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Home kitchen offering cooking classes. Classes cover a variety of Vietnamese dishes including spring rolls, salads, and multiple soups. Willing to tailor recipes to almost any dietary preference. Call or check Facebook for more details. Open Mon-Sun 10:30am-9:30pm. 3 hours/session
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Copac Square Buiding, 12 Ton Dan, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Last update on 17 Apr 2024 by Guest
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Added by LuasKitchen on 31 Oct 2018
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23 Reviews
First Review by TiemeHermans
kendelruppert
Points +92
Lovely vegan cooking class experience - Edit
We really enjoyed Lua’s cooking class! Lua can adapt to any dietary requirements, and the vegan class did not at all feel like an afterthought - rather a specially. The dishes we made were unlike anything I’d ever eaten, fresh and full of flavour. Lua was an excellent teacher, and was very informative about the ingredients we were using. A really lovely experience for all dietary requirements! The apartment was very clean and had great views of the city.
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PhilipGelb
Points +50
Excellent cooking classes - Edit
Although i am already a vegan chef i love to learn about different cuisines that i am not that familiar with.
Read moreWhile spending the fall in Bangkok, I decided to come to Ho Chi Minh city to spend a week with Chef Lua learning about Vietnamese vegan cooking. During this week i learned many dishes that are going to become regular staples in my personal meals and some that i will share with my own clients and friends.
Lua hosts classes in her home, a very nice apartment on the 24th floor with a stunning view of the Saigon river and parts of the city.
Her classes are hands on so one is at the stove and oven and prep table doing the work, which is the best way to learn, rather than simply watching the chef do their thing.
One of her specialties is Bahn Mi and she offers these online as well as in person and i spent an evening with her, learning the intricate ways of rolling out and folding the breads. Through the week i learned many dishes with a variety of the wonderful vegetables, fruits and herbs easily found in Southeast Asia and most can be found in maor cities around the world that have Asian and Caribbean markets. A nice tour of the nearby markets is amazing, visiting tofu shops, as well as numerous small stalls selling exceptional mushrooms, herbs, vegetables, and fruits, all just delivered from nearby farms, that morning. So everything is vibrant and incredibly fresh. She approaches everything with the finest natural ingredients, not using processed ingredients from factories.
Hightlights for me were:
a soup with green banana, eggplant and tofu, flavored with her rice "sourdough" starter. Another sour soup flavored with tamarind, lime and kumquat was something i will be making often once i am back at home in California.
The Ban Xeo was the only dish i had ever made prior to these classes but now i have a deeper understanding of the dish and the freshly made coconut milk we made it with, really gave it incredible flavor. The Bahn Cuon (steamed rice noodle, stuffed) was another highlight that i look forward to practicing!
If you are in Ho Chi Minh city and love to cook, please stop at Chef Lua for a class. She also hosts an airbnb in her apartment and the room has the same incredible view of the river and city!
Updated from previous review on 2025-11-03
Pros: Great food, good price, good teacher
Guest
SaloméREKKAS
Points +19
Instant cuisine avec Lua - Edit
Nous avons passer un merveilleux moment avec Lua ! Elle nous a accueillie dans son magnifique appartement avec une très belle vue sur la ville. Nous avons appris à cuisiner des Bánh cuốn, des Bánh Xeo et un Phở vegan que nous avons ensuite dégusté avec grand délice et plaisir ! Les produits étaient de grande qualité et on voit que Lúa prend soin de choisir les aliments. La cuisine est belle et agréable.
Read moreÇa donne envie de revenir alors libérez peut être plusieurs jours pour revenir !!
Updated from previous review on 2025-10-29
Pros: Lua, La cuisine de qualité (food and place), La partage
Guest
tim12345
Points +16
Great accommodating cooking course for vegans - Edit
Lua's cooking course was a great way to learn about typical cooking techniques. Even in a mixed group (vegan and meat-eater) she was able to replace/ substitute all the ingredients and provide a great experience for both. Her apartment was also great, with a nice view of the river and a friendly atmosphere.
Read moreDefinitely worth a visit!
Updated from previous review on 2025-10-18
Pros: Authentic south-vietnamese recipes, great atmosphere/ apartment view, really welcoming to vegetarians and vegans
Guest
vegansuncake
Points +92
Local wisdom and perfect banh xeo - Edit
Lua gave clear directions to her (very clean!) home kitchen and was communicative and pleasant throughout.
