Cooking Class

A Guatemalan cooking class in Antigua offers a hands-on dive into the country’s culinary heritage. It often starts with a market visit to discover fresh, local ingredients. Under a local chef’s guidance, you’ll actively prepare traditional dishes like handmade tortillas and flavorful stews like «pepián.» You’ll learn about the history and cultural significance of the ingredients and recipes. Traditional cooking techniques and culinary secrets are shared throughout the class. The experience culminates in savoring the authentic meal you’ve prepared. It’s a unique way to connect with Guatemalan culture through its rich gastronomy. You’ll gain recipes and lasting memories.

Available all year round

Group size 1-50

Guatemala

What’s included

✅3-4 hours class
✅Guatemala chef
✅Learn about the typical
✅Pepian, Chiles Rellenos

Day 1
Cooking Class

Your Guatemalan culinary journey in Antigua begins with a convenient hotel pickup by your guide, who will transport you to the charming cooking class venue. Upon arrival, you’ll be introduced to the fascinating fusion of modern techniques with ancestral Mayan practices that underpin contemporary Guatemalan cuisine. Your guide will explain how ancient traditions, passed down through generations, influence today’s flavors and methods. You’ll learn about specific Mayan culinary customs and how they are thoughtfully integrated into modern dishes. This unique approach will then lead you to the heart of Guatemalan gastronomy as you embark on preparing the nation’s renowned traditional dish: «El Pepián.» You’ll discover the secrets behind this flavorful stew, guided step-by-step, incorporating both time-honored techniques and perhaps a touch of modern innovation inspired by those ancient Mayan roots.