Top Central Mexico Classes & Workshops

Learn the basics of salsa dancing or take your skills to the next level during a small-group evening class in Mexico City. No previous experience or partner is necessary for this fun and laid-back workshop. Afterward the class, you’ll have the confidence to hit the dance floor at one of Mexico City’s clubs and the salsa know-how to impress your friends back home.

What makes this experience stand out is the real attention to detail and the traveler experience. It’s not just a trajinera ride, it’s an all-inclusive experience carefully designed for you to enjoy, relax and feel attentive at all times. Our tour is designed to create connection, laughter and a fun and competitive atmosphere, always accompanied by excellent quality drinks, traditional food included accompanied by a shot of pulque and a final tasting of mezcal that closes the experience in a special way. We constantly work on innovating and improving, looking for new dynamics, details and surprises that make each tour unique. Many customers return, and that motivates us to always offer something new and something more. Here we take care of every moment so that you leave happy, with the feeling that the value of the experience is noticeable in everything you receive. You don’t just come for a drink, you come to live an authentic and memorable experience in Xochimilco.

Mexican food is popular across the globe, but there’s nothing like trying authentic dishes in their place of origin. But rather than just eating local favorites, master them during a cooking class that lets you take home new skills and recipes to share with family and friends. You’ll go beyond tacos to create traditional dishes that you might otherwise miss.

I learned to cook where the best Mexican cooks learn: next to my grandmother. I haven't stopped since. I have degrees in bakery and pastries from the Cloister of Sister Joan, and I just finished studying gastronomy, and together with my mom we have a cafeteria in the city. The kitchen is not my job, it's my world. I have been creating gastronomic experiences for travelers from all over the world for more than a year, and what matters most to me is not that you learn a recipe, but that when you finish you feel that in Mexico you will always have a friend. Each experience is different because each person is different. Welcome to Mexico:)

Learn to prepare classic Mexican dishes alongside a professional chef with this cooking class in Mexico City's Roma Norte neighborhood. Shop for ingredients at a local market, and then head to a private cooking studio to prepare your 4-course menu with appetizers, mains, and dessert. This tour also includes a tasting of agua fresca and your choice of alcoholic beverage to complement your meal.

Get hands-on experience making authentic Mexican churros in this small-group master class, led by a local pastry chef. Perfect for all ages, this half-day session teaches traditional techniques for dough prep and frying, reveals the secrets of Mexican ganache, and lets you enjoy your creations with a cup of homebrewed coffee or another hot drink.

Rather than just returning home with memories of Mexican food, learn to cook local dishes yourself during a cooking class that includes cocktails. Ideal for first-time visitors seeking a hands-on cultural experience, this class promises to equip you with the skills needed to create classic Mexican dishes while providing insight into the culture of Mexico’s capital.

The chocolate workshop in the Zócalo transports you to the world of chocolate with the help of our professional chocolatiers. With their guidance and experience, they'll guide you step by step through the process of making your own chocolate bars, lollipops, and other specialty chocolates. Sign up now for the chocolate workshop in the Zócalo and discover our chocolate museum in the heart of the city!

Master the art of preparing authentic Mexican salsa during an immersive cooking class in the country's capital city. Led by resident cooks, the hands-on cooking class is a great opportunity to experience the local culinary culture with Mexico City locals. Begin with a visit to the bustling Tacuba Market to gather fresh ingredients for your sauces. With the help of your epicurean host, learn how to prepare raw, fried, boiled, and roasted salsas.

Nuanced and complex, traditional Mexican salsas define the cuisine and add a flavorful punch to any dish. During this hands-on, small-group cooking class, perfect for visiting food lovers, you can prepare and taste up to 10 different salsas, all paired with tacos and other appetizers. Plus, learn the secret ingredients behind each one—and discover how locals shop—when you go on a market tour.

Our "Mezcaliers" carefully select the artisanal mezcals they bring to offer a unique mezcal tasting. In addition to learning how to enjoy mezcal, you'll also learn about three different mezcals, each of which is in limited and highly sought-after production; bottles you won't be able to find anywhere else.

Discover the art of making the perfect margarita, guacamole, and tortilla—all integral parts of Mexican cuisine—during this small-group cooking class in Mexico City. Learn to create, and taste, these delicious treats during a hands-on cooking class that’s ideal for food lovers. The making of each dish has no more than a few steps, meaning that even inexperienced cooks will be able to enjoy this class.

Experience the vibrant nightlife of Mexico City with a 3-hour salsa night tour. Be transported to one of the city's premier hot spots, inspired by Cuba and boasting live orchestras. Join people from all around the world in a lesson that pairs educational instruction with playful enjoyment. Give yourself permission to be whisked away on the dance floor while enjoying a complimentary mojito.

