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Home cooking in the kitchen of a renowned Oaxacan chef

Take a unique cooking class in the kitchens of Criollo, my restaurant. Over the course of four and a half hours, you will learn and taste the different flavors that are mixed with homemade and Oaxacan ingredients. • I will welcome you to Criollo's private kitchen, where we will review the menu of the day and some of the traditional ingredients we will use, some of which are hard to find outside of Mexico and the ingredients you can use when you return home. • We will prepare several dishes together, from chopping onions to mixing sauces. I will share stories about growing up in Oaxaca and my work as a chef in Pujol, Criollo and other restaurants. • Finally, we will meet at the table to enjoy the food we have just prepared! You will leave the experience with recipes of the dishes we have cooked, the idea is that you can replicate them at home.

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Craft a chocolate dessert with an Oaxacan chef

Step behind the scenes of my celebrated restaurant in Oaxaca City, where I’ll show you how to transform Oaxacan chocolate into a one-of-a-kind dessert. • I’ll begin by welcoming you into the kitchen and sharing the ancient traditions of chocolate-making in this region. • You’ll learn the step-by-step process of creating a dessert using the finest local ingredients—from selecting the shape and flavor of your dessert to filling and decorating the finished product. • After we finish making your masterpiece, you’re welcome to linger over cocktails in our downstairs bar. After our encounter you’ll leave with a deeper knowledge and appreciation for the rich culinary traditions of Oaxaca.

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Taste fine mezcals with a fifth-generation distiller

At my family’s tasting room, Mezcaloteca, I’ll guide you through a tasting of four traditional mezcals derived from the same agave. As you savor each one, you’ll learn how time transforms the spirit of the agave, infusing it with notes and subtleties that tell stories of the past. • I’ll welcome you to Mezcaloteca, show you how traditional mezcals are made, and talk about my family’s five-generation history of mezcal production. • Start sipping, comparing young mezcals against ones aged in glass and learning how to recognize and interpret the differences. • Choose one of the mezcals you’ve just tasted to take home and continue aging in a crystal vase made especially for our experience. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the essence of traditional mezcals.

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Taste regional Oaxacan mezcals with agave experts

Spend a few hours in a speakeasy in the company of two mezcal experts, learning about Oaxaca’s beloved spirit. You’ll uncover the secrets of artisanal production and delve into the stories woven into each sip. Here, mezcal is not just consumed; it is understood, felt, and honored. • Begin with an introduction to the origins of mezcal and its deep connection to Oaxacan culture, as well as the process of harvesting agave and distilling the spirit. • Taste six of our favorite artisanal mezcals from six different regions, each represented by a master mezcalero and a distinct agave species. • We’ll guide you through the process of tasting each one, savoring its appearance and identifying subtleties in its aroma and flavor. You’ll learn how to identify regional variations. After the formal tasting, we’ll relax over a delicious mezcal cocktail, exchanging thoughts and impressions with one another. You’ll leave with a 200 ml bottle of mezcal and a beautifully engraved jícara (cup), perfect for savoring on a future occasion.

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Taste Oaxaca’s seven traditional moles with mezcal pairing

Spend an evening at Los Pacos, my family’s restaurant in Oaxaca, where we will guide you through a tasting of Oaxaca’s seven famous moles, describing each one along the way. • After welcoming you to the restaurant, we’ll share a little bit about our history and take you back to the kitchen so you can see how mole is traditionally made. • Next comes a succession of bite-sized dishes, each featuring a different mole, including green mole with fresh Baja California tuna, a taco with hierba santa and Oaxacan cheese, sirloin with chichilo, a garnacha with beef tongue and caper stew, a plantain molote with almond mole a pork picadillo taquito with red mole, our traditional and authentic black mole with smashed sweet potato • Each bite will be paired with an artisanal or ancestral Oaxacan mezcal from our collection. It’s a rare chance to taste all seven of these classic dishes in one sitting, and you’ll leave with a full belly and a full heart. Note: Since every course comes with mezcal, guests must be at least 18 years of age.

