Bonjour,
Je serai au Vietnam du 13 juin au 3 juillet et je voudrais profiter de mon voyage pour suivre des cours de cuisine vietnamienne. Je visiterai Hanoi, Hue, Danang, Saigon et leurs environs. Si vous avez des suggestions d'endroits, de personnes ou d'agences offrant ce service, je serai heureux d'en profiter.
Merci à l'avance!
Je ne connais pas a Hanoi, mais je sais que ce n'est pas bon marche pour les touristes. Si vous allez a Tam Coc (la baie d'Halong" terrestre - a ne pas manquer!), allez dormir Chez Loan (Tel. (84) 303 618 354 Portable (84) 948 577 322 E-mail hotelchezloan@gmail.com. hambres a $10 et $12 (balcon sur rizieres). C'est un cordon bleu et elle donne des cours de cuisine: elle vs emmene au marche local le matin et apres, elle vs donne le cours, le tout pour 30 000 dong (1, 25 euro)
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
Merci pour l'information. Suite à tes recommandations sur le forum, j'avais prévu aller à Tam Coc et j'avais noté le nom de Chez Loan. Ça commence à ressembler à l'endroit idéal. Après le nord, je désire prendre l'avion jusqu'à Hue, dois-je retourner à Hanoi ou y a t il un aéroport plus près?
A Hanoi, tu peux arriver aux centre de formation des métiers où il y a toujours des cours de cuisine.
Par ex: N°52 Tho Nhuon, Hoan Kiem, Ha Noi
Tu peux demander un cours individuel et choisir les plats que tu voudrais apprendre.
Voici quelques infos concernant les cours de cuisine au vietnam.
Le vietnam est bien développé aux niveaux cours de cuisine... y en a pour tous les prix sans pour autant avoir une grande différence dans ton assiette... tu vas payer principalement l'infrastructure, le ptit carnet avec les recettes... Si tu t'en fous du cadre, que tu veux juste apprendre à préparer qques ptits plats, je e conseille de suivre de sptits cours dans des resto à hoi an...Par contre, je pense pas que tu trouveras des cours donné en français...english only.
Si tu comprends l'anglais tu trouveras beaucoup d'info sur www.tripadvisor.com.
Hanoi:
highway 4: www.highway4.com je ne l'ai pas testé car le prix est degressif en fonction du nombre de participants....
- Hoa Sua: c'est un cours de cuisine qui se déroule dans la cusiine d'une école qui forme des jeunes issus de milieu défavorisé aux métiers de l'horeca....c'est pas donné le cours mais c'est le cadre d'un projet entraide... Moi je l'ai fait et j'ai été enchantée. Comme j'étais la seule, j'ai eu droit à un cours privé. www.hoasuaschool.com
Hué:
Missy roo bar - restaurant: visite au marché et puis préparation de 5 plats avec le chef du restaurant. Lorsque moi j'ai suivi le cours, j'étais toute seule et le chef ne parlait pas anglais...donc y avait qqun qui faisait la traduction, c'etait sympa et ambaince décontract!
adresse: 11 Pham Ngu lao street
HOI AN ... capitale gastronomique du vietnam.
Certainement un des meilleurs endroits pour suivre les cours de cuisine.. y a des dizaines de resto qui proposent de faire des ptits cours pour une 15 aine de dollars.
Le resto 63 ou 23 est très sympa, il en parle dans tous les guides comme the place to eat....c'est pas cher et savoureux...tu peux choisir quelques plats sur la carte et tu les cuisines avec le chef, très sympa...ne t'attends pas à une cuisine moderne comme chez nous, ..c'est juste une table et un bec à gaz....
Sinon deux écoles reconnues et réputées.... toujours compté 35-50 dol.
Red bridge cooking school: la plus connue, l'endroit est sympa et les cours de qualité www.visithoian.com
Morning glory cooking school program: j'ai pas eu l'occasion de suivre les cours là bas car il faut la plupart du temps êre min 2, ....ça a l'air trs pro et différent des autres écoles avec des cours axés cuisine de rue, cours pour chef etc... je pense que ça vaut la peine....