Read moreI enjoyed Lua’s cooking class and getting to know fellow travelers. Lua provided a local’s insights into the progression of veganism in Vietnam which I was not privy to, such as the difference of local perceptions of vegetarianism versus Buddhist veg versus modern veganism.
Lua was great at engaging everyone in the class and guiding us through food preparation. I have tried to make banh xeo (savory mung bean crepe) a couple of times before, but never knew how to get the batter to crisp evenly until I took Lua’s cooking class! Be sure to specify if you want only vegan since Lua also hosts non-vegan classes.
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guybraverman
Points +2916
Great experience - Edit
Such a wonderful experience! We booked this cooking workshop with Ms. Lua not knowing what to expect. The workshop is done at her home, in a residential area of Saigon, in an apartment on the 24th floor overlooking the river. The whole experience felt very casual, like being invited to someone home, not a commercial setting at all. We were a small group of 5 guests and Lua did a wonderful job bringing everyone together, making sure everyone participated and giving the interaction a very personal feel. We cooked 3 different dishes, pretty basic yet each had a little technique or ‘secret’ that Lua shared and made it all the more memorable.
Read moreLua’s workshops are not 100% vegan, but she can accommodate a request for a strictly vegan workshop when requested, or even mixed group if you have some carni’s in your travel group. We booked our workshop for yesterday and due to some miscommunication we ended up in a mixed group which I wasn’t comfortable with. Lua was very accommodating and suggested we came back the following day for a private or semi private workshop at no additional charge. So my recommendation, communicate clearly with her, and she will accommodate almost any request. Highly recommended!
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LucasPalmer97
Points +20
Cooking class - Edit
This vegan cooking class was a standout experience. We made traditional Vietnamese dishes adapted beautifully to plant-based ingredients, without ever feeling like anything was missing. The food was hearty, homey, and nourishing. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and Lua brought authenticity and skill to every step. Highly recommended.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-08-03
Pros: Great food, Authentic, Welcoming
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LauraBassi
Points +17
Great vegan cooking class - Edit
She showed us how to prepare three delicious Vietnamese dishes. She gave all the instructions to prepare it also where we live with the ingredients we can find and how to choose the healthiest options. She also taught us how to do dressings with different options and she will send us all the recipes because it was a lot of ingredients 😅
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-05-01
Pros: She is very kind and super knowledgeable, She gives many options for allergies, Beautiful place
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adrianrizzo
Points +12
Amazing cooking class - Edit
Lua had such an amazing cooking class. She was very accomodating to vegans, even aware of cross contamination. Most of her menu can be done vegan.
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AliceandJack
Points +30
Great cooking class - Edit
We made vegan pancakes, Pho, and even fish sauce. Lua made the experience very fun and we learnt a lot too!
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JonS
Points +29
Great cooking class - Edit
Lots of veggie and vegan food. She tailors it depending on your preference. Tasty food, and a nice chat round the table after
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-11-14
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Eva0101
Points +438
Amazing vegan cooking class - Edit
This is an amazing (vegan) cooking class😄it was only my partner and I, so we got a private session. The food we cooked was absolutely delicious and Lua was a great host / teacher. Highly recommend!
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Becoupe
Points +336
Gold star cooking class! ⭐️ - Edit
I’ve done a few vegan cooking classes in Vietnam but this one by far was the best! Lua and My were so friendly and helpful. We cooked three dishes; pancakes, spring rolls and bun. Then we sat and ate what we had cooked. The star of the show really is the amazing location, with a view from the 24th floor overlooking the city and river. Lua also runs an AirBnB room from this apartment that has a beautiful room overlooking the river with a private bathroom. Highly recommend for the cost ($63AU p/p)
Read moreDon’t hesitate and book Lua’s cooking class if you’re interested in Vietnamese cuisine. Lua speaks excellent English and it’s an easy location to find with Grab - approximately 10mins from Ben Thanh market and $1.80 via Grab taxi.
Pros: Delicious food , Friendly and excellent English , Amazing location with views
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MarceloArandia
Points +38
Amazing cooking workshop! - Edit
An amazing cooking session with Lua! Her friendly patience and expertise made the experience unforgettable. Had a blast learning and cooking together. Highly recommended!
