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5 Hours
Daily Tour
15 people
English, Espanol
Step into the vibrant world of Mexican cuisine on this culinary adventure. Your journey begins with a visit to Cancún’s bustling Mercado 23, a local market teeming with the vibrant colors and aromas of Mexico’s freshest produce.
Then, you’ll move on to the heart of the experience – a hands-on cooking class led by our chef. Master the use of traditional utensils like the molcajete and comal as you prepare a four-course feast that captures the essence of Mexican cuisine.
You’ll create a menu of iconic dishes during the class, including guacamole, handmade tortillas, sopes, enchiladas, and margaritas. Follow our chef’s expert guidance, and with each step, you’ll uncover the intricacies of Mexican cooking techniques and the harmonious blending of flavors that make this cuisine a world-renowned treasure.
The tasting session is the grand finale of your culinary odyssey, where you’ll savor the banquet you’ve lovingly prepared.
Note:
– We pick up travelers at their hotel lobby in Cancun´s hotel zone
– Don’t forget to bring comfortable clothes and shoes, cash or credit card for personal expenses, souvenirs, and drinks
– Minimum age to participate: 12 years of age accompanied by an adult
– For alcohol tasting you must be at least 18 years old with a valid ID
– All sales are final
This experience is not just about tasting delicious dishes; it's about immersing yourself in the very essence of Mexican cooking.
Your adventure begins with a visit to the vibrant and bustling Mercado 23 in Cancún, a local market brimming with colorful displays of fresh herbs, vegetables, meats, and seafood.
Now, it's time for the main event – a hands-on cooking class led by our experienced chef. In an intimate setting within one of Cancún's oldest and most renowned Mexican restaurants, you'll master the art of cooking with traditional utensils such as the molcajete and comal, unveiling the richness of Mexican cuisine recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
During the class, you'll be guided through the preparation of iconic dishes like guacamole, handmade tortillas, sopes, enchiladas, and margaritas. The culmination of your culinary journey is the tasting session, where you'll savor the banquet you've prepared with your own hands, complemented by regional beverages.
STARTER: Guacamole
Simple yet complicated to achieve perfection, learn how to prepare a starter based on avocado and pico gallo.
STARTER: Handmade Tortillas
The secret behind most Mexican dishes, learn why it is so important.
MAIN: Sopes
Almost like a taco, only thicker and with different accompaniments.
MAIN: Enchiladas
Folded tortillas with tomato sauce, cream, cheese and onion.
MAIN: Margaritas
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