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Merida Shore Excursion- Mexican Cooking Class with Port Transfers

Merida, Mexico
  • 4 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Born in Mérida, Sofia delights in preparing local Yucatecan and Mayan dishes that showcase the cultural heritage of the Yucatán Peninsula. An accomplished home-cook, Sofia learned to cook from her mother and grandmother. She loves having guests in her home and gets great pleasure by sharing her Yucatecan culture through food and a pleasant conversation.
  • Discover Merida with our excursions from the port to a local home, for a private Yucatecan cooking class
  • Roll up your sleeves and help prepare a Mexican meal in a local's home
  • Enjoy a home cooked Yucatecan meal served with local beer and dessert
  • Experience a taste of true Mexican cuisine and dive into the country's wonderful culture with this welcoming local!
  • Vegetarian options available, on request
  • Port transfers are included in your Merida Shore Excursion

Sample Menu

Starter

Please choose ONE from the below options

it will be served with a glass of local beer and salsas

Main

Menu 1

Appetizer: Sikilpak (pumpkin seed dip), Guacamole, Codzitos (Yucatecan appetizer) + Main: Panuchos y Salbut (tortillas) + Dessert: Mousse de Mango

Main

Menu 2

Appetizer: Sikilpak (Mayan pumpkin seed dip), Empanada de Chaya, Tortitas de Chaya + Main: Tacos al Pastor + Dessert: Crema de Coco

What's Included

  • Round-trip transfers from the Auto Progreso shuttle terminal in Progreso to Sofia's home in Mérida
  • Private Yucatecan cooking class in Mérida with your host, Sofia
  • Hands-on cooking instruction using traditional family recipes
  • Home-cooked Yucatecan meal
  • Alcoholic Beverages
    Two glasses of local Yucatán beer (or non-alcoholic beverages)

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup point

    • Auto Progreso
      Calle 62 524 x Calle 65 y 67, C. 62 524, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yuc., Mexico

    Pickup details

    Sofia will pick you up from this shuttle terminal - Shuttle Terminal Progreso (Auto Progreso Shuttle Station at the door on Calle 82) and drive you to her home in Chelem. Sofia will drop you off at the shuttle terminal at the end of your culinary experience. In Progreso, there is a long stretch from where your ship docks to the terminal building (approximately 3 miles). Please be advised that all passengers must use the shuttle bus located ship-side in order to exit the port area to meet the local tour representative. There will be two shuttle buses as you debark from the ship. Only the white "AUTOPROGRESO" shuttle buses will take you to where the local tour representative is waiting. Upon debarkation, please take the shuttle bus that goes straight to the terminal; please verify that you are boarding the white shuttle bus with "AUTOPROGRESO" written on the side. It is important that this is the only shuttle bus you board, as the other shuttle does NOT go to the terminal building. After boarding the "AUTOPROGRESO" shuttle, you will be driven approximately 3 miles before reaching the terminal building. The shuttle from the cruise port to the mainland makes two stops, one at Mercado (market station) and the other at the Auto Progreso terminal. Do NOT get off at the market station stop. Get off at the Auto Progreso terminal stop. Once you exit the shuttle bus, you will walk through the terminal (about 5 or 6 steps), and exit the terminal building onto the main street/road. You will meet your host, Sofia, at this exit where she will organize you with your transportation and from here she will pick you up and together you will drive approximately 40 minutes to her home. Sofia will drop you off upon return at the shuttle terminal after your excursion. If you encounter any difficulties on the day of the tour, please contact Sofia directly, her number is in your voucher.

    Operating hours
    .10:30 am

    What To Expect

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Vegetarian options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
    • Menu may vary depending on the season. If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
    • Private, personalized experience
    • Your Progreso, Merida Shore Excursion includes a private, hands-on Yucatecan cooking class, a glass of local alcohol and port pick-up and drop off (Sofia will pick you up from the Auto Progreso shuttle terminal and drive you to her home in Chelem, and will drop you off at the shuttle terminal at the end of your culinary experience)
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    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 8 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Wonderful experience.

    Heather_L, Mar 2022
    Ismael is incredibly personable and knowledgeable. The three of us had a wonderful day visiting the market, learning about food and cooking in Ismael’s home. The dishes we helped prepare were delicious. We try to take a cooking class when we travel internationally. This experience did not disappoint.

    Awesome

    Trevor_W, Jun 2021
    This was a wonderful experience for us! Ismael is a knowledgeable and fun guide to the city and its food. Some highlights for us included tasting fruits we had never seen before at the market, understanding the progression of making a delicious soup, and learning more about the history of the city. As first-time visitors to Mexico City, we found this to be a great way to begin our stay. Thanks, Ismael!

    From $135.00

    per person

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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