Cancun : Mexican Seafood Barbecue Class with Local Chef

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

If you're looking for a fun, hands-on culinary experience with a local this class is the perfect fit for you!

Recipes: Guided by our expert instructor, you’ll prepare a variety of seafood dishes infused with Mexico's bold and signature flavors.

Snacks: We will also bring some Mexican snacks for you to try.

Drinks: all you care to make and drink margaritas, beers, bottled water and Mexican iced tea. Beer sold separately.

All ingredients for the BBQ, along with unlimited margaritas and water, are included in the price—no hidden fees!

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Experience Cancun’s ultimate seafood BBQ in a relaxed local home, where you’ll cook, eat, and connect while discovering the flavors and traditions of Cancun. Guided by a local chef, you’ll learn about the region’s BBQ culture, prepare fresh seafood dishes, enjoy drinks along the way, and share the table with fellow travelers in a warm and welcoming setting. By the end, you’ll sit down to enjoy the delicious meal you created together. Grill fresh, succulent seafood like shrimp and octopus, paired with buttery cassava and flavorful Mexican-style salsas. End the meal with a sweet treat—Tamarind candy dessert, the perfect finish to a perfect day. All ingredients for the BBQ, along with unlimited margaritas, beers, juices and water, are included in the price, no hidden fees! Sip on a freshly made margarita as you prepare seafood, surrounded by the best company.

Sample Menu

starter

Salsa with chips

Salsa made from scratch

main

Shrimp + veggie stick

main

Octopus

main

Sardines

starter

Margarita

starter

Cassava sticks

What‘s Included

Unlimited caipirinhas to those over 17 Years old and soft drinks to those 17 and under.

All the food: ingredients for the bbq, the appetizers and desserts

Unlimited bottled water

Private transportation

gratuities

Options

Private Cooking class

Min. of 2 participants require

Shared Group Cooking class

Reviews

5.00

9 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Authentic cooking class
bradleyag17,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Mel and Israel were great host. Food and scenery was awesome. This is not a touristy trip so if you’re looking for something to do off the main path this is a good option.
Incredible Beachside Cooking Experience!
stephaniepN8089AO,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The beach seafood barbecue cooking class was absolutely unforgettable! The food was amazing—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly grilled right by the ocean. The drinks were fantastic and complemented every bite. What really made the experience special were the spectacular chefs—they were fun, knowledgeable, and made everyone feel like part of the team. Learning to cook seafood in such a beautiful setting was pure magic. Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting the area!
Skip the taco tours and try this authentic beach cooking experience
Sean F,May 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
If you're looking for an unique hands-on experience with fresh seafood and great teaching hosts, this is it. We didn't want to do a basic walking taco tour, but rather something authentic and different. We prepared fresh guacamole, shrimp and snapper (which was brought to our hosts right off the boat) that was grilled on the beach with a beautiful and rustic view. We also were treated to some tasty cocktails and cold beer throughout the afternoon. The food was absolutely delicious, and learning how to use classic Mexican spices and ingredients to create sauces and marinades was an added bonus that we've taken home with us. Thanks again to Chef Mel and her husband for an amazing afternoon and culinary experience!
Mexican cuisine on the beach
A9124GBcristiana,Mar 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Melissa's support of the class was beautiful! We enjoyed too much the class and cooking! It’s really top!! Should we come to Her house?
Fun culinary experience
vilmaandreac,Mar 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent and delicious experience cooking in front of the sea and tasting exquisite dishes of high quality. The treatment super friendly and fun.
Unique fun and delicious
jennalS2568BE,Mar 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
If you’re looking for something different to do in Mexico, this is it! The setup was perfect—the Combi van kitchen was so charming, and the beachside barbecue was an amazing way to learn authentic Mexican cooking. The atmosphere was relaxed and fun, and the food was some of the best I’ve had. I’ll be dreaming about that ceviche and grilled shrimp for weeks!
Great experience eating Mayan fish.
jesusisraelc2025,Mar 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had an amazing experience in the barbecue cooking class at Puerto Juarez Beach! The atmosphere was perfect: cooking by the sea with a vintage Combi gave it a fun and unique touch. The instructor was fantastic, sharing great tips and making the experience very enjoyable for everyone. The food was delicious, and the overall atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming. It was a truly unforgettable experience, I totally recommend it to anyone visiting Cancun!
Excellent!!
V2436GUmarcelal,Mar 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing food on the best stage! ”What an amazing experience! Learning to grill seafood and fresh meats right on the beach was a dream. The vintage Combi gave it a super special touch, and the whole class was fun and interactive. I left with new skills and a full stomach. If you love good food and beautiful scenery, this experience is a must!”
Original and fun
Tourist11286072673,Mar 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing Food in the Best Setting! “What an incredible experience! Learning to grill fresh seafood and meats right on the beach was a dream. The vintage Combi van added such a cool touch, and the entire class was fun and interactive. I walked away with new skills and a full stomach. This is a must-do if you love good food and beautiful scenery!”

