Oaxacan Cheese and Quesillo Workshop

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Oaxacan Cheese and Quesillo Workshop

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
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Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
4 - 10 guests
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Accessibility
Stroller Accessible
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Language
English, Spanish
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Other
Vegetarian, Wheelchair Accessible, Pet-friendly, Private Experience
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Join a hands-on workshop in Oaxaca to master the art of making Quesillo and Fresh Cheese. Experience authentic culinary tradition with the guidance of local experts. Includes organic breakfast.

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

Experience Details

This is an interactive workshop where you will learn how to make one of the most popular ingredients in Oaxacan cuisine; Quesillo and Fresh Cheese. Learn step by step the production process through traditional techniques that have been part of several generations within Oaxacan cuisine, which you can replicate at home.

You will discover our culinary traditions through this workshop full of flavor and culture.

This workshop includes materials and a complete breakfast made from 100% organic ingredients. We have vegetarian breakfasts.

Be part of this magical experience and learn the true history of the production of these traditional cheeses.

What You Get

Materials for the workshop

Good To Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Service animals allowed
  • Wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

Discover the magic of how to prepare our emblematic Quesillo and Queso Fresco, through traditional techniques. Learn in depth about the heritage of Oaxacan cuisine and be part of this authentic experience.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Pochote Xochimilco Organic and Artisinal Market, Calle Porfirio Díaz, Oaxaca, Mexico, MX, 68070

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We will meet at the beautiful El Pochote Xochimilco market, located in the historic center of Oaxaca.
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
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based on 5 reviews
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You must have to do it!
June 24, 2026

Such an amazing experience. We will do it again. We love oaxaca culture.

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As a long-time fan of...
June 21, 2026

As a long-time fan of Oaxaca's famous cheese, having the opportunity to make quesillo and queso fresca was exciting enough. But after meeting expert cheesemaker Dona Andrea and learning about her c...read more

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Perfect way to spend a morning in Oaxaca!
December 02, 2025

One of our best experiences in Oaxaca! Our host was amazing and so knowledgeable, and we loved that we got to make the cheese rather than just watching as we have experienced in some other food exp...read more

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A Must Cheese Experience!
June 28, 2025

Dona Andrea is the best cheese maker in town, her craft taught to her from her mother and grandmother. She is a master and felt very privileged to have learned to make cheese from her. She is sw...read more

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Cheese experience
January 19, 2025

An amazing experience. Our guide was very nice and spoke good English. She took us to beautiful, very small market where we ate great food, hot chocolate and juice which was included. Our teacher w...read more

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