7-Day Taste of Vietnam : Culinary & Cultural Journey with Matthew

Join Matthew Francis on a 7-day culinary and cultural journey through Northern Vietnam, inspired by his own experience of discovering how much more meaningful travel can be when you experience a destination through its food, people, and traditions.

As a chef and food storyteller, Matthew has spent his career exploring the stories behind what we eat. After his recent group journey to China, he was inspired to continue discovering the world through food—and to bring his community along for the experience.

Together, you’ll go beyond the typical tourist highlights to experience Vietnam through its local markets, kitchens, streets, farms, and communities. You’ll taste iconic Hanoi street food, learn traditional cooking techniques, meet local artisans, explore historic landmarks, and experience everyday rural life in Ninh Binh.

From Michelin-recognized street food and Hanoi’s famous egg coffee to the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, the scenic waterways of Trang An, and hands-on farming and fishing experiences, this journey is about eating, learning, exploring, and connecting with Vietnam in a more personal way.

Highlights -

- Taste Michelin-recognized street food and iconic Vietnamese dishes.

- Learn traditional cooking techniques through a local market and hands-on cooking class.

- Experience Hanoi’s food culture, including its famous egg coffee and Train Street.

- Explore Hanoi’s historic landmarks and Old Quarter by traditional cyclo.

- Discover Ninh Binh’s ancient history, artisan traditions, and UNESCO-listed landscapes.

- Experience rural Vietnamese life through traditional farming, rice processing, buffalo and fishing activities.

- Travel with Matthew and a like-minded group while discovering Vietnam through its food, culture, and people.