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A kitchen with a gas stove, a fire extinguisher, and various ingredients like onions, limes, and a cutting board. 1
A market with various fruits and colorful decorations. 2
A person in a blue shirt and apron with kitchen patterns, a woman in a white embroidered shirt behind a counter with vegetables and kitchen tools, and a fire extinguisher on the wall. 3
A market with people shopping, including a pile of green limes in the foreground. 4
A group of people preparing citrus fruits on a checkered tablecloth. 5
By Elsa Noemi Castillo Hernández

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Free cancellation available
Price is €72 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Stroll through an authentic local market
    • Cook the Mexican dish of your choice
    • Enjoy an express class, ideal for travellers with limited time

Activity location

    • Guadalajara
    • Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Av. Alcalde 732, Centro Barranquitas, 44200 Guadalajara, Jal., México | Between Eulogio Parra and Arista
    • Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

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Express Traditional Mexican Cooking Class Without Tequila

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Price details
€71.55 x 2 Adults€143.10
Total
Price is €143.10

Private Chef at Home Experience

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Transform your accommodation or residence into a private restaurant. Relax and enjoy a 3-course culinary feast freshly prepared by a professional chef. From traditional Jalisco flavours to contemporary fusion haute cuisine.

Price details
€119.25 x 2 Adults€238.50
Total
Price is €238.50

Traditional Mexican Cooking Lesson and Market Visit in Guadalajara

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private class that includes a light breakfast at the market, tequila-based drinks, and a main course such as: molcajete, mole, tamales, birria, or pozole with their respective add-ons, tortillas, and sauces

Price details
€133.56 x 2 Adults€267.12
Total
Price is €267.12

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Bilingual local guide and chef: Professional and personalised support in Spanish or English throughout the activity
  • Inclusions
    Guided tour of the market: Interactive visit to a traditional market to learn about the history of ingredients, chiles, and local culinary culture
  • Inclusions
    Fresh ingredients: All the ingredients and raw materials needed to prepare the chosen dish
  • Inclusions
    Hands-on cooking class: Use of the facilities, cooking utensils, and apron during the session
  • Inclusions
    A main dish of your choice: Individual preparation of a recipe chosen from: carne en su jugo (beef stew), chile relleno (stuffed pepper), tacos gobernador (shrimp tacos), fajitas, chilaquiles (tortilla casserole), gorditas (thick tortillas), or huitlacoche quesadillas (corn mushroom quesadillas) (with vegan options available)
  • Inclusions
    Traditional accompaniments: Sauces, side dishes, and finishing touches for each dish
  • Inclusions
    Food tasting: Lunch with the dish you prepared yourself
  • Inclusions
    Agua del día: A traditional refreshing drink to accompany your meal
  • Exclusions
    Breakfast beforehand: The experience starts right away with the tour and cooking, so it's recommended that you come having already had breakfast.
  • Exclusions
    Alcoholic drinks or tequila tasting: Spirits, cocktails, and tequila tasting are not included
  • Exclusions
    Dessert: The session ends after tasting the main course
  • Exclusions
    Additional dishes: The class includes the preparation and consumption of one (1) main course per person from the list of options
  • Exclusions
    Tips: Service charge for staff and market vendors are voluntary and not included
  • Exclusions
    Transport: Return transfer to the meeting point at the market is at the traveler's expense
  • Exclusions
    Personal purchases: Any souvenirs, snacks, or extra ingredients you wish to buy at the market on your own

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: Children under 18 years, Children under 2 years, Children under 3 ft (90 cm), Children under 3 years, Children under 4 years, Children under 5 years, Children under 6 years, Children under 7 years, Children under 8 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

  • Do you want to learn the secrets of Mexican cuisine but don't have much time? This experience is perfect for you! We offer a light, dynamic, and delicious version of our classic cooking class, focused on the essentials: the market, the ingredients, and the seasoning.

    Our adventure begins at a vibrant local market. Together with our guide, you'll stroll through the colourful aisles to immerse yourself in Mexico's culinary culture. You'll learn how to identify key ingredients, from the variety of chillies to aromatic herbs, and we'll select the freshest ingredients for our cooking session.

    Then we'll head to the kitchen, where you'll put on your apron. Unlike other longer workshops, here we'll get straight to the point. You can choose and prepare one of the following iconic dishes, each made from scratch with its respective traditional add-ons (sauces, side dishes, and finishing touches):

    Carne en su jugo: A comforting and flavourful Guadalajara classic with bacon and beans.

    Chile relleno: The perfect balance of tradition, batter, and a spectacular sauce.

    Tacos Gobernador: Delicious shrimp tacos with melted cheese and a smoky touch.

    Fajitas: A juicy option, full of colour and flavour.

    Chilaquiles: The king of Mexican cuisine, crispy and smothered in the sauce of your choice.

    Gorditas: Filled with flavour and with that perfect texture of handmade corn.

    Huitlacoche quesadillas: An ancient delicacy with the “black gold” of Mexican cuisine.

    Do you have dietary restrictions? No worries! We have delicious vegan options adapted so that no one misses out on cooking or enjoying authentic Mexican flavours.

    Important note: To keep this experience light, fast-paced, and accessible, this workshop does not include breakfast beforehand, tequila tasting, or dessert. We focus 100% on making sure you master the main dish you have chosen.

    At the end, we'll sit down to enjoy the masterpiece you've prepared yourself. You'll take home the knowledge and recipes to recreate these flavours anywhere in the world. Enjoy your meal!

Location

Activity location

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    • Guadalajara
    • Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Av. Alcalde 732, Centro Barranquitas, 44200 Guadalajara, Jal., México | Between Eulogio Parra and Arista
    • Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico