Mexican cooking, tequila & mezcal experience

5.0
(2 reviews)
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Have you ever seen a kitchen with six different stoves?
Here we have it, and you and your partner, family and friends, can use it! Amazing, isn't it?

The best way to enjoy a culinary experience is by having all the guests cook at the same time, and we make that happen!
It’s a wonderful opportunity to have fun, learn from one another, and share culinary tips while also benefiting from the main chef's suggestions.
A lovely garden atmosphere completes the experience!

Transportation from/to downtown Playa del Carmen is included too, from an official meeting point, avoiding you to get public transport.

Example Menu

Starter

Ceviche Timbale

Ceviche timbale featuring layers of mango, avocado, and sweet potato, with a chipotle dressing and tortilla chips.

Main

Fish and Shrimps

Fish and shrimp marinated in achiote, wrapped in banana leaf, stuffed with mushrooms, and served with rice and xnipec sauce.

Dessert

Flamed Bananas

Flamed bananas topped with an eggnog sauce, served alongside ice cream and walnuts.

What's Included

Ceviche timbale with layers of mango, avocado and sweet potato. Fish and shrimp in achiote wrapped in banana leaf stuffed with mushrooms. Flamed bananas with eggnog sauce served with ice cream
A complimentary bottle of water x person
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Gratuities for chefs are optional and appreciated as a kind gesture for their knowledge and service.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet at Lara & Luca Restaurant, our starting point. Private parking is available for guests arriving by car. Feel free to wait inside, enjoy the air conditioning.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Step into the private home of an internationally experienced chef and discover the authentic flavors of Mexico through a hands-on culinary experience designed for food lovers of every skill level.

Learn the techniques, traditions, and stories behind some of Mexico's most iconic dishes while cooking with fresh local ingredients in a beautiful private kitchen and garden setting.

To complete the experience, enjoy a guided tasting of tequila and mezcal, exploring the unique character, production methods, and traditions behind Mexico's two most celebrated spirits.

Whether your class includes one signature dish or a complete three-course menu, every experience is designed to be interactive, relaxed, and personalized, allowing you to cook, learn, and enjoy every moment alongside your chef.

Your experience includes:
- Hands-on cooking with an internationally experienced chef
- Fresh local ingredients
- Mexican chile workshop (fresh & dried varieties)
- Guided tequila & mezcal tasting
- Enjoy the dishes you prepare in the chef's beautiful private garden
- Round-trip transportation from downtown Playa del Carmen

Minimum booking: 2 guests.

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
Supplied by Soul Experiences Mexico

Tags

Plantation Tours
Cooking Classes
Small Group
Food & Drink
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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