Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai Debuts Exclusive Artisan-Led Cultural Experience | News
Marking a joyous start to 2026, Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai unveils An Insider Journey Through Hoi An’s Craft and Cuisine, a newly curated signature experience offering rare access to people, practices and places that reveal a side of Hoi An rarely found on travel sites or social media.
Designed as a slow, immersive passage for travelers seeking authentic cultural encounters, the experience follows the rhythm of life outside the historic center of Hoi An, showcasing how cuisine and craft continue to evolve through stories lived in the surrounding countryside. The tour connects guests directly with local experts and takes in kitchens, galleries and tasting tables, tucked away in quiet villages and lush fields.
“This signature experience has grown from the long-standing relationships our resort has built with local artisans and curators,” said Marcel Oostenbrink, general manager. “Spending the day alongside those who dedicate their lives to cooking, creating and preserving traditions, guests will gain an intimate and unfiltered insight into Central Vietnam.”
A morning of well-being
The experience begins at the Heart of the Earth Spa with a traditional Vietnamese bodywork session. Based on time-honored techniques, the treatment offers a moment of silence before leaving the resort, preparing the body and mind for a day of discovery.
Making tofu in the fields
A private kitchen amid green rice fields invites a hands-on exploration of tofu making. Guests are involved in every step of the process, from soaking and pressing soybeans from Northern Vietnam to observing how fresh tofu is processed into delicate, plant-based cheeses. A home-cooked vegan meal introduces local favorites, while the host – who grew up in a tofu-making village – shares his personal journey with guests.
Craftsmanship and Vietnamese coffee
The afternoon continues in a garden-lined gallery dedicated to protecting Vietnam’s craft heritage. Woven textiles, carved objects and clay works fill the space, each piece bearing the imprint of time-consuming techniques passed down from generation to generation. Guests will find various pieces created over weeks and months, with proceeds directly benefiting artisans from diverse ethnic communities. The visit ends with a traditional cà phê phin prepared by the gallery’s founder, alongside a discussion about cultural heritage and the role of conservation.
The story of Nước Mắm
A guided tasting of nước mắm, the iconic fish sauce, introduces guests to the heart and soul of Vietnamese cuisine. The main ingredient takes on unexpected forms, appearing in the form of serums, sprays and mayonnaise – all made with anchovies harvested on Vietnam’s central coast. The inventor behind these creations comes to the session to share his inspiration and process. Guests then have the opportunity to design a personalized nước mắm mix, taking home a unique expression of a timeless ingredient.
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai is located near the historic town of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is an all-villa retreat stretching along Vietnam’s pristine central coast. Sweeping ocean views and tropical gardens frame the resort’s exclusive selection of restaurants, wellness and cultural experiences, shaped by the true spirit of Central Vietnam.
Recently, the resort was awarded two MICHELIN Keys in the first MICHELIN Guide for Hotels – a prestigious honor that recognizes the resort as one of the country’s most exceptional places to stay, celebrated for its architectural excellence, world-class wellness offerings and intuitive, genuine service.
For more information or to reserve An Insider Journey Through Hoi An’s Craft and Cuisine, visit the official website of Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai.
