Cancun - Cooking Class with Local Chef (small group)

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3 hours
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1 - 6 guests
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English, Spanish
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Dive into Mexican culinary tradition with Chef Alberto in Cancun. Hands-on cooking, savor local flavors, and explore cultural tales in a cozy group setting.

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

Experience Details

With the guidance of Chef Alberto, you'll discover the unique flavors of Mexican cuisine in this hands-on cooking experience.


Learn about the traditional dishes and ways of life. Immerse yourself in the Mexican culture and the exotic local ingredients.



Sample Menu

MAIN
Mole Sauce
Mole Sauce, the king of the Mexican Salsas, learn to cook this and many more Mexican favorites with Chef Alberto
MAIN
Pork Pibil
The best of Yucatan
STARTER
Antojitos Mexicanos
Totopos, Gucamole, Salsas.
MAIN
Mexican Vegetarian and Vegan recipes

What You Get

Cooking class by Master Chef
Lunch
Guest will eat what they cook on the cooking class
Gratuities

Good To Know

  • We accommodate: vegetarians, vegans and gluten free
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Meet Chef Alberto and get ready to enjoy a delightful day of cooking, eating, and learning about the best of Mexican cuisine and the local culture. This cooking class takes place in the home of the Chef where you will learn to cook from scratch the best of the Mexican recipes. Every day you will enjoy a different menu: ·Monday - Steak, Pastor and chorizo ​​tacos ·Tuesday - Barbecue and quesabirrias. ·Wednesday - Chicken with mole and rice. ·Thursday - Red and green tamales. ·Friday - Cochinita pibil On all the classes we will also cook: ·Mexican salsa ·Red salsa in a molcajete ·Guacamole ·Totopos ·Comal tortillas ·Rajas poblanas with cream Get ready to delight yourself with an authentic Mexican feast!

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

C. Río Lerma 22, Calle Río Lerma, Quintana Roo, Mexico, MX, 77535

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Chef Alberto will meet you at his home kitchen. He will carry a banner saying: COOKIN' CANCUN
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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What People Are Saying
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Amazing food
May 27, 2025
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We had a great experience learning to cook our Mexican favorites. The chef and his mom were great teachers.we all loved the food and we will be definitely cooking them when we get back home.

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Authentic Mexican cooking with Chef Alberto & Lily!
May 24, 2025
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We booked this class on Expedia and I was a tad apprehensive but it ended up being one of the coolest things we did in Cancun! Our chef Alberto met us outside in the street which was much appreciat...read more

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The best cooking class in Cancun!
May 24, 2025
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My husband and I had one of our best experiences in Cancun while attending Alberta’s cooking class. He and his mother, Lilly, were the perfect hosts in welcoming us into their home. After meeting ...read more

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Best experience !!
May 23, 2025
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GREAT EXPERIENCE!! Great all around! Loving and compassionate family! Chef Alberto and his mother welcome you into their beautiful space and prepare a meal that is unforgettable! We started by prep...read more

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Perfection!
May 23, 2025
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This was an amazing experience! Our original tour was canceled and Chef Alberto had availability at the last minute. We are so glad that Chef Alberto and his mom welcomed us into their home to give...read more

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