Vietnamese food is known for its many types of sauces and usage of vegetables. Decoration of food is an art in itself, and the Vietnamese are very skilled in preparing pleasing looking as well as succulent dishes. Every year food-decorating contests are organized throughout the country, and many of the villages send their skilled representatives to compete. Today, join a cooking class to learn more about Vietnamese cooking and food decorating. Discover the methods behind preparing traditional foods, followed by a tasting of your own culinary creation.

After departing the ship, hop in a pedicab and head for the lively Ben Thanh market with your escort, the chef from the historic Rex Hotel. Then transfer by coach to the Rex for a cooking demonstration. Following his example, prepare your materials and practice constructing Vietnamese delicacies comprised primarily of seafood, pork or chicken and vegetables. Then voila! Sit down to enjoy the results of your lesson.