Top Central Mexico Cooking Classes

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

Learn how to make Mexican food and spend time in a local home with this private experience. Your host and instructor, Margarita, will show you how to make two or three traditional dishes, with vegetarian and gluten-free options available for those with special diets. Once you're done, you'll sit down to feast on your creations.

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.

You’ll transform simple dough into delicious Mexican bread. Join a local baker who will guide you step by step as you knead, shape, and bake your own creations. While the bread bakes, we’ll share the stories, traditions, and flavors that make bread a classic on every Mexican table. And of course, at the end, you’ll get to taste what you made with your own hands! A tasty, authentic experience — perfect for sharing, learning, and taking a little piece of Mexico with you.

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!

Come and fly over the majestic Teotihuacan Valley and see the land "where the gods were created." You have never seen a view as magnificent as one from the skies. If you are visiting Mexico City, you’re just 45 minutes away from a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This tour is the winner of the Top 10 Adrenaline Rush Experience in the world by Viator Fly with Volare, Mexico’s leading hot air balloon company with over 15 years of experience. Includes 30 to 50 minute flight in a shared balloon* Mexican breakfast at the balloon port after the flight Coffee break service before the flight Honor toast and diploma upon landing Round-trip transportation from Mexico City (optional)** Extra free time to visit the archeological site (optional)*** Notes In order to bring the best experience for all our passengers, we only fly once per day. Total duration: from 3 to 9 hours (subjected to round-trip transportation options). *Flight duration is subject to weather conditions. **Check the transportation service options available. ***Entrance fee and tour guide for the archeological site not included

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.

Get an authentic taste of Mexican cooking without leaving your home with this private online cooking class. Pick up the necessary ingredients in advance, then virtually meet your professional chef host who guides you through preparation and cooking. This personalized class suits your tastes and needs, making it ideal for date night, family night, or anyone wanting to develop cooking skills.

Immerse yourself in the art of distillation with this unique experience in Mexico City, where you will learn to create your own gin from scratch. For three hours, an expert will guide you through the brewing process, while enjoying snacks and cocktail trials made with your own creations. Take home a bottle of gin that you have distilled yourself, perfect for sharing with friends. An exclusive activity for over-18s, ideal for those looking for a new hobby or just enjoy a different afternoon in the city.

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.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of lucha libre and the art of crafting micheladas in this unique evening experience. Start at the cozy Ajeno bar, where you’ll mix your own micheladas, experimenting with local spices and flavors while learning about the rich history of Mexican wrestling. As dusk falls, head to Arena México, the heart of lucha libre, where the excitement is palpable. Feel the energy of the crowd as you witness the athleticism and theatricality of the masked wrestlers who embody Mexico's cultural spirit. This night is a celebration of tradition, flavor, and the stories that define a nation.

Learn to make authentic Mexican burritos from scratch! Start at Tacuba Market to handpick the freshest ingredients, then head to the kitchen to create flour tortillas in the traditional northern style. You'll cook and enjoy beans, brisket, and guacamole while sipping unlimited horchata. Take home fresh tortillas and recipes to try again. Alongside a hands-on cooking experience, you'll gain cooking skills and fun Mexican cultural insights. Multilingual sessions are available—perfect for everyone!

Enjoy a private and authentic cooking class in a local home with host Theresa who is originally from Jamaica and moved to Mexico City in 2013. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Your cooking class will take place in a local home kitchen where Theresa will teach you how to make 2-3 traditional Jamaican dishes from their family recipes. After cooking, you will enjoy your meal together in your hosts' apartment. • Private, hands-on Jamaican cooking class in Mexico City • Learn to cook 2 traditional Jamaican dishes using family recipes passed down through Theresa’s family • Immerse yourself in Jamaican culinary traditions and connect with local culture over food • Intimate home dining experience in Mexico City • Perfect for food lovers, ideal for anyone looking for a unique, cultural food experience in Mexico City

Learn all about Mexican cuisine during this comprehensive market tour and small-group cooking class in Mexico City. First, explore the famous Mercado Medellin in the Roma neighborhood to discover the history of Mexican food, before returning to your instructor’s home in La Condesa to cook a multi-course Mexican feast, including tamales, tortillas, mole, and salsas. Finally, you’ll get to devour your meal, along with Mexican beer, wine, mezcal, and soft drinks, plus dessert.