Overview
Ready to cook up (and eat) a feast of flavors? This cooking class takes place and ends in the home of a master chef introduces you to the cuisine of culturally rich Puerto Vallarta. Shop for produce at the local market, visit a tortilla factory and discover interesting facts about Mexico’s culinary heritage.
Daily Menu:
Monday: Taco feast, Street style Pork Tacos , Tortillas, Salsas and Guacamole.
Tuesday: Chocolate Mole, Mexican rice and Poblano cream soup, all from scratch (grandma’s recipes)
Wednesday: Sea Food and Fish day, Ceviche, Mexican Style Shrimp, Octopus or Fish Bbq, Tortillas and Guacamole.
Thursday: Tamales and Chiles Rellenos, Salsas, Guacamole and Tortillas
Friday: The Best of Jalisco, Birria in Adobo sauce, Sopes with Guacamole, Salsas and Home made Tortillas.
Daily: Margarita cocktail lesson
We can customize and accommodate our menu to vegans, vegetarians, gluten free, dairy free, etc.
Great for cruise ship passengers.
Meets close to the cruise ship terminal.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Full Meal, Purified Water
Guided tour of the market
Professional chef as your host (multilingual)
Lunch
Tequila Mixology (Margaritas)
Transportation is only from the market to the home of the Chef
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Exact meeting point is "FRUTERIA MONTERO" beside "Mercado Palmar de Aramara" (this market area is one block behind Sam's Club; please wait at the corner outisde of MONTERO)
Good to know
*Please double-check all details before heading to the meeting point by taxi or Uber.
* This ticket is only valid for the date, time, location, and number of people you selected at booking.
What to expect
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45 min
Meet Chef Enrique and get ready for a full immersion into the culture and of course the flavor behind the Mexican cuisine.
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15 min
Next, visit a local tortilla factory to purchase the dough that you'll use to roll out fresh tortillas.
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Puerto Vallarta
15 min
After picking up all the ingredientes needed for the recipes of the day, you will ride in the van towards Chef Enrique's house in Jardines de las Gaviotas, where the cooking class, the mixology class and the food tasting will take place.
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Puerto Vallarta
3 hours
Armed with fresh ingredients, head over to the master chef’s house to start your class. The main courses change daily (see
Itinerary below), but expect to learn how to make salsa de molcajete (made in a mortar with fresh or dried chiles) and dessert. Then try your hand at anything from chiles rellenos and tamales to tacos and fish ceviche. Perhaps cook mole poblano and learn about the more than 27 ingredients, in addition to chocolate, that compose this delicious sauce. Top it off with a Margarita or a good Tequila!
The best part of this class is that you get to eat what you cook.
Sit down and enjoy of a well-earned feast and good conversation with the chef.
All this in an authentic and warm: "Mi Casa tu Casa" atmosphere.
At the end of the cooking class you can take a taxi or Uber from the house of Chef Enrique to your respective resort.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Mexico City).
Additional Information
- Please Let us know about Food Allergies, Food restrictions or Mobility issues
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Puerto Vallarta Cooking Experience with Market Tour and Tastings
Can I cancel Puerto Vallarta Cooking Experience with Market Tour and Tastings for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4–5 hours.
Where does it start?
Exact meeting point is "FRUTERIA MONTERO" beside "Mercado Palmar de Aramara" (this market area is one block behind Sam's Club; please wait at the corner outisde of MONTERO)
What's included?
- Full Meal, Purified Water
- Guided tour of the market
- Professional chef as your host (multilingual)
- Lunch
- Tequila Mixology (Margaritas)
- Transportation is only from the market to the home of the Chef
What's not included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Juan More Taco Tours
