Playa del Carmen · COOKING CLASSES
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This is the shortlist for anyone with one free day: the 15 cooking classes in Playa del Carmen that are worth the drive, each with its price, its verdict from the people who went, and the one thing to know before you book.
Cook Mexican food from scratch in a Tulum home, making tortillas, guacamole, tacos al pastor, and a tutored mezcal tasting with a shared meal.
“Amazing experience! Had the best time learning about the food and had a really fun time making everything. Lupita was the best! 10/10 recommend!”
Cook ancient Mayan recipes in Cozumel at Ix Kool. Make tortillas and guacamole, learn the culture, then enjoy a full meal.
“This was the second time that I arranged for a group of friends to take this Mayan cooking class. The food and class were excellent again. Everyone enjoyed the experience and the food. However: 1) we booked a private class for 13 people, but there was another group there which stretched the resources (too many people at one time for one instructor); 2) please consider having all people who handle food for others (e.g., when making tortillas) use gloves because hand sanitizer isn't sufficient; 3) put a banister/railing on the very steep stairs going to the restrooms (they are too difficult for some people to manage and some had to…”
Hands-on Mexican cooking class in Playa del Carmen with Chef Alma. Learn tortillas, salsa, mole, guacamole, and enjoy lunch.
“From the history of Playa Del Carmen, to the hands on cooking from an experienced chef, every moment was wonderful. We left very full with a list of recipes to try at home!”
Market shopping at Mercado Lucas de Gálvez, then a hands-on 3-course Yucatecan cooking class in a family home, with Uber back to downtown.
“It was educational and fun! A chance to shop in a market with Zulma to explain the produce, to taste great food and see corn tortillas being made!”
Cancun market visit and Mexican cooking class with fresh ingredients, a 4-course meal, and margaritas, plus convenient hotel pickup.
“G and Victor made the experience very pleasant. I would definitely recommend anyone who enjoys cooking to try it out. Make sure you have G and Victor as your guide!”
Hands-on Mexican cooking in a chef’s home in Playa del Carmen, with tequila and mezcal tasting, optional 1-course or 3-course menus.
“Very informative. Coty had so many great tips, I learned so much. Looking forward to coming back!! ......................”
Small-group Cozumel cooking class with a market tour, fresh ingredients, handmade tortillas, salsas, guacamole, and margaritas at Josefina’s.
“Very personal experience! Extremely knowledgeable host Jeronimo! Highly recommend for great food and fun with friends or family! We learned much about all the ingredients and how to make each recipe ( which we received later plus many other recipes included )! Jeronimo and Angie (his sister from another mother) were excellent hosts to our group of 5! Everything was delicious! Made our own tortillas too :)”
Learn salsa and make fresh salsa and guacamole at Costa Maya’s Poncho’s, then relax at the beach club with an open bar.
“Eric was wonderful. The salsa and guacamole turned out great. I was we’ll taken care of during this venture!”
Cancún cooking class with tortilla making, guacamole tips, and an included margarita, plus optional local market tour and 4-course meal.
“Nissam was our chef and he was amazing! My husband and I were the only 2 in this group. Getting ingredients at the local market is so different than in a commercialized setting; so fresh and colorful. For the class, we made guacamole, chicken enchiladas, quesadilla, and sopas. We pressed our own tortillas with actual masa, made the red cause from scratch and the guacamole was made from all fresh ingredients! Both the guacamole and enchilada sauce were customized to our spice preference. The food was amazing (and the included margarita was perfection) and we left full and content!!!! Highly recommended.”
Private Yucatecan cooking class in Mérida at Sofia’s home, hands-on dishes, habanero salsa, local beer, and dinner.
“This was such an amazing opportunity. So thankful Sophia shared her culture and recipes. The food was authentic and delicious. Learned lots of tips and tricks too.”
Mayan jungle Mexican cooking class with 6 courses, organic garden herbs, tequila fiesta, and recipe book, near Cancun.
“5-Star excursion all the way! We had a pleasant gentleman pick us up from our hotel which was 40 minutes from Chef Alejandra's kitchen. Roundtrip fare was approx. $90- we had 4 people in our party and we picked up another couple on the way- so the experience was max. 6 people. The property was secluded in the Mayan lush jungle like atmosphere- there was a very large garden with many fruits and vegetables. It was a rainy day but it did not spoil the fun as was most indoors or under a pavilion ourdoors. I suggest wearing comfy shoes to walk around as the outdoor garden area. THere was…”
Cancun’s 3.5-hour hands-on Mexican cooking class for up to 10 people. Make 4 courses, taste fruit and tamales, sip margaritas.
“It takes a while to make all of the food, but it is worth it. So enjoyed seeing the local market and learning the local cooking techniques. Everyone at the restaurant is great. If you want mariachi band...be prepared to pay $5/song. We chose not to pay for them to play.”
Shop Mérida’s Lucas de Gálvez market, then cook Yucatecan classics at a local home, with three courses and drinks for $95.
“This was a super fun day, starting with meeting new fellow travelers, a great guide, a fun visit to the market and then the sweetest ladies who opened their home and led us thru the preparation of a delicious meal! Will certainly recommend and do again!”
Cook Cancun classics at Chef Alberto’s home in a small group. Make salsas, tortillas, and a full lunch in about 3 hours.
“Such a fun & unique experience to go to the market. And then, we went to his home and helped cook a meal with his amazing mom. A great learning experience, delicious food and wonderful people!”
Cook in Fiesta in Cancun is a 4-hour home cooking class with 8 recipes, unlimited margaritas, and a digital recipe book for $110.
“We had a great time with Melissa. All 6 of us enjoyed preparing the dishes and we enjoyed the lovely patio for dining.”