Dalat... j'ai rien vu...
Saigon:
Vietnam cookery center : www.vietnamcookery.com c'est très sympa, et ils sont professionels, ils donnent régulièrement des cours aux expats.
Comme j'ai suivi des cours en thaïlande, laos, et indonésie... si tu veux des conseils, n'hésite pas..
Si tu veux retrouver certaine recette en fr, tu peux aller sur mon blog de cuisine asia... www.happycurry.canalblog.com
Laurence
laurence fanatic de cuisine
www.happycurry.canalblog.Com
bonjour, Des amis m'ont reçu au Vietnam et j'ai eu la chance d'y passer plus de 2 mois et demi. J'ai pu donc découvrir ce pays ainsi que son voisin le Cambodge.Etant basé à Saigon mes amis m'ont fait découvrir un restaurant qu'ils apprécient pour sa cuisine traditionnelle mais aussi pour ses petites originalités culinaires (ils inventent parfois des recettes Vietnamiennes en rajoutant une petite touche moderne) .Bref, conquis à mon tour par ce Restaurant qui s'appelle Hoa Tuc, j'ai décidé d'y prendre un cours de cuisine, .Cela dure 3H le matin (je crois que c'est aussi possible l'après midi) , le cours est d' un Français parfait, Le chef est très sympa, il nous fait confectionner 3 plats (Pour ma part c'était des nems aux fruits de mer, une salade de fleur de banane, et un riz sauté emballé dans une feuille de lotus ) mais on met vraiment "la main à la pâte". On nous montre aussi les légumes exotiques avant de les découper, (Lotus, Taro, fleur de banane).Ca a été une expérience très interessante pour moi et je continue à faire les recettes qu'ils m'ont données . Le petit plus c' est qu'on est ans une belle maison coloniale (l'ancienne raffinerie d'opium de Saigon du temps des français), décorée superbement, en plein centre du district 1 et surtout , au calme ! Ils sont sur la rue Hai Ba trung au numéro 74 , à coté de l'hotel Park Hyatt , juste derrière l'opéra , il faut rentrer dans la cour de cette ancienne raffinerie en passant sous un porche magnifique et c'est au fond. Ils ont aussi un site web http://.www.saigoncookingclass.com
Voilà, en tout cas si vous y allez , je pense que comme moi vous ne serez pas décus.
C'est trop tard pour vous
mais je vous raconte quand même mon experience
Cet été avec mes amis, nous avons participé à deux reprises aux cours de cuisine chez Saigon Culinary Art Center . Leurs cours m’ont beaucoup plu que j’y suis retourné récemment avec mon mari au mois de Novembre.
Le Centre qui vient de déménager au 42/3 rue Nguyen Van Troi - Phu Nhuan - Hochiminh City est très pratique et simple pour s’y rendre.
L’acceuil chaleureux et la prise en charge de A à Z dans une maison authentique nous plongent dans une agréable ambiance et un dépaysement total. Nous avons beaucoup aimé son décor racontant l’histoire de l’art culinaire du Viet Nam. Ses cours sont riches et variés. Ce que j’aime le plus, c’est son côté authentique. Les plats appris et confectionnés avec les Chefs sont vraiment authentiques, qui différencient des autres centres qui sont plus ou moins européanisés. Je me suis régalé à confectionner les plats avec les Chefs qui sont hyper sympas, patients et souriants. Ils nous ont aussi emmenés à faire les courses au marché pour nous apprendre et expliquer comment choisir les ingrédients…
Leurs cours en français ou anglais sont très bien expliqués. La directrice du centre, présente avec nous pendant toute la durée du cours, est toujours disponible pour nous expliquer et répondre à toutes nos questions et demandes,
J’ai connu ce centre par la recommandation d’un chef cuisinier Thailandais qui y a fait un stage de 2 semaines.
