Roll then Fold and Feast to a Culinary Empanada Fiesta Experience

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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English
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Join a hands-on empanada experience! Tour the kitchen, learn to make empanadas, and savor them with a Puerto Rican meal. Perfect for foodies. Book your spot now!

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

Experience Details

Empanada Fiesta: Roll, Fold & Feast!

Join us for a hands-on culinary adventure celebrating the rich tradition of empanadas!


Meet the Chef & Tour the Kitchen

Start with an exclusive kitchen tour and meet Chef Inez Melendez, the creative force behind Chicago Empanada Mama.


Discover the History & Culture

Learn the fascinating origins of empanadas and how Puerto Rican empanadillas stand out.


‍ Roll, Fold & Create Your Own Empanada

Master traditional techniques as you fill, fold, and seal your own delicious empanada.


️ Feast on Your Creation

Enjoy your handcrafted empanada alongside a flavorful Puerto Rican meal featuring signature rice and sides.


Take Home the Recipe

Recreate the magic at home with your very own recipe card.


Perfect for date nights, group outings, or solo foodies—this interactive experience is a fun, delicious way to explore Puerto Rican flavors!


Reserve your spot today!



What You Get

Lunch
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Good To Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

Empanada Fiesta: Roll, Fold & Feast! Join us for a hands-on culinary adventure celebrating the rich tradition of empanadas! Meet the Chef & Tour the Kitchen Start with an exclusive kitchen tour and meet Chef Inez Melendez, the creative force behind Chicago Empanada Mama. Discover the History & Culture Learn the fascinating origins of empanadas and how Puerto Rican empanadillas stand out. ‍ Roll, Fold & Create Your Own Empanada Master traditional techniques as you fill, fold, and seal your own delicious empanada. ️ Feast on Your Creation Enjoy your handcrafted empanada alongside a flavorful Puerto Rican meal featuring signature rice and sides. Take Home the Recipe Recreate the magic at home with your very own recipe card. Perfect for date nights, group outings, or solo foodies—this interactive experience is a fun, delicious way to explore Puerto Rican flavors! Reserve your spot today!

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Chicago Empanada Mama, West Chicago Avenue, Cook County Illinois, United States, US, 60622

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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 minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Earliest available date: May 18, 2025
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