Top Oaxaca City Classes & Workshops - page 3

Learn to make traditional Oaxaca ‘mole’ — a family of chile-based sauces that’s at the heart of the region’s rich cuisine — at a hands-on, small-group cooking class in Oaxaca de Juarez. As you discover the step-by-step process behind making a delicious mole, you’ll pick up key cooking skills and prepare a flavorful breakfast to enjoy with your fellow students.

Monte Albán is a must-see destination for those who visit Oaxaca. With more than 2,000 years of history, this archaeological site is truly unique. In addition, you will have the opportunity to explore the alebrijes and black clay workshops, emblematic crafts of the Valley of Oaxaca. Also, you cannot stop admiring the architectural beauty of the former convent of Cuilápam, a place that will also captivate you.

This experience organized by @Etnofood and @EspacioMezcal (Instagram) is unique because it is hosted by young members of a social enterprise focused on promoting mezcal culture. The hosts are children, volunteers, or members of the mezcal cooperative, all aiming to foster mezcal culture and encourage the consumption of local products. The experience is truly one-of-a-kind because, as hosts, we want to share the culture of mezcal through an immersive journey of flavors and knowledge, set in a specialized mezcal bar with a curated collection designed to enjoy mezcal as a unique beverage. For more information, visit our website: www.etnofood.org

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!

Discover the magic of chocolate in this unique experience! This is the shortest version of our experiences: in approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, you can taste up to 10 tastes and understand the process of making traditional Oaxacan chocolate and artisan chocolate. This experience is ideal if you don’t have much time or are more focused on knowing the cultural aspects of Oaxacan artisan chocolate. Your visit will be interesting and fun. We will introduce you to the basic information to understand the world of cocoa and chocolate, and in addition to the tests: – 100% Pure Cocoa – Bitter chocolate – Semi-bitter chocolate – Traditional chocolate – and other ingredients You can taste 1 to 2 drinks of your choice and learn how to prepare them at home in the traditional Oaxacan way.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Explore Monte Albán, a pre-Columbian archaeological site in Oaxaca, on this all-day guided tour. The ruins offer a glimpse into Zapotec and Mixtec culture. Also, visit an alebrije workshop to watch artisans carve and paint Mexican folk art sculptures and stop to see black clay ceramic pottery being produced. Plus, enjoy a buffet of traditional Oaxaca food (not included in the price). Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

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.