Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting
Recommended by 99% of travelers
Lima, Peru
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Get hands-on experience preparing some of Peru’s most iconic dishes and shopping at a local market during this Lima cooking class. First stop by the market to pick out fresh meat and produce, discovering the incredible diversity of ingredients in Peruvian cuisine. Then head to the kitchen choosing to prepare a choice of fish, chicken, beef or vegetarian dish like ‘Ceviche’ learning the necessary steps in fun, relaxed atmosphere. Your cooking excursion also includes round-trip hotel transport (for most areas of Lima), professional chef instructor, snacks and either lunch or dinner.
- Choice of morning or afternoon departure
- Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
- Free snacks included
- Includes free admission to top local attractions
Sample Menu
Main
LOMO
What's Included
- Professional Chef
- Professional guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Meals
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic Beverages(for sale)
- Soda/Pop(for sale)
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Itinerary
1
Mercado N 2 de Surquillo
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Haku Tours - Tours in Lima City & Peruvian Cooking Classes
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This culinary experience has three options: a starter and a main course with choices of chicken, fish, or beef. Please read the three options carefully and select your preferred choice.
- All dish options can be adapted for vegetarian, gluten-free, or vegan diets. Please inform us of your dietary restrictions in advance.
- If you would like to combine your cooking class choices, for example, the starter of the chicken option with the main course of the fish option, it is possible; however, you must consult us first.
- We do not allow pets on our shared tours. If you have a pet, please feel free to request a quotation for a private class.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 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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Reviews
5.0
based on 818 reviews
MaryLouise_W, May 2026
Chef Marco and Guide Gabi are wonderful! They are amazing ambassadors of cuisine and culture! This experience is a must do, especially if you like eating or cooking or both :)
10/10 recommend.
Sarah_G, May 2026
Guide Gaby was great! Energetic & informative. The market tour was brief - 20 mins - but gave you a flavor for shopping there.
The exotic fruit & native potato tastings were fun & interesting.
Chef Marco & Guide Gaby worked in tandem, explaining the ingredients & cooking process in both Spanish and English along the way.
I am vegetarian and the tour was extremely accommodating, allowing me to make a vegetarian version of Lomo Saltado with tofu.
There were only 4 participants in our group, and we got a very hands on, intimate experience.
FYI - Viator partners with local tour company Haku for this cooking class. If you book directly through Haku it’s $10 cheaper/ per person.
This cooking class was the highlight of our stay in Lima!
Jessie_C, May 2026
Tour of market is very poor and minimal in information. We did not get the opportunity to see the chef buy from the local market and it was poorly explained. If you are booking this cooking class over others because it also includes the market tour, I would skip.
The Chef also did not explain cooking process well and I would have a really hard time reproducing as veggies and spices were added without telling us which is so important in a cooking class.
I will praise that they do accommodate well for allergy issues and vegetarians. It would have been better if we would have been able to cut the fruit and potatoes ourselves and then have been able to learn a lot more. Maybe skip the market and this would give us more time to cook as the way the market experience is currently is very poor. There was a lot of time just standing around or doing super simple tasks that did not take long.
Caryn_C, May 2026
Fantastic experience with great food, and the opportunity to learn more about the community and culture! 5 stars!
Ken_W, May 2026
This class was a really fun blend of food education (tour of the local market), cooking, and eating delicious food. Kevin was a great host, and Chef made cooking a fun adventure for the entire group. The team presented a few different menu options, allowing the group to decide the appetizer (we chose ceviche, of course!) and main course.
Charles_H, May 2026
All around fun. Informative market visit. Great interactive cooking lesson. Delicious results. Our guide Kevin & our chef were very personable. Highly recommend.
Sean_V, May 2026
Our experience with Alexis and Ruth were pwesonal and fantastic. Would do this again in a heartbeat4
Ayumi_N, May 2026
This was much more than just a cooking class. I had a wonderful experience walking through the local market, learning about local ingredients, and tasting a variety of fruits I had never tried before. The cooking session itself was fun and easy to follow. Everyone was friendly and welcoming, and the whole experience felt very authentic. Highly recommended.
