Coyoacán: Grandma's Mole Poblano Class at Home
Coyoacán, Mexico
Cook Abuela Felícitas' Mole Poblano and red rice in a private house in Coyoacán. Maximum of 6 people, Nahuatl names, folk music, family meal, and itacate to take away.
Experience Mole Poblano Cooking in Coyoacán for Small Groups
Learn to prepare a traditional Puebla family recipe, Mole Poblano, in a private home kitchen in Coyoacán. This 3.5-hour class suits small groups of up to six people.
Highlights
- Cook a family recipe from Puebla passed down for three generations
- Learn the Nahuatl names and origins of each ingredient
- Small group with a maximum of six participants in a private home
- Take home an itacate: mole with chicken and red rice
Description
Join a hands-on cooking class led by the granddaughter of Grandma Felícitas in her Coyoacán home. You will prepare Mole Poblano from scratch, accompanied by red rice, a Mexican staple. A vegan version is available upon request.
This is not a commercial school but a genuine Mexican kitchen where the host shares recipes learned from her mother and grandmother, both from Puebla, the birthplace of mole. During the class, the host explains the Nahuatl names and pre-Hispanic origins of ingredients such as chile ancho, cocoa, pepitas, and cinnamon, tracing their fusion over time.
The class is dedicated to Chicomecóatl, the Mexica goddess of corn and sustenance, honoring the indigenous roots of Mexican cuisine. Mexican folk music and a Lucha Libre movie clip provide cultural context while you cook. When the meal is ready, sit at the family table to share it together.
Before you leave, receive your itacate, a traditional take-home portion of mole with chicken and red rice. The host will explain the cultural significance of the itacate as a gesture of continued hospitality.
Includes
- Welcome regional snack
- Drinks during the experience
- All cooking ingredients
- Participatory preparation of mole poblano and red rice
- Full meal shared at the family's table
- Itacate (takeaway portion): mole with chicken and red rice
- Vegan option available upon request
- Digital recipe for Mole Poblano
Excludes
- Printed recipe
- Printed photos of the class
- Souvenirs or memorabilia
- Transport from the hotel
- Tips
Important Information
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, book in advance and bring an appetite. Mornings or early afternoons are ideal for this class.
