Cooking Class in Puntarenas Province

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

Enhance your Costa Rican experience with a cooking class in Cabuya, a quiet coastal village just outside Montezuma. Begin your journey in Montezuma town, where you'll meet your group and enjoy a short scenic drive to Cabuya.

Once there, a local chef will welcome you into their kitchen and guide you through preparing classic Costa Rican dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients. From staples like gallo pinto and handmade tortillas to flavorful side dishes, you'll learn step by step in a relaxed and interactive environment.

After class, gather around the table to savor the dishes you've prepared together. It's an authentic, cultural, and delicious way to spend a lunch in Costa Rica.

Example Menu

Main

Tropical Cooking

Ceviche Tropical salad - greens, Avo, heart of palm, passionfruit vinaigrette Coconut crusted Mahi Mahi with mango ginger sauce Coconut Rice Dessert

What's Included

Round-trip transportation from Montezuma Bus Station
All cooking ingredients and equipment
Alcoholic Beverages
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet at the Montezuma Bus Station

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Begin your Costa Rican culinary adventure in Montezuma, where you'll be greeted and driven to the charming coastal village of Cabuya. Along the way, enjoy the scenic views of the jungle and ocean before arriving at your open-air kitchen.

Your cooking experience starts with a warm welcome and a short introduction to the local ingredients you'll be using. You'll learn about the history and traditions behind Costa Rican cuisine, then roll up sleeves to prepare a full meal step by step.

With guidance from your local instructor, you'll chop, season, and cook authentic dishes - from fresh tropical salads to traditional Costa Rican mains. Each guest participates hands-on, so you'll feel fully involved in the process.

After the cooking is done, sit down together and share the meal you've prepared, accompanied by fresh fruit juice. You'll leave not only with a satisfied stomach but also new skills and recipes you can take home.

Transportation will bring you back to Montezuma after the class.

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Supplied by Pura Vida Bites

Tags

Cooking Classes
Small Group
Food & Drink

Cancellation Policy

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

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