Gisele_S, May 2026
from start to finish, from.pick up to drop off this axtivity was immaculate. the visit to the market to the cooking to the 4 course meal. search no further this is the cookong class to take. trust me money well spent
Tiffany_W, May 2026
This tour was a wonderful experience. Alexis was a great guide and host. I was solo and had the class all to myself. Chef Karina was so pleasant to cook with and all the food turned out amazing, especially the lomo saltado! Highly recommend booking with Haku Tours
Arek_A, Apr 2026
Joe Junior was the best tour guide ever! He guided us through the whole booking process! And the cooks were pretty chill too!
Darla_A, Apr 2026
Incredible Peruvian Cooping Class! Tour guide Silvana was charming, knowledgeable and great company as we toured the local market while Chef Ruth purchased supplies for our selected menu. The experience was wonderful - chopping, slicing and learning techniques to prepare authentic Peruvian cuisine. And the food - chef’s kiss! From tasting local fruits, enjoying “snacks” that were more like a full course, savoring an appetizer that is among the best things I have ever eaten on my travels, and finally the freshest mahi mahi! Truly remarkable. I am so happy that I chose this experience.
Ilyssa_G, Apr 2026
This was a wonderful experience on our first day. We explored the market, learned about the food culture, and tried many new fruits. The cooking part was amazing! They easily accommodated our vegetarian request. It was so inspiring to make the food and then eat it!. The dining Table was beautifully set and the food and company were outstanding!
Christina, Apr 2026
We were a group of 10 — kids to grandparents — and everyone had an absolute blast. That is NOT easy to pull off, and it would not have happened without our incredible instructor and chef. Aron and Marco had the energy, the patience, and the skills to keep everyone engaged.
Philip_A, Apr 2026
This was without question the best organized tour I have ever taken. The communication was excellent leading up to the day of the tour, the pickup was exactly as promised, Giovanna (my guide and translator) and Marco (the chef) make this a most memorable experience. I cannot reiterate enough how exceptional Giovanna and Marcos made this experience. They work with Haku Tours and could not have done more to make this a perfectly exceptional experience. Thank you!!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much, Philip! We are incredibly proud to hear that this was the best-organized tour you have ever taken. Giovanna and Marco make a fantastic team, and we’re glad their communication and expertise made such a memorable impact on your visit. We will certainly share your wonderful praise with them and the rest of the Haku Tours family!
Best regards,
Marketing Team
J_S, Mar 2026
Paulo was a wonderful guide. Lots of history and complete explanations at sights. Then Marco and Paulo worked together to conduct a very hands on cooking class with delicious results.
It was a great time.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We are glad you enjoyed the mix of history and hands-on cooking. Paulo and Marco make a fantastic team in the kitchen, and they’ll be delighted to hear that you loved the results of your class!
Best regards,
Marketing Team
Kathy_N, Mar 2026
I had a wonderful time. Paulo and Marco were great hosts. I learned about the Peruvian markets, fruits and the thousands of potato varieties.
The class was fun and easy going. No stress at all.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much! We are thrilled that even those who aren't fond of cooking had a wonderful time. Paolo and Marco love making the class easy-going and stress-free. It's great to hear you enjoyed learning about our thousands of potato varieties!
Best regards,
Marketing Team
Ornella_G, Mar 2026
I absolutely loved the tour! It was such a great experience. The guide and the chef were super helpful and the food was delicious. I loved being involved and learning to make my own traditional dishes.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much! We are delighted that you absolutely loved the tour and found the guide and chef so helpful. There is something truly special about learning to make your own traditional dishes, and we're glad you felt involved in every step!
Best regards,
Marketing Team
ANTHONY_D, Mar 2026
We had a fantastic time! It was interesting going around the market to learn about the different local foods and ingredients we would later be using in our recipes. The staff was excellent! They were informative, attentive, and very welcoming. The kitchen was spotless and the table we ate at was nicely presented. The pace of the activity flowed very well and we had times to sit and enjoy different appetizers in between preparing the mail meal. We had a wonderful experience and a fantastic meal. We would definitely recommend this activity!!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for such a detailed review! We are delighted that you enjoyed the market tour and the flow of the cooking class. Our kitchen team takes great pride in keeping everything spotless and beautifully presented. It’s wonderful to know you had a fantastic meal and a memorable afternoon with us!
