Cozumel Cooking Class - Extravacantza.com

Duration3h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

"Alma" is the word for soul in Spanish and it is how authentic Mexican cooking begins. Join Josefina (or Jeronimo, Josefina's son) in her home kitchen for a 3-hour hands-on small-group cooking class (limited to 6 students). Discover and taste the cuisine of Mexico through Josefina's personal family recipes. During this culinary experience you will also get to visit Cozumel's local market. Deepen your cultural knowledge of Mexico by interacting with the local market vendors and then bringing your ingredients home to cook a well-rounded Mexican meal just in time for siesta!

What's included

Small-group cooking class - limited to 8 people to ensure a more personalized and hands-on experience
Beverages (water, aqua frescas - traditional Mexican beverages, Margaritas and beer are available)
Snacks during class
All ingredients for cooking your meal (multi-course/ multi-dishes)
Josefina's e-cookbook (personal recipes from class!)

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from class (although we are happy to provide information on how to get to class from wherever you are coming from)

What to expect

Participants immerse themselves in authentic Mexican culinary traditions through a hands-on cooking class. The experience begins with a guided tour of the local market, "El Mercado," where attendees learn to select fresh, traditional ingredients. In Josefina's kitchen, students receive instruction on Mexican cooking tools like molcajetes (mortar and pestle), lime presses, tortilla presses, and the comal (a flat griddle). The class covers the preparation of handmade tortillas, traditional sauces, guacamole, side dishes, and more. Participants also have the opportunity to make authentic margaritas or traditional Mexican agua frescas (flavored waters). The session culminates in enjoying the prepared feast, offering a rich taste of Mexican culture.

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Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet on Calle Rosado Salas between Ave 20 & Ave 25. Josefina or Jeronimo (Josefina's son) will be standing near the Benito Juarez statue that is between two benches, right in front of the market.

End point

Please meet on Calle Rosado Salas between Ave 20 & Ave 25. Josefina or Jeronimo (Josefina's son) will be standing near the Benito Juarez statue that is between two benches, right in front of the market.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Multi-lingual (class available in English or Spanish)
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian / gluten free option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
A small amount of walking is involved and on some uneven surfaces, please be aware

Cancellation policy

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

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