Cancun Hands-On Mexican Cooking Class

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Summary
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What You’ll Experience
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Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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Language
English, Spanish
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Dive into the art of Mexican cuisine with a hands-on cooking class in Cancun. Prepare a 4-course meal with local chefs, using traditional tools. Discover regional flavors with expert guidance.

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

Experience Details

Learn the secrets of Mexican cooking with a hands-on lesson, led by a local English-speaking chef.


Receive expert step-by-step instructions to prepare a 4-course meal (5 dishes and 2 drinks) representing different regions of Mexico.


Get to know the art of Mexican cuisine by using traditional kitchen tools like Molcajete (stone mortar), Comal (flat griddle), and clay pots.


A private kitchen and intimate atmosphere at the most iconic mexican restaurant in Cancun is waiting for you!

Sample Menu

STARTER
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Tasting
Learn to choose the best fresh fruit in the local market and get a taste of real Mexican fruit.
STARTER
Guacamole
Simple, yet difficult to accomplish to perfection, learn how to prepare this avocado and pico de gallo appetizer.
STARTER
Handmade tortillas
The secret behind most Mexican dishes
STARTER
Refried beans
As good Mexicans, we like beans everywhere!
MAIN
Sopes
Thick corn base with different stews toppings.
MAIN
Enchiladas
Rolled up chicken tacos drowned in green or red sauce topped with cream, cheese, and onion.
DESSERT
Arroz con leche
Traditional dessert made with rice, milk, and sugar.
DESSERT
Margarita
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What You Get

Drink including margarita.
English speaking local chef (guide)
4-course hands-on cooking class
Extra food or drinks not specified.

Good To Know

  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Dress code is smart casual

What You’ll Experience

The ultimate step-by-step cooking class to prepare a full Mexican meal! Discover the step-by-step method to master the real Mexican taste for all your homemade meals. We’ll reveal exactly how you can dominate Mexican gastronomy even if you’re not a professional chef. Stop struggling every time you get into the kitchen, learn to dominate the most classic Mexican recipes, methods, and kitchen tools.s selection, seasonal fruit tasting, tamalas tasting, free time to stroll around Learn our grandmother's cooking secrets: -How to prepare back home a homemade 4-course meal in less than 45 minutes, even if you've never done it before or struggle in the kitchen. -Why you don't need a ton of ingredients to get an authentic Mexican meal after all. -When and how you should add peppers even when you don't eat spicy instead of just getting out of the recipe. -The surprising easy tip to select the perfect avocado for your Guacamole that you can put to use immediately. -What the huge brand restaurant's chefs don’t even know about the Cancun local markets.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Cancun Food Tours, Avenida Yaxchilán, Quintana Roo, Mexico, MX, 77500

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Find our location inside the most iconic Mexican Restaurant "La Parrilla"
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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Nassim’s masterclass
June 03, 2025
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Nassim was a wonderful teacher and cultivated a chill vibe which matched our energy. He was informative about the ingredients, techniques and tools necessary to create our menu. We had a lot of fun...read more

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Must do cooking class.
May 01, 2025
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(Viator)

Amazing cooking experience, food was delicious and location was nice. Chef was informative did get a bit hot but definitely worth the experience.

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What a fun day.
March 11, 2025
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We had fun. Food was great. Drink was yummy. We were told to be there at 11:00 so we missed the trip to market and supposed continental breakfast. Was bummed. Going to contact company. I am sure th...read more

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Nice experience and delicious lunch
February 25, 2025
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Nassim, our chef, was enthusiastic and fun, as he led us through a local market and our cooking journey. We very much enjoyed this class, though important for participants to know, we primarily ser...read more

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Great experience
February 18, 2025
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Nassim was an instructor. He made the cooking enjoyable and fun. The was food absolutely delicious ☺️

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