Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class in Antigua
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Antigua, Guatemala
- 3 to 4 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Go beyond just sampling Guatemalan cuisine at Antigua’s restaurants and learn to cook it for yourself at a cooking class. Visit a cooking school in Jocotenango village, and learn to make typical Guatemalan food, choosing from assorted dishes and picking up local cooking tips as you work. Then, savor your creations with your hosts on a rooftop terrace overlooking the Agua Volcano or in a colonial-style dining room.
- Enjoy a Guatemalan cooking class at a cooking school in Antigua
- Swap recipes and restaurants for learning hands-on from local chefs
- Choose dishes from a range of Guatemalan classics, including vegetarian
- Head to a roof terrace or colonial dining room to enjoy your food and drinks
What's Included
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Bottled water
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Sinthia_s
We had the most amazing time at this cooking class! The food was absolutely delicious, every dish was full of flavor, and the experience was so well organized. The staff was incredible—friendly, patient, knowledgeable, and made everyone feel welcome from the start. It was not only informative but also so much fun. We laughed, learned, cooked, and enjoyed every moment. Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Antigua Guatemala and wanting to connect with the local culture through food!
Reviews
5.0
based on 463 reviews
Gustavo_G, Mar 2026
Amazing experience. It’s a fun, interactive class where you cook a delicious 3 course meal and it includes wine. I definitely recommend this to anyone traveling to Antigua and any place nearby. You learn about the plates and get hands on in the process
Yesenia_S, Mar 2026
It was absolutely beautiful and heartwarming. They were extremely welcoming, helpful, and patient. It felt like I was with my family so I truly will cherish the time we spent there! It is definitely worth every money
Karen_K, Mar 2026
So much fun. Everything was delicious and perfect. I highly recommend. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The view from the rooftop was beautiful
Donna_B, Mar 2026
Oh my gosh, this was so fun. Our group of diverse strangers really bonded - thanks to Darrio and Bendy (spelling?) - and we had a blast! We were wistfully saying how sad we were to say goodbye. The food was amazing. The hosts were informative and entertaining. This was an outstanding activity!
Lora_M, Mar 2026
This cooking class was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Our guide, Dario, was absolutely amazing — knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about sharing authentic flavors from Guatemala. The traditional Guatemalan dishes we prepared were fresh, flavorful, and truly delicious, giving us a real taste of the local culture.
As if the food wasn’t enough, the beautiful surrounding views made the experience even more special. Cooking, laughing, and sharing stories while overlooking such stunning scenery created the perfect atmosphere. By the end of the class, we not only enjoyed an incredible meal but also walked away with new friends and wonderful memories to cherish.
Grace_G, Feb 2026
This class was definitely a highlight from my stay in Antigua! The ingredients are beautifully laid out when you arrive, the drinks provided were delicious, and the cooking was as hands-on as it gets. I had the best time getting to know the staff, practicing my Spanish (optional) and enjoyed eating the amazing food we cooked while appreciating the views of the city.
Nicole_C, Feb 2026
The experience and food was amazing with room for improvement: (1) The route to pick up group members could be improved to save time. (2) Despite the posting not listing this detail, they do in fact provide round trip transportation if you are coming from an approved location. (3) The most ideal class size is 10 people max. This would occupy everyone's time without leaving anyone out. Exceeding this number, like our class, can leave up to 5 or more strangers in a less than ideal position without any responsibilities for extended periods of time. The other chefs do in fact take over much of the more difficult cooking tasks in the end to ensure the food is cooked correctly. (4) While they do their best to explain the background of dishes, when it comes to receiving instructions on what to do knowing some basic Spanish phrases relevant to kitchen skills will go a long way. (5) Despite what other reviewers have stated, we were not promised and did not receive any of the recipes which I had looked forward to because the food was amazing. (6) You may end up sitting in direct sunlight for hours if you are in a large 10am class so come prepared with a hat, sunglasses, and/or sunscreen.
Kelly_P, Feb 2026
Highly recommend! We were picked up from our hotel and although there was traffic we got straight to work. Dario was an amazing chef and instructor and really made the experience. We made an appetizer, main dish, and dessert and squeezed in between we got to try local fruits.
Melissa_T, Feb 2026
Chef Dario was amazing all the way around. He made the class fun, interactive & he was extremely friendly & knowledgeable. The
wine was flowing & the food was delicious. Cooking & eating on the roof top made it extra special.
Dominic_L, Feb 2026
Loved the cooking class. I went with my best friend for his birthday. It was so much fun and the chef and staff were super nice. The other people who were there for the class was so cool and we all got along great. The overall setting was so chill. Music, sunset food, drinks and laughs. The food we made was really good. We were all shocked how good it was. Will definitely book again!
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