Top Riviera Maya & the Yucatan Cooking Classes

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.

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

Learn about the flavors and ingredients of Aztec, Mayan and Mexican cuisine on this intimate tour in a local’s home. Under the tutelage of your host, prepare a 3-course meal—guacamole, main, and dessert—along with homemade salsa and tortillas. You’ll also sample and learn the proper way to taste mezcal. Afterward, share the meal you’ve prepared with your hosts, new amigos, and drinks.

Immerse yourself in the culinary culture of Mexico during a small-group cooking class. Learn about the flavors, ingredients, and cooking techniques specific to Mexican cuisine from your instructor. Get your hands dirty as you prepare several authentic recipes including mexican tortillas from scratch! while sipping on a bottomless margarita. Enjoy a true taste of Mexico beyond the restaurant scene. - Learn more about Mexican cuisine than you would just eating out - Small group size allows for a more personalized experience - Ideal for foodies or anyone who likes to create in the kitchen - Enjoy unlimited margaritas while you cook

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.

Take a cooking class with a local chef and learn to make authentic Mexican dishes. The class begins with a discussion about the items on the lunch menu, then it’s off to a nearby market to shop for ingredients. Back in the classroom/kitchen, help prepare the meal as you learn about local cuisine and culinary techniques. Once the cooking is done, enjoy the home-cooked meal together.

Uncover the secrets of Mexican cuisine with a hands-on 4-course cooking class in Cancun. Led by an expert local chef, you’ll learn how to prepare iconic dishes using traditional tools like the Molcajete and Comal. Experience the true flavors of Mexico while mastering easy techniques to recreate them at home. Enjoy a private kitchen setting at Cancun's most famous restaurant.

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

Don’t just eat the Mexican food on your Cancun trip, learn how to cook it, too. This small-group cooking class with Chef Alberto features a different menu each day, including barbecue, quesabirrias, tacos, mole, tamales, and cochinita pibil, plus salsas, guacamole, tortillas, and rajas poblanas. You’ll cook together, learning about Mexican culture through its cuisine and local ingredients. Lunch is included. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets can all be accommodated.

Immerse yourself in the world of vanilla with a unique cooking class that tantalizes your taste buds. Over the course of three hours, discover the art of incorporating rich vanilla flavors into your dishes, guided by experts who share recipes and techniques. Enjoy the fruits of your labor as you savor three delicious courses that showcase the profound depth of vanilla. Perfect for culinary enthusiasts and those looking to add a sweet or savory touch to their cooking repertoire.

Book this Playa del Carmen Mexican Food Cooking Class to enjoy an authentic culinary experience in Mexico. This cooking lesson is led by a local who invites you into their home to learn to make a meal—you choose to cook a 1- or 3-course meal when booking. Plus, each class participant gets their cooking station complete with the supplies they need to use for the course.

Immerse yourself in the culinary culture of the Yucatán during a small-group cooking class in Mérida. Learn about the ingredients, techniques, and regional traditions that define Yucatecan cuisine from your local host. This experience goes beyond simply eating out. You’ll understand how these dishes are prepared, why certain ingredients like achiote and chaya are essential to the region, and how to recreate the recipes at home. • Learn more about Yucatán cuisine than you would by dining at restaurants • Small-group format ensures personalized guidance and interaction • Ideal for curious food lovers who enjoy hands-on experiences • Enjoy unlimited drinks while you cook and dine

Welcome to my house! Discover Yucatecan gastronomy from scratch, starting with traditional ingredients and techniques. As a chef originally from Yucatán, I will accompany you throughout the process so that you cook and understand how each ingredient is transformed. During the class you will learn and participate in: - Nixtamal and Recado: Grind your own nixtamal and recado with traditional tools and discover how Yucatecan flavors are built. - Dough and Tortillas: Prepare the dough from scratch, learn to roll and get your tortillas to puff up on the griddle. - Yucatecan Pibil: Prepare the marinade, work with banana leaves, and discover the secrets of traditional pibil. - Sauces: Prepare Xnipec and sauces with roasted ingredients in a molcajete. - Sweet Touch: Prepare crispy homemade churros. - Intimate experience: Cooking in my home, in a comfortable and private space, with a maximum of 4 people. In the end, we will enjoy together everything we prepared from scratch.

The ancient Mayans left an indelible mark on the landscapes and culture of Mexico. Discover what these indigenous people used to eat during a hands-on cooking class in the heart of Cozumel. Together with your private instructor, recreate typical Mayan dishes with ancient ingredients that will take you back in time. This is a great way to learn about history while immersing yourself in an ancient culture.

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.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Mexico with this unique tequila and chocolate tour in Cozumel. Discover the art of tequila making through an engaging class, complemented by a distinctive Mayan chocolate experience. Explore the lush flora and fauna of a local ranch while sipping on a premium drink. Conclude your adventure at the San Francisco Beach Club, where you can relax on a beach lounger or partake in water sports snorkel, kayak, paddle board and much more. This tour promises an authentic taste of Mexican paradise at an unbeatable price. - Tequila class and chocolate Mayan experience included - Access to San Francisco Beach Club with amenities like kayaks and paddle boards, inflatable water toys, snorkeling, more! - Explore the beautiful ranch teeming with local flora and fauna - Perfect for families, with children under 18 requiring parental supervision

Duration: 1 hour Include a certificate of recognition courtesy short Sauce tasting During the experience, it will be possible to share family recipes, cook in a traditional way using the main ingredients that characterize us, I want to share my riches as a Mexican embodied in a dish that stands out for its simplicity and warm welcome to every visitor, creating reasons to soak up and fall in love with Mexico with traditional and authentic dishes. Also share my culinary knowledge.

Do you want to learn to make authentic Mexican salsas and guacamole, drink margaritas and learn how to dance salsa on the beach?Then this is the tour for you!Stop at a Beach Mexican Restaurant with a beautiful view for a hand’s-on cooking class.Your guide will take you through the steps of making authentic Mexican salsas and guacamole from the freshest ingredients. You’ll have tortilla chips to taste your creations and can take the recipes home with you.Quench your thirst with complimentary margaritas, Mexican beer, or flavored waters. Afterwards, your guide will show you how to step,sway and get into the groove of Latin America’s most famous dance - the Salsa! Follow step-by step instructions and you’ll soon be ready for the dance floor. After your class, you’ll have free time to enjoy the beach break.When time’s up, you have the option to either return to your ship or stay at Beach Club and extend your day in this tropical paradise.

Tequila is the go-to drink in Cancun, so there’s no better place to take part in a tequila masterclass and tasting session. In a restaurant in Cancun's hotel zone, you’ll taste seven artisan tequilas, learn how to drink it in traditional Mexican style, and make like a mixologist as you prepare one cocktail.

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.

With the help of a local host, you will discover the origins of chocolate and learn how to prepare it in the traditional Mexican style.

Make your own chocolate using ancient Aztec-inspired techniques on this tour at Stingray Beach. After whipping up a batch of chocolate with the hands-on workshop, sample wine and chocolate pairings to get a taste for different strains of cocoa and even sip a chocolate martini by the beach.

A great treat for coffee-lovers, this guided workshop experience sees you learning how to brew the perfect cup while you learn all about the drink’s role in Mexican and Maya culture. Let your expert local teacher show you how to choose, clean, roast, and grind the beans for the ideal mug of coffee in an intimate small group capped at six people