Top Mexico Classes & Workshops

This class is led by Oswaldo, a Oaxacan chef who trained deeply in his region's traditional cooking and even wrote a book about Oaxacan bread. You won't just watch from the sidelines you'll make the mole yourself, make tortillas on the comal, put together memelas and tamales, and along the way we'll talk about why each ingredient and technique matters. At the end, we share the food, drinks, and you take the recipes home with you.

Receive a hands-on class in regional Mexican cooking during this chef-led garden-to-table workshop at a local restaurant. Hear his comments on Mexican cuisine as you tour the on-site vegetable and herb garden, then head into the kitchen to learn how to prepare four tasty dishes. The workshops include a welcome cocktail and an after-class meal.

Use traditional techniques to prepare a 4-course Mexican menu at a cooking class in Cancun that begins in a local market and ends with a feast. You’ll learn the building blocks of Mexican cooking as you browse fresh ingredients at the market, then find out how to use a stone mortar, griddle, and clay pots to cook four flavorful dishes.

Created and hosted by the founders of Tierra Mojada, The Mayan Cacao Ritual is an intimate adults-only experience limited to four guests. Every session is personally hosted, creating a personalized journey where you don’t just taste chocolate; you make it yourself. Grind. Discover. Craft. Taste. Your journey begins with cacao beans and a traditional volcanic stone metate. Grind the cacao by hand and transform it into a cacao paste, then use it to craft your own artisan truffles with premium seeds, nuts, and more. Next, indulge in single-origin chocolate fondue paired with traditional Mexican sweets and chili mango. Finish with a chocolate pairing featuring premium Tequila, Mezcal, Wine, and Coffee Liqueur, discovering how different flavors reveal new dimensions in our single-origin chocolate. Prefer an alcohol-free option? Enjoy our cold-brew tea pairing. You'll leave with your own handcrafted truffles, unforgettable memories, and a story to share long after your cruise has ended.

Meet Chef Alma and begin your Cooking experience. This hands-on cooking takes place in the family home of Chef Alma. Chef Alma will share with you the best of her own family recipes, as well as the finest of the traditional Mexican dishes. Join us for a Mexican food cooking class; and delight yourself with the best of the Mexican flavors. You will hand make your own corn tortillas, learn cooking techniques and you will indulge yourself into the delicious and more representative dishes of the Mexican cuisine. And the best of all: you eat what you cook during the class. All this in authentic "Mi Casa es su Casa" atmosphere

Enjoy a hands-on cooking lesson on the Mexican culinary arts during this class in Mexico City. Led by a local chef, this class begins at a local market for a broad overview of local cuisine before heading to the kitchen. Then, dive into tips and techniques for making authentic Mexican dishes using fresh ingredients from the market. Choose between a morning and evening lesson.

Discover the nuances of traditional Mexican cooking during this immersive workshop in the heart of Cozumel. Join a small group and visit a traditional market to gather ingredients for your day. Then, learn to make several traditional dishes, from snacks to appetizers to main dishes. After, sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labor along with an array of drinks.

An intimate experience, to discover Mexico through its gastronomy. As a chef, I share recipes of my own authorship, reinterpreting Mexican techniques from a contemporary perspective, using local and seasonal products. The travelers actively participate in the entire process: from mise en place to cooking and plating.

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.

Prepare an authentic Mexican meal from start to finish during this half-day cooking class in Cabo San Lucas. Choose from menus that change each day of the week, shop for fresh ingredients at a local market, then cook alongside a local chef as you learn the techniques and recipes of Mexican cuisine. This cooking class includes a hearty lunch with beverages after.

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.

I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT: IT IS NOT A RESTAURANT, I DO NOT CONSIDER MYSELF A CHEF I am Minerva Lopez and I am a traditional cook from Oaxaca and I have more than 40 years of experience in pre-Hispanic and traditional cooking. I invite you to spend a day at my house, with my family, my culture, it is an authentic experience where you will learn to cook as I learned, as if it were with mom! Our groups are small which makes for an intimate, family experience The market that we visited is the largest in Oaxaca and it is not touristic, where the locals go to buy our fresh and organic ingredients, here it is possible to adapt our menu to your tastes There are vegan, vegetarian and meat lovers options. At home away from the city in a small town, our outdoor wood stove is the best place to cook. Everything we will eat is prepared at home MORE THAN A CLASS IS A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE OF FLAVORS AND KNOWLEDGE

Unlike other places, we offer high-quality alcohol for our open bar, truly unlimited for the entire duration of your visit. Our beach club is the most famous in Mahahual, and you won’t find a better value for quality anywhere else. Our food comes highly recommended across all review sites, with a wide variety of options, including many vegan choices. Our service is top-notch, ensuring you have the best experience possible.

