Top Puerto Rico Cooking Classes

Caribbean Food Experience

2 hoursFree Cancellation

This is a unique opportunity to visit the home of a local and explore traditional Puerto Rican culture and cuisine. Tony is a warm and gracious host who loves cooking because he loves to eat! A Johnson and Wales trained chef, Tony was born and raised in San Juan. After spending many years in New York, he decided to return to his home country to share his Puerto Rican food, culture and the beauty of the historic home he owns. Tony hosts a hands-on cooking class at his B&B, an architectural gem exquisitely decorated in the center of San German built in 1912. Learn cooking techniques and traditional Puerto Rican cultural traditions with a charming and talented Puerto Rican chef! • 3-hour private cooking class in a historic Puerto Rican home • Tour of an exquisitely decorated historic home • Sit down to a seasonal Puerto Rican meal with a modern twist • Enjoy sangria or beer over lively conversation with your host • No cooking experience necessary: vegetarian options available

Modern Puerto Rican Cooking Class in a Historic San Germán Home

Mixology Class at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culinary traditions of Puerto Rico with a local expert in her charming home cooking studio in San Juan. Over the course of a 1.5-hour hands-on class, learn to create classic dishes like sofrito, tostones, and arroz con habichuelas, using family recipes passed down through generations. After cooking, enjoy a delicious meal together, savoring the rich flavors and stories behind each dish. This experience not only teaches you about cooking but also connects you deeply to Puerto Rican culture and community.

Private Authentic Puerto Rican Cooking Class with Chef Viviana

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Combine a trip to El Yunque, with some beach time in Luquillo, on this full-day group tour! You'll start in El Yunque, where you'll take a walk out through the forest, get the chance to swim in crystalline rivers, and slide down natural waterslides at Las Paylas. You'll then continue to Luquillo, where you can spend time at the local beach, shop, and grab food (own expense) at Los Kioskos before returning to San Juan.

San Juan to El Yunque Rainforest Waterslides and Luquillo Beach

5 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy a private cooking class in a local San Juan home in a residential neighborhood away from the touristy center. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local Puerto Rican culture over food. Your cooking class takes place in a local home kitchen where Yeira will teach you 4-5 traditional Puerto Rican dishes. After cooking, enjoy your meal together with this warm and friendly local, passionate about food and travel. Experience authentic Puerto Rican life and cuisine with your host Yeira as you cook together and dine on authentic family recipes you won't find in restaurants. Yeira is a fun local host with a doctorate in clinical psychology who believes that food and cooking promotes wellness in people! She is excited to share her authentic Puerto Rican cuisine and culture with those visiting her hometown of San Juan.

Private Puerto Rican Cooking Class in San Juan for Groups

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

This is a unique opportunity to meet a lovely, local couple and learn about Puerto Rican cuisine and culture. Their beautiful countryside home where your Puerto Rican cooking class takes place is located about 1 hour from San Juan or Ponce. Rafi and Lela are a lovely couple who come from large families (Lela has 32 in her immediate family!) that enjoy food, cooking and partying! Rafi learned to cook from his father and everyone in Lela's family is passionate about cooking or barbecuing. They recently converted their house with a stunning view of the mountains and sea into a B&B. They are excited to host guests for a Puerto Rican cooking class in their home and share their culture and cuisine with them! • 3-hour private cooking class with a local • Immerse yourself in Puerto Rican culture and cuisine • Enjoy lunch after cooking over wine • Experience Puerto Rican hospitality • Learn food traditions and cooking techniques in a beautiful home with a view

Private Authentic Puerto Rican Cooking Class with a Local Couple

Puerto Rican Gastronomy Cooking Class

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Enjoy a private and authentic Puerto Rican meal and cooking class with your host Johana. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Born and raised in Comerio, Johana is a warm and fun local who works as a Cultural Interpreter hosting events to share the history and culture of her region. Johana first learned to cook traditional Puerto Rican dishes from her mother and aunts. She believes food brings people together and cooking is her way to show love. Johana lives in a home with a view of the mountains surrounded by a fruit and vegetable garden. She is excited to share her Puerto Rican cuisine and culture with guests from around the world. During this hands-on Puerto Rican cooking class, learn to cook and enjoy a meal accompanied by two cocktails or local beer with a local food expert!

Private Puerto Rican Cooking Class with Cocktails Near San Juan

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Old San Juan Walking Tour

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Stroll through San Juan's evening twilight in the company of a guide, stopping to taste traditional Puerto Rican dishes, on this 3-hour food tour. Make up to five stops focused on family-run establishments and local ingredients, tasting at each one. Your guide will show you hidden gems that you might not ordinarily find on your own and orient you to the culinary culture and history of San Juan.

