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Cancún Flavor Quest: Market to Table Experience

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Embark on the “Cancún Flavor Quest” and uncover the rich flavors and vibrant culinary traditions of Cancún. Start your day in the energetic settings of a local market on Avenida Tulum, learning to pick the best ingredients under the expert eye of your chef-guide. Move on to Plaza 28, where you’ll delve deeper into the local food culture, sampling unique products and learning about the culinary techniques that make Mexican cuisine so beloved. The tour’s highlight will be a hands-on cooking class in a private kitchen, where you’ll transform fresh, local ingredients into traditional Mexican dishes. This culinary journey teaches you about authentic Mexican cooking and offers an intimate look at the local culture, leaving you with both new cooking skills and cherished memories.Please note: The availability and accessibility of attractions may vary based on time of day and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Overview

Embark on the “Cancún Flavor Quest” and uncover the rich flavors and vibrant culinary traditions of Cancún. Start your day in the energetic settings of a local market on Avenida Tulum, learning to pick the best ingredients under the expert eye of your chef-guide. Move on to Plaza 28, where you’ll delve deeper into the local food culture, sampling unique products and learning about the culinary techniques that make Mexican cuisine so beloved. The tour’s highlight will be a hands-on cooking class in a private kitchen, where you’ll transform fresh, local ingredients into traditional Mexican dishes. This culinary journey teaches you about authentic Mexican cooking and offers an intimate look at the local culture, leaving you with both new cooking skills and cherished memories.

Please note: The availability and accessibility of attractions may vary based on time of day and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Itinerary

  • Cancun

    Start with hotel pick-up for a hassle-free experience.

    2 hours
  • Cancún is not only a gateway to the Caribbean but also a melting pot of cultures, evident in its diverse culinary landscape. This city combines breathtaking natural beauty with a bustling urban atmosphere, making it a dynamic starting point for any culinary adventure. Here, you can experience everything from street food vendors selling traditional snacks to upscale restaurants offering innovative fusion cuisine.

    45 minutes
  • Continue to Plaza 28, another key spot for local foods and ingredients. Engage with local vendors, taste test items, and select additional fresh ingredients needed for your cooking lesson. With your ingredients in hand, you'll proceed to a private kitchen where your cooking class will take place. Here, you'll get hands-on experience preparing traditional Mexican dishes under the expert instruction of your chef.

    45 minutes
  • Cancun

    End with a drop-off at your hotel, completing the journey.

    2 hours

Location

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Address

Av. Tulum 260, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico

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Inclusions

  • All ingredients
  • Professional local tour guide
  • cooking equipment
  • Professional English speaking local Chef
  • Transportation

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Guide Languages

  • English

  • Spanish

Cancellation Policy

No refund is possible if you cancel.

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mistymitch2blessed
Excellent experience. They picked us up from our resort on time. They then took us grocery shopping at a Mexican food market. We then went to a restaurant and had a private cooking class, which includ...

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