Top Central & South America Food & Drink Classes

Learn to cook Costa Rican food made from local organic ingredients right from the farm where your class is held. You can help collect the seasonal produce from the fields, then you’ll get back to the kitchen. You’ll not only learn to cook in an open wood-fire kitchen, but you’ll hear stories about Costa Rican culture, too.

We will be in the kitchen of our family restaurant, which meant a lot to us. in the historic center of Cartagena, a kitchen with music, air conditioning, and we have decorated with photos of all the people who have visited us as a way to remember our friends all over the world. In this kitchen, not only is cooking, we also dance once when (our chefs also know how to dance a lot!)

Go beyond the restaurants, and enjoy a more hands-on way to learn about Peruvian cuisine, thanks to this small-group cooking class in Lima. Hosted by a chef guide, learn to make a 4-course meal of traditional dishes—such as ceviche, causa, and lomo saltado—and practice your mixology skills with a pisco sour lesson. Then, sit down to savor your tasting-menu-style meal, and walk away with new culinary skills and insider knowledge.

Join a local chef for a half-day cooking class in Sucre that includes a 3-course meal and seasonal cocktail or mocktail. After mixing up a drink with seasonal fruits, you’ll also cover local ingredients, learn unique cooking methods, and prepare one of the country’s flavorful hot sauces. Take-home recipes for classic Bolivian dishes — such as papas rellenas or picante de pollo — make it easy to recreate them at home.

The markets of Cusco are fascinating places to explore, but you'll have a much richer experience with a guide who can provide insights into Peruvian cuisine. This activity begins in the city's oldest market, where you can sample popular fruits, breads, and cheeses, as well as some desserts. Afterward, you'll learn to prepare three Peruvian dishes with a local chef.

Take this chocolate-lovers workshop and learn how to make your very own chocolate from start to finish. Learn about the chocolate-making process with this hands-on experience beginning with the cocoa tree and finishing with your very own chocolate creations. Discover the history of cocoa in Peru and learn why it is one of the top chocolate producers in the world.

Our project aims to help you discover the secrets of this cuisine. To learn to cook alongside a passionate chef, who will take pleasure in explaining to you in English or Spanish, and to help you master the techniques and specialties of this dear country. Empanadas, plátanos, picadillo de gallo, frijoles molidos, tamales. Vegetarian or not, you are welcome for this new experience. It's a 3-hour course with the preparation of a dish and a juice that's a little out of the ordinary.

Get an authentic taste of Chile missed by most visitors in this private cooking class. Join your host in her own home in the countryside surrounding Santiago and learn to prepare a traditional Chilean meal using fresh produce from her garden—your host can offer a demonstration first or you can go straight for a hands-on experience, it's your choice. Afterward, sit down to enjoy the meal together and get a unique insight into local Chilean life.

Discover the flavors of Brazil through a guided tasting session designed to go beyond surface-level tourism. This small-group experience introduces you to 34 local foods and drinks, explained in context by a knowledgeable local host. Instead of just eating, you’ll understand how, when, and why locals enjoy these foods in their daily lives. - Learn more about Brazilian cuisine than by eating out alone. - Small group for a personal, social experience - Ideal for food lovers, curious travelers, and culture seekers - All tastings and drinks included

Immerse yourself in Argentine culinary culture with this hands-on cooking class in Buenos Aires’ Palermo neighborhood. Led by expert chefs, craft traditional dishes like empanadas, cheesy chipa, Argentine steak, and dulce de leche flan, all paired with premium local wines. With music, stories, and laughter, this interactive experience is perfect for food lovers eager to connect with Argentina’s rich flavors and hospitality.

Get hands-on experience preparing some of Peru’s most iconic dishes and shopping at a local market during this Lima cooking class. First stop by the market to pick out fresh meat and produce, discovering the incredible diversity of ingredients in Peruvian cuisine. Then head to the kitchen choosing to prepare a choice of fish, chicken, beef or vegetarian dish like ‘Ceviche’ learning the necessary steps in fun, relaxed atmosphere. Your cooking excursion also includes round-trip hotel transport (for most areas of Lima), professional chef instructor, snacks and either lunch or dinner.

Step into the shoes of a rum master blender at Casa Barú's exclusive 'Craft Your Own Rum' workshop, an immersive experience in the heart of Panama City's vibrant Casco Viejo. Forget traditional tastings; here, you actively participate and master the art of rumblending. During this one-hour session, discover the Casa Barú production method, our raw materials and the secrets of distillation. This is not just about tasting; it is about understanding the science and passion behind every drop. Guided by expert instructors, you will explore different flavor profiles. We talk about the aromatic notes, giving you the freedom to design and mix your own custom rum recipe, perfectly tailored to your palate. Once your master blend is perfected, bottle it in a 235 ml hip flask or a 700 ml bottle. While you seal your creation, enjoy a complimentary cocktail. Take home the ultimate souvenir capturing your creative journey: a completely unique bottle of rum that exists nowhere else in the world.