Read morePros: Friendly, Delicious , Joyful
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thebananastand
Points +108
Cooking class - Edit
Offers a fully vegan cooking class option. It's pricey but the pancakes and salad were so delicious and the apartment was beautiful and it was just me and my brother.
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F.Lauschig
Points +38
Awesome Vegan Cooking Class - Edit
Lua hosts the best authentic vegan cooking classes in HCMC! Expect an amazing experience in a small group by a super friendly, english expert, vietnamese chef in her private apartment.
Read moreShe payed careful attention to any allergies or dislikes and adapted to our menu wishes. Just suggest what you want to learn and be open to her expert suggestions. You won't be disappointed!
Lua cooks without MSG and teaches you how to combine the flavours and textures of different veggies in a tasteful vietnamese manner.
Write her on WhatsApp, Facebook or Instagram and state your preferences (note that she also offers non-vegan classes, so just say what you want).
100% recommended!
Pros: Very small group with lots of opportunities to ask, Lots of learnings and new perspectives , Amazing meal at the and
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erikw
Points +53
Vegan food cooking class - Edit
Me and my partner took part in a great cooking class here! The Mr y can be adapted to suite vegetarians and vegans. You’ll learn cooking techniques, about the ingredients and Vietnamese food culture.
Read moreMuch recommended!
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Sinimaria
Points +15
Really good cooking class! - Edit
I‘ve been part of Lua‘s kitchen class and I really enjoyed every second of it. She shows you exacty how to prepare everything and she takes care, if you have a preference or food allergy. 100% recommended!
Read morePros: Lots of choices to cook. It‘s delicious and fresh, Lua has really good foodknowledge , Nice and relaxing atmosphere
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Scotshap
Points +25
Fantastic and flexible cooking class - Edit
I made an appointment with Lua to take her cooking class the following day and had a wonderful time cooking up a mostly vegetarian meal. Pomelo salad, the crepes and a banana tapioca dessert with magically expanding shrimp chips for the salad. She showed and let us try different herbs and we got started on the prep for a fantastic meal. It is well worth your time and Lua is a great instructor. 5⭐️
Read morePros: Great communication , Fresh and healthy, Fun participation
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TheresaLisaJ
Points +17
Cooking Class at Lua‘s place - Edit
I enjoyed a really nice cooking class session at Lua‘s kitchen. I went there with my boyfriend who eats meat. Lua created a menu where we both were happy - same dishes but always with a vegetarian option (vegan also possible). Besides the delicious food Lua is a great host and I definitely would cook with her again. Thanks for the Food experience and for the recipes!
Read morePros: Many vegetarian or vegan options, Lua‘s great personality, You can choose the dishes you cook
Cons: Not available in Germany yet ;)
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ddkaboosh
Points +28
Memorable experience - Edit
Great vegan cooking class with Lua. She was generous enough to hold it even though I was the only participant.
Read moreWe cooked some of the most famous Vietnamese dishes (summer rolls, pho and banana/coconut soup) and they were all delicious. She explained each step carefully, and I feel really confident to be able to make them on my own now.
Lua was a lovely host, and I was really interested to hear about all her previous and future travels. I would 100% recommend this class for a more personal experience.
Pros: Excellent food, Great host, Lovely apartment
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Pat.the.Cat
Points +187
Awesome experience - Edit
Come to a vietnamese home, learn cooking, mingle with locals, eat really well, that‘s what you get at Lua‘s place. Better book at least a day or two before, she needs to get fresh stuff from the market, which can be difficult when you wanna come the same day.
Read morePros: Authentic, Mingle with locals, learn to do it yourself
Cons: A little off the center
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TiemeHermans
Points +15
Super chef! - Edit
Lua introduced me to more home-cooked Vietnamese dishes than I can even recall. I remember vividly how patient she was with my first clumsy attempts to cook ban xeo (delicious Southern savory pancakes), how she always explained the difference between all those unknown fresh herbs she used, and, of course, eating them with friends, often seated on the floor.
Read moreLua is a gentle guide into the world of refined Vietnamese cooking, with a particular love for all vegetarian (and therefore usually vegan) delicacies and alterations of the best classical dishes this rich cuisine has to offer. When cooking with her you will not only learn about the dishes you're making, but also a great deal about her culture, and the life of young people in Vietnam.
Pros: Authentic experience, Clean and proper, Kind host
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