Location: Hoi An
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Things to do in Hoi An, Quang Nam Province: The Best Farms
This city on the central Vietnamese coast is a well-preserved example of the important Southeast Asian trading port it was from the 15th-19th centuries. Already a common stop for backpackers, it is becoming better known to tourists. On the 14th day of each lunar month, the town trades its electric lights for traditional colored lanterns. Sights include the Japanese Covered Bridge and the Quan Cong Temple. Let the town’s expert tailors make you some bespoke clothing.
Restaurants in Hoi An
1. Tra Que Water Wheel
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5.0 based on 1,208 reviews
Located in the heart of the famous herb village, Tra Que Water Wheel restaurant is a rustic-designed, restored, traditional Vietnamese building. Here you can enjoy the beautiful surroundings while you watch the farmers at work tending their produce.
Reviewed By Ruby9938 - Sydney, Australia
So much fun here! We were taken out on a bamboo boat and had jewellery, flowers made with coconut palms, then a walk through the magnificent herb gardens, doing our own planting and watering the garden the traditional way with buckets over the shoulders; the cooking class was so much fun!! You get to toss the pancakes at each other before sitting down to an amazing meal. Our host San and her sister were just so lovely. I would definitely recommend this to other travellers.
2. Tra Que Minty Garden
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5.0 based on 210 reviews
Tra Que Minty Garden is a local Vietnamese family-run business managed by Le Van Hai, known as Chef Danny, who has more than 16 years in the hospitality industry as a Western Sous Chef and as an Executive Chef. Tra Que Minty Garden specializes in organizing farm-to-table cooking classes, farming and countryside tours.
Reviewed By cacra450 - Vancouver, Canada
Good place to learning cookingwith chef Hai. He is friendly and funny. We hope comeback Hoi An and learning more in future.
3. An Farm Hoi An
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5.0 based on 19 reviews
An Hoi An Farm is a beautiful and peaceful organic farm located in the suburbs of the World Heritage Ancient Town of Hoi An, about three kilometres from the city centre. The farm was built by a team of young local people - an agricultural engineer, biologist, food and beverage technology expert and a nutritionist, who have a great deal of expertise and they are passionate about organic agriculture and want to develop healthier lives for the whole community. An Farm has been developed following the "Farm for future" model which combines cultivation with production of food and ecotourism. In addition, the farm is also a community centre for all ages, interests and occupations to learn more about organic farming, nutrition and healthy living.
Reviewed By Frank-Barry - Toronto, Canada
We had a wonderful morning learning about organic gardening. We sampled some delicious teas and juices. We toured their large gardens stopping to taste and/or smell a great variety of herbs, fruits and vegetables. Back in the kitchen we helped grind rice flower and making rice paper to make our own spring rolls. This was the first of five amazing dishes we prepared from scratch using ingredients from the farm. Thanks to Mrs. Hang and her partner Mr Thui and their staff for a great morning and a really genuine Vietnamese experience.
4. Tra Que Vegetable Village
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4.5 based on 602 reviews
Tra Que is a charming little village on the edge of Hoi An, the village is named after the sweet scented vegetables that spice up the everyday meals of the Pho Hoi people. Experience a day of living and working with the local people in Tra Que vegetable village, in which you will have a chance to discover the daily life of farmers.
Reviewed By jayceeho25
This was a really fun experience ... something different to your typical tourist attractions. Very enjoyable experiences - farming with the locals, scenic bamboo boat ride, heavenly foot massage and fun cooking lessons followed by a delicious lunch. The host family was very hospitable and very welcoming. I recommend this as a great way to see Hoi An life and have some great laughs.
5. Hipaya Organic
This site is one of the high-tech farms of Hipaya, an agricutural project. The garden provides truly safe and nutritious organic food products for the community and visitors. The garden began as a lifeless and sandy land. With techniques acquired, experience and endless efforts, after only 1 year of processing and fertilizing the soil, it now becomes a garden full of life.
