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Cancun Hands-On Mexican Cooking Class

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Overview

Learn the secrets of Mexican cooking with a hands-on lesson, led by a local English-speaking chef.

Receive expert step-by-step instructions to prepare a 4-course meal (5 dishes and 2 drinks) representing different regions of Mexico.

Get to know the art of Mexican cuisine by using traditional kitchen tools like Molcajete (stone mortar), Comal (flat griddle), and clay pots.

A private kitchen and intimate atmosphere at the most iconic mexican restaurant in Cancun is waiting for you!

What's Included

  • Drink including margarita.
  • 4-course hands-on cooking class
  • Food tasting
  • Extra food or drinks not specified.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Avenida Yaxchilán
Centro, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico

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End point

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What To Expect

The ultimate step-by-step cooking class to prepare a full Mexican meal!

Discover the step-by-step method to master the real Mexican taste for all your homemade meals. We’ll reveal exactly how you can dominate Mexican gastronomy even if you’re not a professional chef.

Stop struggling every time you get into the kitchen, learn to dominate the most classic Mexican recipes, methods, and kitchen tools.s selection, seasonal fruit tasting, tamalas tasting, free time to stroll around

Learn our grandmother's cooking secrets:

-How to prepare back home a homemade 4-course meal in less than 45 minutes, even if you've never done it before or struggle in the kitchen.
-Why you don't need a ton of ingredients to get an authentic Mexican meal after all.
-When and how you should add peppers even when you don't eat spicy instead of just getting out of the recipe.
-The surprising easy tip to select the perfect avocado for your Guacamole that you can put to use immediately.
-What the huge brand restaurant's chefs don’t even know about the Cancun local markets.

Sample Menu

Starter

Seasonal Fresh Fruit Tasting

Learn to choose the best fresh fruit in the local market and get a taste of real Mexican fruit.

Starter

Guacamole

Simple, yet difficult to accomplish to perfection, learn how to prepare this avocado and pico de gallo appetizer.

Starter

Handmade tortillas

The secret behind most Mexican dishes

Starter

Refried beans

As good Mexicans, we like beans everywhere!

Main

Sopes

Thick corn base with different stews toppings.

Main

Enchiladas

Rolled up chicken tacos drowned in green or red sauce topped with cream, cheese, and onion.

Dessert

Arroz con leche

Traditional dessert made with rice, milk, and sugar.

Dessert

Margarita

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cancun Hands-On Mexican Cooking Class?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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88 reviews

Average 4.80 out of 5 stars based on 88 traveler reviews collected by Cool Cancun and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (6)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cancun Hands-On Mexican Cooking Class?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Drink including margarita.
  • 4-course hands-on cooking class.
  • Food tasting.
  • English speaking local chef (guide).
The following is NOT included:
  • Extra food or drinks not specified.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
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Accessibility information for the Cancun Hands-On Mexican Cooking Class is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cancun Hands-On Mexican Cooking Class will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Cancun. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Drink including margarita.
  • 4-course hands-on cooking class
  • Food tasting
  • English speaking local chef (guide)
  • Extra food or drinks not specified.

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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