Hanal Pixán Cooking Class

Merida, Mexico
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Duration7h
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

Celebrate Yucatán’s Day of the Dead tradition through a seasonal cooking experience dedicated to Hanal Pixán, the Maya tradition of honoring loved ones who have passed away.

Hanal Pixán means “Food for the Souls” in Maya. During this celebration, families prepare special foods and gather to welcome and honor the souls of their loved ones.

Begin with a guided visit to Lucas de Gálvez and San Benito markets, where you’ll shop for the fresh local ingredients used in your Hanal Pixán menu while discovering traditional Yucatecan products.

Then, head to an authentic local home for a hands-on cooking class. Guided by a local cook, you’ll prepare a special menu created exclusively for the Hanal Pixán season and learn about the traditional dishes, ingredients, and cooking techniques associated with the celebration.

This seasonal experience combines a local market visit, hands-on cooking, and Yucatecan Day of the Dead traditions in an authentic home setting.

What's included

  • Bus ride to the hostess's home and Uber to return
  • Lunch and beverages at hostess home
  • Tasting of seasonal fruits
  • Bottled water and one traditional candy per person
  • All the ingredients for the cooking lesson
  • Local and bilingual guide (Spanish and English)
  • Guide Gratuities
  • Items of personal nature (medications, cap or hat, etc) & Personal expenses
  • Pick-up

What to expect

  1. Lucas de Galvez market
    1h
    Explore two of Mérida’s traditional markets, Lucas de Gálvez and San Benito. Discover the fresh ingredients, fruits, spices, and regional products used during Hanal Pixán. Taste seasonal products and select some of the ingredients that will be used in your cooking class.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet your Adventures Mexico guide at the main entrance of the museum, located at Calle 56 No. 529A, between Calle 65 and Calle 65A, Centro, Mérida. A 10-minute waiting tolerance applies. After this time, your guide will mark the tour as a no-show.

End point

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Vegetarian and Vegan option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • A minimum of 2 Adults per booking is required
  • Children under 5 years are free of charge
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Transportation is by public bus and Uber back to downtown
  • Due to our climate, we recommend wearing a hat or cap, in addition to sunscreen.
  • Since it is a gastronomic tour, it is very important that you inform us about any dietary restrictions or allergies.

Cancellation policy

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