Cooking Class in Sacred Valley 8 Recipes and Drinks

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

Discover the real flavors of Peru inside a local home in the Sacred Valley.

In this small-group cooking experience, you’ll learn how traditional Peruvian dishes are prepared in everyday life. Guided by a local host, you’ll work with regional ingredients and simple techniques used across the Andes.

Get hands-on as you prepare a variety of authentic recipes while enjoying classic drinks like Pisco Sour and chicha morada. This is a relaxed and social experience designed to go beyond restaurants and give you a deeper understanding of Peruvian food culture.

Example Menu

Starter

Chicha morada

Traditional Peruvian drink made from purple corn, widely consumed across the country

Starter

Cancha (toasted corn)

A classic Peruvian snack made from toasted corn, often served before meals

Starter

Pisco sour

Peru’s most iconic cocktail, prepared during the experience

Main

Cebiche

One of Peru’s most traditional dishes, prepared using local techniques

Main

Papa rellena

Stuffed potato prepared in a classic homemade style, common in Peruvian cuisine

Main

Salsa huancaína

Traditional sauce made with yellow pepper and cheese, served with different local dishes

Dessert

Picarones

Traditional Peruvian dessert made from a pumpkin-based dough

Dessert

Raw sugar syrup with spices

A classic accompaniment used in traditional desserts

What's Included

Full tasting menu of your creations, lovingly plated
5-Star Experience Guarantee — or your money back
Hands‑On Cooking Lesson  with a local expert
Bottled water, soft drinks, cocktails & a recipe booklet
All fresh ingredients, professional cookware
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Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will contact you via Whatsapp/SMS/Email with more details about the start time and meeting point.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Step into a real home in the Sacred Valley and discover how Peruvian food is truly prepared beyond restaurants.

You’ll meet your local host and a small group to begin a hands-on cooking experience rooted in Andean traditions. No experience is needed, just curiosity. Whether it’s your first time cooking or not, you’ll learn practical techniques and cultural insights you won’t find in cookbooks.

Together, you’ll prepare a variety of traditional dishes such as ceviche, papa rellena, and classic sauces, along with local drinks like chicha morada and Pisco Sour. As you cook, your host will share the stories behind each recipe and how these foods are part of everyday life in the region.

With step-by-step guidance, everything is easy to follow and designed so you can recreate the dishes at home. After the cooking, sit down with your group to enjoy the meal you prepared in a relaxed and social setting.

You’ll leave with recipes, new skills, and meaningful memories, plus photos captured during the experience. And for total peace of mind, your experience is backed by our 5-star money-back guarantee.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Anybody under 18 or don't drink Alcohol? We can make Virgin versions of our drinks!
Supplied by Cook in Fiesta

Tags

Cooking Classes
Small Group
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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