Mama's Kitchen

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Huatulco, Mexico

3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Learn all about one of Oaxaca’s most famous dishes: mole. This hands-on cooking class in Huatulco explores two types of mole sauce (black and yellow)—learn how to make both. Enjoy a full lunch with the mole, fresh tortillas, and chicken and rice (vegan option available). Finish with a tasty mezcal margarita.

Uncover the secrets of making Oaxacan mole with hands-on guidance
Learn how to make two types of mole in one class
Enjoy a full lunch with drinks, including a mezcal margarita
Round-trip hotel transfers from Huatulco for ease

Sample Menu

Main

Black Mole

This is the most exquisite and complicated mole sauce.

Main

Yellow Mole

Delicious fresh sauce made with local ingredients.

Main

Chicken and Rice

Starter

Handmade Tortillas

Dessert

Mezcal Margarita

What's Included

Alcoholic Beverages
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Private transportation

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

We will pick you up from anywhere within Huatulco and bring you back after class. Our driver will have a sign that says 'Chiles&Chocolate Cooking Classes.'

Operating hours
.9:00 am

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Stroller accessible

Not wheelchair accessible
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 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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Featured review

Diane_F

Jane is a wonderful person passionate about cooking and Huatulco. The food we prepared was delicious. We enjoyed learning about layering the flavours Jane is a wealth of knowledge about history of Huatulco. Can't wait to come back and enjoy another culinary experience. We did the street walking food tour with Jane last time in Huatulco and really enjoyed it as well

Reviews

5.0

based on 42 reviews

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Great experience

Diane_F, Nov 2025

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you Diane♥️🙏

Great Experience

Christina_C, Apr 2024

This was a great way to spend a shore day in Huatulco. We learned not just how to make mole, but also some information and history of the region.. Transportation to and from the class was prompt and professional, and the half hour drive gave us a glimpse of the local area. I wasn’t clear on a few things from the Viator description, such as whether we could be picked up from the cruise pier instead of a hotel, and whether the price included the return drive. The operator was prompt in responding to my queries. We hope to return to the area and take another cooking class from Jane.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thanks so much!

Great tour!

divergirl123466, Nov 2023

Jane is so warm and inviting. This was a highlight of our trip. I highly recommend this tour. We made Mole with chicken, rice and handmade tortillas. I can't wait to make the recipes in her book that we purchased at her school.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thanks so much!

Very good time.

Jonathan_K, Nov 2022

Jane Bauer is a good teacher about food, local history and culture. It’s a lovely class and a delicious meal.

Response from Host, Nov 2022

Thanks Johnathan!

Great mole making experience!

Harry_S, Nov 2022

This was a really fun and informative experience. Learned how to make mole and learned about the local history. Finished the experirnce off with a fantastic meal and mezcal margaritas!

Response from Host, Nov 2022

Thanks Harry! I had a great time with you guys.

Great authentic local experience….

James_S, Oct 2022

We always find local cooking classes/experiences a highlight of travel. We arrived on a cruise ship and usually avoid shore excursions from the cruise line. We found this local class online and we’re not disappointed. We were driven to a remote, lovely, non-touristy, lovely setting overlooking a river. Jane, originally from Canada, has been involved in culinary efforts in this area for a number of years. We enjoyed learning about the local area and cooking regional cuisine. Most of all we love the unique experience and time together with new friends we made on the ship. Highly recommend…it was a great experience.