Group Andean Cooking Class, Pachamanca

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US$80.06 per guest

Adult x2

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

Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

Reviews

Location

Cusco

Duration

2 hours 30 minutes

Number of Guests

2 - 10 guests

Language

English, Spanish

Other

Vegetarian, Wheelchair Accessible, Family-friendly, Private Experience

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Explore the vibrant heritage of Andean cuisine in a personalized cooking class. Discover ancient flavors and techniques with Pachamanca, guided by local experts in a friendly atmosphere.

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

Experience Details

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

Sample Menu

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.

What You Get

Bottled water

Professional chef

Private Tour

Gratuities

Good To Know

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Original passport must be provided at beginning of course for tax purposes
Class is operated either in Spanish or English depending on your request
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

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.

Meeting & Pickup

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.

Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
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Reviews

4.9

based on 54 reviews

(TripAdvisor)

Fantastic private cooking class with Chef Alejandro

October 29, 2025

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, knowle...read more

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Amazing Family Friendly Experience

September 06, 2025

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 ...read more

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Highlight of our trip

July 31, 2025

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 a...read more

(TripAdvisor)

Amazing culinary and cultural journey!

June 11, 2025

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 ours...read more