Top Guatemala Cooking Classes

Experience a unique adventure where our visitors enjoy an authentic Guatemalan cooking class alongside locals, learning traditional recipes in a real kitchen steeped in history, flavor, and culture. You can also enhance your visit with a special option: a jade carving class, where you'll create your own piece while discovering the ancestral significance of this precious material in Guatemala.

Pepian is one of Guatemala emblematic dishes, however on this cooking experience, you will learn how to make the Mayan San Antonio Aguas Calientes recipe: An explosion of flavors thanks to Mayan techniques. A unique experience you won’t see at any restaurant or cooking school.

As a veteran Chef I’ve had the pleasure of mastering several different cooking styles and how to blend many different flavors. My expertise utilizing variety and food fusion sets me apart. Booking my personal chef services allows you to experience authentic Garinagu and Belizean foods with a modern spin.

This tour offers an authentic taste of Guatemala’s vibrant culture and culinary traditions! From savoring local "antojitos" at a bustling market to crafting tortillas alongside a welcoming local family, you’ll gain a true understanding of daily life in Guatemala. With its unique blend of flavors, history, and hands-on learning, this experience is perfect for food lovers and curious travelers seeking unforgettable memories. Don’t miss this chance to connect deeply with Guatemala’s heart and soul!

Join a local family in a traditional village near Antigua and learn how to prepare authentic Guatemalan dishes using age-old techniques and locally sourced ingredients. Grind corn, seeds, and spices by hand using the ancient pedernal stone. Learn traditional Mayan cooking techniques and use heritage utensils. Enjoy dishes like Pepián, Jocón, Kak'ik, or a vegetarian option. Take the recipes and skills home to recreate the flavors yourself.

Enjoy the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation on this 9-hour day trip, ascending Pacaya Volcano and then soaking your muscles at Kawilal Hot Springs. Scale the 8,300-foot (2,500-meter) heights of Pacaya, one of the most active volcanoes in Guatemala. At the top, you’ll be able to peer down into the boiling lava of the crater and feel the earth’s rumble. Descend back down from the summit to enjoy an included lunch and soak in the thermal waters of Kawilal Hot Springs.

Participants are welcomed to their village in Chirijuyú, just 15 minutes from Antigua Guatemala, where we cook together using family recipes handed down for generations. Each dish is prepared from scratch with fresh ingredients and traditional techniques, including the use of clay pot and handmade tortillas. We only work with small groups of up to 12 people to offer a more personalized, closer and authentic experience. We also offer vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options with prior notice. The recipes are written in Spanish, English or French to help you understand the stages. The atmosphere is intimate, warm and familiar, ideal for travelers seeking a genuine cultural experience outside of mass tourism.

Our workshop is quite hands-on, with an introduction to various coffee brewing methods, tips and tricks to get the best out of your brew, step-by-step guide and demonstration, as well as the opportunity to taste our Guatemalan coffee that we are for. so famous.

With the help of a local person you will learn to identify different coffee profiles, where customers will test their taste buds, a dynamic activity and sharing

Taste Guatemala’s soul through a professional and personalized tasting of specialty coffee —set in an immersive space that celebrates ancestral culture through every flavor and story. ITZAM is #31 in the list of best coffeeshops of North, Central America and Caribean.

You'll know the sacrifice that coffee farmers make inside Guatemala, you'll be able to live the coffee with sense, not by focusing so much on a dot, but by enjoying the flavors of each cup, you'll be able to challenge your taste buds, you'll direct this activity to the coffee lovers

At El Alquimista, brunch is more than a meal — it’s an experience. We believe mornings should start with color, creativity, and a touch of magic. That’s why we craft unique dishes you won’t find anywhere else. From your vibrant, flavor-packed pancakes in playful colors to your whimsical mermaid-inspired smoothie bowls, every item is designed to delight both your taste buds and your imagination. We use fresh, high-quality ingredients and unexpected combinations to turn brunch into something truly unforgettable. Whether you’re snapping a photo or savoring each bite, your breakfasts are as joyful as they are delicious.

Embark on an exotic culinary adventure with this 5-hour small-group cooking class in Antigua, including hotel pick-up. Master expert techniques and local ingredients to create typical Guatemalan dishes like ‘hilachas’, tamales and ‘camote en dulce’, under the watchful eye of a professional chef. After tasting your creations over lunch, leave armed with recipes and cooking tips to help you recreate your favorite dishes back home.