Vous pouvez visiter leur site http://www.vietnamsaigoncookingclass.com.
ou leur écrire au sgncookeryart@vnn.vn or sgncookeryart@yahoo.com.vn
Ce centre est à recommander pour ceux qui souhaitent apprendre l’authentique cuisine vietnamienne. Je suis ravie avec leurs cours.
bonjour , je recherche un stage rémunéré en cuisine de longue durée dans un restaurant vietnamien
mais avec une équipe française , j ai déjà une expèrience en cuisine et parle anglais (les bases) pouvez vous m aider , avez vous des connaissances , des adresses ?
merci
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Hi everyone,
I’m looking for addresses for guesthouses or, even better, houseboats or rafting houses on the River Kwai, between Kanchanaburi and Sangkhlaburi, to spend a few weeks contemplating this beautiful river.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Premaria
Je me permet de partager cet article de blog qui, à mes yeux, pose un diagnostic d'une modernité absolue sur Hué qui n’est pas vue comme une relique mais comme une reine du style.
Hi there,
we’re currently in Mai Chau and tomorrow we’re hitting the road back to Hanoi to head up toward Bac Ha and Sapa.
We haven’t really had a set plan since we arrived—we’ve already done the Halong Bay on land and by sea.
I’ve got 2 free days before heading to Bac Ha and Sapa.
Any tips?
Thanks, and looking forward to hearing from you.
Hi fellow travelers,
First trip to Vietnam.
We’ll be arriving in Ho Chi Minh City during Tet.
Is it complicated to find accommodation and get around during this period?
Any tips would be welcome.
Thanks for your replies.
Silly question—backpack or hard-shell suitcase for the Sepilok, Kinabatangan, Tioman, KL trip?
I’m struggling to fit all my son’s and my stuff into the 70L backpack... and I’m thinking a suitcase would be easier, but I’m not sure if it’ll work for getting around.
Hi there,
I didn’t plan to return to Thailand this year, but my health conditions mean it’ll be the best place for me to stay between two trips to India. The tourism setup there is so well-organized that it’s the most "comfortable" country for a short visit. Thailand feels too sanitized for my taste, and there’s too much religion, Buddha, and the King, but it’s still the best option given how my health has been evolving. I’d considered two weeks in ThaTon for hiking, but I got too sick from the burn-offs during my trips to the mountains around Chiang Rai. So I’m not sure where to go this year. Definitely not the sea, touristy spots, or the mountains with burn-offs...
Hello.
In 1996, we crossed Vietnam from Saigon to Hanoi by motorbike—Minsk bikes we bought in Saigon. I haven’t been back since, and it seems like a lot has changed.
- We’re heading to the south (well, the north and center) with the family in July-August (3 people).
- Is the road network more developed now? Back then, there was only National Route 1 from south to north. I’m thinking of renting a car this time (no motorbike with the family—though in ’96, they had a Jawa sidecar for sale, and we hesitated… maybe it’s for the best).
- Is Halong Bay really something to avoid because of overtourism? Even back then, it was pretty crowded. Is there a less touristy alternative?
- We’ll be traveling from Hanoi down to Danang (the only city we didn’t stop in back in ’96). Even though it’s a bit overhyped in a Chinese-tourist kind of way (from what I’ve read), we’re only going for the beach—pure relaxation for 7 days. The beaches are stunning, and I know the South China Sea is warm like coffee.
- Then, we’ll visit Hoi An, where I stopped in ’96. It was already popular with backpackers back then, but no glowing boats or all the touristy fuss!
- After that, Hue, where I have great memories—it’s a beautiful city.
- And also the nature around Ninh Binh, followed by 2-3 days in Hanoi.
That’s the plan. I’d love to hear any tips to avoid mass tourism, and if anyone’s done this before:
- Is it possible to rent a car in Danang and drop it off in Hanoi?