Savor the Sunset: Old San Juan Walking Food Tour

Local Host Yeira will open her doors from the coziness of her place to share with you a taste of traditional cuisine integrating Puerto Rican and family history. She will guide you step by step on how to cook a traditional family dish rooted in her culinary experiences. After cooking you will be enjoying the creation of a delicious result in the outdoor terrace. At the end you will have not only a full stomach and recipes to share with your loves ones, but also an unforgettable experience in your heart.

Cooking and Connecting with a Local in Puerto Rico

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Night Kayak - Condado City Lights Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

Explore the underwater world of Puerto Rico on a guided snorkeling adventure. Receive a lesson from a professional diver and enjoy a hassle-free outing with all the equipment you need. Then swim through the tropical waters off Guaynabo and see brilliantly-colored tropical fish, sea turtles, and other marine creatures. Afterward, revisit your experience with a GoPro video of your snorkeling excursion included in the tour price.

San Juan Guided Turtle Snorkel Tour and Complimentary Videos

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Mi Kitchen Story is not just a cooking class — it’s a soulful Puerto Rican culinary journey. This intimate, hands-on experience invites guests into the heart of Caribbean culture through vibrant flavors, meaningful storytelling, and authentic family recipes passed down through generations. You won’t just watch — you’ll cook, taste, laugh, and connect in a warm setting that feels like being welcomed into a local home. From traditional techniques to bold island spices, every dish tells a story. Guests leave with beautifully crafted recipes, new culinary skills, and the unforgettable flavors of the Caribbean to recreate and share back home. This is culture you can taste — and take with you.

Authentic Puerto Rican Cooking & Cultural Experience in San Juan

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

$175$166

Live out your island castaway fantasies as you visit the deserted tropical island of Cayo Icacos from San Juan on this catamaran sailing cruise. Escape the crowds on land and sail into the aquamarine waters of the Caribbean, admiring views of the El Yunque mountains in the distance, before arriving at the nature preserve of Icacos for a leisurely day of swimming, snorkeling, lunch, and rum cocktails.

Icacos Island Catamaran Day Sail from Fajardo

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Historical San Juan Bay Sunset Sailing Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

At Heaven Hills Kitchen, immerse yourself in the vibrant culinary traditions of Puerto Rico. Located in the scenic foothills of El Yunque National Park, this hands-on cooking class invites you to prepare a full Puerto Rican meal, starting with a refreshing cocktail. Over the course of 3 to 4 hours, you’ll chop, stir, and savor traditional dishes while learning about their cultural significance. Designed for groups of 4 to 10, this interactive experience is perfect for both culinary enthusiasts and casual cooks. Expect to create memorable dishes and enjoy a delicious meal with your new friends.

Heaven Hills Kitchen Puerto Rican Cooking Class

4 hoursFree Cancellation

$179$170

Step inside Puerto Rico's newest craft distillery for an intimate, hands-on experience unlike a traditional cocktail class. Learn to create two premium cocktails using Island Proof's craft rum, gin, and vodka while discovering how spirits are made. Enjoy a guided tasting, expert instruction from professional mixologists, and a complimentary welcome cocktail in the heart of Old San Juan. Small class sizes provide personalized attention, making this the perfect experience for couples, friends, cruise visitors, and anyone looking to discover Puerto Rico's growing craft spirits scene.

Distillery Mixology Class and Spirits Tasting in Puerto Rico

Distillery Mixology Class and Spirits Tasting in Puerto Rico

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

$89$85

Salsa Dance Class in San Juan – Learn from Local Experts

1 hourFree Cancellation

El Yunque Rainforest and Waterfall Guided Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy an entertaining, one-of-a kind evening out—and learn basic salsa and cha cha steps—with this small-group dance class. Meet your instructor in a scenic, open-air location in San Juan, and get ready to groove. This beginner-friendly class covers left and right turns, crossovers, and more in a 1-hour session, with cultural insights and local restaurant recommendations. By the end, you’ll be confident with your moves and rhythm.

Learn Salsa In Paradise San Juan Puerto Rico

1 hourFree Cancellation

Indulge in a unique culinary experience with Paellas Medicci, where traditional Spanish flavors meet vibrant Puerto Rican flair. Under the guidance of Peter Medina and Nahir Dominicci, guests are invited to enjoy a refined and immersive dining journey. Begin your evening with a welcome glass of prosecco, followed by a refreshing fish and shrimp ceviche served over crispy tostones—Puerto Rico’s signature fried green plantains—delivering a perfect balance of citrus, texture, and Caribbean flavor. Then enjoy our signature “Medicci-style” seafood paella, featuring perfectly cooked and moist rice infused with rich flavors and loaded with shrimp, scallops, mussels, clams, squid rings, fresh fish, and lobster. Each serving is paired with your choice of carefully selected wines, including Pinot Grigio or Albariño, enhancing every bite. More than a meal, this is a celebration of culture, craftsmanship, and elevated coastal cuisine—perfect for those seeking an unforgettable culinary experience.

