"Alma" is the word for soul in Spanish and it is how authentic Mexican cooking begins. Join Josefina (or Jeronimo, Josefina's son) in her home kitchen for a 3-hour hands-on small-group cooking class (limited to 6 students). Discover and taste the cuisine of Mexico through Josefina's personal family recipes. During this culinary experience you will also get to visit Cozumel's local market. Deepen your cultural knowledge of Mexico by interacting with the local market vendors and then bringing your ingredients home to cook a well-rounded Mexican meal just in time for siesta!
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Small-group cooking class - limited to 8 people to ensure a more personalized and hands-on experience
Beverages (water, aqua frescas - traditional Mexican beverages, Margaritas and beer are available)
Snacks during class
All ingredients for cooking your meal (multi-course/ multi-dishes)
Josefina's e-cookbook (personal recipes from class!)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from class (although we are happy to provide information on how to get to class from wherever you are coming from)
Meeting Points
Departure
Mercado Municipal
Please meet on Calle Rosado Salas between Ave 20 & Ave 25. Josefina or Jeronimo (Josefina's son) will be standing near the Benito Juarez statue that is between two benches, right in front of the market.
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Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Participants immerse themselves in authentic Mexican culinary traditions through a hands-on cooking class. The experience begins with a guided tour of the local market, "El Mercado," where attendees learn to select fresh, traditional ingredients. In Josefina's kitchen, students receive instruction on Mexican cooking tools like molcajetes (mortar and pestle), lime presses, tortilla presses, and the comal (a flat griddle). The class covers the preparation of handmade tortillas, traditional sauces, guacamole, side dishes, and more. Participants also have the opportunity to make authentic margaritas or traditional Mexican agua frescas (flavored waters). The session culminates in enjoying the pre...
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"Alma" is the word for soul in Spanish and it is how authentic Mexican cooking begins. Join Josefina (or Jeronimo, Josefina's son) in her home kitchen for a 3-hour hands-on small-group cooking class (limited to 6 students). Discover and taste the cuisine of Mexico through Josefina's personal family recipes. During this culinary experience you will also get to visit Cozumel's local market. Deepen your cultural knowledge of Mexico by interacting with the local market vendors and then bringing your ingredients home to cook a well-rounded Mexican meal just in time for siesta!
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Small-group cooking class - limited to 8 people to ensure a more personalized and hands-on experience
Beverages (water, aqua frescas - traditional Mexican beverages, Margaritas and beer are available)
Snacks during class
All ingredients for cooking your meal (multi-course/ multi-dishes)
Josefina's e-cookbook (personal recipes from class!)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from class (although we are happy to provide information on how to get to class from wherever you are coming from)
Meeting Points
Departure
Mercado Municipal
Please meet on Calle Rosado Salas between Ave 20 & Ave 25. Josefina or Jeronimo (Josefina's son) will be standing near the Benito Juarez statue that is between two benches, right in front of the market.
