Top Oaxaca Classes & Workshops

Prepare, cook and enjoy the results of a variety of southern Mexican dishes during this 3.5-hour cooking class in Huatulco. Receive instructions (in English!) on how to make some of the region's most flavorful dishes and learn tips and techniques for recreating them at home. Once you're through whipping up a delightful meal with others, sit down and savor the fruits of your culinary creations. You'll receive a souvenir recipe book to take with you as well.

Wahaca Cooking Classes is the best way to get to know Huatulco with a native chef, you'll learn the history behind the ingredients, traditions and life in rural Mexico. This is more then learning to make a dish, it is a cultural immersion as well. You'll learn to make food to feed souls, by creating food that has been passed for generations.

Step beyond the typical mezcal tour and step into the living culture of Oaxaca. This small-group experience connects you directly with the people who grow and distill mezcal using artesanal methods passed down for generations. Taste rare agaves, share a traditional meal, and hear stories you won't find in guidebooks. No crowds — just authentic moments, genuine conversations, and unforgettable flavors. If you want more than tasting, if you want understanding, connection, and memories that last long after your trip ends, book now and live the experience mezcal from agave fields to glass, exactly as locals do.

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.

Mexican cuisine shouldn’t just be something you taste on your travels—take the most iconic dishes home with you by including this hands-on cooking class on your itinerary. You'll start with the all-important crafting of rum cocktails; then, you’ll don your apron and get to creating cochinita pibil (slow-roasted pork), corn cakes, radish salad, and more. Of course, once everything’s plated, you’ll sit down and relax over your home-cooked meal.

In this experience you will live an adventure full of flavor, tradition and fun around cocoa and chocolate. First you will know the fruit of cocoa and discover where the chocolate comes from. You will learn how it grows, its importance in Oaxaca and why it has been so special for generations. Then you will participate in the brewing process, starting with cocoa roasting, where you can see, smell and feel how the transformation of the bean begins. Later on, you will experience grinding, knowing the texture and aroma of freshly ground cocoa. Then the most fun part will come: create your own Oaxacan style chocolate, molding it and giving it your special touch. Finally, you will prepare a delicious traditional chocolate drink and enjoy the taste of your own creation. It is an experience designed especially for children, full of learning, culture and unforgettable moments.

Mezcal was medicine long before it was a drink. Sit down with a traditional Mixteca healer in the soothing setting of her private garden, and step into the hidden world of Mexican healing traditions, where mezcal is far more than a spirit. In this immersive sensory experience, you’ll learn how mezcal is used in traditional Mexican medicine and awaken your senses with four distinct herbal elixirs, handcrafted from native plants. Hold your chosen mezcal in your hands and notice what it awakens within you and how it feels in your body. Then your healer shares what it says about you. You’ll leave relaxed, with a deeper understanding of Oaxaca’s traditional medicine and mezcal’s cultural meaning, plus a feeling and memory you won’t find on any tour. Limited to 10 guests, so everyone is seen by the healer. Few places in the world offer this.

This experience is led by Laura, a yoga and sound healing guide whose voice is the main instrument. Through intuitive chanting, live sound healing, and mindful guidance, each session creates a deeply grounding and heart-opening experience. A unique offering in Puerto Escondido, focused on presence, authenticity, and emotional connection.

This is an intimate cultural immersion experience, unlike commercial tours, this tour is guided by the master mezcaleros themselves and their families, allowing you to know the secrets, histories and traditions behind the artisan production of Mezcal. Talk face to face with the family, understanding the physical effort, respect for the environment and love they impress on each batch with 100% traditional techniques, appreciating first hand the cooking process in earthen ovens, grinding with wooden mallets and distilling in clay pots. You will have unique batches of mezcal tasting with wild agave trials and exclusive harvests that are not marketed on a large scale, finding unique and unrepeatable flavors. With this activity, your money directly supports the economy of the community! - This tour is ideal for small groups. - Includes visits to 2 distilleries and local guide who speaks English and Spanish

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.

This is an interactive workshop where you will learn how to make one of the most popular ingredients in Oaxacan cuisine; Quesillo and Fresh Cheese. Learn step by step the production process through traditional techniques that have been part of Oaxacan cuisine for several generations, which you can replicate at home. You will discover culinary traditions through this workshop full of flavor and culture. This workshop includes materials and a full breakfast made of 100% organic ingredients. We have vegetarian breakfasts. Start from this magical experience and know the true production story of these traditional cheeses.