Puerto Rican Seafood Paella Experience

Caribbean Food Experience

$125$119

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Boriken Flavor: Roast Pork Hwy, Rum Tasting, Loiza Fritters

Don’t leave sampling the best of San Juan’s classic cuisine to chance. Ensure you please your palate on this half-day food tour. Ideal for food lovers, this excursion showcases the best of San Juan’s casual culinary scene. Feast on snacks from local family-owned kiosks in Los Pionones and spend free time relaxing on Luquillo Beach. Snacks and bottled water will be provided, and the best part is that you eat what you cook.

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Boriken Flavor: Roast Pork Hwy, Rum Tasting, Loiza Fritters

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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banec12, Sep 2026

An Amazing Puerto Rican Culinary Experience

I had an incredible one-on-one cooking class with Try Cooking Tours, where I got to learn about the delicious food, culture, and traditions of Puerto Rico. The experience was so much more than just cooking, I learned about the history and meaning behind the cuisine while getting hands-on and creating some truly amazing dishes. Mauro was absolutely incredible! His knowledge of Puerto Rican culture and cuisine, combined with his creativity and passion for cooking, made the entire experience so enjoyable and memorable. Everything we made was absolutely delicious, and I loved being able to taste and appreciate the food we prepared together. You can really tell that Mauro is a talented chef who genuinely loves sharing his culture and culinary knowledge with others. I would definitely recommend Try Cooking Tours to everyone visiting Puerto Rico. This was one of the highlights of my trip, and I would absolutely do it again! 🇵🇷❤️👨‍🍳

Legacy Tour at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico

Victoria_V, Aug 2026

Our tour guide was very...

Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and fun. She encouraged questions and had many tidbits to share with us. The gathering area before and after your tour is very cute, with spaces for food, a rum bar, and clean bathrooms. The bartenders were very friendly with great drinks.

The Maestro's Walk: A Rum Tasting Experience

Amera_R, Jun 2026

I visited Casa Bacardí...

I visited Casa Bacardí during my trip and had such a great experience! I booked my tour last minute and ended up missing my original time slot, but the staff was incredibly helpful and quickly got me rebooked for a later tour. Everyone was so friendly and accommodating, which immediately made me feel welcome. I went solo, but that didn’t last long. A random group I met bought me a shot, and I ended up meeting some really amazing people throughout the day. The staff also recommended a meal for me, and I’m glad they did because it forced me to eat before I started drinking lol. The food was delicious and definitely helped me pace myself. One of my favorite parts was meeting a wonderful woman and her husband. She was celebrating her birthday too, so we instantly connected. We spent time taking beautiful pictures together and made some great memories.The gift shop was amazing, and I picked up a few things for myself and my family. Between the drinks, the food, the people, and the atmosphere, the entire experience was a highlight of my trip. Honestly, the photos came out so good they should put us in a Casa Bacardí ad and pay us lol! Highly recommend visiting if you’re in Puerto Rico.

Modern Puerto Rican Cooking Class in a Historic San Germán Home

Amy_N, May 2026

A magical memory to last a lifetime!

Everything about this experience is magical… From Tony’s beautiful, historic, home / B&B to the flavors, aromas, tastes and stories you’ll experience. If you like Puerto Rico, Tony’s class will make you FALL IN LOVE!!! Honestly, our afternoon cooking, learning and eating with Tony will be a memory that lasts a lifetime. Don’t hesitate to book this. I actually got teary eyed driving back to our Airbnb after the experience because it was over lol! Honestly, it’s pure magic!!

Salsa Dance Class in San Juan – Learn from Local Experts

April_M, Apr 2026

So fun! We learned so much in one hour!

This was so much fun! We did this lesson on the last day of our trip and it has been a highlight. In one hour, the instructor took us from basic steps to a full circuit. He was so fun and engaging. Both my husband and I really enjoyed this lesson. Would highly recommend.

Private Authentic Puerto Rican Cooking Class with a Local Couple

Aaron_W, Mar 2026

Our favorite stop on a week long visit of Puerto Rico

Liela was a great host and her place is gorgeous. She took us through several Puerto Rican dishes; and shared the recipes with us. After lunch she took the time to share recommendations on spices, and told us about her favorite restaurants in Old San Juan (our next stop).