4-hour Eat & Drink-as-you-Cook Mexican cooking class in Cancun

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
4 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 6 guests
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Language
English, Spanish
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Join a unique cooking class in Cancun. Discover Yucatecan cuisine by crafting 9 traditional dishes. Visit a local market, cook, and savor your creations with a passionate chef's guidance.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Discover the unique flavors of Yucatecan cuisine during this immersive small group “eat-as-you-make-it” cooking class in a local Cancun home.


In this fun and hands-on experience, you’ll prepare 9 traditional recipes and drinks that highlight the rich flavors of the region.


Start by (optionally) visiting a bustling Cancun market, where you’ll shop for fresh ingredients and sample traditional Yucatecan favorites, including the iconic cochinita pibil.


Then, get your hands dirty as you prepare an appetizer, main dish, and dessert, guided by a skilled culinary chef.


Finally, sit down to enjoy the delicious creations you’ve prepared, all while learning about local culture, food, and traditions in a family home setting.


Vegan and vegetarian alternatives available upon request (please specify when booking).

Sample Menu

STARTER
Margarita
Bottomless... All you care to make and drink
STARTER
Tostadas de pollo
STARTER
Extra zesty Guacamole
STARTER
Quesadillas
STARTER
Salsas
MAIN
Burrito
MAIN
Tacos
DESSERT
Arroz con Leche
(a creamy, sweet rice dessert)

What You Get

Carbonated beverages
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Alcoholic beverages
Alcoholic Beverages
transfer

Good To Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Relax and sip refreshing mojitos and spice-infused iced tea as you chop, sizzle, and simmer through the afternoon! With easy-to-follow instructions from our culinary chef, you’ll prepare 8 authentic Mexican recipes, including bottomless drinks, an assortment of appetizers, a savory main entrée with vegetables, and two delicious desserts. This cooking adventure will lead to a satisfying and fulfilling meal – not too heavy but perfectly satisfying. Chef Mel will delight you with fascinating stories about local cuisine, customs, and personal experiences, making this class both enriching and entertaining. It’s a fun and interactive way to experience Cancun, with dynamic conversations and a deep dive into Mexican culinary traditions! This experience is the perfect way to taste, learn, and enjoy the culture of Yucatán in a unique and memorable way. Come for the fun, stay for the food, and leave with lasting memories, photos and recipes! Treat yourself to this boozy, dish-devouring party. It’ll be the highlight of your trip to Mexico! We're food restriction-friendly: None of our dishes contain pork! We can make virgin drinks for non-alcoholic drinkers.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Av. Del Sol 11, Avenida Del Sol, Quintana Roo, Mexico, MX, 77506

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Please contact us via Whatsapp for the correct meeting point, as we have two possible kitchen studios.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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from  $57.70 
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Please note that the time is in Eastern Standard Time.
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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