Flavors of Yucatán Cooking class & market tour

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Earliest Date Available: October 3, 2026This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.
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Duration
5 hours
Group size
Max 12 guests
Accessibility
Stroller Accessible
Language
English, Spanish
Location
Duration
5 hours
Group size
Max 12 guests
Accessibility
Stroller Accessible
Language
English, Spanish
 US$102.72  per guest
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Earliest Date Available: October 3, 2026This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.
Free CancellationCancel for free up to 1 day before your experience
Food for HappinessFor every guest in your booking, we donate 10 meals to children around the world
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What makes this experience special is the authentic connection with local life in Mérida. You’ll explore the city’s most traditional market, meet vendors who have preserved their family recipes for generations, and cook inside a real Yucatecan home. This is not just a class — it’s an immersive cultural exchange where you learn, taste, and live the region’s culinary traditions firsthand.
English speaking guide
1 beer and agua fresca during lunch
3 course Lunch prepared by you
1 bottled water
Light breakfast tasting
Local bus & drop off transportation
All cooking ingredients
Personal expenses
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Begin your day with a fascinating guided walking tour of Mérida’s vibrant main market, bursting with color, aromas, and life. As you explore the bustling aisles of Lucas de Gálvez Market, you’ll discover the seasonal fruits, spices, herbs, and fresh ingredients that form the heart of Yucatecan cuisine. Your guide will explain not only what locals cook with, but also where these ingredients come from and how they’re sourced. You’ll also enjoy a light breakfast of local snacks and traditional dishes, offering a delicious introduction to the region’s food culture. With ingredients freshly purchased, your guide will take you by local transportation to the welcoming home of your hostess. In her cozy kitchen, you’ll begin a hands-on cooking class that offers far more than recipes. Under her guidance, you’ll prepare a traditional 3-course Yucatecan meal from scratch. As you chop, stir, and season, you’ll uncover the stories and traditions behind each dish, gaining insight into their cultural significance. Finally, sit down to enjoy the meal you’ve created, savoring not just the food, but the shared experience and deeper connection to Yucatán’s culinary heritage.
Meeting Point

The rectory Jesus (Third Order), Yucatán, Mexico, MX, 97000

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Please meet your guide at the front door of the church.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

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Cancel up to 1 day before for a full refund.
No refund within 1 day of the experience or no-shows.
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jonathansY4593VNJanuary 2026 • TripAdvisor
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The Best Authentic Merida Experience

My wife and I had the best time. Kevin and Isabell were magnificent. Kevin gave us a little tour of Mérida while we walked to the market. It was so cool. Unlike anything we’ve experienced, and the meal they taught us to prepare was absolutely delicious. They also give you the recipes to take home. We highly recommend this tour for a taste of authentic Yucatan.

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mar_afernandam207October 2025 • TripAdvisor
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Best experience ever

Our cooking class with Pame was one of the absolute highlights of our trip! We loved exploring the local market, meeting the vendors, and learning about Yucatecan ingredients before heading to her lovely home for the cooking class. Everything felt authentic and welcoming, we recommend this experience!

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