Top Cusco Cooking Classes

Learn to prepare high-end Peruvian cuisine from market to table alongside a professional chef with this Peruvian cooking class. After shopping at a local market with a food-loving guide, head to a colonial-style home to prepare a 3-course lunch or dinner which could feature classic items such as ceviche, Pisco sours, and quinoa cooked to perfection. Polish off your meal with fresh fruits and local coffee.

Peru is often hailed as the culinary capital of Latin America, so there’s no better place to take a cooking class than Cusco. Rather than simply eating in a restaurant, this hands-on food workshop equips you with tips and tricks for getting traditional dishes such as *lomo saltado* and *papa a la huancaina* right at home.

Skip the restaurant reservation, and enjoy a hands-on way to discover Peru's food heritage with this small-group cooking class in Cusco. Starting with a trip to San Pedro Market to source fresh local ingredients, learn about flavor profiles and cooking techniques as you prepare a traditional meal. Well-suited for travelers looking for an alternative way to be immersed in Peruvian culture.

Take a break from sightseeing while still engaging with Peruvian culture with this small-group cooking class in Lima. Starting with a trip to the local San Pedro Market to pick up ingredients, learn about Peru's culinary heritage as you prepare a multi-course meal under guidance from a professional chef. Then, sit down to enjoy the dishes you have created, offering a unique alternative to a restaurant reservation.

The markets of Cusco are fascinating places to explore, but you'll have a much richer experience with a guide who can provide insights into Peruvian cuisine. This activity begins in the city's oldest market, where you can sample popular fruits, breads, and cheeses, as well as some desserts. Afterward, you'll learn to prepare three Peruvian dishes with a local chef.

Peru is widely acknowledged as the culinary capital of Latin America, so there’s no better place to take a cooking class than Cusco. Take home recipes and memories after this food-focused experience, which teaches you to cook classic Peruvian dishes such as ceviche, lomo saltado (stewed beef), and a pisco sour cocktail.

Discover the rich flavors and culinary heritage of Peruvian cuisine during a small-group cooking class at Marcelo Batata Restaurant in Cusco. Dive into Peru's flavors at a private market; create an array of typical Peruvian specialties such as ceviche, lomo saltado, and pisco sours; enjoy a selection of small-bite appetizers prepared by renowned chefs, and much more.

Finding vegan cuisine can be tricky in Cusco, so learn to make it yourself with a small-group cooking class in Cusco. First, visit the traditional San Pedro market to shop and learn about ingredients. Afterward, prepare cocktails and several vegan versions of classic dishes, including causa limeña, cebiche, and tamal, which you can savor during the class. Recipes are provided after the experience.

Immerse yourself in Peruvian culinary culture--and sample the best of Peru’s cuisine--with this small-group, hands-on cooking class held in Cusco. Prepare Peruvian favorites such as ceviche with fresh fish, as well as "lomo saltado," and Pisco Chilcano, a cocktail made of pisco and passion fruit juice.

Learn to make traditional Peruvian dishes during this 2-hour cooking class in Urubamba. Head to a local B&B just a 90-minute drive from Cusco and whip up some of the country’s most delicious dishes like ceviches, tacu-tacu, lomo saltado, a chifa, and more. Get tips and tricks from your host on how to recreate the dishes at home and enjoy the fruits of your labor with an ice cold drink.

Take this chocolate-lovers workshop and learn how to make your very own chocolate from start to finish. Learn about the chocolate-making process with this hands-on experience beginning with the cocoa tree and finishing with your very own chocolate creations. Discover the history of cocoa in Peru and learn why it is one of the top chocolate producers in the world.

Prepare classic Peruvian dishes in an open-air kitchen with a private Urubamba cooking class that goes beyond recipes to explore local ingredients and Peruvian cooking techniques. You’ll visit the Urubamba market, then cook alongside a passionate chef, making dishes such as ceviche, 'papa a la huancaína', local potatoes smothered in spicy sauce, 'tacu tacu,' rice and roasted beans, and 'lomo saltado,' marinated sirloin with onions and peppers.