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Cancun : Mexican Seafood Barbecue Class with Local Chef

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

If you're looking for a fun, hands-on culinary experience with a local this class is the perfect fit for you!

Recipes: Guided by our expert instructor, you’ll prepare a variety of seafood dishes infused with Mexico's bold and signature flavors.

Snacks: We will also bring some Mexican snacks for you to try.

Drinks: all you care to make and drink margaritas, beers, bottled water and Mexican iced tea. Beer sold separately.

All ingredients for the BBQ, along with unlimited margaritas and water, are included in the price—no hidden fees!

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Sample Menu

starter

Salsa with chips

Salsa made from scratch

main

Shrimp + veggie stick

main

Octopus

main

Sardines

starter

Margarita

starter

Cassava sticks

What‘s Included

Unlimited caipirinhas to those over 17 Years old and soft drinks to those 17 and under.

All the food: ingredients for the bbq, the appetizers and desserts

Unlimited bottled water

Private transportation

gratuities

Options

Private Cooking class

Min. of 2 participants require

Shared Group Cooking class

Reviews

5.00

9 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Authentic cooking class
bradleyag17,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Mel and Israel were great host. Food and scenery was awesome. This is not a touristy trip so if you’re looking for something to do off the main path this is a good option.
Incredible Beachside Cooking Experience!
stephaniepN8089AO,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The beach seafood barbecue cooking class was absolutely unforgettable! The food was amazing—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly grilled right by the ocean. The drinks were fantastic and complemented every bite. What really made the experience special were the spectacular chefs—they were fun, knowledgeable, and made everyone feel like part of the team. Learning to cook seafood in such a beautiful setting was pure magic. Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting the area!
Skip the taco tours and try this authentic beach cooking experience
Sean F,May 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
If you're looking for an unique hands-on experience with fresh seafood and great teaching hosts, this is it. We didn't want to do a basic walking taco tour, but rather something authentic and different. We prepared fresh guacamole, shrimp and snapper (which was brought to our hosts right off the boat) that was grilled on the beach with a beautiful and rustic view. We also were treated to some tasty cocktails and cold beer throughout the afternoon. The food was absolutely delicious, and learning how to use classic Mexican spices and ingredients to create sauces and marinades was an added bonus that we've taken home with us. Thanks again to Chef Mel and her husband for an amazing afternoon and culinary experience!
Mexican cuisine on the beach
A9124GBcristiana,Mar 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Melissa's support of the class was beautiful! We enjoyed too much the class and cooking! It’s really top!! Should we come to Her house?
Fun culinary experience
vilmaandreac,Mar 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent and delicious experience cooking in front of the sea and tasting exquisite dishes of high quality. The treatment super friendly and fun.
Unique fun and delicious
jennalS2568BE,Mar 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
If you’re looking for something different to do in Mexico, this is it! The setup was perfect—the Combi van kitchen was so charming, and the beachside barbecue was an amazing way to learn authentic Mexican cooking. The atmosphere was relaxed and fun, and the food was some of the best I’ve had. I’ll be dreaming about that ceviche and grilled shrimp for weeks!
Great experience eating Mayan fish.
jesusisraelc2025,Mar 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had an amazing experience in the barbecue cooking class at Puerto Juarez Beach! The atmosphere was perfect: cooking by the sea with a vintage Combi gave it a fun and unique touch. The instructor was fantastic, sharing great tips and making the experience very enjoyable for everyone. The food was delicious, and the overall atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming. It was a truly unforgettable experience, I totally recommend it to anyone visiting Cancun!
Excellent!!
V2436GUmarcelal,Mar 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing food on the best stage! ”What an amazing experience! Learning to grill seafood and fresh meats right on the beach was a dream. The vintage Combi gave it a super special touch, and the whole class was fun and interactive. I left with new skills and a full stomach. If you love good food and beautiful scenery, this experience is a must!”
Original and fun
Tourist11286072673,Mar 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing Food in the Best Setting! “What an incredible experience! Learning to grill fresh seafood and meats right on the beach was a dream. The vintage Combi van added such a cool touch, and the entire class was fun and interactive. I walked away with new skills and a full stomach. This is a must-do if you love good food and beautiful scenery!”