• Otilo Montaño - Meet Manu at the Mercado Cinco de Diciembre, just an eight-minute drive from his home. Together, explore the vibrant stalls and immerse yourself in the sounds, aromas, and colors of a traditional Mexican market. Visit fruit and vegetable stands, a tortilleria (tortilla factory), a carnicería (butcher), and a pescadería (fish market) to learn how to select the finest ingredients.

Back at Manu’s home, join him in his kitchen to prepare an authentic Mexican meal. During this Puerto Vallarta cooking class, expect to learn how to make three dishes. Possible dishes include a fresh ceviche with the catch of the day, panela enchiladas made with genuine Mexican cheese, and shrimp, octopus, or mushroom al ajillo, all using traditional techniques and ingredients. Cooking will take about an hour before enjoying the meal together.

If seafood isn’t preferred, inform Manu a few days in advance, and he can arrange a meat-based menu.

• Inclusive of all taxes, fees, and handling charges
• Complimentary bottled water provided
• Experience a private market tour and cooking class with local host Manuel
• Enjoy the company and expertise of a local host
• Savor local beer during the experience

• Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included

• Ceviche - Citrusy ceviche made with fresh catch of the day like mahi mahi
• Panela enchiladas - A unique dish of rolled tortillas filled with authentic panela cheese and topped with a lettuce, tomato, radish and pickled jalapeno garnish
• Seafood or mushroom al ajillo - Shrimp, octopus or mushroom sautéed in a chili, garlic oil

Learn to cook with a local chef in Puerto Vallarta during this private culinary experience! Your host for the day is Manu, a professionally trained chef who loves to create innovative, modern fusions of classic Mexican dishes. Manu will take you to the local market and show you his favorite vendors. After doing a bit of shopping you’ll return to his home and cook a meal together. Manu will teach you to prepare traditional Mexican dishes with a modern twist, dishes you can replicate in your own kitchen at home. Enjoy the meal together in Manu’s home, a small but typical home in central Puerto Vallarta.

• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Please note: this is not a professional cooking class, rather an experience to visit a local home to meet a local chef and share culture and cuisine together.

If you cancel at least 2 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.