Fresh ingredients, everything from scratch, flavors of our traditional Mexico; everything is set and carefully hand-picked for you to enjoy and live an authentic cultural and gastronomical immersion to the deepest traditions and roots of our ancient Mexican cuisine. Our gastro-cultural experience starts off with a brief introduction to the essential flavors and ingredients of Mexican cuisine at the market. Then, in an ambiance full of joy, music and laughter, we will prepare a full menu with sides, salsa and agua fresca The preparation of tortillas and quesadillas is from scratch, as well as quesadillas, for which we always use artisanal cheese. By the end of the class, we sit down in one table to share the food we just prepared and the experience itself! Mi casa es tu casa, you are always welcome!

Take an authentic, private cooking class in the colonial neighborhood of San Ángel. Step into the home kitchen of Lucía, a talented cook with a graduate degree in Mexican culinary history. With Lucía’s guiding hand, use fresh, local ingredients to prepare a seasonal menu of dishes like chiles en nogada (meat-filled poblano chilis in a walnut cream sauce) and traditional moles (savory meat dishes cooked in spice and chili sauce). Enjoy your meal in Lucía’s lovely home garden.

Immerse yourself in Mexican culture with this hands-on cooking experience! Start your day with a traditional breakfast in vibrant Coyoacán, then shop for fresh ingredients at a local market with a professional chef. At the chef's home, learn to prepare a full Mexican menu of your choice—appetizer, starter, main course, dessert, and drink. Enjoy a mezcal tasting featuring three distinct varieties before savoring your culinary creations. Connect with locals and gain authentic insight into Mexican traditions in this unforgettable experience.

Our fun and interactive tour combines education and adventure, where the family can learn about the rich history and ecosystem of Xochimilco, discover the fascinating world of axolotls, and develop their creativity through hands-on activities and games.

Enjoy a more personal culinary experience than most other visitors to Mexico City get on this private, half-day tour. First, explore a local market with your host, Margarita, and pick up ingredients. Once back in her home, get to work: Together, cook delights such as tortilla or black bean soup, salsa-stuffed chicken breast, and dulce de leche crepes. Pick from plenty of options, including vegetarian and gluten-free dishes.

Immerse yourself in the delightful art of making authentic Mexican churros paired with rich chocolate ganache. This hands-on culinary experience invites food enthusiasts to explore the history and tradition behind one of Mexico's favorite treats. Guided by a knowledgeable instructor, participants will learn essential techniques and secrets to creating these sweet, crispy delights. Ideal for both seasoned chefs and sweet-toothed novices, this class offers a unique opportunity to connect with local culture and savor the flavors of Mexico.

Experience Mexico City like a local on a small-group walking tour that helps you navigate bustling markets for a traditional taste of life in the capital. Shop at off-the-beaten-path markets, taste tacos, tamales, and more, and learn salsa making from a local family business. Plus, take away tips on the best places to eat.

Combine two of Mexico’s greatest culinary inventions—mezcal and tacos—on a tour of one of Mexico City's most fascinating neighborhoods. Soak up the electric evening atmosphere as you taste traditional mezcal with an expert, then visit four taquerias for very different takes on the classic dish. Overcome the language barrier and take away a wealth of foodie tips.

Navigate the iconic canals of Xochimilco in a colorful trajinera while enjoying a unique celebration. Unlimited tequila, cold beer and more drinks await, plus authentic flavors that will surprise your palate. Immerse yourself in Mexican culture with traditional games, gastronomic surprises and a special Mexican-style mezcal tasting, accompanied by unique ingredients. The fun doesn’t end here: you’ll receive your photos to relive this unforgettable experience. And there's more... Every detail of this tour is designed for you to live the essence of Xochimilco: from small souvenirs to unexpected moments that we will not reveal yet. This tour, created by two local hosts passionate about their culture and party, is the perfect plan to connect, enjoy and discover the true essence of Mexico. Ready for an adventure that combines flavors, music and tradition? Book now and live the magic of Xochimilco!

What makes this experience unique is the depth of storytelling and the quality of the mezcal you will taste. Hosted in an intimate artisanal mezcal bar in Mexico City, this tasting goes beyond simply drinking mezcal. Guests are guided through the history, culture, and traditional production methods of this ancestral spirit while tasting six carefully selected artisanal mezcals from Oaxaca. Each mezcal represents a different agave species, allowing travelers to discover the remarkable diversity of flavors that mezcal can offer. With visual content, expert guidance, and a relaxed small-group setting, this experience provides a deeper understanding of Mexico’s most iconic spirit and the traditions behind it.