Oaxacan Cuisine: Traditional Cooking Class

Immerse yourself in the flavors and traditions of Oaxacan cuisine with a hands-on cooking class. Learn to make memelitas and authentic mole while discovering the secrets of this vibrant culinary culture.

Duration: 4 hours, 45 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Gueta - First we will have a delicious hot chocolate and then, let’s cook! We will cook everything in beautiful clay pots as is traditionally done in Oaxaca.
    With your help we will prepare a delicious breakfast, we will make sauces and tortillas, which you will make with your own hands and I will help you at every step.
    After breakfast, we will…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Tea and coffee
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Alcoholic beverages
Meal Options
  • Candies, chocolate, sauces
  • Mole (varies depending on season)
  • Bananas, apples or some fruit DE season, roasted EN wood.
Additional Information

With the help of a traditional cook, you will discover the unique flavors of traditional Oaxacan cuisine, while learning about our traditions and culture.
In this class you will make delicious memelitas with your own hands, from preparing the dough to making a delicious molcajete sauce to accompany them.
I will teach you recipes that you can easily…

Location
Oaxaca Graphic Arts Institute
Calle Macedonio Alcalá
We will meet in front of the IAGO (Institute of Graphic Arts of Oaxaca) which is opposite the Church of Santo Domingo. There someone from our team will come by to transfer you to our kitchen located 15 minutes away.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Roving65829184284
Sep 22, 2025
Fabulous Cooking Class - I loved this cooking class. We learned to cook several authentic Oaxacan recipes in Su's beautiful, traditional kitchen. We shared breakfast, lunch, hot chocolate and alcoholic beverages, along with so many foodie facts and stories. So delicious. So much fun. Don't miss this one!
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Ann_g
Sep 21, 2025
This was a fantastic... - This was a fantastic experience. We learned to cook some authentic Oaxacan recipes, along with hot chocolate, alcohol beverages, foodie facts and stories- all set in a beautiful outdoor kitchen. Great food. Great company. Don't think twice about this one. It was the perfect day.
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Gaylynnnurse
Aug 31, 2025
Incredible experience! - This was not just a cooking class, it was a wonderful experience. Setting was beautiful, outdoor kitchen was beautiful and the food was incredible. I highly recommend!
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Sierra_g
Jul 30, 2025
Wonderful experience! - My husband and I had a fantastic time! The food was delicious, the company was even better! Make sure you book this experience, you will not regret it :)
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Curiosity30022372000
May 23, 2025
Excellent day to learn about Oaxaca cuisine - The experience was excellent! We learned about the traditional food and drinks of Oaxaca in a very typical atmosphere of the region; the hostess was very cordial and knowledgeable. Recommended!!
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J4446pkwendyb
Apr 2, 2025
A Great way to spend an interesting , fun and delicious day. - Sue created a fun and informative event. The dishes she selected were all delicious and her explanations of the history of the dishes enhanced the experience. All in all, it was a great way to spend a day and my husband and I highly recommend it.
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Lisau889
Apr 1, 2025
Great way to learn how to prepare authentic Oaxacan food. - Our cooking class with Gueta was excellent. It was educational and fun to learn about Oaxacan food. We prepared 2 meals which we all helped to make. Gueta is a great instructor and I would highly recommend this if you’re curious about Oaxacan food.
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Dw1952needham
Mar 24, 2025
Fantastic experience! - This was a fantastic experience. Sue was so warm and friendly. The food we made was great and the entire experience was amazing. We are sending my sister and her husband this week!
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Mrcruz730
Feb 21, 2025
Don't leave Oaxaca without making some mole with Su! - Su & Lis! Two of my favorite people in Oaxaca! I didn't have time to book early, so I was very grateful when this was available during my short trip to Oaxaca. The meet & transportation were smooth. Upon arrival, greeted with open arms. The class was fun, lively, informative, and very engaging! Hands on, great pace, and so delicious! The outdoor kitchen space is amazing, I'd love to have a space like that to entertain and cook outside at home!;) Memelas & moles, they made it seem so simple. Even as a chef, I left feeling so much more comfortable with my newfound love & knowledge of Oaxacan cuisine. Thank you ladies! Look forward to seeing you again someday! Cheers, Reino
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Bill_d
Feb 14, 2025
Great Cooking Experience! - Fantastic day cooking with Su! We were picked up on time and quickly transported to her location just outsize of Oaxaca where we spent a half day cooking and observing at her beautiful outdoor kitchen.
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up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).