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A person holding an avocado, with a table displaying various fruits and vegetables. 1
A bowl of food with diced tomatoes, onions, and herbs on a checkered tablecloth. 2
A pan on a stove with a pair of tongs holding a green vegetable. 3
Two people toasting at a table with various dishes and drinks. 4
Two people seated at a table with a colorful tablecloth, various dishes including what appears to be tamales, and a metal gate in the background. 5

Empanadas, Salsas & Spirits: Hands-On Mexican Cooking Night

By Wonders of Mexico
Free cancellation available
Price is €73 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Make your own empanadas from scratch using traditional tools and techniques
  • Learn to prepare classic Mexican salsas with fresh local ingredients
  • Taste regional spirits and discover the cultural stories behind each one
  • Enjoy an intimate, home-style cooking experience with a local host

Activity location

    • Mérida
    • Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • C. 59 398, Centro, 97000 Centro, Yuc., Mexico | Parque Hidalgo (Inner corner, right next to the Hotel Caribe)
    • Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico

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Empanadas, Salsas & Spirits: Hands-On Mexican Cooking Night

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Starting time: 18:00
Price details
€73.03 x 2 Adults€146.06
Total
Price is €146.06

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    English speaking local guide
  • Inclusions
    All cooking ingredients
  • Inclusions
    Dinner prepared by you (starters & salsas)
  • Inclusions
    Agua frescas & beer serving during the meal
  • Inclusions
    Introductory tasting of Mexican liquors: Tequila, Mezcal & Xtabentun
  • Inclusions
    Local bus & drop off transport
  • Exclusions
    Additional drinks or snacks
  • Exclusions
    Tips to host & guide

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Drones, Food in the vehicle, Intoxication, Nudity, Smoking in the vehicle
    • Not suitable for: Children under 12 years
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Dive into the rich and vibrant flavours of Mexico during this immersive, hands-on culinary experience. Your evening takes place in a warm, authentic local home where your host welcomes you into their kitchen.
    Begin by learning the fundamentals of masa as you press and cook your own t fresh empanadas , delicious staples that anchor every Mexican meal. Then, step into the world of salsas as you craft classic recipes using fresh local ingredients, discovering different techniques, spice levels, and regional variations.

    As the dishes come together, you’ll taste a curated selection of regional spirits such as mezcal, tequila & xtabentún while your guide shares the cultural stories and traditions behind each one.

    Enjoy a relaxed and friendly atmosphere filled with conversation, food stories, and aromas that bring Mexican cuisine to life.

Location

Activity location

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    • Mérida
    • Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • C. 59 398, Centro, 97000 Centro, Yuc., Mexico | Parque Hidalgo (Inner corner, right next to the Hotel Caribe)
    • Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico