Top Oaxaca Food & Drink Classes - page 2

Visit Mitla, Tule, and Hierve del Agua in a single day on this multi-stop tour from Oaxaca. With round-trip transportation provided, it’s easy to move between the different sites and there’s no need to rent a car. Learn about the Zapotec people at the Mitla archaeological site, see a 2000-year-old tree at Tule, and swim in the natural pools at Hiever del Agua. Get the most out of your visit to the region through guided commentary on the local people, culture, and history.

If you are in Oaxaca you have to try and get to know Mezcal! Our multisensory experience is the most complete in the city, since you will try at least 6 mezcals, you will learn stories, new friends in the city and at the end of the session you will be able to become a Mixologist and prepare your own Mezcal Cocktail! In this experience you can taste artisanal or ancestral mezcals of excellent quality. Let us guide you through the flavors and aromas of mezcal. Meet our team and receive the best recommendations for the city and its surroundings.

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.

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.

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.

Book this small group tour led by a professional sommelier, who will take you through Oaxaca’s mezcal and mole scene. All the mezcal and mole you try will come from single families, so you really get a local feel for the area. You’ll keep costs down with this small group tour, but still have an intimate feel, since the max per group is just six guests.

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.

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.

From the mountaintop pyramids of Monte Alban to the Cuilapam Convent on the valley floor, learn all about the rich history of the Oaxaca Valley. This tour packs in four top destinations into one day. Discover the Zapotec pyramids and excavated ruins of UNESCO-listed Monte Alban, admire the mystical woodcarvings of San Antonio Arrazola, and meet resident artisans in San Bartolo Coyotepec, a town known for its beautiful black pottery.

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.

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.

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.

Venture beyond Oaxaca city to explore ancient ruins, scenery, and culture—covering multiple top sites in just one day. A dedicated driver lets you cover more ground than you could on your own, with time to swim, shop for textiles, sip artisanal mezcal, and stand in the shade of the famed Tule Tree. And with a local guide to share insights, you’ll soak up fascinating culture at every stop.

Learn all about Zapotec culture while you make tortillas in a local’s home on this private tour in Oaxaca. Your local Zapotec guide will collect you, then take you to the family home. Try a breakfast of bread and chocolate, and then get ready to learn all about the tortilla making process. You’ll finish the tour with a hearty lunch before being returned to your hotel.

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.

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.

Learn about fishing techniques, types of seafood, and ways to prepare dishes during this half-day interactive cooking class in the coastal town of Huatulco. Prepare Baja-style fish tacos, ceviche, and more, as well as hear about the history of fishing in the area and the significance of the ocean and rivers to the community.

Whether you’re a mezcal-lover or you want to try the Mexican spirit, this tasting workshop is sure to teach you something new. Learn about the process of making mezcal and how it differs from its more famous cousin, tequila. Then, enjoy tastings of several exotic mezcals such as a 12-year aged mezcal and even a scorpion-infused one.

In the workshop, the master chocolatier of three generations becomes a true cocoa alchemist. The secrets transmitted from grandmothers to mothers and from mothers to sons flow in the workshop. the magical character of this workshop is its vision. The true magic, however, lies in his collaborative project with the cacao growers of Oaxaca. Together, they weave a fabric of flavors and sustainability, connecting the past and future of Mexican cocoa in a symphony of sweetness and commitment. Here you will learn how to make your chocolate. At the end, you will taste your chocolates and the various expressions they can find

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 several generations within Oaxacan cuisine, which you can replicate at home. You will discover our culinary traditions through this workshop full of flavor and culture. This workshop includes materials and a complete breakfast made from 100% organic ingredients. We have vegetarian breakfasts. Be part of this magical experience and learn the true history of the production of these traditional cheeses.

This class is an interactive and hands-on cooking class where everyone participate to make the meals and learn about traditional food. So expect to learn some hands on tips and tricks and have a lot of fun! It is not only a cooking class. It is also a great way to immerse and learn about the culture, practice your Spanish, connect with other travelers and visit a home of a family. We want our guests to have a great time and feel welcome. You will learn about the culture, traditions and local gastronomy. Most meals can be adapted to vegetarian or vegan options and gluten free with advance notice.  Receive instructions in English or Spanish.

Skip eating at a crowded restaurant, and book this Mexican Cooking Class with a Tehuana in Oaxaca City for a unique experience you won’t soon forget. Go to the local market with your instructor—a Tehuana—and pick out fresh ingredients to cook with. Then, head back to your instructor’s home to learn to cook a traditional meal and learn about Tehuanas' culture. Afterward, enjoy what you’ve made with mezcal cocktails.

Immerse yourself in an authentic experience around traditional Oaxacan cocoa and chocolate, guided by a native Oaxaca chocolatier with deep ancestral knowledge. In this practical workshop you will learn about the cultural origin of cocoa, its historical relevance in Mexico and the artisan process that transforms the bean into chocolate, as it has been done for generations. Throughout the experience, you will work directly with cocoa beans: you will learn to roast, hull, grind and refine cocoa, while discovering its unique aromas, textures and flavors. The workshop places special emphasis on Oaxacan traditions and the cultural value of chocolate as food, ritual and living heritage. To close the experience, you will make your own Oaxacan chocolate bar, molded and packed by you, which you can take with you as a memory of genuine, sensory and deeply connected learning with the earth and its people.