PRIVATE Mexico City Cooking Class with Culinary Historian Lucia
Mexico City, Mexicoby Traveling Spoon
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Private tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English, Spanish
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Overview
Cook alongside a culinary historian and university professor, in her beautiful home in San Ángel - one of Mexico City's most charming historic neighborhoods. More than a cooking class, this private experience explores the history, traditions, and regional flavors behind Mexico's most iconic dishes as you prepare seasonal recipes together using fresh local ingredients. You'll enjoy a hands-on experience, family recipes, and an authentic home-cooked meal - an interactive, intimate dining experience that's very different from eating at a restaurant.
What's included
- Private hands-on Mexican cooking class in Lucía's home
- Mexican beer or tequila
- Authentic homemade Mexican meal featuring seasonal family recipes
- Learn traditional Mexican cooking techniques and culinary history
Itinerary
Cook authentic Mexican recipes in Lucía's beautiful home and garden in San Ángel while discovering family traditions passed down through generations. Enjoy a private, hands-on cooking class or live demonstration—your choice. Learn from a culinary historian who teaches Mexican gastronomic history at local universities. Drawing on recipes passed down through her mother and grandmother, Lucía shares authentic techniques, seasonal ingredients, and the stories behind Mexico's diverse regional cuisines. Along the way, you'll discover cooking tips, ingredient secrets, and cultural insights you won't find in restaurants. Perfect for couples, families, and friends, this private experience features a personalized menu based on your preferences. Vegetarian and other dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice. After cooking, enjoy the meal you've prepared together, paired with Mexican beer or tequila, in the peaceful setting of Lucía's home and garden. Whether you're passionate about food or simply looking for an authentic cultural experience, this private Mexico City cooking class offers a memorable way to connect with local traditions through food.
Meeting and pickup
Lucia's home is in the San Angel neighborhood of Mexico City. She lives on Santo Desierto which is off Calz. Desierto de los Leones. Please check the 'Before you go' section on your confirmation voucher for the exact address, the above only offers a generic location in her neighborhood.
End point
Lucia's home is in the San Angel neighborhood of Mexico City. She lives on Santo Desierto which is off Calz. Desierto de los Leones. Please check the 'Before you go' section on your confirmation voucher for the exact address, the above only offers a generic location in her neighborhood.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- If anyone in your party has allergies, dietary restrictions, or cooking preferences, please let us know at the time of booking.
- Families are welcome! Children love helping Lucía prepare handmade sopes, tortillas, and fresh salsas from scratch using child-friendly cooking tools designed for young chefs.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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