In this interactive class, you'll learn how to make delicious chocolate truffles from scratch. A trained guide will guide you step by step, teaching you culinary techniques that you can use at home. You'll create your own truffles and customize them with a variety of toppings! While your truffles cool, you'll enjoy a delicious hot chocolate. At the end, you'll take home your creations to share or enjoy alone. A unique experience for chocolate lovers!

Immerse yourself in the culinary culture of Peru during a small-group BBQ class in Cusco. Learn about the local flavors, ingredients, and fire-cooking techniques that shape Peruvian cuisine from your instructor. Get hands-on as you prepare several authentic dishes over the grill while sipping on a Pisco Sour. Enjoy a true taste of Peru beyond the restaurant scene. - Learn more about Peruvian cuisine than you would by only eating out - Small-group format allows for a more personal experience - Ideal for food lovers and anyone who enjoys cooking over fire - Enjoy bottomless drinks while you cook

Satsify your sweet tooth during a hands-on Cusco chocolate making workshop that lets you delve deeper into the Peruvian city’s culinary heritage. Ideal for time-pressed travelers, this compact experience lets you create your own sweet souvenir that’ll feel much more personalized than just buying chocolate at the airport.

Learn to cook like a local during a cooking class in a Peruvian home. Perfect for food-focused travelers, this experience includes a tour of Ollantaytambo Market—exploring with your guide allows you to overcome the language barrier and discover products that you may otherwise have missed—and a hands-on workshop where you’ll create several Peruvian dishes.

If you’re short on time but still want to deepen your understanding of Peruvian food, look no further than this express cooking class in Cusco—tailored for time-pressed travelers. You’ll enjoy personalized attention from your chef guide in a small group limited to only nine other foodies, as you master the techniques of classic Peruvian dishes and a famous pisco sour cocktail.

Discover Peruvian culture and its culinary heritage in this small-group cooking class. Led by a local chef, enjoy an experience that starts with a market visit for fresh ingredients, then moves on to preparing four traditional dishes while savouring pisco sours. Well-suited for foodies and those looking to break up their sightseeing plans with a different type of activity.

Most visitors to Peru only try the national liquor mixed into a Pisco Sour. This Pisco tasting tour offers you a deeper insight through tastings of different varieties from the Ica Valley's Cuatro Gallos vineyard. You will learn to properly taste and pair Pisco, as well as how to mix a classic Pisco Sour or Chilcano cocktail.

Visit a bustling market, discover Peru’s culinary heritage, and even learn how to make some of its most beloved, traditional dishes during this hands-on cooking class. After meeting your guide, venture to Cusco’s vibrant San Pedro Market, and discover the bounty of fresh ingredients on display. Afterwards, head to the kitchen and don your aprons. With your instructor’s guidance, learn to prepare several Peruvian dishes, including ceviche. Finally, sit down to enjoy your multi-course dinner, complete with a homemade pisco sour.

Skip crowded taxi lines and avoid navigating confusing public transport systems with this shared transfer from Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport (CUZ) to your hotel. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, your transfer is synced to your flight's arrival time, so there's no time wasted waiting around for a ride.

You don’t need to taste too many dishes in Cusco to see why Peru is hailed as the culinary capital of Latin America. This private cooking class introduces you to traditional techniques that can help you recreate Peruvian classics back home to impress family and friends. Rather than sharing your guide’s attention among many others, you’ll get one-to-one instruction throughout.

Uncover the flavors of Peru with a full-immersion culinary experience in Cusco. Begin your adventure at the vibrant San Pedro Market, where you'll explore a treasure trove of native ingredients and exotic fruits while learning about the rich Peruvian food culture. After the market tour, step into our cooking studio, where local chefs guide you through crafting a delicious menu featuring a refreshing mojito, traditional ceviche, iconic lomo saltado, and a pisco sour to finish. This hands-on class promises not just to tantalize your taste buds but also to enhance your culinary skills with fresh, local ingredients. - Duration: 4 hours of culinary exploration - Group and private tour options available - Maximum group size of 6 for an intimate experience - Meeting point at San Pedro Market entrance, Cusco