What makes this activity special At Casa San Miguel, participants not only watch a cooking demonstration, but become part of the experience. Guided by local chef David Farfán, travelers prepare authentic Guatemalan dishes using traditional techniques handed down from generation to generation. Small groups guarantee personalized attention, hands-on learning and a warm, familiar and welcoming atmosphere. Participants also enjoy Guatemalan coffee, local drinks and printed take-home recipes. The optional market tour adds an immersive cultural touch, connecting travelers directly to local ingredients and traditions.

Get ready to savor Argentinian cuisine in a warm, friendly setting. You’ll learn to cook seven dishes, all while sipping top-rated wine. Arrive at the host’s apartment, enjoy local snacks, and sip on Vermuth cocktails before you start cooking. The three-hour class will be filled with cooking, socializing, eating, and laughs. Prepare two appetizers, one main, one side, one dessert, and unlimited wine from a nearby winery—or non-alcoholic drinks. Leave with a full belly and new friends!

Immerse yourself in the culinary culture of Brazil during a small-group cooking class. Learn about the flavors, ingredients, and traditional techniques of Brazilian comfort food as your instructor guides you step-by-step. Get your hands dirty preparing iconic recipes—from garlic rice to buttery farofa and picanha steak - while sipping on a refreshing caipirinha. Enjoy a true taste of Brazil beyond the restaurant scene as you cook, learn, laugh, and connect with locals. - Learn more about Brazilian cuisine than you would just eating out - Small group size allows for a more personalized, hands-on experience - Ideal for foodies or anyone who loves to create in the kitchen - Enjoy unlimited caipirinhas or tropical mocktails while you cook

Learn to cook some of the best foods in Tamarindo in this small-group cooking class. Your local chef takes you through the steps in making a three-course meal that you eat at the end with your group. Try things like tortillas, patacones, arroz de maiz, and more. Learn about Costa Rican culture through the food you prepare and the people who teach you.

Learn how to prepare causa de pollo and ceviche–Peru’s national dish during a relaxed cooking class in Lima’s trendy Miraflores district. Sip on the iconic pisco sour (which you will also make yourself) and have a laugh with your hosts as they teach you about the history and origins of Peruvian cuisine.

Peru is often hailed as the culinary capital of Latin America, so there’s no better place to take a cooking class than Cusco. Rather than simply eating in a restaurant, this hands-on food workshop equips you with tips and tricks for getting traditional dishes such as *lomo saltado* and *papa a la huancaina* right at home.

Peru is widely acknowledged as the culinary capital of Latin America, so there’s no better place to take a cooking class than Cusco. Take home recipes and memories after this food-focused experience, which teaches you to cook classic Peruvian dishes such as ceviche, lomo saltado (stewed beef), and a pisco sour cocktail.

Learn to make local food yourself in this Panama City cooking class to take your appreciation of Panamanian cuisine to the next level. Follow your chef instructor as they take you through 10 recipes, eating and sipping on unlimited cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages as you work your way through the menu. This class can cater to vegetarians and people with other food restrictions.

In this fun and interactive 1-hour Pisco cocktail class, you’ll discover the world of Peru’s iconic spirit by preparing over 7 different Pisco infusions and learning to make two of the most famous Pisco cocktails: Pisco Sour and Chilcano de Pisco. This 100% participatory experience is designed to be quick, engaging, and full of flavor. To cap off the class, we’ll finish with a few exciting Pisco shots. Whether you're new to cocktails or a seasoned enthusiast, you’ll enjoy personalized guidance and a hands-on approach that makes the experience both enjoyable and educational.

Geisha Experience Panama is unique for its focus on Geisha coffee, recognized worldwide for its exceptional flavor. Travelers have the opportunity to see up close the artisan process of growing and roasting this premium bean, all in a natural environment of incomparable beauty. Tasting is an unrivalled sensory experience, where complex and subtle notes are discovered that make this cafe a real treasure for the senses.

Don’t just feast on Colombian cuisine, master the basics of South American food during a cooking class in Cartagena. In an intimate group limited to 12 fellow food lovers, you’ll receive personalized attention from a professional chef as you prepare local delicacies such as sea bass ceviche, seared beef, and coconut rice. Plus, you’ll all sit down together to enjoy the fuits of your labor at the end.