Mexican Cooking Class + Mercado de la Cruz Tour

Delve into the richness of Mexican culinary traditions through this engaging cooking class in Santiago de Querétaro. The experience begins with a visit to the Mercado de la Cruz, where we will select the freshest ingredients needed for our dishes.

Tour Details

At the scheduled time, we will convene at the vibrant Mercado de la Cruz. This bustling market flaunts an array of colors, aromas, and fresh produce, marking the start of our culinary journey in Santiago de Querétaro.

During the next 1.5 hours, we will explore the various stalls, handpicking the fresh ingredients that will feature in our cooking class. To whet our appetites, we will savor a delicious barbecue taco while we learn about the significance of local ingredients in traditional Mexican cookery.

Following our market adventure, we will take a short 10-minute walk to the venue where our cooking class will unfold. Once settled, we will prepare the ingredients as we share fascinating insights about the dishes we’ll create, their origins, and preparation methods—there are plenty of surprises in store!

As we sip on a welcome cocktail, we will collaboratively craft various dishes that showcase Mexican gastronomy and its innovative fusions. The chef will choose recipes based on the day's ingredients and personal inspirations.

After approximately 2.5 hours of cooking and acquiring vital culinary techniques, we will relish our creations, complemented by another cocktail that accentuates the flavors of our dishes. Your taste buds will be delighted!

To wrap up this immersive 6 to 7 hour experience, we will create a final dessert together, which could range from a traditional sweet treat to artisanal ice cream or another Mexican delight—the ideal conclusion to our culinary adventure!