Hey everyone,
I’m over in East Borneo in mid-July.
I’m struggling to wrap up the end of my itinerary, even though it’s pretty straightforward (long but simple).
Last year, we did Malaysia (KL and the mainland + around Kuching).
Day 1 – Arrive in Kota Kinabalu early, stroll around town and hit the must-sees.
Day 2 – Excursion to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, snorkeling at 3 islands.
Day 3 – Hike around Mount Kinabalu without summiting (450 per person, no way).
Day 4 – Poring Hot Springs + evening flight to Sandakan.
Day 5-6-7 – Kinabatangan River (still looking for the right guide).
Day 8 – Sepilok for the orangutans, the Sun Bear Centre, and Rainforest Discovery Centre.
Day 9 – Selingan, turtle island.
Day 10 – Head to Semporna.
Day 11-12-13-14 – Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai.
Day 15 – Bohey Dulang.
Day 16 to Day 25: I’M STUCK.
I looked into Danum Valley, but for 3 days/2 nights, they’re quoting 650 € per person—come on, that’s ridiculous.
I checked out a detour into Indonesia (still East Borneo), but I’m having trouble deciding what would be amazing.
I read about Sangalaki + Kakaban (2 islands, 1 base) / Mahakam Delta - Kutai (orangutans and river) / Sungai Boh (Dayak Kayan) – jungle & culture.
But honestly, I’m struggling to finalize this itinerary.
If we venture that way, we’d head back to KK from Balikpapan.
For a 4-month stay in Egypt, I had ENORMOUS problems. The regulations are very bureaucratic and extremely nitpicky there. For a 4-month stay in the Philippines, I was wondering if the procedures are just as complicated? I’m bringing my cell phone with an eSIM. Should I choose a plan from Canada for use in the Philippines, or should I get a plan only once I arrive? After 30 days, do I renew with the Canadian provider I chose before leaving, or do I switch to a local company? Do I need to register my phone with the authorities in the Philippines? (That was the case in Egypt.) For the 3rd and 4th months, will it be just as simple—renewing with a Canadian or local provider—or should I expect problems?
Hello,
I’ll be in Malaysia with my wife, mainly in Langkawi and Penang for Christmas and New Year’s at the end of 2026.
If you’ve had the experience—and since I’ve read (though it’s not very clear) that these two islands get quite crowded during this period—would you recommend booking accommodation well in advance, or is it easy to find something on the spot?
Hotels or Airbnb?
Do you have any great tips for accommodation or any practical info to share?
We’ll be staying 5 to 7 days on each island.
Thanks in advance for your replies
Hi there. To make the most of Lake Toba, is it better to find accommodation on the lake’s shores (which one?) or on Samosir Island? Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
We’re heading to Vietnam as a family on July 8th for a little over 3 weeks (north and center). We’ve only booked the first 3 nights in Hanoi, and nothing else after that. We like to decide things on the spot and go with the flow, without rushing everywhere. But I’m still a bit unsure: when heading down to the center (Hue), is it better to book the overnight trains in advance? We don’t want to take any flights while we’re there—just use the overnight train for the long trips. But I’m worried we won’t get seats if we buy the tickets on the spot, say, 2 days before. What do the experts here think? And which website can we use to book the tickets? Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hi everyone!
I’m heading back to Thailand in July 2026 with a stopover in Cambodia to visit the Angkor site.
After Angkor, I’ve booked a stay on Ko Chang island. Does anyone know if there are direct transport options from Cambodia to Ko Chang without having to go back through Bangkok? That would be amazing!!
I think there are, but I’d need more details!!
I went to Thailand in February 2025 and don’t remember having to apply for a visa—is that still the case now? And for Cambodia too?
Thanks so much!!!