When your cruise ship docks at the port of Casa Maya, don't waste time waiting for buses or haggling with taxis. Instead, maximize limited time on a shore excursion to the ancient Mayan city of Chacchoben. Learn more about the archaeological site with a guide as you admire relics that were only discovered in the late 20th century. Round-trip transport from the port in an air-conditioned minivan is included so you don't need to worry about getting back in time.

More than a cooking class, this is Gaby’s Signature Cultural & Culinary Experience, guided by Chef Julio, a native Puerto Vallarta chef. Discover the city through its food, history and traditions as you explore local streets and visit a market to learn about fresh Mexican ingredients. Then return to Gaby’s in our Van then cooking in our open-air rooftop kitchen, with city and Pacific Ocean views, for a hands-on cooking experience using family recipes passed down through generations. Come hungry! You’ll prepare and enjoy a generous Mexican feast, learn authentic techniques, make unforgettable memories, and finish with a traditional Tequila tasting. - Guided cultural walk through Downtown Puerto Vallarta. - Traditional local market visit. - Hands-on cooking with Chef Julio. - Open-air rooftop kitchen with city and ocean views. - Generous Mexican feast to enjoy together. - Traditional Tequila tasting. - Digital recipe booklet included. - Located in Historic Downtown Puerto Vallarta.

You are invited into a Zapotec family home where weaving is part of everyday life. At Casa de los Angeles, this experience is a personal cultural exchange guided by a native artisan who carries forward traditions learned from his elders. This is not a staged demonstration, but a living practice rooted in community, identity, and ancestral knowledge. You will learn about natural fibers, cochineal, and plant-based dyes prepared using traditional techniques. Working on a traditional loom, you will experience the rhythm and symbolism woven into each textile while creating your own small piece. The experience concludes with a homemade meal prepared with local ingredients — an opportunity to share stories, conversation, and a deeper understanding of Zapotec culture in an intimate and respectful setting.

Discover the tastes and textures of Oaxaca during a cooking workshop right in the heart of the city. Join a small group and visit a local market to gather ingredients for your class. There's no set menu, so the group can select which traditional dishes to make. Learn about the origins of each dish and several techniques during your hands-on class. Your tour end with the delicious meal that you've created.

Feast your senses on the explosive flavours of Mexican cuisine during a cooking class and market tour in San Jose del Cabo. Exploring a local market with your guide allows you to overcome the language barrier and discover ingredients you might otherwise miss, while a small group limited to six people ensures that you’ll receive the personalized attention of your chef guide as you create classic Mexican dishes.

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.

Walking through the historic district of San Miguel de Allende is a great way to discover this town’s beautiful hidden enclaves and must-see attractions alike. This private San Miguel walking tour introduces you to the city’s charms with unparalleled personal attention. Chat with your guide about everyday life in the city and ask unlimited questions as you head to top sights such as the central square, important churches, and historical monuments.

This hands-on small-group cooking class in Cancun teaches you how to prepare nine traditional dishes, including burritos, tacos, and quesadillas. Prepare a full meal with appetizer, main dish, and dessert, then enjoy your creations with unlimited drinks in a local home setting. Learn about Mexican culture and cooking in an immersive, fun experience in about 3 hours.

Join this private cooking class, taught by a professional chef, to learn about the culinary history of Mexico as well as cooking tips and techniques while making delicious and authentic Mexican recipes. We'll start with "Sopa de Tortilla" and a Veracruz-style Snapper filet cooked in a banana leaf, followed by a beloved Mexican dessert, Buñuelos (Mexican fritters served with a syrup sauce.) Everything we cook, we'll eat together, too. Requests are accepted for a unique gastronomic experience tailored to you!

Taste Cancun’s top tacos and enjoy cold Mexican beer on this 3-hour small-group tour. Visit four local taco spots, skip the lines, and learn the stories behind each recipe. Includes drinks, churros, and optional hotel pickup. Vegetarian options available.