Top Mexico City Cooking Classes

Mexican Cooking Class with Food Market Visit in Mexico City

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.

Essence of Mexico: Authentic Mexican Cooking Class & Market Tour

Essence of Mexico: Authentic Mexican Cooking Class & Market Tour

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Make Authentic Churros with a Master Churrero

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Mexican Cooking Class & Cocktails in Mexico City

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.

PRIVATE Mexico City Cooking Class with Culinary Historian Lucia

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Delight in Churro and Chocolate Making

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience a 2-hour trajinera ride through Xochimilco’s canals while your guide shares cultural insights. Join our legendary guacamole contest and enjoy snacks and UNLIMITED drinks (beer, tequila, mezcal) with great music. We accommodate all dietary preferences. • UNLIMITED premium drinks to keep the party going. • Create your own GUACAMOLE and compete for the best flavor. • Top-quality service before and during your experience. • Fun guaranteed!

Xochimilco & Mexican Party with Guacamole & Unlimited Drinks

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.

Mexican Bread Masterclass

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.

Learn to Cook Mexican Salsas

I learned to cook where the best Mexican cooks learn: next to my grandmother. 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 two years, 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:)

Market Tour, Hand Tortillas & Sauces in Mexico City

Discover the culinary riches of Mexico City’s historic center on this half-day walking and tasting tour. Savor authentic Mexican cuisine, designated a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, as an in-the-know guide takes your small group to a local market, street food stalls, and more. Enjoy a wide range of samples, gain insight into Mexico’s history and culture, and admire the city's historical architecture along the way.

Historic Center Food Tour in Mexico City

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Mexican Fiesta Cooking Class (Roma Norte)

Get to know Mexico City through its cuisine on this half-day foodie walking tour of Colonia Roma. This formerly European enclave lined with mansions is now a bohemian hub packed with trendy eateries, shops, and bars. Learn about the neighborhood’s history and development into one of Mexico City’s hottest dining spots as you walk and eat. Samples may include tasty fish tacos, Oaxacan cuisine, mezcal, specialty coffee, and cocktails.

Roma Norte Food Tour

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!

Chocolate Workshop at Choco-Story Zócalo Museum, Mexico City

1 hourFree Cancellation

PRIVATE Traditional Mexico City Cooking Class in a Beautiful Home

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Experience an engaging private cooking class in the heart of Mexico City, where you'll master essential tips for crafting authentic Mexican dishes. Learn how to select the freshest ingredients, explore versatile flavor combinations, and create everyday recipes that are both delicious and practical. After the class, enjoy the fruits of your labor with a meal that reflects your newfound culinary skills. The experience includes market runs, breakfast, lunch, or dinner options, as well as private transportation for your convenience.

Private Cooking Class in the Heart of Mexico City

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Medellín Market Tour, Cooking Class and 3-course Mexican Feast

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Mexico City Highlights E-Bike Tour With Foodie Stops

Discover the vibrant flavors of Mexico with a hands-on cooking class in Mexico City, led by renowned local chef. Perfect for food enthusiasts and travelers seeking a deeper connection with Mexican culture, this class offers a step-by-step guide to preparing traditional Mexican recipes using fresh, local ingredients. You’ll start by making a green tomatillo salsa and a chunky red salsa, both of which pair beautifully with your homemade guacamole and sirloin and Spanish chorizo campechanos. The chef will also guide you through the process of crafting tortillas from scratch, before finishing with a refreshing lemon sorbet and the rich, sweet taste of dulce de zapote. With ingredients like serrano peppers, masa harina, and Thai peppers, this culinary adventure offers an authentic taste of Mexico. Reserve your spot today for a memorable cooking experience!

Tortilla and Salsa Cooking Class With Local Chef in Mexico City

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Market Tour and Home Cooking Class in Mexico City with Margarita

Wow your friends back home with your taco making skills after this salsa and tortilla cooking class. At the beautiful Condesa home of your knowledgeable chef/guide, you'll learn what's behind every good salsa before getting to work on preparing five delicious types from scratch. Next, you'll discover the tricks to the perfect corn tortilla before making your own from fresh masa. Just over an hour later, you’ll set the table with responsibly-sourced artisanal serveware and build the tacos of your dreams using a wide range of fillings and a tangy green tomatillo salsa, smoky red molcajete salsa, and sweet, nutty salsa macha, among other sauces. Dietary requirements will be accommodated, and Mexican craft beer and soft drinks will keep you hydrated throughout the experience.

Salsa & Tortillas Class in a Condesa home or art gallery rooftop

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Immerse yourself in Mexico City’s dynamic nightlife with an unforgettable evening of Lucha Libre. Begin your adventure in Roma Norte or Centro with mouthwatering tacos at a local taqueria paired with mezcal, beer, or pulque at a traditional cantina. Led by a passionate guide, learn the fascinating history and chants of Lucha Libre before heading to the arena for an electrifying live show. End the night with a special surprise souvenir, making this a truly remarkable cultural experience!

Tacos + Beer + Lucha = BEST NIGHT EVER!!!

Lucha Libre Tickets & Tacos & Beer & Mezcal = BEST NIGHT EVER!

