Cooking Class in Cancun with Traditional Dishes and Drinks

5.0
(29 reviews)

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

Discover the unique flavors of Yucatecan cuisine during this immersive small group “eat-as-you-make-it” cooking class in a local Cancun home.

In this fun and hands-on experience, you’ll prepare 9 traditional recipes and drinks that highlight the rich flavors of the region.

Start by (optionally) visiting a bustling Cancun market, where you’ll shop for fresh ingredients and sample traditional Yucatecan favorites, including the iconic cochinita pibil.

Then, get your hands dirty as you prepare an appetizer, main dish, and dessert, guided by a skilled culinary chef.

Finally, sit down to enjoy the delicious creations you’ve prepared, all while learning about local culture, food, and traditions in a family home setting.

Vegan and vegetarian alternatives available upon request (please specify when booking).

Example Menu

Starter

Margarita

Bottomless... All you care to make and drink

Starter

Tostadas de pollo

Crispy golden tortillas crowned with succulent shredded chicken, fresh herbs, and a zesty drizzle that bursts with flavor.

Starter

Extra zesty Guacamole

Velvety avocado whipped with bright lime, peppery cilantro, and a pinch of sea salt — creamy, tangy, utterly craveable.

Starter

Quesadillas

Melted cheese folded in pillowy tortillas, griddled until crisped edges give way to molten bliss.

Starter

Salsas

A rainbow of fresh, flavor-packed salsas.

Main

Burrito

A warm, hand-rolled bundle brimming with tender fillings, melty cheese, and a symphony of savory spices.

Main

Tacos

Crispy, golden tortillas cradling juicy, seasoned bites and topped with a spruced rainbow of fresh garnishes.

Dessert

Arroz con Leche

A creamy, sweet rice dessert.

What's Included

Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Dinner
transfer

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please contact us via Whatsapp for the correct meeting point, as we have two possible kitchen studios.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Get ready for a sizzling Mexican afternoon where the kitchen hums with laughter, music drifts through the air, and the scent of grilled tortillas mingles with fresh lime and cilantro.

Guided by Chef Mel, you’ll roll, grill, and season your way through handmade tortillas, vibrant guacamole, a flavorful main dish with vegetables, and two indulgent desserts. Along the way, she’ll weave in stories about local ingredients, cooking customs, and her own family recipes, turning each step into a cultural discovery.

This afternoon blends hands-on cooking with all-inclusive indulgence: unlimited margaritas, mojitos, and iced tea (virgin options available), a full multi-course menu prepared from scratch, and recipes you will take home. Every dish is made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, and none of them contain pork, so everyone can enjoy freely!

Book now to make this flavorful fiesta the highlight of your trip to Cancún.
And if your experience isn’t 5-star worthy, we’ll gladly refund you in full.

This experience happens in the safety of our chef's home and not in a culinary studio. You'll get a glimpse into how locals live, cook and eat.

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Supplied by Cook in Fiesta

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Dinner
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Cancellation Policy

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

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