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Single mothers trained in hospitality and culinary arts at HerKitchen Da Nang Vietnam

HerKitchen 

ABOUT

HerKitchen is a network of social-enterprise kitchens and cafés in Central Vietnam that empower single mothers through culinary arts, hospitality training, and meaningful employment.

Across our locations in Da Nang and Hoi An, HerKitchen spaces operate as welcoming community hubs where guests can enjoy Vietnamese coffee, ancient teas, home-style cuisine, and immersive cultural experiences — all while supporting women rebuilding their lives.
Each HerKitchen site follows a shared philosophy of “learning by doing.” Women receive hands-on training in real service environments, developing professional skills, confidence, and financial independence through daily practice rather than classroom instruction alone.
Today, the HerKitchen network includes café spaces, culinary experience kitchens, and training facilities — all offering a a consistent menu and shared culinary experiences rooted in Vietnamese traditions.

Visitors can do more than just dine or drink — they can participate:

  • Learn to brew Vietnamese phin coffee

  • Discover ancient tea traditions

  • Join hands-on cooking classes

  • Engage with the stories of the women behind each dish

Every purchase directly supports single mothers facing hardship, helping them build sustainable livelihoods and brighter futures for their families.

As the network grows, HerKitchen aims to expand across Vietnam, creating more opportunities for women while sharing authentic Vietnamese food culture with the world.

HerKitchen is not only a place to eat or drink — it is a place to learn, connect, and transform lives.

HerKitchen logo – social enterprise café and culinary training program by Catalyst for Change Vietnam

Our Locations:

Café Location — Hoi An
HerKitchen Café — 244 Nguyen Tat Thanh, Hoi An

Our café in Hoi An offers Vietnamese coffee, premium Shan Tuyet ancient teas, signature drinks, and light culinary experiences in a welcoming community setting. Guests can enjoy authentic flavors while meeting the women behind the HerKitchen journey and learning about the program’s impact.

HerKitchen café interior in Hoi An Vietnam with Vietnamese coffee and tea
HerKitchen hospitality trainee welcoming guests at the Hoi An café
HerKitchen hospitality trainee welcoming guests at the Hoi An café
HerKitchen Culinary Experience Location

Culinary Experience Location — Hoi An
HerKitchen Culinary Experience Kitchen — Tổ 15, đường Đồng Nà 1, Hội An Tây, Đà Nẵng


This dedicated experience space focuses on immersive cooking classes and traditional food workshops. Visitors learn directly from HerKitchen trainees through hands-on sessions that explore Vietnamese home cooking, coffee preparation, and tea culture.

Authentic Vietnamese dishes served at HerKitchen social enterprise café
Freshly prepared Vietnamese food at HerKitchen culinary workshop Hoi An
Group cooking class at HerKitchen social enterprise kitchen near Hoi An
Traditional Vietnamese tea preparation at HerKitchen Hoi An
Traditional Vietnamese Ceramics at HerKitchen

Training Center — C4C Head Office (Da Nang)
HerKitchen Training Hub — C4C Head Office
60 Nguyen Phi Khanh, Da Nang


Located within the Catalyst for Change Vietnam headquarters, this space serves as the core training and coordination center for HerKitchen programs. Here, single mothers receive foundational culinary instruction, hospitality training, and personal development support before transitioning into operational HerKitchen sites.

Common area at Catalyst for Change Vietnam headquarters in Da Nang
Welcoming communal space at C4C volunteer house Da Nang
Outdoor common area at Catalyst for Change Vietnam Da Nang training center
Garden pond at Catalyst for Change Vietnam headquarters Da Nang
Office space at Catalyst for Change Vietnam NGO headquarters Da Nang

OUR CORE VALUES

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ELEVATE EMPLOYABILITY

Provides skills, training and professional opportunities for economically vulnerable women, increasing their employability and income potential.

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Supports women gaining financial independence and stability to better provide for their families as single mothers.

EMPOWER INDEPENDENCE

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EXPAND
NETWORKS

Allows women to build professional networks and connections that can lead to jobs in the culinary/hospitality sector.

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