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Make tamales and sip mezcal with the owner of Taco Sireno

Join me at Taco Sireno for a one-of-a-kind seafood tamales and molotitos workshop at my restaurant, where we’ll celebrate the rich culinary traditions of my coastal town of Salina Cruz. As we prepare these iconic masa-based dishes, you’ll also savor a taste of Oaxaca’s traditional mezcal. • Start with a welcome mezcal toast from my personal selection and an introduction to our fresh, local ingredients. • Learn how to prepare and cook tamales and molotitos, guided by my recipes, while enjoying salsa music and a relaxed atmosphere. • Savor your creations together at the table, sharing stories and connecting over the flavors of Salina Cruz. This immersive culinary experience blends tradition, flavor, and fun—leaving you with a personal connection to Oaxaca’s coastal cuisine.

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4.87 out of 5 average rating, 1499 reviews

Oaxacan Vegetarian Cooking Class

The Vegetarian Oaxacan Cooking Class, a class in English and Spanish, we will take a tour through a beautiful traditional neighborhood of Oaxaca, lend you a "chiquigüite and mandil" occupied to go to the market traditionally, we will take a tour of the Mercado neighborhood, we will pass the most beautiful churches and we will walk through parks overlooked by beautiful trees, pink, green and yellow quarry houses, I will show you beautiful parks of the colonial neighborhood and secret parks of this area of the city. In the middle of our tour we will meet some fresh organic vegetable and vegetable producers from a village near the city grown organically and harvested in the morning, then we will visit some producers in the neighborhood market, taste some snacks and buy some supplies for our Oaxacan vegetarian cooking class. We will return to our starting point to start the class and provide all the information on our menu, we will prepare everything fresh, a main course, a salad, water and even a dessert and all taken care of by a traditional stove. We will share the food and thank the mother earth and all the presenters, as well as the flavors of Oaxaca and diverse. Other things to note This cooking class was developed through deep research with people who specialize in pre-hispanic food, and we seek to spread the heritage value of Oaxacan vegetarian food.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 1777 reviews

Traditional Oaxaca cooking class

Welcome to my home, your home! I'm Mimi Lopez Hernandez and the first thing we will do is cook our own sauce for our authentic Oaxacan breakfast. Then we will learn about the organic ingredients that we will use in our traditional Oaxaca recipe: one of the famous seven moles of Oaxaca and some delicious tamales in the style of our valley; we will make a toast with mezcal to start the experience and hands to work. Oaxacan cuisine is world represented by famous dishes that we can prepare and so you know a little more about our way of eating them, these dishes will be the ones you will take in your heart and you will learn how to do it from the beginning to the end. Don't forget that you'll be involved in each process to understand the cultural meaning of each other, you'll learn how to make tortillas by hand and put them in the comal, so come ready to participate and eat! After that, we'll eat what we prepare together. Traditional cuisine in Oaxaca is a cultural heritage and I will share with you the experience of visiting my house so that you live a totally traditional experience. Come prepared to enjoy! For your convenience the classes are available in English, with special characteristics for vegans or vegetarians, just let me know in advance. Welcome to Oaxaca!

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 1293 reviews

A farm to table traditional Oaxaca Cooking Class

We start the day in our family farm to introduce ourselves and Oaxacan cooking to you over coffee or hot chocolate we will choose the menu for the day where you will become the main chef of this culinary experience we will go to the farm to collect fresh herbs & veggies we will walk 4 min to the local market to buy the remaining ingredients for our Oaxacan feast Back at home will start to work with metate to transform the corn into a handmade masa to make fresh tortillas you will cook, nopales, huitlacoche, shred quesillio to make quesadillas, empanadas, tetelas in the hot Comal that works with wood fire You will have a moles tasting I Will show you how to cook different kinds of salsas to enjoy brunch After a nice break and some mezcales, we will cook a real Oaxacan 3 course meal It could be any of the most representative moles or other things, there is so many options to choose from the cooking class always is different, it’s based on your curiosity and doubts so, feel free to Choose your own mole/cooking adventure! Sip a nice mezcal and refresh yourself with a beer enjoying a real traditional oaxacan feast under the shade trees This workshop is fully hands-on and the aim of this experience is to share knowledge and teach you how to cook it at home we aim to show to our guests the magic of Oaxaca food in the real traditional way also we can accommodate food restrictions

