Yucatecan Cooking Class: Taste Local Flavors

Join a hands-on Yucatan cooking class in Cancun, explore local markets, and savor authentic dishes. Perfect for food lovers seeking cultural immersion.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Av. Del Sol 11 - Unwind and enjoy refreshing mojitos and spice-infused iced tea while you chop, sizzle, and simmer throughout the afternoon!
    With straightforward guidance from our culinary chef, you’ll create 8 genuine Mexican dishes, featuring unlimited drinks, a variety of appetizers, a flavorful main course with vegetables, and two delectable…
What's Included
  • Dinner
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Bottled water
What's Not Included
  • transfer
Meal Options
  • Margarita - Bottomless… All you care to make and drink
  • Tostadas de pollo
  • Extra zesty Guacamole
  • Quesadillas
  • Salsas
  • Burrito
  • Tacos
  • Arroz con Leche - (a creamy, sweet rice dessert)
Additional Information

Explore the distinctive tastes of Yucatecan cuisine with this engaging small group “eat-as-you-make-it” cooking class in a local Cancun residence.
This enjoyable and interactive session allows participants to create 9 authentic recipes and beverages that showcase the region’s rich flavors.
Begin with an optional visit to a lively Cancun market, where…

Location
Av. Del Sol 11
Avenida Del Sol
Please contact us via Whatsapp for the correct meeting point, as we have two possible kitchen studios.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Deejhb2025
May 26, 2025
Thanks for amazing foooood!!!! - Thanks for amazing food, drinks, and chizme 😘🥰😍. Highly recommended! We’ll definitely come back and see you again :)
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Gregorydo3953pn
May 26, 2025
Best cooking class we took! - This was completely unexpected. We were welcomed by the chef’s personal house and space. We instantly felt like home - like we were just catching up like old friends. Melissa is a well cultured and traveled chef. We learned to make a lot of food - fresh guacamole, ceviche, pollo pibil, and platanos. We also had several alcoholic drinks. We were also going to make empanadas but it was already a lot of food. Melissa had such an amazing personality, and we also got to learn more about her and her life as a chef. This was literally one of the best and personalized cooking classes we’ve been to. It was well worth it. One of our favorite experiences in Cancun! I wish all cooking classes were like this!
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Explore34816264056
May 24, 2025
Lovely hosts and perfect for any type of trip! - Such lovely hosts and foods. Would 1000% recommend to try this authentic Mexican cooking experience. We also had a special surprise of a mariachi band as a compliment from the hosts, that we throughly enjoyed. Drinks were also amazing and we also got to make our own to our taste and well as a sorbet shot that was so delicious!!!
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Hau9527pe
May 24, 2025
Amazing cooking class in canchn - Stephanie & Israel were amazing and so friendly. We had a great time and so much fun! They made us feel so welcome in their home and we had such an authentic and traditional cooking class. The food was phenomenal and we had a mariachi band too which added to it- an amazing experience I will never forget!!
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108nikig
Apr 12, 2025
Must Try!!! Awesome evening and great company!! - Mel and her new hubby were so welcoming and made us feel right at home. It is a true cooking class so expect to chop, dice, clean and enjoy the fruits of your labor. It was a super relaxing evening in their Cancún apartment and we would recommend to ANYONE looking for a different experience Our group quickly hit it off with Mel and Israel and felt like we were in our own kitchen. Try it!.
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Richard
Apr 4, 2025
Cook in Fiesta—A Gastronomical Delight - What a wonderful afternoon. Chef Mel was outstanding in her selection of food, explanation of how to prepare the food, how the ingredients complimented each other and in involving us in all aspects of preparation. The result was an outstanding lunch. I would be remiss not to mention how personable Chef Mel is. I would highly recommend this experience to all.
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Antoineh934
Mar 29, 2025
Authentic and delicious experience! - I enjoyed my experience with Chef Mel. The atmosphere was authentic Mexican and the food delicious!
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Tourist11286072673
Mar 16, 2025
Really nice experience - Attending the Eat and Drink Cancun cooking class at Chef Mel's home was an incredible experience. From the warm welcome to the stunning terrace setting, everything felt intimate and inviting. The class was hands-on, with Chef Mel guiding us through authentic Mexican dishes like homemade tortillas, salsas, and a flavorful main course. Locally sourced ingredients and expert drink pairings, including mezcal tastings, enhanced the experience. Beyond cooking, the class was engaging and fun, filled with cultural insights and camaraderie. Whether you're a beginner or a foodie, this four-hour class is a must-do in Cancun!
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German_i
Feb 11, 2025
An overall fun... - An overall fun experience! Be open minded to different cuisines and experiences with this experience. You are in Chef Mel’s home, which is a unique experience to cook in a legitimate Mexican kitchen that people use daily. Starting off with the guacamole was great. Definitely recommend pairing it with the chicharron, for those whom are calories conscious. Empanadas were nice appetizer too, finally the main dish being the chicken pibil. If you’re into history and want to know about Mayan meals, history and culture her husband Israel is definitely willing to talk about it with you. Chef Mel and Israel are both so welcoming and friendly. Something that should be considered doing for a different view of Cancun and Mexico in general.
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From $85
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).