TASTE OF CENTRAL VIETNAM

1. Arrival and welcome
You are welcomed into the kitchen with a refreshing drink and seasonal fruits, giving you a chance to relax and connect with the group.

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2. Introduction to HerKitchen and Central cuisine

You’ll be introduced to HerKitchen and the women behind it, followed by a short introduction to the rich culinary identity of Central Vietnam.

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3. Discovering local ingredients

You’ll explore the herbs, noodles, toppings, and seasonings that give Central Vietnamese cuisine its bold and layered character.

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4. Optional market or farm visit

Depending on where the session takes place, you may visit a local market in Da Nang or a farm in Hoi An to experience the ingredients in their local context.

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5. Meeting the women behind the experience

Back in the kitchen, you’ll hear brief stories from the women who host the session, adding a human dimension to the meal you’re about to create together.

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6. Hands-on cooking session
You’ll prepare Mì Quảng and fresh rice-paper rolls in small groups, guided step by step. This part of the experience is active, hands-on, and full of flavor.

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7. Salted coffee workshop

You’ll also learn to prepare cà phê muối, a unique regional specialty that combines rich coffee with a creamy salted topping.​​

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8. Shared meal and exchange

Once the dishes are complete, everyone comes together around the table to enjoy the meal, share reflections, and ask questions.

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9. Farewell

You leave with new culinary skills, a stronger connection to Central Vietnam, and the memory of a table shared with warmth and generosity.

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