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 768 reviews

Tacos and Secret Bars of the city

Traveling the city at night by car is an experience that fascinates me, the city changes and we can see different aspects of both visual and customs, I will show you some of the main old neighborhoods that are around the historic center (a bit far from downtown of the city), We will have 3 stops in 2 taquerias (which are changing day by day) and at the end we will go for a couple of beers in one of my favorite bars in the city, first we will find ourselves in a garden very close to the center (Conzati Garden), we will go up to my truck and we will go to the neighborhood of Jalatlaco (one of the oldest neighborhoods of Oaxaca) we will cross the area and we will go to the first taco stop of the night. I can tell you a little about the history of the neighborhoods or we can simply enjoy the music that we especially compile for this experience. Finally we will go to a taqueria in the neighborhood of Ex Marquesado and finally we will return to the center to have a couple of beers in one of my favorite bars in the city. The experience can be shaped according to your tastes and the type of food you prefer.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 1199 reviews

Mezcal and Mole with a Certified Sommelier

Vegan-friendly* Is a tasting, not a dinner.* Perfect for solo travelers, couples and groups alike, join us for an enchanting evening in the heart of Oaxaca where you will explore the rich flavors of seven traditional moles paired perfectly with seven exceptional mezcals. This experience is crafted to suit all culinary enthusiasts. Highlights of Your Experience: • Professional Guidance: Led by expert sommeliers from the Agave Spirits Institute. • Artisanal Flavors: Enjoy a selection of handcrafted moles, thoughtfully prepared with simple, pure ingredients to enhance their natural flavors—suitable for all, including those following a vegan diet. • Exclusive Mezcal Tastings: Experience a curated collection of artesanal mezcals, each selected to exhibit the unique traits of agaves such as Espadín, Cuixe, Tepeztate, Mexicano, and more, including a rare Destilado de Chocolate. • Cultural Immersion: Engage in lively discussions, share your impressions, and learn about the rich gastronomic heritage of Oaxaca. • Connect with fellow travelers and locals who are eager to elevate their understanding of these iconic Mexican traditions. What to Expect: Prepare for a memorable night where each sip and bite tells a story of tradition and craftsmanship. We’ve paired each mezcal and mole meticulously to ensure an unforgettable sensory experience.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 539 reviews

Tour in the Abastos Market

We will have breakfast in the market in a way that you will not forget! We will discover the foods, drinks, fruits, crafts and colors of the largest and local market in south of Mexico. We remind you not to have breakfast so you can eat here the infinity of dishes. WE include A MEZCAL TASTING, more than 10 different mezcales. Remember that 9 am is in English and 9:30 am in SPANISH and there is no translation. They are different from each other but equally incredible!. DOMINGO is English and Spanish, a relaxed day and good for photos and without so many people. You can try pumpkin flower empanadas, Tejate, pulque, mezcal, meats, tamales, memelas, yellow empanadas, BBQ tacos and more! We try season fruits or food in the market. we are very focus on discovering the market, And always you have the chance to stay after the tour to shop in the incredible area of handcrafts! exiting from there is easy. We will take a tour between the fruit and vegetable area. Imagine more than 20 hectares of colors, aromas and a lot to eat :D This is the market you need to know if you want to see the origins of this Oaxacan market guiding by Oaxaqueños, not like other tours that is people not from oaxaca. Those who like can stay at the end with Doña Vale and spend more time in the market. All food included, just doña Vale is on you :D Write us in Lembranza Mexico for discounts!

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 2905 reviews

Traditional Oaxacan cooking class

What you'll do The first step will be to show you the ingredients that you can find in all Oaxacan homes, one of the advantages of our experience is that we have a garden with herbs and organic chilis. Baldo my son will share his knowledge in mezcal. We have an extend variety of agaves and homemade creations that you need to try. An open bar of mezcal is waiting for you. Snacks? Of course but you need to do Oaxacan style which includes worms, chicatanas and chapulines. Fist course we will offer chileajo tostadas and fruit water. Have you heard anything about the metate and how tortillas are made by hand? Here we will show you how to make tortillas, tetelas and memelitas. One of my specialties is salsas made in a molcajete, we will roast the ingredients over charcoal and comal. In every class we make 4 to 6 salsas depending seasonal ingredients. The mole is the emblem of our cuisine and we will make one of the 7 moles from scratch using a metate, you can’t leave our home without tasting our mole negro, chocolate de agua, café de olla, nieves and a delicious cake. Everyone will participate in the different processes, cutting ingredients from the garden, making sauces and of course eating. Remember, when you visit a house in Oaxaca you have to come with an empty stomach. Other things to note The class is available in English too. We can offer classes for vegans and vegetarians, please let us know in advance. I am very exited to show you the authentic traditional flavours of Oaxaca

