Group Andean Cooking Class, Pachamanca

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Earliest Date Available: October 26, 2026This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.

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Location

Cusco

Duration

2 hours 30 minutes

Group size

Max 10 guests

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Language

English, Spanish

Location

Cusco

Duration

2 hours 30 minutes

Group size

Max 10 guests

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Language

English, Spanish

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•54 reviews

US$81.65 per guest

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Adult x2

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Earliest Date Available: October 26, 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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Join us for an unforgettable Andean Cooking class dedicated to the traditional Pachamanca, where you'll delve into the rich history of Andean cuisine. Unlock the secrets of time-honored cooking methods as you prepare and indulge in authentic Andean dishes. Our culinary experience is designed to be personalized and participatory, fostering a lively and inclusive atmosphere suitable for all, regardless of kitchen knowledge or previous experience. From the moment you step through our doors, you'll embark on a journey that celebrates the ancestral culinary heritage of the Andes. Explore enduring flavors, techniques, and ingredients that have been passed down through generations

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Professional chef

Private Tour

Lunch

01 appetizer and 01 main

Beverages

Gratuities

Step 1: Welcome We will immerse ourselves in the art of marination, where we will learn to prepare our meats and other ingredients in a special sauce that enhances their flavors and prepares them for cooking. Step 2: Andean Tamales We will delve into the preparation of Andean tamales, made from corn, an ancestral technique that connects us with the land and culinary traditions of the region. Step 3: Uchucuta pepper sauce Immersing ourselves in the preparation of uchucuta, a spicy sauce consumed by the Incas, using traditional techniques that have been passed down through generations. Step 4: Chicha Tasting Exploring into the world of chicha, the drink of the Incas, an ancestral fermentation that will transport us through time with each sip. Step 5: Enjoy Pachamanca The moment where we can enjoy the richness of aromas and flavors of the ingredients cooked in clay pots, an experience that connects us with the land and history of the Peruvian Andes.

MAIN

Preparation of Pachamanca

Pachamanca is a traditional Peruvian dish baked with the aid of hot stones.

STARTER

Praparation of Savoury or Sweet Humitas

It consists of fresh corn paste, wrapped in a fresh corn husk, and slowly steamed in a pot of water.

STARTER

Uchucuta Sauce

Preparation of uchucuta Sauce made on tender chili and herbs.

MAIN

Peruvian Chicha Tasting

Taste traditional Peruvian chicha varieties, including chicha de jora, a corn based Andean ancestral drink.

Meeting Point

C. Palacio 135, Calle Palacio, Cuzco Cuzco, Peru, PE, 08002

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Street behind the Cathedral of Cusco (the main church at the main square). Beside our UCHU Peruvian Steak House Restaurant

End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Free cancellation

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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ahadayoOctober 2025 • TripAdvisor

Fantastic private cooking class with Chef Alejandro

We took a private Peruvian cooking class with our amazing chef-instructor Alejandro as part of our honeymoon, and it was one of the best experiences we had in Cusco! Alejandro was super fun, knowledgeable, and passionate about sharing his country’s cuisine. We started by learning about different local fruits, vegetables, and condiments used in Peruvian cooking, and we got to taste everything! Then we prepared our first ceviche, made delicious cocktails with the local Pisco, and finished with a...read more

RoseannaM_12September 2025 • TripAdvisor

Amazing Family Friendly Experience

Great experience with kid and grandparents. We went for the 10am English class and it was perfect for lunch. We made two delicious courses and cocktails. We learned so much about Perus agriculture and food. Chef Fernando was great with kids - he played kids music, had mocktails and assisted them with cooking. Highly highly recommend. One of our best experiences in Peru.

U5685OKswJuly 2025 • TripAdvisor

Highlight of our trip

I thoroughly enjoyed the Peruvian cooking class provided by Chef Fernando in Cusco. It was one of the highlights of our trip!! His recipes, instruction, personality, and overall presentation were all fantastic. He followed up by emailing us the recipes we made. Highly recommend!

GinaH150June 2025 • TripAdvisor

Amazing culinary and cultural journey!

What an evening! From the moment we arrived we had the most enjoyable time, learned a lot, and had amazing food! Our chefs were incredible and had us cooking like professionals and laughing at ourselves! The food was so good and I look forward to taking what we learned about ceviche, Lomo Saltado, AND pisco sours home to recreate! Cheers to Chefs Jose and Christina! We loved the whole night! Thank you so much! Highly recommend visiting when in Cusco!