Best regards,
Marketing Team
Michele_A, Mar 2026
I recommend including the market tour for this cooking class. It was very much worth it and our guide gave us a lot of tips on products / ingredients for the two dishes we cooked in class. We also had a chance to purchase a few items too to take home with us. What a fun time. I enjoyed their motto most of all of cooking with passion, love and dancing❣️
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much! We are thrilled that you enjoyed the market tour and the tips on our local ingredients. It makes us so happy that our motto of 'cooking with passion, love, and dancing' resonated with you—it’s truly the heart of what we do! ❣️
Best regards,
Marketing Team
Mardi_E, Mar 2026
Fun class and delicious food. Our guide did a great job of keeping things moving even while repeating everything twice for both the English and Spanish speakers in our small group. Things moved at a good pace and we enjoyed the company if our fellow travelers and learning about the foods of Peru.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the pace of the class and that our guide did a great job balancing both English and Spanish for the group. It’s wonderful that you had a fun time learning about our local foods and sharing the experience with fellow travelers!
Best regards,
Marketing Team
dajah_n, Feb 2026
Fun, informative, productive. The food was amazing. The host and chef were cool!
Everything was safe and clean
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much! We are thrilled you found the class fun, productive, and informative. It's great to know you enjoyed the food and felt comfortable in our clean and safe environment. We'll pass the 'cool' compliment to the host and chef!
Best regards,
Marketing Team
Beth_F, Feb 2026
Tour guide Giovanna arrived on time in a beautiful car with driver. Went to a locals’ market to learn about fruits/veggies and the choices of fish and meats to prepare our foods. Then off to the professional kitchen when we met chef Ruth who joined Giovanna. Perfect English and translation! Clear hands, clean workspaces, and filtered water provided. Delicious ceviche, potatoes course, lomo saltado and sweet fruit tasting. We have the highest marks for the entire experience. Don’t hesitate to sign up. You’ll love it!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you! We are so happy you enjoyed the 'hands-on' experience, from the market visit to the ceviche and lomo saltado. Giovanna and Chef Ruth will be very pleased to hear your high marks for their English and professional kitchen setup!
Best regards,
Marketing Team
ryan_J, Feb 2026
Every part of this experience was exceptional! From the communication even prior to the actual day, Our pick up, our guide Arron, our chief Ruth, the staff that helped and lastly the food was incredible! Thanks for the most enjoyable time:)
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for the wonderful feedback, Ryan! We are thrilled that every part of your experience—from the initial communication and pickup to the market tour and cooking—was exceptional. Aaron, Ruth, and the rest of our team will be so happy to hear that the food and their service made for such an enjoyable time!
Best regards,
Marketing Team
Louie_D, Feb 2026
The food is excellent, the guide is very friendly…great experience in a very scenic part of the city!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for your kind words! We are happy that you enjoyed the excellent food and found our guide to be so friendly. We love providing great experiences in the most scenic parts of our city, and we are glad it was a highlight for you!
Maria P. Marketing Team
Ted_C, Feb 2026
Tour through market 2, exotic fruit tasting and cook 3 course meal The food was great, Maverick and chef are amazing.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for your feedback! We are so glad that Maverick and our chef provided an amazing experience for you. From the market tour to the final 3-course meal, we are happy you enjoyed the great food and local flavors!
Maria P. Marketing Team
Mia_P, Jan 2026
This class was excellent! From the pickup to the completion. It was fun, engaging, and informative. The guide was pleasant and the food was delicious.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
We are so glad you had such a fun and engaging class! It’s wonderful to know that everything from the pickup to the meal itself met your expectations. Thank you for your kind words about our guide and the food!
Maria P. Marketing Team
Tim_G, Jan 2026
Had a wonderful with guide Gaby and chef Ruth learning to make authentic Peruvian food! Made Lomo Soltado and Batatas Rellenos
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are thrilled that you had a wonderful time with Gaby and Chef Ruth. Learning to make Lomo Saltado and Papas Rellenas is such a fun experience, and we are glad you enjoyed the authentic flavors of Peru!
Maria P. Marketing Team
Gena_J, Jan 2026
A most educational and fun experience. Learned so much about the fruit and potato varieties of Peru. The cooking class was excellent and the food was outstanding. Our guide and chef made it a memorable and fun experience.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
We are so happy to hear that your experience was both educational and fun! It's great to know you enjoyed learning about the fruit and potato varieties and that our team made the cooking class memorable for you. Thank you for your kind words!
Maria P. Marketing Team
Sydney_O, Jan 2026
Great! Looking around the local market was awesome and so was our tour guide. The food came out delicious and I found the experience very educational.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed visiting the local markets and found the experience both educational and delicious.
Maria P.
Marketing Team
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