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Small Group Mexican Churros Master Class

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Xochimilco & Mexican Party with Guacamole & Unlimited Drinks

Daliah_S, Oct 2026

Exceptional!

We had the absolute best time on this Xochimilco trajinera tour! Alejandra was an incredible host and made the entire experience so much fun from start to finish. The energy, the music, the drinks, and the food were amazing. If you are visiting Mexico City, this is a must-do. Highly recommend!

Historic Center Food Tour in Mexico City

Eliza_A, Oct 2026

Arrive at the tour hungry!

Our guide Jimena was amazing, she was so knowledgeable and passionate about the city and its history through food. She even went out of her way to help me buy some spices from the market! We were worried 5hours would be too much but it was well paced with plenty of rests and PLENTY of food and drinks

Roma Norte Food Tour

Bryan_F, Oct 2026

Such a wonderful...

Such a wonderful experience in which I didn’t only get to sample many unique and delicious Mexican dishes but also learned a lot about the history and architecture around Roma. I love all the flavorful ingredients and sauces, as well as the stories behind them. My guide was very friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. And the group that I had was super fun as well! The tour is well worth it and I’m glad that I signed up for it.

Mexico City Market Secrets, Street Food & Salsa-Making Lesson

Pam_D, Oct 2026

Doesn’t get better than this! Book this tour.

We had the most amazing day with Axel learning about this history and Mexico City, visiting the markets, eating delicious food at family owned restaurants, learning to navigate around the area including taking the metro and making salsa with Estelle and her family. Axel is a wealth of knowledge and it shares it like the best history professor you could imagine. He is so passionate about his country and dives deep which we all loved. He truly went above and beyond for our group. We got way more than we expected and I’m sure it will go down as a highlight in our travels.

PRIVATE Mexico City Cooking Class with Culinary Historian Lucia

megancpotter, Oct 2026

A fun experience! I took...

A fun experience! I took this cooking class with my sisters, and it felt just like cooking with a friend. The food was authentic Mexican home cooking at its finest, and enjoying our lunch together in Lucia’s gorgeous backyard was perfection. Such a nice memory from our time in Mexico City!

Mexican Cooking Class with Food Market Visit in Mexico City

Christine_S, Oct 2026

Outstanding cooking cultural experience!

Chef Ileana is outstanding. She told us (I met another solo traveler at the session) about the neighborhood history and took us to the market and then we successfully cooked many traditional dishes. This is absolutely worth coming and spending about 3 hours cooking and eating!

Essence of Mexico: Authentic Mexican Cooking Class & Market Tour

Stuti_T, Sep 2026

Can't miss!

Chef Pame was the star of the show during this outstanding cooking class. There were vegetarian and gluten-free options available. We started with an appetizer and agua fresca while Pame introduced us to evolution of Mexican cuisine. She then guided us through Mercado Medellín, which included samples of fresh tortillas, chocolate, insects, and local fruits. Upon returning, Pame's energy was infectious. She provided high-energy, educational, and hands-on guidance to all the prep stations. We made sopes, tortillas, salsa roja and verde, mextlapiques, mole blanco, and pan de elote. Everything was delicious, and we made salsas of varying spice levels. I've had the pleasure of taking several cooking classes around the world, and Pame's class was easily my favorite. I left with an appreciation and understanding of the cultural significance of Mexican cuisine. Pame's love for her country, cooking, and profession were inspiring. We can't wait to plan a return visit to Mexico City to take another class with Pame!

4h Cooking Class in Mexico City: 9 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks

Kayla_G, Aug 2026

An authentic Mexican meal in an authentic Mexican kitchen.

This cooking class offered an intimate and authentic cooking experience. You were allowed in the hosts' home, shown beautiful art. Music was available and the meals were straight forward and easy to follow. You will be engrossed in a slice of Mexican culture and see the day to day experience of a home chef. It was peaceful, fun and enjoyable. If you are looking for a raw and fun experience. Book this experience.

Mexican Cooking Class & Cocktails in Mexico City

Jackie_P, May 2026

Fun, Flavorful, and Worth Every Minute!

One of the highlights of my trip to Mexico City. We visited a local market, purchased authentic ingredients, and made tortillas, salsa, guacamole, ceviche, and margaritas from scratch. Great instructor, great food, and lots of fun. I left with a full stomach, new skills, and a deeper appreciation for Mexican culture. Highly recommend!

Anthropology Museum Guided Tour

Nicole_E, May 2026

Amazing archaeological tour!

Alphonso was such an incredible tour guide! We lucked out and got a private tour with him, and his archaeological and historical knowledge was astounding. We had a great time learning about the history of Mexico with him, discussing art and pottery, and our shared love of coffee! He went above and beyond and gave us a 3.5 hour tour, because he kept remembering important objects he wanted to share with us. We would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone! It gave especially important context to the museum that you just wouldn't get without a guide.

Mexican Fiesta Cooking Class (Roma Norte)

Sandra_B, Jan 2026

Left with laughs and full bellies

I love booking a cooking class in a new country to learn about culture through food and chatting with the instructor. I come away with a full belly and lot of memories. The instructor was really clear on her instruction and gave us each turn to make sure we understood the technique. I'll be incorporating them into my kitchen skill set.