3h Cooking Class in Mexico City: 8 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks

4.9
(47 reviews)
Mexico City, Mexico

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

Join a hands-on cooking class that immerses you in the amazing culinary scene of Mexico City. You’ll learn to make some of the capital’s most iconic dishes while uncovering the cultural significance behind each recipe.

Relax and sip refreshing margaritas as you chop, sizzle, and simmer through the afternoon! With easy-to-follow instructions from our Guide, you’ll prepare eight authentic Mexican recipes, including bottomless drinks, appetizers, main dishes and a dessert.
This cooking adventure leads to a fulfilling meal, perfectly satisfying without being too heavy

The Guide will delight you with fascinating stories about local cuisine, customs, and personal experiences, making this class enriching and entertaining. It’s a fun and interactive way to experience Mexico City, with dynamic conversations and a deep dive into Mexican culinary traditions. Come for the fun, stay for the food, and leave with lasting memories, photos, and recipes! It’ll be the highlight of your trip to Mexico!

Example Menu

Starter

Guacamole with Pico de Gallo

Avocado prepared with tomato, onion, cilantro, and serrano chili. Served with handmade tortilla chips.

Main

Fried corn quesadillas

Corn quesadillas filled with Oaxaca cheese (optional) and your choice of stew: chicken tinga, mushrooms, or huitlacoche (seasonal).

Main

Tostadas with Chicken tinga or mushrooms

Crispy corn tortillas topped with a tomato-based stew.

Starter

Mexican street corn (esquites)

Classic Mexico City street-style corn with mayonnaise, cheese, lime, and chili powder.

Starter

Mini sopes with refried beans and fresh cheese

Thick corn masa bases topped with beans, cheese, lettuce, and shredded meat.

Starter

Mezcal-margarita with gusano salt

Margarita prepared with mezcal and served with traditional worm salt.

Starter

Jamaica water

Traditional hibiscus water made from dried local flowers.

Main

Classic green salsa

Green salsa made with tomatillos and dried chiles.

Main

Camote en tacha

Sweet potatoes cooked in piloncillo syrup with cinnamon and clove.

Dessert

Arroz con leche

Traditional rice pudding with cinnamon and Mexican vanilla.

What's Included

Small group for a personalized experience
All ingredients, utensils, and apron provided - nothing to bring
Recipe booklet in digital format to recreate dishes at home
5-Star Experience Guarantee - or your money back
Full meal (appetizer, main dish, dessert) + unlimited drinks
Hands-on cooking experience guided by a bilingual local chef
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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

Begin your experience inside a true Mexican home kitchen, where authentic local flavors and hands-on cooking come together in a small-group setting.

Meet your local host and fellow travelers to begin your culinary adventure. No prior cooking experience is necessary, and you’re bound to learn something new about Mexican cuisine and culture, whether you’re a novice or an expert chef.

Together, you’ll prepare traditional Mexican dishes such as guacamole and quesadillas, along with appetizers and the classic margarita.

As you follow step-by-step guidance throughout the class, you’ll learn practical methods used locally that are easy to recreate back home. Your host will also capture candid photos to help you remember the experience.

Most ingredients are easy to find worldwide, and you’ll receive a digital recipe book plus a curated Mexico City Food Guide to keep exploring local flavors.

When the meal is ready, sit together to enjoy the dishes you’ve prepared and toast with a homemade margarita and a complimentary glass of wine.

You’ll leave with recipes, practical skills, meaningful moments, keepsakes — and the peace of mind of our 5-star money-back guarantee.

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • We can accomodate to your food allergies or intolerances, let us know in advance Dont drink Alcohol? We can make Virgin versions of our drinks!
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