Essence of Mexico: Authentic Mexican Cooking Class & Market Tour
Overview
Deeply Connect with Mexican Culture
Join us for the Essence of Mexico, an authentic and immersive culinary experience that goes beyond cooking. Learn to prepare the essential dishes of Mexican cuisine with confidence, using local, sustainable ingredients, and savor the true flavors that define Mexico.
Enjoy an unforgettable experience filled with memorable moments and meaningful connections with fellow food enthusiasts. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Mexican culture, gaining a deeper understanding of its culinary heritage—an enrichment that will elevate your entire trip, allowing you to experience Mexico more fully and authentically.
Return home with new cooking skills, rich cultural insights, and cherished memories of an exclusive, high-quality experience that made your trip to Mexico City truly special.
What's Included
- Alcoholic beverages Artisanal mezcal, Mexican craft beer, Mexican wine
- Market Tour
- All needed ingredients to cook menu
- Printed recipes
- Four course lunch
- Professional Chef guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Medellín 191A
Roma Nte., Cuauhtémoc, 06700 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Your culinary journey begins at our beautifully designed cooking studio in the heart of Roma Norte. You'll be welcomed with a refreshing Agua Fresca, premium Mexican coffee, or our herbal infusion, paired with an authentic Mexican appetizer, as your chef shares the fascinating history and soul of Mexican cuisine.
From there, we'll walk to Mercado de Medellín, steps from the studio. This guided market tour offers a window into daily Mexican life and the ingredients that define its cuisine. Along the way, you'll enjoy curated tastings: native corn tortillas, raw cacao, Oaxacan chocolate, seasonal fruits, and for the adventurous, edible insects, a true Mexican tradition.
Back in the studio, it's time to cook. You'll roll up your sleeves for a fully hands-on class where you'll master four iconic dishes — from pre-Hispanic roots to our acclaimed White Mole, featured in "101 Reasons to Taste the World" by the Cook and Chef Institute.
You'll then sit down to enjoy every dish you've prepared, paired with artisanal mezcal, Mexican craft beer, or fine Mexican wine.
Leave with new skills, recipes to recreate at home, and a deeper connection to Mexican culture that will elevate your trip.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not suitable for nuts allergies
- Mole Blanco is usually served with chicken pieces. Other options available: panela cheese or mushrooms, please indicate your selection.
- An apron will be provided to be used during class. To better enjoy the class we suggest wearing comfortable clothes and shoes, please avoid scarves, long necklaces and jewelry while in the kitchen.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Alcoholic beverages. Artisanal mezcal, Mexican craft beer, Mexican wine.
- Market Tour.
- All needed ingredients to cook menu.
- Printed recipes.
- Four course lunch.
- Professional Chef guide.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Essence of Mexico: Authentic Mexican Cooking Class & Market Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not suitable for nuts allergies
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Essence of Mexico: Authentic Mexican Cooking Class & Market Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Alcoholic beveragesArtisanal mezcal, Mexican craft beer, Mexican wine
- Market Tour
- All needed ingredients to cook menu
- Printed recipes
- Four course lunch
- Professional Chef guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not suitable for nuts allergies
- Mole Blanco is usually served with chicken pieces. Other options available: panela cheese or mushrooms, please indicate your selection.
- An apron will be provided to be used during class. To better enjoy the class we suggest wearing comfortable clothes and shoes, please avoid scarves, long necklaces and jewelry while in the kitchen.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
