Mexican Cooking Class: Learn with Chef Alma

Immerse yourself in the flavors of Mexico with a local market tour and cooking class in Playa del Carmen. Explore spice markets, learn traditional recipes, and indulge in delicious Mexican cuisine.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Calle 24 Norte - Join your Master Chef for a day of cultural and culinary immersion. Discover authentic Mexican homestyle cuisine in Playa del Carmen and learn to cook the best Mexican recipes from scratch.
What's Included
  • Cooking class by Master Chef
  • All ingredients
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meal Options
  • Home made Tortillas - Learn to cook Salsas, and the best of the traditional Mexican recipes
Additional Information

Meet Chef Alma and begin your Cooking experience. This hands-on cooking takes place in the family home of Chef Alma. Chef Alma will share with you the best of her own family recipes, as well as the finest of the traditional Mexican dishes. Join us for a Mexican food cooking class; and delight yourself with the best of the Mexican flavors. You will hand


Location
Electrica y Plomeria Silva
50 Avenida Norte
Please ask the driver to drop you off at the corner of "SILVA" store; Chef Alma will be waiting for you right there.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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11angiew
Mar 15, 2025
Great experience - Fantastic! My wife and I learned a great deal about the culture and playa del Carmen cooking. We also learned about the history of the city as well. Then sat down and ate our food, which was great!
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Billbarilko
Mar 12, 2025
Such a great experience.. - If you are looking for something "different" this is it. Chef Alma is not only a world class chef but a true historian and Mexican heritage expert. Her personality is perfect for this tour. She is so knowledgable but funny at the same time. We went with 3 couples and could not have had a better time. The food is amazing but the way she does it makes sure everyone learns and could replicate the recipes when you get home. To top it all off she gives you a book of family recipes at the end of the tour. 3 hours is just the right amount of time. You are all finished at 1:00pm with a full tummy and lots of memories. The only thing that would make it better is if she offered soft drinks or beer for sale.
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Rowani928
Feb 28, 2025
Great experience - Chef Alma was really nice and very informative. It was a great experience and amazing food, would definitely recommend!
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Cruiser44657764385
Feb 26, 2025
Cooking class in Playa del Carmen - Great experience! Alma not only shared her knowledge of cooking but gave us information about the local area that was very interesting and helpful. We all got to participate in the cooking and the meal was delicious! Highly recommend for people that love to cook or just love to eat and want to experience authentic Mexico!
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Gavinmf4050no
Feb 24, 2025
Not just a cooking class
 - Really enjoyed this class that focused on not only preparing and cooking Mexican dishes but also hearing about the history of the the city, culture and meals themselves. Alva was amazing and would highly recommend this as an authentic experience in Playa Del Carmen!
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Charles_p
Feb 15, 2025
Fun, educational and... - Fun, educational and delicious. Would strongly recommend for any age. Will take another class whenever we get back to Playa!
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Freedom63365808673
Feb 12, 2025
A Flavorful Journey with Chef Alma - It’s a Must-Do in Playa! - Taking a three-hour cooking class with your someone special is a wonderful way to immerse yourself in the flavors of Mexico. Chef Alma from Cookin’ Playa couldn’t have been more welcoming, kind, and knowledgeable about both Mexican cuisine and its rich history. We started by making fresh tortillas from scratch. The salsas we prepared were quick and bursting with flavor and the taquitos were absolutely delicious. Every dish we created was something we could easily recreate at home, making the experience not just enjoyable but practical as well. Also, the class catered well for vegetarian and vegan options. Beyond the cooking, Chef Alma shared fascinating insights into Mexican culinary traditions, ingredients, and even a bit of local history—including why Playa del Carmen has its name! This class was a true highlight of our trip, and we highly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique and memorable activity in Playa del Carmen. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, you’ll leave with new skills, great memories, and a full stomach!
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Teresa_p
Feb 1, 2025
Not just the food - Chef Alma was fabulous! Her knowledge of not only authentic Mexican cooking, but also the history of the area and tips on where to get authentic food added so much to the whole experience. There were eight of us and it was a perfect size for learning and socialization.
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Meganla4653rm
Jan 15, 2025
A Must Do - This is my 3rd time visiting Alma. She feels like a dear friend... a dear friend with excellent cooking skills and recipes. Everything is delicious ana can be made when we get home with her detailed recipes. Every experience was different and fresh. I'll be back a fourth time for sure.
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Passenger58615418521
Jan 15, 2025
Amazing Cooking!!! - Alma is absolutely amazing! We thoroughly enjoyed the time and learned some great tips! The guacamole, rajas poblanas, beans, chicken, and salsa roja were outstanding. We will be back next year and look forward to seeing Alma and Gladys!!!
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