Highlights: You will prepare a 100% Mayan cacao beverage from scratch A profesional tasting of 4 high quality Guatemalan single origin chocolates

Get to know one of the oldest cities in the Americas on this full-day tour from Guatemala City. Take in all the highlights of the colonial-era town, including the Jade Museum, La Merced Church, and the Arch of Santa Catalina, plus enjoy magnificent views from the hilltop Cerro de la Cruz. Along the way, tour a local coffee plantation and taste Guatemalan coffee.

Activity where you can learn about Guatemala cocoa, is a nice activity to do with the family, is highly recommended for children, older adults, where you can enjoy a fun and historic way , the importance of cocoa in Guatemala, you enjoy this activity very much.

This experience isn’t just about making candy; it’s a journey into the heart of Guatemalan culture. Guided by local cooks whose families have kept these sweet traditions alive for generations, you’ll gain insight into an art form rooted in history. Combining a tasting session, storytelling, and hands-on candy-making ensures an experience as enriching as it is delicious. Whether with kids or just curious about local traditions, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to connect with Guatemala’s vibrant culture in the sweetest way possible!

Step into the role of a true alchemist as you conjure your very own magical elixir at El Alquimista. Guided by an ancient manuscript and surrounded by mystical ambiance, you’ll mix enchanted ingredients, chant incantations (optional, but encouraged), and stir your bubbling cauldron to create the legendary Elixir of Euphoria — a dazzling, fruit-infused cocktail crafted with tequila, vodka, and a touch of enchantment. Watch as colors swirl, aromas rise, and your potion comes to life in a cauldron designed for two—perfect for sharing with a fellow spellcaster. Whether you’re a novice mage or a master of mixology, this hands-on experience is as whimsical as it is delicious. One cauldron serves two potions per sorcerer. Are you ready to stir up some magic? *Non-alcoholic option available for children and sober wizards.

Spend the day discovering the gorgeous Lake Atitlán, along with the picturesque villages that line its shore, during this 10-hour sightseeing excursion from Antigua. Take in breathtaking views of this mountain lake, its southern shore ringed by volcanoes, as you visit the town Panjachel and take a boat cruise to the hamlet of Santiago de Atitlán. This Lake Atitlán adventure finishes with time for browsing the handicraft stands and businesses along Panjachel’s Santander Street. Your tour also includes a guide and round-trip transportation from your Antigua hotel.

Curioser and curioser! Step through the enchanted doors of El Alquimista, Antigua’s fantasy café and potions bar, and find yourself in a tea party straight out of a storybook — where time forgets itself, flavors defy reason, and the unexpected is always on the menu. Surrounded by curious contraptions, and shelves stacked with potions, you’ll delight in a whimsical spread of sweet and savory bites, crafted to charm both magical minds and mortal tastebuds. Sip from a steaming teapot of enchanted herbal infusion, brewed with Guatemalan herbs and spices—each blend more curious than the last, and chosen to stir dreams, awaken laughter, or calm the Queen of Hearts herself! So put on your finest hat (mad or not), bring your most peculiar friends, and prepare to sip, nibble, and giggle your way through an afternoon of wonder! Experience includes: -Two brownies with ice cream or an assortment of enchanted treats -Tartines of your choosing -A teapot with a tea/infusion/coffee

Traveling is more than visiting places: it’s about connecting and being transformed. More than a tour, it’s a day of shared creativity, nature, friendship and the living traditions of Mayan communities, experienced from a place of respect and presence. Ideal for slow travelers, groups of friends or solo travelers.

Discover the beauty of Lake Atitlán and its Mayan towns on a morning tour that begins with a drive through the region's impressive views. Stop in Tecpán Chimaltenango to enjoy delicious traditional Guatemalan food. Upon arriving in Atitlán, take a private boat to your choice between San Juan la Laguna, known for its textile, chocolate, coffee, and honey tours, or San Pedro la Laguna, famous for its viewpoints offering stunning views of the lake. Morning tour to the beautiful Lake Atitlán - Option to visit San Juan la Laguna or San Pedro la Laguna - Savor the traditional food in Tecpán Chimaltenango - Private boat transport included, entrance to places and local "tuk-tuk" transport not included