• Calle 38 494J - Start your day with an engaging guided walking tour of Mérida’s lively main market, teeming with colors, scents, and energy. As you wander through the bustling aisles of Lucas de Gálvez Market, you’ll discover the seasonal fruits, spices, herbs, and fresh ingredients that are the essence of Yucatecan cuisine. Your guide will share insights into not only what locals cook with, but also the origins and sourcing of these ingredients.
  Enjoy a light breakfast featuring local snacks and traditional dishes, providing a delightful introduction to the region’s culinary culture.
  With freshly purchased ingredients, your guide will accompany you via local transportation to the warm and inviting home of your hostess. In her cozy kitchen, you’ll participate in a hands-on cooking class that offers much more than just recipes.
  Guided by her expertise, you’ll prepare a traditional 3-course Yucatecan meal from scratch. As you chop, stir, and season, you’ll learn the stories and traditions behind each dish, gaining an understanding of their cultural importance.
  Finally, sit down to relish the meal you’ve crafted, enjoying not just the food, but the shared experience and a deeper connection to Yucatán’s culinary heritage.

• English speaking guide
• 1 beer and agua fresca during lunch
• 3 course Lunch prepared by you
• 1 bottled water
• Light breakfast tasting
• Local bus & drop off transportation
• All cooking ingredients

• Personal expenses
• Tips to guide

The unique aspect of this experience is the genuine connection with the local culture in Mérida. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the city’s most traditional market, interact with vendors who have maintained their family recipes for generations, and cook in an authentic Yucatecan home. This is more than just a class — it’s an engaging cultural exchange where one can learn, taste, and experience the region’s culinary traditions firsthand.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.