Laurence from Bayonne
I’d love to get some feedback on our itinerary—it’s probably pretty basic! This is our second trip to Asia and our first to Indonesia. We have three kids aged 20, 18, and 12. We land in Jakarta at 4 PM, spend 3 nights/2 days there, then take the train to Yogyakarta for 3 nights/2 days, followed by the train to Surabaya for 2 nights/1 day, then the train to Bromo for 1 day/1 night, a private driver to Ijen for 2 nights/2 days, then on to Bali (Ubud) for 4 nights/3 days, followed by Gili Air for 3 nights/2 days, Senggigi (Lombok) for 2 nights, and finally 5 nights in Kuta. I’m considering cutting the 2 nights in Senggigi to just keep Kuta and extend it to 7 nights. In Lombok, I’m not sure how to get around since I’m not comfortable with scooters... Your thoughts on all of this, and any advice, are more than welcome—don’t hesitate!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Hi,
After our trip to China, we want to spend a week in the Philippines for some beach time and snorkeling.
We're looking for the best spot to settle in—nice beaches, great marine life, and short transfer times.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai?
Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai.
My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Hello,
While traveling in Thailand, I’m looking for a Buddhist kumlai reed bracelet.
Does anyone know where I can find one?
In Bangkok, I visited a few temples but didn’t see any in the nearby shops.
If you have any ideas, I’d love to hear them! Have a great day! :-)
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok:
No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna:
From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄).
Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM.
Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau:
Found this via AI—is it legit?
No online booking, as far as I can tell.
Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly????
And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Hi there,
we’ll be in Mai Chau in June and we’re thinking of heading to Sapa, but first spending a few days in Bac Ha to do some hiking and explore the area.
Is this a good idea for those who’ve been there?
How do you get there?
Thanks for your feedback.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi everyone. As I’m planning my trip for next winter, I’m looking for hotel suggestions in Camotes, Bantayan, Malapascua, Bohol, and Siquijor. The ones I had in mind seem to be fully booked (unless it’s too early?). For those familiar with the area, is it easy to find accommodations on the spot in January/February? I’m specifically looking for hotels with a pool, beachfront, air conditioning, and easy scooter rental nearby. Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
I’m planning an itinerary and would love some feedback on whether it’s doable and if the number of days per destination is enough—or too much. I was also debating whether to add an extra night on an island or spend an extra night in Kampot to visit Kep or Battambang.
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning
March 24: Phnom Penh
March 25: Phnom Penh
March 26: Depart for Kampot
March 27: Kampot
March 28: Depart for Battambang
March 29: Battambang
March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap
March 31: Siem Reap
April 1: Siem Reap
April 2: Siem Reap
April 3: Siem Reap
April 4: Siem Reap
April 5: Departure
Hi there,
Yesterday in the Thailand section, 100% of the new threads were just about beach destinations 😕...
So here’s the counterattack in the form of this photo thread, dedicated solely to the countryside: the locals, their livestock, fields, farms, rice paddies, small rivers, and agricultural machinery. If you’ve got any pictures that fit these categories, feel free to add them!
Comments welcome.
For each photo, I’ll (or you can) indicate the area where it was taken.
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta.
21/09: Borobudur
22/09: Prambanan
23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang)
24/09: Bromo
25/09: Kawa Ijen
26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran
27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran
28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk
29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk
30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk
01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud
02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud
03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud
04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo
05/10: Komodo cruise
06/10: Komodo cruise
07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo.
08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar
09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore
10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Hi everyone,
My girlfriend and I booked our tickets with Saudia Airlines for a trip to Thailand this summer, from July 5th to August 3rd. Given the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, we’re keeping a close eye on the news.
I was wondering if anyone here is in the same situation as us?
• Have you heard anything about possible mass cancellations or if the airline is still maintaining its routes to Asia?
• Are there any travelers who’ve recently returned who could tell us if air corridors have been changed (longer flight times)?
The idea is to know what to expect so we can prepare as best as possible. Thanks for your replies! !
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing
July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao
August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide
August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena
August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands
August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts)
August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk
August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar
August 17: Rammang Rammang
August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
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