Top Oaxaca City Classes & Workshops - page 3

We cook for fun and relaxation. We like that you can have a good time while sharing about the culture. You can create your own cocktail with mezcal with the bartender.

Tasting of Oaxacan honeys Taste the sweetness of Oaxacan honeys! In Nunduve you can taste different local honeys while talking about the interesting world of bees. Enjoy a unique, interesting and very sweet experience! We’ll start with a presentation and introduction to the world of bees and honey. You’ll be surprised by everything you don’t already know about these topics! Next, we’ll talk about the most important characteristics of honey sensory analysis and try six different honeys, learning not only about their characteristics, but also about their origins and history. We will conclude by answering all your questions with a coffee or drink of your choice I am a honey and bee biologist with 10 years of experience. We would love you to be part of this experience!

This will guide you step by step through the process, sharing the benefits of each component and how they nourish and care for your skin. By the end of the experience, you will have your own handmade soap and the knowledge to continue creating natural, eco-friendly products at home.

Anyone interested in the rich culture of Mexico should experience this opportunity to immerse themselves in one of the country's most emblematic and moving festivities. By participating in the tour of the Central de Abastos and contributing to the creation of a traditional offering, an authentic experience is offered that provides a deeper understanding of the importance of honoring loved ones and the spiritual connection to life and death in Mexican culture. Additionally, this experience provides a unique perspective on the history and traditions rooted in Mexico's vibrant identity, allowing visitors to appreciate the depth and beauty of such a significant holiday in the Mexican cultural calendar.

In this workshop they will practice collage from a sensitive and poetic approach, exploring the object, memory and perception through phenomenological exercises and guided creative processes. Welcome and opening : Group reception, introduction to the phenomenological approach of collage and preparation of the workspace. Sensitive Activation : Exercises of observation, listening and relation to materials to activate perception, gesture and intuition. Exploration and practice of collage : Guided process of creation from the encounter between images, objects and memory, attending to personal rhythm. Pause and reflexive closure: Collective observation of processes and pieces, exchange and closure of the meeting.

I am Enrique Montaño Oaxacan cook and I will take you first to the market to know some ingredients of Oaxacan cuisine, and there we choose the menu, we can find some dried chillies and toast them in the comal to prepare some mole or sauce. You will also learn the technique to make tortillas to accompany the meal. I will share part of our traditions and on dates our food is consumed, both in a festivity or daily in which we enjoy a mezcal. Let me know if you have any allergies or restrictions.

Adventure begins with an exploration of the agave plant—sacred in Mexico for over 10,000 years. Learn how this ancient plant has shaped the identity of our people, and uncover the stories behind its cultivation and symbolism. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of mezcal with an authentic tasting experience in Oaxaca, guided by a mezcal expert from a family steeped in five generations. In a charming tasting room, dive into the interplay of chemistry, biology, and anthropology that makes mezcal Mexico’s iconic spirit. Discover the agave plant’s cultural significance and its deep-rooted connection to Oaxacan heritage while savoring five distinct mezcals from various regions. Each sip reveals how unique production methods and terroirs influence flavor and aroma, enriching your appreciation for this beloved drink. The experience takes place in El Mercado Negro, inside a colonial house in the Oaxaca heart. Intimate, authentic, and filled with history, perfect setting to enjoy mezcal.

Explore Oaxaca’s pottery, textiles, and other artisanal goods on this half-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, visit three towns famous for their crafts—San Bartolo Coyotepec, Santo Tomás Jalieza, and San Martin Tilcajete. Led by an informative local guide, you’ll find the best spots for exquisite black pottery, embroidered belts, shawls, and handbags, and gorgeous alebrijes, the colorful wood sculptures carved from the copal tree.

Learn the techniques for creating your own chocolate bars in this workshop. Discover the art of making your own chocolate bars. No previous experience is needed. Walk the cocoa processing process with a European style method. Explore a variety of flavors and tools essential to this practice. It begins with an introduction to the world of cocoa, delving into its origins and varieties, highlighting the individual qualities of each type and its traditional flavors. Learn about the process of transforming roasted beans into bars. Participate in the tempering process, explained step by step by your instructor. Shape the chocolate at your own pace and design it to your liking. Then enjoy a unique cocoa snack, made especially for you by the staff. The experience includes everything you need to create your own Oaxacan chocolate bar and finally, receive a package to take your creation home.

Discover the captivating world of mezcal with an engaging blind tasting experience that highlights artisanal and ancestral production methods. Guided by a mezcal expert, this session invites you to savor a selection of small-batch mezcals, each chosen for its unique agave type, terroir, and production technique. As you analyze the aromas, flavors, and textures of each drink, you’ll cultivate a deeper appreciation for mezcal's complexity. The session culminates in the exciting reveal and discussion of each mezcal, perfect for anyone eager to learn more about this traditional spirit.

The experience represents a journey through Oaxacan culture, with the guide of the Sommelier/Mezcologist originally from Oaxaca you can know about the magic of the most representative spirit drink in Oaxaca as well as know about its origin through stories, legend, traditions and facts that have been invested about this drink, so you will try five different types of mezcals that will be paired spectacularly with five different dishes which are made with typical moles of the region, traditional food in Oaxaca is cultural heritage of humanity and the moles Oaxacan are a whole Persian experience, you will also know the secrets and techniques to cook them in a traditional way and thus learn a little more how you live, drink and eat in this beautiful tourist destination full of flavor and tradition.

Discover the rich cultural heritage of agave with a unique tasting experience in Oaxaca. This guided session takes you through four pivotal stages of agave transformation, starting with aguamiel, the sweet sap that captures the essence of the plant. Next, savor pulque, an ancient fermented beverage, and then explore roasted agave, the heart of mezcal production. The journey culminates with tastings of three artisanal mezcals, showcasing diverse agave species from various regions. Throughout the experience, enjoy insights from a knowledgeable host, making this an enriching adventure for those eager to delve into the significance of agave in Mexican culture.

I am originally from the Zoque ethnic group of the Chimalapa community, Isthmus Region, Oaxaca state, I come from a chocolate family by tradition, here I can share my experience and knowledge that I have acquired over the years. In honor of my community, we have decided to call the project Chima, which in the Zoque language means “jicara”. Come and learn about our culture and prepare your own chocolate in a traditional way, with basic equipment that you can replicate at home! Suitable for teens, adults and anyone who wants to make their own Oaxacan chocolate. Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans. Cocoa and chocolate lovers. Cooking lovers. Chocolate makers