Mexican Cooking from Scratch and Mezcal Tasting in a Local Home in Tulum
Overview
Fresh ingredients, everything from scratch, flavors of our traditional Mexico; in a beautiful Mexican-style house, surrounded by gardens, everything is set and carefully hand-picked for you to enjoy and live an authentic cultural and gastronomical immersion to the deepest traditions and roots of our ancient Mexican cuisine. Our gastro-cultural experience starts off with a brief introduction to the essential flavors and ingredients of Mexican cuisine, follow by a mezcal tasting, where we will learn, superficially, about its main characteristics and the right way to taste it.
Then, in an ambiance full of joy, music and laughter, we will prepare a full menu with sides, salsa and fruit water "agua fresca"
The preparation of tortillas and quesadillas is from scratch, as well as quesadillas, for which we always use artisanal cheese.
By the end of the class, we sit down in one table to share the food we just prepared and the experience itself! Mi casa es tu casa, you are always welcome!
Then, in an ambiance full of joy, music and laughter, we will prepare a full menu with sides, salsa and fruit water "agua fresca"
The preparation of tortillas and quesadillas is from scratch, as well as quesadillas, for which we always use artisanal cheese.
By the end of the class, we sit down in one table to share the food we just prepared and the experience itself! Mi casa es tu casa, you are always welcome!
Inclusions
- Alcoholic Beverages - All food and drinks are included in the price. Including beer, national wine and mezcal.
What to expect
Ancient mexican cooking techniques and flavors, fresh ingredients, tortillas from scratch... everything is ready for you to enjoy a cultural immersion in Mexican food, culture, and traditions, all this in a beautiful Mexican house, nestled among the always green and beautiful Yucatan jungle...
Our Culinary experience starts with a brief introduction and examples of México's essential ingredients and flavors, most representative food, how to classify and bu dry chiles, and all about tortilla process; also we´ll learn some facts about mezcal and of course, will do a mezcal tasting!
Then, we´ll go through the whole process, from scratch, to prepare and cook an authentic and traditional Mexican meal, including the star of Mexican food: tortillas from scratch!
Many of the dishes you will learn and cook come from my own family recipes. As a Mexican native, I inherited my Mexican cuisine from my previous generations, and my passion too!
Cooking class completed, we´ll sit down to enjoy the fruits of our labor, along with a "jarrito de agua fresca " or beer, or wine, or both!
Sample Menu
• Guacamole - Prepared , with tomatillo, chile serrano, cilantro, avocado and garlic, happy to share with you my abuela secret to keep it fresh and green.
• Tacos al Pastor - Thin pork loin strips, marinated with 3 chiles, specias, achiote, orange and pinnaple fresh juice; served with grill pinneaple, cilantro and salsa.
• Three milk and creme cheese jelly. - Light and easy dessert, perfect for hot days.
Our Culinary experience starts with a brief introduction and examples of México's essential ingredients and flavors, most representative food, how to classify and bu dry chiles, and all about tortilla process; also we´ll learn some facts about mezcal and of course, will do a mezcal tasting!
Then, we´ll go through the whole process, from scratch, to prepare and cook an authentic and traditional Mexican meal, including the star of Mexican food: tortillas from scratch!
Many of the dishes you will learn and cook come from my own family recipes. As a Mexican native, I inherited my Mexican cuisine from my previous generations, and my passion too!
Cooking class completed, we´ll sit down to enjoy the fruits of our labor, along with a "jarrito de agua fresca " or beer, or wine, or both!
Sample Menu
• Guacamole - Prepared , with tomatillo, chile serrano, cilantro, avocado and garlic, happy to share with you my abuela secret to keep it fresh and green.
• Tacos al Pastor - Thin pork loin strips, marinated with 3 chiles, specias, achiote, orange and pinnaple fresh juice; served with grill pinneaple, cilantro and salsa.
• Three milk and creme cheese jelly. - Light and easy dessert, perfect for hot days.
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Wellness Checks - Employees receive daily wellness checks to ensure they are healthy and symptom-free. IMSS Certification – We are certified by the Mexican Social Security Institute IMSS on the health & safety procedures for Covid-19.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
lindsaypI8860AC
April 2023
My group went to Lily’s home for the cooking class and it was wonderful. It was my first cooking class and was more than I could have imagined. Lily was so welcoming of everyone in her home, and talked us through the steps of the recipes. I truly felt like I was a guest at a dinner party and coul...
My group went to Lily’s home for the cooking class and it was wonderful. It was my first cooking class and was more than I could have imagined. Lily was so welcoming of everyone in her home, and talked us through the steps of the recipes. I truly felt like I was a guest at a dinner party and could have be doing that every weekend! She offered beverages and we made various dishes from scratch. We sat at the table family style which I really enjoyed. We also tried the Mezcal which was a fun touch. the neighborhood felt very safe too. Afterwards we walked back to the main road with no problems. Thank you Lily for being a part of what made our Tulum experience so amazing!Elisha_A
April 2023
Lily is great at what she does- entertaining and a great cook and teacher! This was one of my favorite experiences during my time in Tulum! Highly recommend
Lily is great at what she does- entertaining and a great cook and teacher! This was one of my favorite experiences during my time in Tulum! Highly recommendG8470FEsusanr
April 2023
This experience is fun, educational and delicious! Lily is a fun and enthusiastic hostess. Everyone in my family thoroughly enjoyed the class and can't wait to cook the recipes we learned now that we are home. 10 out of 10!
This experience is fun, educational and delicious! Lily is a fun and enthusiastic hostess. Everyone in my family thoroughly enjoyed the class and can't wait to cook the recipes we learned now that we are home. 10 out of 10!Roxanna_L
April 2023
Loved this experience! It was educational and delicious. My entire family, including my kids, loved it and can’t stop talking about it!
Loved this experience! It was educational and delicious. My entire family, including my kids, loved it and can’t stop talking about it!melissawickes
March 2023
This was one of the most unique, unforgettable experiences of my life. I learned so much about Mexican cooking and culture and had an absolute blast. Lily is a wizard at her craft and has a huge heart and great sense of humor. The space is beautiful, authentic, warm, and welcoming. I felt like a ...
This was one of the most unique, unforgettable experiences of my life. I learned so much about Mexican cooking and culture and had an absolute blast. Lily is a wizard at her craft and has a huge heart and great sense of humor. The space is beautiful, authentic, warm, and welcoming. I felt like a part of the Rivera family and very connected to Tulum.cg011967
March 2023
Very educational. Lilly not only instructs you on the process of cooking the meal, but also the why behind what she is teaching you.
Very educational. Lilly not only instructs you on the process of cooking the meal, but also the why behind what she is teaching you.