Private Authentic Mayan Cooking Class with Tulum Hotel Transfers

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What You’ll Experience
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Duration
5 hours
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Number of Guests
2 - 10 guests
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English, Spanish
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Immerse yourself in Mayan culture with a private cooking class near Coba. Learn to make tamales and tortillas, explore traditions, and savor authentic dishes. Includes Tulum hotel transfers.

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

Experience Details

Step off the beaten path and immerse yourself in the heart of a traditional Mayan community near Coba. This hands-on cooking class offers a rare opportunity to learn authentic Mayan dishes from a skilled local chef. Using recipes passed down through generations, you’ll make tamales, habanero salsa, handmade tortillas, and more. Discover the true essence of Yucatán’s culinary heritage, gain insight into Mexican culture, and explore Mayan traditions through food and family. A true taste of Yucatán's rich culinary heritage!

Sample Menu

STARTER
Appetizer: Chayitas with Sikal Pak Salsa
MAIN
Main Course: Pollo Pibil or Brazo de Reina Tamal
or Rice & Beans and Habanero Salsa with Handmade Corn Tortillas
STARTER
Drinks: Hibiscus Flower Cold Tea & 2 Beers Per Person
DESSERT
Dessert: Local Fruit

What You Get

Hotel pickup and drop-off from Tulum
Authentic Mayan cooking class
Home-cooked Mexican meal

Good To Know

  • If you have any dietary restrictions, allergies or menu preferences, please let your host know while booking the experience online
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Tulum are included in the cost of the experience. Please add your hotel details when booking online
  • Josué, or another experienced English-speaking guide, will join Lucy and you on this experience in the jungle of Quintana Roo
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

What You’ll Experience

Embark on an unforgettable culinary journey with Lucy and her family in the heart of a traditional Mayan community near Coba, Mexico. After being picked up from your Tulum hotel, you'll travel for an hour to this ancient Maya city, where you'll gain a genuine glimpse into rural life. Lucy, a master of Mayan smoke cooking, will guide you through the art of the 'pibil' technique, sharing the secrets behind its unique flavors. Participate in a hands-on cooking experience, preparing traditional Mayan dishes with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. As you cook, you'll learn about the cultural significance of each dish and connect with Lucy’s family, hearing their stories and experiencing their warm hospitality. After cooking, sit down to share the delicious Mayan meal you've helped prepare. A few dishes you may enjoy include chayitas with sikil pak salsa (a traditional dish made with corn dough mixed with chopped chaya leaves), pollo pibil (chicken in achiote paste, orange juice, and spices) and habanero salsa with handmade corn tortillas, served with hibiscus flower cold tea, local beers, and seasonal fruit.

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Please meet Josué (or another available English speaking guide), at the concierge desk of your Tulum hotel. You will be dropped back to your hotel after the experience is over. Please add your hotel details when booking online.

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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from  $600.18 
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Please note: The price varies based on group size. The time is in Eastern Standard Time.
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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Earliest available date: July 28, 2025
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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