4hr Cooking Class in Merida with Bottomless Drinks
Merida, Mexicoby Cook in Fiesta
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Up to 30 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English, Spanish
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Overview
Immerse yourself in the culinary culture of the Yucatán during a small-group cooking class in Mérida. Learn about the ingredients, techniques, and regional traditions that define Yucatecan cuisine from your local host. This experience goes beyond simply eating out. You’ll understand how these dishes are prepared, why certain ingredients like achiote and chaya are essential to the region, and how to recreate the recipes at home. • Learn more about Yucatán cuisine than you would by dining at restaurants • Small-group format ensures personalized guidance and interaction • Ideal for curious food lovers who enjoy hands-on experiences • Enjoy unlimited drinks while you cook and dine
What's included
- Soda/Pop
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Dinner
- Includes: All necessary ingredients and cooking equipment. Instruction from the Chef.
- transfer
Itinerary
Join a hands-on cooking experience inside a real Yucatán kitchen in Mérida and step into the local way of eating. You’ll join a small group and jump straight into the kitchen, preparing traditional dishes such as Sopa de Lima and Yucatecan Tamales. The rhythm is relaxed and practical, focused on how families in the Yucatán actually cook, not on rigid instructions. As you cook, your host shares regional techniques, ingredient sourcing tips, and the cultural meaning behind each dish. Most ingredients can be found internationally, so the skills you gain travel home with you. Along the way, candid photos are taken so you leave with real memories. After the experience, you’ll receive a digital recipe book so you can recreate the full Yucatán menu back home. When everything is ready, the group sits down to enjoy the meal prepared together. Bottomless drinks are served, glasses are raised, and the kitchen becomes a shared table of conversation and laughter. You’re not watching from the outside, you’re part of it. You leave with practical cooking skills, repeatable recipes, new connections, and the confidence of our 5-star money-back guarantee.
Meeting and pickup
It’s a 25-minute Uber ride from downtown. The Chef will meet you outside this address. His contact number will be sent by our booking manager. We will contact you via Whatsapp/SMS/Email with more details about the start time and meeting point.
End point
It’s a 25-minute Uber ride from downtown. The Chef will meet you outside this address. His contact number will be sent by our booking manager. We will contact you via Whatsapp/SMS/Email with more details about the start time and meeting point.
Good to know
- 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!
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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