Authentic Mayan Cooking Class in Cozumel

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Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

Reviews

Location

Cozumel

Duration

2 hours 45 minutes

Number of Guests

1 - 15 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English, Spanish

Other

Gluten-free, Vegetarian, Wheelchair Accessible, Family-friendly, Pet-friendly, Private Experience

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Explore Mayan culinary traditions in Cozumel. Dive into ancient recipes, savor unique flavors, and experience the lively culture. This cooking class is a journey through time.

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

Experience Details

Ix-Kool (In Spanish Milpa) represents life through ancient times; This concept will delight us with an explosion of flavors and textures in each of its foods, representing the freshness and innovation of the Mayan culture through the years, without losing sight of its origins and the incredible seasoning of its dishes through time. .

Sample Menu

MAIN

Beans with pork

The two basic ingredients of this recipe are typical of the Mexican southeast.

MAIN

Cochinita pibil

The Cochinita is marinated in a mixture of sour orange juice and with a mixture of red spices made with "axiote" seeds.

STARTER

Sikilp´aak´

Sikilp’aak ’is a typical Mayan snack that is widely consumed in this region of the country and cannot be found in other parts of Mexico-

DESSERT

Cornbread

Dessert made with corn without flour.

What You Get

Dishes to prepare

Good To Know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

They will be able to know the Mayan culture through flavors, cooking ancient Mayan recipes with ancestral ingredients, the traveler will delight in an explosion of flavors and textures in each of their foods, representing the freshness and innovation of the Mayan culture through years.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Av. Rafael E. Melgar 1, Avenida Rafael E. Melgar, Quintana Roo, Mexico, MX, 77675

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Inside the Royal Village square, in room 53.

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.
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Reviews

4.8

based on 363 reviews

(Viator)

wonderful

June 18, 2026

wonderful food and lots of special drinks they made us that were non alcoholic. great teaching of the Mayan food culture. Juan is so nice and the place is very clean

(Viator)

Best food on the island

June 09, 2026

Come hungry!! This is an eating experience more than cooking. So even if you don’t like to cook but like to eat do this class. Learning the secrets of the Mayan recipes and how to cook a perfect to...read more

(Viator)

Unique Excursion in Cozumel

May 30, 2026

We had a fantastic experience with Juan and the team! We were able to participate in making guacamole, a traditional Mayan dipping sauce (this was probably my favorite dish), and corn tortillas. Af...read more

(Viator)

Excellent experience....

May 25, 2026

Excellent experience. Food was great, guide was great. Would recommend. To find the location, search for Plaza Royal Village, and it’s right behind the old Hard Rock Cafe.

(Viator)

Was very fun food was...

May 23, 2026

Was very fun food was phenomenal so was drinks my friends and I (19-23) had a great time. Learned about food none of us have tried before.

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