Tequila & Mezcal Tasting: A guided tasting of tequilas and mezcals; learn to tell them apart and sip them like a local.
The Full Mexican Experience: Our most complete class at the chef's private home with garden; small group, max 13 guests.
Duration: 5 hours: About 5 hours, transport included; morning class that leaves your evening free.
Cook & Enjoy a 3-Course Menu: Starter, main course and a traditional dessert, each enjoyed fresh from the stove.
Round-Trip from Lara & Luca: Meet at Lara & Luca at 9:30 AM; ride to the chef's home and back included.
Discover Mexican Chiles: Smell, toast and taste fresh and dried chiles; learn their flavors and heat levels.
Appetizers You Prepare: Cook tasty Mexican appetizers with the chef to pair with your cocktails.
Small Group, Max 13 Guests: Join a fun small group at the chef's private home with garden; perfect for couples and friends.
Duration: 3 hours: A relaxed evening of about 3 hours; the perfect way to start your night in Playa del Carmen.
3 Iconic Mexican Cocktails: Shake and stir three famous Mexican cocktails with the chef, then sip what you made.
Ride to the Chef's Home: Meet at Lara & Luca at 5:30 PM for a short ride to the chef's home.
Tequila & Mezcal Tasting: A guided tasting of tequilas and mezcals; learn to tell them apart and sip them like a local.
Small Group, Max 13 Guests: A friendly small group at the chef's private home with garden; ideal if you have only a few hours.
Duration: 3 hours: About 3 hours; a perfect afternoon activity that leaves your evening free.
Cook & Taste a Mexican Dish: Cook one authentic Mexican dish with a professional chef, then enjoy it fresh from the stove.
Ride Back to Lara & Luca: Meet at Lara & Luca at 3:30 PM; a ride back after the class is included.
Discover Mexican Chiles: Smell, toast and taste fresh and dried chiles; learn their flavors and heat levels.
Step into the private home of an internationally experienced chef and discover the authentic flavors of Mexico through a hands-on culinary experience designed for food lovers of every skill level.
Learn the techniques, traditions, and stories behind some of Mexico's most iconic dishes while cooking with fresh local ingredients in a beautiful private kitchen and garden setting.
To complete the experience, enjoy a guided tasting of tequila and mezcal, exploring the unique character, production methods, and traditions behind Mexico's two most celebrated spirits.
Whether your class includes one signature dish or a complete three-course menu, every experience is designed to be interactive, relaxed, and personalized, allowing you to cook, learn, and enjoy every moment alongside your chef.
Your experience includes:
- Hands-on cooking with an internationally experienced chef
- Fresh local ingredients
- Mexican chile workshop (fresh & dried varieties)
- Guided tequila & mezcal tasting
- Enjoy the dishes you prepare in the chef's beautiful private garden
- Round-trip transportation from downtown Playa del Carmen
Minimum booking: 2 guests.
Meet at Lara & Luca Restaurant, our starting point.
Private parking is available for guests arriving by car.
Feel free to wait inside, enjoy the air conditioning.
Meet at Lara & Luca Restaurant, our starting point.
Private parking is available for guests arriving by car.
Feel free to wait inside, enjoy the air conditioning.
