Top Mexico Cooking Classes

Delve into the rich history of chocolate with Cacao Magico's engaging classes in Puerto Vallarta. Choose from three unique sessions tailored to your interests. The Chocolate Expert, where you’ll explore chocolate tasting and tempering in a 90-minute journey. The Chocolate Lover, a one-hour adventure crafting delightful treats, or The Chocolate Express for a brief but sweet overview. Perfect for both adults and children, these interactive classes offer a creative experience in chocolate-making that promises fun and learning for everyone. Unleash your inner chocolatier and take home delicious goodies to savor.

I open the doors of my home to share a family tradition. You’ll learn to prepare mole poblano with a recipe inherited from generations, while enjoying music, gastronomy and histories of Mexican culture. In the end you will get a real itacate.

Travel back in time to the time of the Zapotecs in a tasting of artisanal and ancestral mezcal. Learn more about this ancient drink, its elaboration processes and designations of origin Learn about the artisanal and ancestral distillation processes of mezcal. Live an authentic unique educational and sensory experience.

This hands-on cooking class takes place at Bonita, a local restaurant in Tulum, where guests learn to prepare traditional Mexican recipes in an authentic culinary setting. Participants make guacamole, salsas, ceviche, handmade tortillas, sopes, tacos, and margaritas while learning techniques used in everyday Mexican cooking. The experience combines cooking, local flavors, and a shared meal in a small-group environment.

Join a delightful chocolate-making class in Puerto Vallarta, where learning about Mexican history meets the art of chocolate. Choose from three engaging sessions: The Chocolate Expert offers a 90-minute deep dive into chocolate tasting and tempering, while The Chocolate Lover includes a fun 60-minute experience crafting sweet treats. For a quick chocolate fix, try The Chocolate Express, a 30-minute overview of the chocolate-making process. Perfect for kids aged 5 and up, these classes are both fun and educational, ensuring a memorable experience for budding chocolatiers and chocolate enthusiasts alike.

With the help of your expert mixologist host, you will learn about the history, flavors, and production process of some of Mexico's most interesting mezcals and tequilas. What makes this activity even more unique? You'll get to learn and taste while surrounded by history and centuries old cantera archways in one of Morelia's most beautiful spaces, with tales of some of Morelia's revolutionary history.

Lorenza is a traditional cook, who belongs to a group called "Cocineras Tradicionales de Oaxaca" (Oaxacan Traditional Cooks), she is an expert in Oaxacan food! Lorenza uses fresh, local and seasonal ingredients to cook traditional meals, using family recipes. Her goal is to share more about Oaxacan food, culture and culinary traditions with the world. Lorenza has been cooking for 20 plus years and is excited to share her passion and knowledge with all! Lorenza will explain the menu for the day and the dishes you will be cooking together, before start preparing an appetizer, soup and main dish. After your cooking class, sit down at the table to enjoy the food you helped cook. • Private cooking lesson in a rural farmhouse with an expert in Oaxacan food • Fresh, local and seasonal ingredients are used to cook a traditional meal, using family recipes • Hotel pick up and drop off is included • Introduction to Oaxacan food, culture and culinary traditions • Vegetarian options are available

The special thing about this activity is that you will not only observe the tradition of the Day of the Dead, you will live it! This tour combines history, art, culture and gastronomy in one experience. You will walk through the streets of the historic center of Puebla discovering authentic altars inside colonial houses and museums, with explanations full of symbolism and emotion. But what really makes it unique is that at the end of the tour, you can put your hands in the dough and make your own puffed dead bread, a traditional recipe from Poblano, in a real bakery. It is an immersive, emotional and delicious activity that connects with the deepest of our roots. Ideal for travelers who want more than just a visit: a complete cultural experience.

With a professional mixologist, discover the art of cocktail making through a hands-on experience. Learn essential mixology techniques, work with quality ingredients, and prepare your own cocktails using professional bar tools and equipment. You’ll also learn how to properly use each tool, balance flavors, and apply techniques such as shaking, stirring, straining, and garnishing while enjoying a fun and interactive experience.

Gastronomy and cultural tour with a passport in which each establishment stamps, at the entrance you will meet an administration person to give them their passports and 100 with a guided tour of mezcal to continue with the gastronomic experience, at the end of the tours will have a 10% discount on purchases for crafts, art, jewelry and clothing.

With the help of your guide you will have a hands-on experience of the Mexican cuisine with a local family while you learn more about Norteno culture and enjoy delicious and different flavors to the rest of Mexico.

Hi! I’m Paola, a certified Master Distiller and a passionate promoter of Mexican liquid heritage. I’ve spent years traveling to remote villages o track down the finest small-batch, independent distillates & liquors. For me, Whiskey & Gin is not just a drink; it’s a sacred ritual, a family legacy, and a sensory journey. My goal is to bridge the gap between rural master distillers and curious travelers, breaking down the myths in a cozy, relaxed, and welcoming environment.

You'll discover local spirits through a spirits expert and professional bartender who has personal connections to the people making them and, in many cases, has visited the distillery and witnessed the production firsthand.

Unplug from your week with an authentic Japanese tea ceremony led by a trained expert in Urasenke Chanoyu. Each ceremony is a unique blend of mindfulness and culture, fostering a space of unity and reflection for all. Guests will enjoy the serene preparation of matcha, a traditional Japanese sweet, and an introduction to the fascinating history and philosophy behind this traditional art. Our hope is all attendees leave with tranquility that lingers as an unforgettable experience.

Create your own chocolate bars with the help of our chocolatier. Put on your apron for an hour and make delicious chocolate bars and bars with a wide variety of toppings. At the end of the workshop, you will be able to enter the museum and enjoy the audio-guided tour. The Chocolate Bar Workshop lasts between 45 and 60 minutes. Professional materials are provided. The museum tour follows the workshop. This workshop is open to adults and children ages 7 and older. Children ages 7 to 12 must be accompanied by an adult with a valid workshop ticket.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Mexico on the Beach Taco Tour in Puerto Morelos. This culinary adventure showcases authentic Mexican cuisine as you sample freshly prepared tacos at three distinct taco stations, each reflecting local traditions and recipes. Enjoy a guided walking tour through the village, visit the charming “Mi Pueblito,” and savor artisan ice cream. Conclude with a traditional tequila tasting to deepen your cultural experience. Ideal for food enthusiasts and cultural explorers alike, this tour promises an engaging and memorable day. - Taste authentic tacos at three different taco stations - Explore Puerto Morelos with a guided walking tour - Indulge in artisan ice cream and partake in a tequila tasting - Enjoy convenient round-trip transportation and a small group setting

The host will introduce you and you will taste flavors of Mexican beers, you will try 100% artisanal beers, some flavors are unique as they may be limited editions that will surprise you, he will explain a little about each style, you will enjoy the sea breeze while eating a delicious Mexican-style guacamole, in addition to a shot of the house tequila. Once the tasting is over, you can access the beach and have facilities such as showers and bathrooms. You will have free time to enjoy the Caribbean coast.

This is not a typical mezcal tasting. Led by actual distillery owners from Oaxaca, you'll learn about mezcal directly from the people involved in its production. You bring authentic mezcal from Oaxaca and share firsthand knowledge of the entire process, from agave cultivation and harvesting to distillation and tasting. With four carefully selected mezcals, traditional snacks, and real stories from the heart of mezcal country, this experience offers a deeper and more authentic understanding of Mexico's most iconic spirit.

Discover a different matcha experience in the heart of Valle de Guadalupe. This practical workshop is held in the gardens of Aires de Lavender, surrounded by nature and views of the countryside. Learn the right matcha whipping technique, prepare compote with seasonal fruit and create a creamy lather. Then make your own personalized drink with compote, milk, matcha and foam. The experience includes welcome tea, all ingredients and utensils, step-by-step guide and a dessert to enjoy alongside your matcha. It is a relaxed, sensory activity suitable for beginners that combines learning, artisan flavors and one of the most special spaces of the Wine Route.

Get into the fascinating world of Mexican gastronomy with the Workshop on Nixtamalization and Handmade Tortilla Making. Learn about corn varieties and the ancestral process of nixtamalization while grinding corn into a metate, a technique that has been part of Mexican culture for centuries. Each participant will make their own artisan tortilla, enjoying at the end a refreshing corn water and a delicious ice cream tasting. This practical and educational experience highlights the importance of maize in Mexican identity, perfect for those who seek to connect with the country’s rich culinary heritage.

Planning a trip to Mexico City can feel overwhelming. In this Zoom session, I’ll help you design a personalized Mexico City itinerary based on the kind of experiences you’re looking for.

Join us on a unique tasting experience for an elevated taste of the real Mexico! We open our tasting room space to share some of our favorite curated selection of craft vodka & rum from small independent producers. During our 1.5 hours tasting, you’ll learn all about what sets vodka and rum apart and explore different flavours. Refreshments and suggested pairings will be offered during the tasting. Our goal is to introduce guests to Mexico’s distillates in an intimate and relaxed space and share the culture with new people. The tasting includes only 100% additive-free, from family-owned brands who maintain sustainable practices.

Shake, sip and discover the bold, vibrant flavors of Mexico with Tropical Vibes. Join us for a fun, hands-on cocktail experience where you'll learn how to make some of Mexico's most iconic cocktails while discovering the ingredients, flavors and traditions behind them. This isn't a class where you sit back and watch. You'll be behind the bar with us, mixing, muddling, shaking, tasting and creating your own cocktails. You'll get to explore the flavors that make Mexican cocktails so unique, from smoky mezcal and bright Mexican lime to sweet agave, tart hibiscus, juicy tropical fruits, tamarind, chile, Tajín and fresh herbs. You'll taste the ingredients on their own, discover how they work together, and learn how to balance smoky, sweet, spicy and citrusy flavors to create a great cocktail. Throughout the experience, you'll make several different cocktails, with plenty of opportunities to experiment, get creative

Have you ever seen a kitchen with six different stoves? Here we have it, and you and your partner, family and friends, can use it! Amazing, isn't it? The best way to enjoy a culinary experience is by having all the guests cook at the same time, and we make that happen! It’s a wonderful opportunity to have fun, learn from one another, and share culinary tips while also benefiting from the main chef's suggestions. A lovely garden atmosphere completes the experience! Transportation from/to downtown Playa del Carmen is included too, from an official meeting point, avoiding you to get public transport.