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Ix-Kool: Mayan Cooking Class Reflecting Ancient Cultures' Explosion of Flavors in Cozumel
4.8
313 Ratings
Cozumel
Ix-Kool, also known as Milpa in Spanish, signifies life from a bygone era. This concept presents an amalgamation of tastes and textures in each food item, reflecting the novelty and vivaciousness of the Mayan culture throughout the years, while still acknowledging its roots and remarkable cuisine progression over time.
Ix-Kool, also known as Milpa in Spanish, signifies life from a bygone era. This concept presents an amalgamation of tastes and textures in each food item, reflecting the novelty and vivaciousness of the Mayan culture throughout the years, while still acknowledging its roots and remarkable cuisine progression over time.
Duration:
2 hours, 45 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Av. Rafael E. Melgar 1 - They will be able to know the Mayan culture through flavors, cooking ancient Mayan recipes with ancestral ingredients, the traveler will delight in an explosion of flavors and textures in each of their foods, representing the freshness and innovation of the Mayan culture through years.
- Av. Rafael E. Melgar 1 - They will be able to know the Mayan culture through flavors, cooking ancient Mayan recipes with ancestral ingredients, the traveler will delight in an explosion of flavors and textures in each of their foods, representing the freshness and innovation of the Mayan culture through years.
What's Included
- Dishes to prepare
- Dishes to prepare
Meal Options
- Beans with pork - The two basic ingredients of this recipe are typical of the Mexican southeast.
- Cochinita pibil - The Cochinita is marinated in a mixture of sour orange juice and with a mixture of red spices made with “axiote” seeds.
- Sikilp´aak´ - Sikilp’aak ’is a typical Mayan snack that is widely consumed in this region of the country and cannot…
- Beans with pork - The two basic ingredients of this recipe are typical of the Mexican southeast.
- Cochinita pibil - The Cochinita is marinated in a mixture of sour orange juice and with a mixture of red spices made with “axiote” seeds.
- Sikilp´aak´ - Sikilp’aak ’is a typical Mayan snack that is widely consumed in this region of the country and cannot be found in other parts of Mexico-
- Cornbread - Dessert made with corn without flour.
Location
Av. Rafael E. Melgar 1
Avenida Rafael E. Melgar
Inside the Royal Village square, in room 53.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(313 Ratings)
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Dpc-di
Sep 26, 2025
Friendly and professional - Husband I and I enjoyed learning about Mayan cuisine. Staff very friendly and good natured. The food was excellent and the air conditioning was lovely.
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C
Jul 28, 2025
A MUST in Cozumel - This was the most amazing experience!! The food and service was incredible. I loved learning about the history of Mayan cuisine and follow along through taste. I am already planning on recommending it to several friends and family. Thank you for a great experience!!
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David_b
Jul 18, 2025
Great tour! - DO NOT EAT before going! Skip breakfast. Could not have been more happy with the authenticity of the tour. Great history lesson related to all things Mayan food. And it was all delicious too! Very hands on, would definitely take friends on another visit. Well done!
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Connector04159976303
Jun 26, 2025
Unexpectedly good, but a little hard to find - This is an extremely good tour of food from the Yucatán peninsula. It’s a bit difficult to find, if you don’t port near the Royal Village Shopping Center, but it is worth the effort to get here. You get to try several different traditional drinks and foods, and you get a history lesson on the flavors you’ll find within them. It isn’t clear, but it all happens inside the Ix Cool restaurant. You’ll be glad you came.
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Naturegurl71
Jun 16, 2025
Come hungry!!! - Come hungry!! We ate for two hours straight. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience from the hospitality to flavor to an informative presentation of Mayan cooking.
However, there was not much hands on cooking in this experience. We made guacamole and tortillas only. We were served a six course meal that was delicious. The experience started with Mayan dancers who blessed the food as well as played music and took time for pictures. Our host was enthusiastic and made this a fun experience.
I would highly recommend!
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Delitar
May 29, 2025
Cooking with fam - The most amazing experience. A must! The hosts were super warm and fun. We got a chance to visit the local market, select our produce and meat. We learned every step of the way. They even went as far as buying me a pastry and candle to celebrate my birthday as a little extra umph!!!! So much fun and the margarita was too!
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Q3762ttemilyk
May 2, 2025
Amazing experience! - This was a must-do! A wonderful experience with many different and delicious dishes. The staff was very kind and knowledgeable. We learned a lot about Mayan Cuisine. This is a wonderful restaurant, would recommend the class, but even if you don’t do the class you should still go to eat!
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S255hdiness
Apr 17, 2025
Amazing cooking experience in Cozumel - Booked the experience as one of our stops on our recent cruise. Quick walk from Royal Caribbean port to the restaurant. Staff was attentive from the moment of arrival. Instruction and participation was interactive throughout the experience. Food was amazing in taste and dishes were historically explained and described how they are prepared and served. The staff were knowledgeable and accommodating. Guests prepare/cook tow dishes and you are served the rest of the food prepared by the specialists. I recommend this for anyone visiting Cozumel.
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Gretchen_p
Apr 13, 2025
Delicious Mayan Cooking - The lesson included a comprehensive video, in-person instruction, and all of the ingredients and equipment needed to create several dishes. Other Mayan dishes were also included. It began with a Mayan ceremony and dancers. Links to ancient Mayan culture and the Spanish impact were explained. The food was delicious.
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Jeepnjudyva
Aug 10, 2025
Beware and read reviews before you book! - This experience could be better. We started 30 minutes late waiting for another group from another cruise ship and then the experience ended 30 minutes early so the 3.5-hour experience turned into a 2.5-hour experience. The restaurant is very echoey and they did not turn their music off, so the speaker was competing with the music. The food experience was fun and delicious, but some changes would make this experience much better! Also, you need to add railings on your stairs going up to the only bathroom. This seems dangerous for the elderly and small children. I should not have to write my review onsite to get a copy of the recipes. Extremely poor etiquette!
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