Tortillas, Nixtamal and Salsas Workshop
Overview
We are not doing the experience until it's totally safe for our guests to visit us.
This workshop is quite interactive; you're going to actively participate in preparing the food we all are going to eat. Either you're a beginner in the kitchen or a master chef. The only thing I ask is that you're passionate about cooking.
I'll share with you some stories, especially from my scouting and exploration of the state of Oaxaca, mainly from La Mixteca and the Central Valley regions.
Finally, we all are going to enjoy the meals we cooked, I'll show you a couple of techniques to make your food look fantastic with little effort (food love starts with the sight!)
Mexican food, thus, Oaxacan cuisine has a significant foundation on corn, so we are going to learn about this cornerstone ingredient of the local gastronomy. One important topic that will be covered it's the Nixtamal process, which is the cornerstone of Mexican gastronomy and culture.
This workshop is quite interactive; you're going to actively participate in preparing the food we all are going to eat. Either you're a beginner in the kitchen or a master chef. The only thing I ask is that you're passionate about cooking.
I'll share with you some stories, especially from my scouting and exploration of the state of Oaxaca, mainly from La Mixteca and the Central Valley regions.
Finally, we all are going to enjoy the meals we cooked, I'll show you a couple of techniques to make your food look fantastic with little effort (food love starts with the sight!)
Mexican food, thus, Oaxacan cuisine has a significant foundation on corn, so we are going to learn about this cornerstone ingredient of the local gastronomy. One important topic that will be covered it's the Nixtamal process, which is the cornerstone of Mexican gastronomy and culture.
Inclusions
- Coffee and/or Tea - Soft drinks, not quite soda, but fresh fruit based fresh drinks
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Soda/Pop - Soft drinks, not quite soda, but fresh fruit based fresh drinks
What to expect
We are going to meet at the local market. We will buy the ingredients we are going to use later for the cooking class and explore the local fresh options we'll have. Then we'll head to my cooking studio to get a deeper introduction to the ingredients, process, and dishes we'll prepare. We are going to pay special attention to the Nixtamal process and its importance in the development of Mexican gastronomy and culture.
Remember to contact me before booking your experience so that I can make the proper modifications to the menu according to your food restrictions or preferences.
Once we are settled and refreshed with some fresh Aguas Frescas (flavored infused traditional drink) we are going to start preparing the food, I'll assign to the participants different tasks and responsibilities in order to achieve our main goal; having our three-course-meal menu prepared.
Remember that some dishes could be modified to fit diet requirements like vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and others.
Sample Menu
• Assorted snacks and coffee - The Nixtamal process takes time. In the meantime, we'll cook the complements like fillings & salsas. We'll have the option to grab some appetizers
• Fresh made tortillas and salsa molcajeteada - Here's where the magic happens, we're going to transform corn into real tortillas and eat them with some salsas and toppings (that we'll prepare too).
• Memelas, Tetelas, Tlacoyos - Using the same masa (dough) that we got before, we are going to get fancier and prepare some more elaborated and richer meals.
Remember to contact me before booking your experience so that I can make the proper modifications to the menu according to your food restrictions or preferences.
Once we are settled and refreshed with some fresh Aguas Frescas (flavored infused traditional drink) we are going to start preparing the food, I'll assign to the participants different tasks and responsibilities in order to achieve our main goal; having our three-course-meal menu prepared.
Remember that some dishes could be modified to fit diet requirements like vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and others.
Sample Menu
• Assorted snacks and coffee - The Nixtamal process takes time. In the meantime, we'll cook the complements like fillings & salsas. We'll have the option to grab some appetizers
• Fresh made tortillas and salsa molcajeteada - Here's where the magic happens, we're going to transform corn into real tortillas and eat them with some salsas and toppings (that we'll prepare too).
• Memelas, Tetelas, Tlacoyos - Using the same masa (dough) that we got before, we are going to get fancier and prepare some more elaborated and richer meals.
Additional information
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- Air Purifier with HEPA filter is active during the class
- 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 5 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.
G2legit
March 2022
This class was one of our favorite experiences in Oaxaca! Luis shared a plethora of knowledge about the regional ingredients and cooking methods of Latin America. He was incredibly engaging and insightful. The food we cooked with him ended up being one of the best tasting meals we had in all of O...
This class was one of our favorite experiences in Oaxaca! Luis shared a plethora of knowledge about the regional ingredients and cooking methods of Latin America. He was incredibly engaging and insightful. The food we cooked with him ended up being one of the best tasting meals we had in all of Oaxaca, parallel or surpassing many of the 5 star restaurants. I will definitely be taking another class from him.Om_Cade
February 2022
My Fiancé and I participated in Luis' workshop today. We had such a great experience. We really felt Luis' passion and reverence towards food, cooking and culture. The whole experience from start to finish was superb. I loved the way we used many different endemic ingredients to Oaxaca. We are b...
My Fiancé and I participated in Luis' workshop today. We had such a great experience. We really felt Luis' passion and reverence towards food, cooking and culture. The whole experience from start to finish was superb. I loved the way we used many different endemic ingredients to Oaxaca. We are both vegetarian and he catered to our needs without worry. The workshop was hands on and interactive and very educational, which I enjoyed. It was very special to be welcomed into Luis' home for the workshop. The experience of shopping at the markets and grinding the nixtamilised corn at the local mill was also enjoyable. I highly recommend this cooking class if you're in Oaxaca!! A must do experienceAmmar_K
November 2021
Very authentic and informative. Great instruction and easy to follow techniques. Simple, fresh, and wonderful recipes
Very authentic and informative. Great instruction and easy to follow techniques. Simple, fresh, and wonderful recipesYesenia_L
November 2021
Luis was super humble, knowledgeable, and kept us interested in our cooking class. It was so much fun learning about corn, chiles, and about Oaxaca. Luis is a must take cooking class, it was a definitely a party with music and cooking! Gracias Luis por todo!
Luis was super humble, knowledgeable, and kept us interested in our cooking class. It was so much fun learning about corn, chiles, and about Oaxaca. Luis is a must take cooking class, it was a definitely a party with music and cooking! Gracias Luis por todo!anniechocolate
September 2021
I am so grateful to Luis for creating such a superb and holistic experience -- we absolutely loved our day cooking with him! Buying ingredients at the local market together was a wonderful way to begin, and I enjoyed seeing and tasting new heirloom varietals of vegetables that I had never tasted ...
I am so grateful to Luis for creating such a superb and holistic experience -- we absolutely loved our day cooking with him! Buying ingredients at the local market together was a wonderful way to begin, and I enjoyed seeing and tasting new heirloom varietals of vegetables that I had never tasted before. Throughout the class, Luis wove in stories and his insights on the political and social history of food in Mexico. He treated us like old friends, and we had an engaging conversation with him throughout the day. The food we made was also delicious, and it was the perfect level of participation and hands-on learning. I will definitely take another class with Luis next time I come to Oaxaca, and I would highly recommend him!D2082VGsarahh
September 2021
Oaxaca was a dream trip on so many levels, but Luis's class was by far the highlight and our meal together was the best I had that whole week. Everything was very hands on, from buying the ingredients at the local market to taking the corn to be ground into masa to making salsa in the molcajete...
Oaxaca was a dream trip on so many levels, but Luis's class was by far the highlight and our meal together was the best I had that whole week. Everything was very hands on, from buying the ingredients at the local market to taking the corn to be ground into masa to making salsa in the molcajete and everything else in between. Luis is very friendly and passionate about his work, which translated into a one-of-a-kind experience I'll treasure forever. I'd give 10 stars if I could!