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Cozumel Cooking Class
- Duration3 hours
- GroupShared · max 6
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
"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 you will do
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.
Places you'll visit
- Cozumel Chef - Food ToursCorpus Christi, Quintana Roo, 77600, Mexico
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Start
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 / drop-off
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.
Redemption
• Please note: You must reconfirm directly with Cozumel Chef by email at emily@cozumelchef.com or phone at least 24 Hour(s) prior to your tour/activity date. If you are not arriving within the specified timeframe, please contact Cozumel Chef prior to your travels, or immediately upon arrival at your destination. • The class starts at 11am Cozumel Local time. You will need to readjust your watch/ mobile device time upon arrival to the island. • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Minimum numbers apply (2 person minimum to start a class). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
What's included
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!)
Not included
- 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)
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- 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
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 8 travellers per booking
- At least one adult must be included in the booking
- Age bands: Child (6–12), Youth (13–17), Adult (18–99)
Additional information
- 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
Languages
- Guide
- English, Spanish
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it's cancelled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Important booking information
- Booking cut-off
- Bookings close 12 hours before the activity starts.
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- America/Cancun
- Product code
- 7035P3
What you'll be asked when booking
- Any special requirements
Traveller reviews
4.9/ 5153 reviews
Ratings aggregated from Viator (56) and Tripadvisor (97).
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