Mexican Cooking from Scratch in a Local Home in Tulum
About
Fresh ingredients, everything from scratch, flavors of our traditional Mexico; in a beautiful Mexican-style house, surrounded by gardens, everything is set and carefully hand-picked for you to enjoy and live an authentic cultural and gastronomical immersion to the deepest traditions and roots of our ancient Mexican cuisine. Our gastro-cultural experience starts off with a brief introduction to the essential flavors and ingredients of Mexican cuisine, follow by a mezcal tasting, where we will learn, superficially, about its main characteristics and the right way to taste it.
Then, in an ambiance full of joy, music and laughter, we will prepare a full menu with sides, salsa and fruit water "agua fresca"
- Up to 14 travelers in the group
What to expect
Ancient mexican cooking techniques and flavors, fresh ingredients, tortillas from scratch... everything is ready for you to enjoy a cultural immersion in Mexican food, culture, and traditions, all this in a beautiful Mexican house, nestled among the always green and beautiful Yucatan jungle... Our Culinary experience starts with a brief introduction and examples of México's essential ingredients and flavors, most representative food, how to classify and bu dry chiles, and all about tortilla process. Then, we´ll go through the whole process, from scratch, to prepare and cook an authentic and traditional Mexican meal, including the star of Mexican food: tortillas from scratch! Many of the dishes you will learn and cook come from my own family recipes. As a Mexican native, I inherited my Mexican cuisine from my previous generations, and my passion too! Cooking class completed, we´ll sit down to enjoy the fruits of our labor, along with a "jarrito de agua fresca " or beer, or wine, or both!
Sample menu
Tacos al Pastor
Thin pork loin strips, marinated with 3 chiles, specias, achiote, orange and pinnaple fresh juice; served with grill pinneaple, cilantro and salsa.
Guacamole
Prepared , with tomatillo, chile serrano, cilantro, avocado and garlic, happy to share with you my abuela secret to keep it fresh and green.
Three milk and creme cheese jelly.
Light and easy dessert, perfect for hot days.
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What’s included
- All food and drinks are included in the price. Including beer, national wine and mezcal.
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Meeting & pickup
Our address is: Calle Ciricote #13, Residencial Riviera Tulum We are located at a residential area so the guard at the security booth will ask for in an ID and will give it back when you leave.