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Merida Private Yucatecan Cooking Lesson

From tostadas to tamales, the flavors of the Yucatan are made to enjoy. Learn to cook a variety of traditional Yucatecan delicacies with a home chef during this private cooking experience in Merida, which takes place in your host’s home. Learn about local culture that many travelers never see as you help prepare a traditional meal before sitting down to enjoy the fruits (and vegetables) of your labor.

About this activity in Merida Municipality

Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time. no refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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From tostadas to tamales, the flavors of the yucatan are made to enjoy. learn to cook a variety of traditional yucatecan delicacies with a home chef during this private cooking experience in merida, which takes place in your host’s home. learn about local culture that many travelers never see as you help prepare a traditional meal before sitting down to enjoy the fruits (and vegetables) of your labor.

Includes

  • Private yucatecan cooking class in mérida with your host, sofia
  • home-cooked yucatecan meal
  • hands-on cooking instruction using traditional family recipes
  • alcoholic beverages

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (unless the transfer upgrade option is selected)

Other

  • Guests interested in a more in-depth master class that includes preparing traditional dishes such as pollo pibil or sopa de lima may request this option in advance. please note that it extends the experience by approximately 2 hours or more.
  • infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • sofia's home does not have air-conditioning. during warmer months, the kitchen can become hot while cooking.
  • this is not a professional cooking school or chef-led culinary course. rather, it is an opportunity to visit an authentic local home, connect with a mérida resident, and share yucatecan culture, traditions, and cuisine together.
  • public transportation options are available nearby
  • this experience takes place in sofia's private home, which also operates as a homestay. your cooking class is private, though other guests may be present on the property.
  • for added convenience, choose the tour option with transfers, which includes round-trip transportation between your merida hotel or vacation rental and sofia's home.

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Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Merida Private Yucatecan Cooking Lesson are as follows: A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time. no refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time. Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the activity description.
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