Cooking Class With Local Family

Come ready to grind by hand using the millenary pedernal stone, just as the Maya civilization did over 4,000 years ago. You’ll be the one crushing corn, seeds, and spices, experiencing this living tradition exactly as your communities still do today. Your Mayan roots are alive in every aspect of your gastronomy, and there is no better way to immerse yourself into it than through your local families. We work with more than 10 families, and your host will take you through this amazing experience using traditional ingredients. You will prepare and enjoy Guatemalan dishes such as Pepián, Jocón or a Vegetarian option. Traditional dishes may vary depending on the country's region, but all are prepared with love and deep understanding about feeding the body to strengthen health and delight your palate, creations with your communities that will replicate you will be able to recreate these dishes from your own kitchen at home, surrounded by an atmosphere rich in flavor and culture. Once you learn the technique there won't be step back , please send us a pictures of your creation! It is necessary to inform us of your dietary restrictions in advance so we can accommodate you better.