Coyocán: Market Tour and Cooking Class

Del Carmen Mexico City, Mexico



This is a cultural and culinary experience highlighting Mexico's Gastronomy, a Human heritage recognized by UNESCO. Starting with a visit to the local market, followed by a cooking class with a chef

Mexican Market Tour and Cooking Class in Coyoacán

This experience suits food enthusiasts seeking to explore Coyoacán’s market and learn authentic Mexican cooking with a local guide and chef.

Highlights

  • Options for vegan, vegetarian, kosher, and halal diets
  • Experience warm Mexican household service
  • Develop practical cooking skills for everyday life
  • Learn about Mexican cooking as an Intangible Cultural Heritage

Description

Start your experience with a local guide who takes you through Coyoacán’s market, sharing insights about the neighborhood and its cuisine. Sample quesadillas and enjoy local drinks before heading to Meztli Boutique House & Spa, where a chef awaits in a vintage kitchen. This setting offers a cozy atmosphere for your private cooking class.

If you choose the pickup service, a chauffeur will collect you from your address at either 9:30 or 14:00. You will be driven to the market to meet your guide, who will lead you to an authentic quesadilla stand and help you select fresh ingredients while sharing Mexican history and culture. The culinary experience continues at Meztli Casa Boutique & Spa with a hands-on cooking class tailored to your menu choices.

Menu Options

Please select one option per course and inform us of any dietary restrictions or preferences (vegetarian, vegan, kosher, halal):

  • Drinks:
    • Hibiscus water (Agua de Jamaica)
    • Rice water (Agua de Horchata)
    • Lemonade with chia seeds
    • Tamarind water
  • Entrée:
    • Guacamole
    • Chicken sopes with sauces
    • Shrimp broth
    • “Charro” beans cooked with charcuterie
  • Soups and Starters:
    • Tortilla soup
    • Dry noodle soup
    • “Hoja Santa” molote filled with string cheese
    • Mexican red rice
  • Main Course:
    • Mushrooms with purslane and green sauce
    • Pork rind in green sauce
    • “Tinga” shredded chicken with tomato sauce and chipotle chili
    • Mole with chicken
  • Dessert:
    • Tamarind candy
    • Caramel popcorn
    • “Alegrías” amaranth and chocolate cookies
    • Fried plantains

The experience ends with a meal shared at the dining table, where you will enjoy the food you prepared along with coffee or tea, accompanied by relaxed conversation.

If you requested the pickup service, the chauffeur will return you to your provided address after the meal.

Includes

  • A guided tour of Coyoacán's market
  • Quesadillas and drinks at the market
  • Ingredients for the cooking class
  • Private cooking class with a professional chef
  • All necessary cooking equipment
  • A four-course meal including entrée, soup or starter, main course, dessert, fresh water, and coffee or tea

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup (available as add-on at checkout)
  • Additional souvenirs, drinks, or snacks during the experience
  • Tips

Important Information

  • Please book at least 2 days in advance.
  • Transportation is not included; pickup service is available upon request.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

The experience includes a guided tour of Coyoacán’s market with tastings, followed by a private hands-on cooking class preparing a four-course Mexican meal.
The cooking class is held at Meztli Boutique House & Spa in Coyoacán, Mexico, in a vintage-style kitchen with a local chef.
A local guide leads the market tour, and a professional chef instructs the cooking class in Coyoacán.
Yes, dietary restrictions can often be accommodated if communicated in advance when booking the Coyoacán cooking class.
The full experience typically lasts several hours; check the booking website for exact duration and schedule details.
Yes, the class is designed for all skill levels, including beginners interested in Mexican cuisine.
Participants prepare a four-course menu featuring traditional Mexican dishes using fresh market ingredients.
Yes, the market tour includes tastings of authentic Mexican foods like quesadillas and other local specialties.
Mornings are ideal for fresh market visits; check the official website for current tour times and availability.
Transportation is usually not included; participants are expected to meet at the market or cooking venue in Coyoacán.

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