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 693 reviews

Mezcal Journey

Hola! Soy Lily! Perteneciente a una familia oaxaqueña que cultiva agave y desde hace 5 años, también producimos nuestra propia marca de Mezcal. Nuestra aventura comienza en el centro de la ciudad de Oaxaca con rumbo a Matatlán, pueblo mejor conocido como: "La capital mundial del mezcal" al ser el mayor productor de esta bebida en todo México. Ahí visitamos una destilería artesanal para ver de cerca la producción tradicional del mezcal. Nuestro objetivo es aprender todo el proceso paso a paso y valorar todo el esfuerzo qué hay detrás de esta bebida. En nuestro recorrido tendremos la oportunidad de ver áreas privadas, que normalmente están restringidas, como una cava de reposo y añejamiento; o incluso áreas de envasado en donde podrás participar y ser parte importante del proceso. Después de aprender cómo se elabora el mezcal, realizamos la degustación, la cual es ilimitada! Ya que podrás probar tanto como desees! Además, platicaremos sobre las diferentes categorías, clases y variedades que existen. Continuamos nuestro viaje a los increíbles campos de agave, en donde podrás capturar las mejores fotos e incluso realizar actividades como plantación, corte o cosecha según la temporada. Para finalizar ofrecemos una rica y tradicional comida oaxaqueña elaborada por nuestra familia! + Sí la fecha que buscas no está disponible, por favor envíanos un mensaje! Ig: @themezcaljourney

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 485 reviews

Oaxacan food cooking class

Hello, I'm Su, welcome to Oaxaca! I'm an authentically Oaxacan traditional cook. I am currently part of Gueta, a nonprofit association, where we work in preserving traditional food and social development of indigenous villages. Cooking for me is sharing the traditions of my village, so to start this ADVENTURE we will have a delicious hot chocolate and then cook! We will cook in a beautiful open kitchen, and for that we will use clay pots as traditionally made in Oaxaca. Together we will prepare a delicious breakfast, make sauces and tortillas, which you will do with your own hands and I will help you every step of the way. After breakfast, we will cook one of the seven Oaxacan MOLES and of course we will also make a delicious dessert you will love! In Gueta we support local producers, that's why the ingredients we will use will be fresh and organic, we will also harvest from my own garden. To accompany the food, we will prepare a drink with the MEZCAL that my family has been producing for several generations. Live this experience as it supports traditional cooks and their families. You can learn more about the experience in my IG "GuetaOaxaca". I will love to meet you and share with you the recipes of my grandmas and the delicious Oaxacan cuisine!

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 245 reviews

Mezcal Speakeasy Oaxaca

Did you know that mezcal was prohibited a few years ago? Hello! My name is Fernando and for several years I have worked at one of the most important distilleries in Oaxaca. As a mezcal lover, I enjoy sharing the secrets of this drink with everyone. Try to discover our secret location in the heart of the central area of Oaxaca! Through our experience you will be able to enjoy at least 7 mezcales of different regions, agave varieties and different classes/categories. In addition to, of course, knowing their process. The idea is that you enjoy a pleasant night learning about the most emblematic distillery in Oaxaca, and in turn, have fun, since you can also elaborate your own accompaniments... such as the famous "Sal de Gusano" or your OWN COCKTAILS!!! So if it's your thing to travel, learn about other cultures and make friends… you are in the right place! It will be a pleasure to welcome you to our city and be that friend to help you with the best local recommendations!

Food and drink activities in Oaxaca

Food and drink activities led by local experts

Home cooking in the kitchen of a renowned Oaxacan chef

Craft a chocolate dessert with an Oaxacan chef

Helados y Destilados with a Mezcal Sommelier

Taste fine mezcals with a fifth-generation distiller

Taste regional Oaxacan mezcals with agave experts

Taste Oaxaca’s seven traditional moles with mezcal pairing

Make tamales and sip mezcal with the owner of Taco Sireno

Top-rated food and drink activities

Oaxacan Vegetarian Cooking Class

Traditional Oaxaca cooking class

A farm to table traditional Oaxaca Cooking Class

Tacos and Secret Bars of the city

Mezcal and Mole with a Certified Sommelier

Tour in the Abastos Market

Traditional Oaxacan cooking class

Mezcal Journey

Oaxacan food cooking class

Mezcal Speakeasy Oaxaca

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