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

Journey into the heart of Oaxacan culture with a traditional cook, a UNESCO-recognized guardian of Mexican heritage. This tour empowers local families and honors the women preserving Mexico’s culinary legacy. Begin at the vibrant market in Teotitlán del Valle, selecting ingredients that bring ancestral recipes to life, before heading to our host’s home for a warm welcome with Oaxaca’s traditional bread and chocolate. Learn to prepare tamales and moles (green, red, black) using time-honored techniques on the metate and comal. After enjoying your creations with an artisanal mezcal tasting, visit a family-owned textile workshop where handmade rugs and modern products, like hats and bags, blend tradition with innovation. End this unique journey with a stop at the legendary Tule Tree, a living symbol of Oaxaca’s heritage.

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.

Discover the authentic flavors of the Oaxaca Isthmus in an interactive cooking class in Huatulco with Flavors of Mexico. Learn to prepare delicious seafood dishes and traditional recipes from the region, using fresh ingredients and ancient techniques. Guided by an expert, you will master the preparation of seafood toast, Isthmeño tamales and local sauces, highlighting the unique flavors of the Isthmus, with smoky, spicy and citrus notes. More than a class, it is a trip through the gastronomic culture of the Isthmus of Oaxaca, where you will know the history behind each dish and learn to select the best ingredients of the local market. We adapt the experience to different diets, including vegetarian options. Take with you not only recipes, but the true taste of Isthmian cuisine.

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.

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.

Unlike a typical cooking class, this experience takes place in a rural Chatino community where guests learn family recipes passed down through generations. Participants prepare Oaxacan red mole, handmade tortillas, and tamales using traditional techniques, then share the meal with local hosts while discovering the culture, traditions, and daily life of Oaxaca's coastal communities.

Passionate about food and travel, you can’t miss the opportunity to discover how this gastronomic tour demonstrates a unique way to explore Oaxaca and immerse yourself in it in a special way, being part of a unique and authentic culinary experience. With the help of a local host, you will discover the unique flavors of the immense Oaxacan cuisine and get to know the traditional ways of life of the area.

This experience weaves together art, local traditions, and a dash of mystery. You won’t just be a passive observer—you’ll actively create something beautiful to take home, enjoy a local ice cream stop that you won’t find in any guidebook, and discover a hidden bar where locals and visitors alike come to unwind. This is a journey into the heart of Oaxaca’s culture, creativity, and flavors, led by a knowledgeable local who is passionate about sharing the city’s best-kept secrets.

Indulge in a day designed to nourish body and soul on a 1-day wellness retreat in Mazunte. You’ll enjoy several different activities—including yoga, learning to give a water massage, and an art-and-craft session—surrounded by nature. Plus, you’ll enjoy an intimate atmosphere in a small group.

You will find this experience very useful to learn and/or improve your look at your photography through very useful tips that will help you have that inspiration and creativity to take photos while traveling but most importantly you will have fun and learn a lot along the way. Throughout our career as a photographer we have learned from great photographers/people and we would like to share with you what we have learned and what has helped us so much to improve my vision and photography, tips that we will share with you and we will practice as we get to know each other and we will tell you a little about Oaxaca and its beautiful streets and people. We are sure that at the end of the experience you will be left with an immense desire to continue taking pictures and applying these tips since your photography will have improvised to the point that you will feel the need to take pictures with these new techniques.

Lorenza is a traditional cook, who belongs to a group called "Cocineras Tradicionales de Oaxaca" (Oaxacan Traditional Cooks), she is an expert in Oaxacan food! Lorenza uses fresh, local and seasonal ingredients to cook traditional meals, using family recipes. Her goal is to share more about Oaxacan food, culture and culinary traditions with the world. Lorenza has been cooking for 20 plus years and is excited to share her passion and knowledge with all! Lorenza will explain the menu for the day and the dishes you will be cooking together, before start preparing an appetizer, soup and main dish. After your cooking class, sit down at the table to enjoy the food you helped cook. • Private cooking lesson in a rural farmhouse with an expert in Oaxacan food • Fresh, local and seasonal ingredients are used to cook a traditional meal, using family recipes • Hotel pick up and drop off is included • Introduction to Oaxacan food, culture and culinary traditions • Vegetarian options are available

If you prefer to see art in bustling streets rather than stuffy museums, you'll love Oaxaca and this half-day bike tour. In a small, intimate group you'll cycle around three city neighborhoods where you'll see colorful murals, posters, and stencil art by local artists. Visit workshops and learn about Oaxacan culture while seeing the sights and getting some exercise.