Traditional Mexican Cooking Class

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Huatulco, Mexico

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

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Overview

Sample Menu

Main

Empanadas

We'll make corn dough empanadas stuffed with creamy huitlacoche and squash a la mexicana.

Starter

Green & Red Salsas

Roasted red salsa and tomatillo salsa verde

Starter

Tortillas & Sopes

You'll learn how to master the tortilla making to a marriageable status level! Along with the traditional sopes with refried beans and queso fresco.

What's Included

Alcoholic Beverages

Beer and wine provided.
Bottled water

Hibiscus and bottled water will be provided.
Lunch

We'll get to eat the fruit of a labor sipping a made-from-scratch Margarita.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We pick up from on all the hotels in the Huatulco area.

Operating hours
.9:30 am

What To Expect

Playa La Bocana

Additional Info

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

Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 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

Aimee_D

A great memory and experience that we will never forget! ❤️ Alfredo was extremely informative, and the hands on experience was amazing! Trying new foods, new methods of cooking, in an environment that allowed us to learn the history and hear Alfredo’s stories made it all the more enjoyable! Thank you so much for this opportunity and we will never forget the fun we had and the group we met! ❤️ a 10 out of 10 for sure!

Reviews

5.0

based on 91 reviews

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Hualtuco I’ll be back….

Sean_L, Dec 2025

I’m not a cook at all. I wanted to try something new. My favourite part was shopping in the market learning so much local knowledge and observing our guide masterfully and respectfully communicate and explain about plants, fish, produce and the history. The tour is amazing!!!!

A fantastic experience!

MIchelle_M, Jan 2025

Alfredo is fantastic! He was able to accommodate my vegan diet and taught be everything i need to know to make refried beans and tortillas. I highly recommend this tour and would go again if I get the chance.

What An Opportunity!

Linda_F, Jan 2025

I gave the cooking lesson as a gift to my daughter and husband! After hearing their joy and excitement, I determined that we come back next year I will give it too them again and add myself and granddaughter! Here are some points they shared with me- - Breezy charming kitchen and dining area - Made the most delicious tacos and salsas and even passion fruit margaritas and tortillas (learning about the history of tortilla-making as well their family traditions) -Adjacent to Alfredo and family’s home making it a familial experience. - Alfredo knowledgeable, warm, and multi-lingual/cultural- A real winner!

Fantastic cooking lesson!

Catherine_P, Dec 2024

Wonderful authentic hands on experience …Alfredo was warm, interest and we learned a lot. His outdoor kitchen was extremely comfortable and we made every type of taco imaginable from scratch!

Fun learning to cook in Huatulco! 🇲🇽

Joanne_M, Dec 2024

I really enjoyed this cooking class- I learned so much about how different fruits vegetables & beans go together. I also learned about corn & making corn tortillas. Sharing & enjoying the food we made was great! Antonio is a great teacher! 🌮🌮

Amazing Vacation Activity for the Family

Robyn_M, Jun 2024

My family of four had a great time cooking with Alfredo. Our kids are young adults and it's not always easy to find vacation activities that everyone enjoys. Our whole family loved the cooking class and learned new things including local cooking techniques and unique local ingredients. Alfredo got everyone involved in the prep and cooking and kept the atmosphere festive and fun. The food was absolutely delicious and Alfredo was an incredible host.

Amazing!

Aimee_D, May 2024

Superb Mexican experience

Susan_A, Apr 2024

Super morning learning Mexican cooking techniques and being introduced to new ingredients then sitting down with a lovely group of people to chat and share the delicious fruits of our labour. Thanks greatly to chef Alfredo!

Great experience. Recommended

explecifica, Apr 2024

Great food. Great set up and staff was friendly and fun. They arrange transportation for one. Very detail with recipes

If your a foodie, this is a must.

Tracy_E, Apr 2024

What a wonderful day! Alfredo is so enthusiastic about the food from his region and food in general, that it is hard not to feel the same way. The food we made was so fresh, so delicious, it tasted like the essence of Oaxaca. Thank you Alfredo and your cooking family.

Yummy in the tummy

Sherri_K, Apr 2024

Alfredo was very knowledgeable and friendly. We learned about new ingredients and cooking techniques all while having a fun time! I left with a full heart and stomach.

Fabulous food and great service!

Neil_D, Apr 2024

A Mother daughter trip for us and we love food and cooking so this was perfect activity and great lunch - Alfredo and team are great as so well prepared and knowledgeable, also gave us travel ideas too !

Great cooking experience

David_P, Apr 2024

Close to port, easy ride on the highway right to his kitchen. Alfredo was very friendly, extremely knowledgeable. It was five hours well spent we learned lots, enjoyed food and drink, had a great time. Dave would highly recommend.

Great cultural experience

Kimberley_T, Mar 2024

All of the great stories Alfredo shared about growing up in Huatulco, how it has changed, the traditions and the culture, were wonderful, as was the food!

A must if you’re in the area!

Barry_Q, Jan 2024

Alfredo was amazing. Very skilled, very knowledgeable, a course I would highly recommend to everyone. Thanks so much, Alfredo. See you in your restaurant! Barry

You will love cooking Mexican food here.

Jos_H, Jan 2024

You will love cooking Mexican food. It is a great little place with Alfredo, your host, as your guide. You have to make this a stop if you’re in the area. Learned a lot. Hands on fun.

Great class, wonder setting!

Jennifer_M, Dec 2023

What a wonderful experience! Safe and quite area, Alfredo is very professional, and we learned how to make tamales. Highly recommended.

Must do!!!

Richard_M, May 2023

Very hands on cooking with a wonderful family, in a great location. The instructor is very communicative in both English and Spanish.

Totally worth it!

Shaday_S, Oct 2022

We took this class on our last day in Huatulco, and it was definitely a great finish to our trip. Alfredo is very good at explaining the history and culture behind the food and made everything interesting. The cooking space is great, and the group was small, which made everything fun and laid-back. At the end, we had an awesome lunch and great company. I would definitely recommend this experience to others.