Ceviche & Empanadas Cooking Class
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Enjoy amazing views of Volcano Arenal in a “Pura Vida” atmosphere while preparing and tasting your newest culinary creations. The class is located in a gorgeous professional kitchen overlooking the rainforest. You will learn Scott’s personal recipes, techniques, get to participate in the creation of them, and of course sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Join Chef Scott Alan and his local chefs for a fun and entertaining morning of Costa Rican cooking while learning how to make delicious appetizers and cocktails. During this appetizer workshop, you’ll get a delicious taste of what Costa Rican cooking is all about. A minimum of 2 people are required for the class.
Sample Menu
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Empanadas
Filled with chicken, cheese, beans or meat.
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Ceviche
with avocado and tortilla chips
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Mojito
Mint mojitos - costarican style
dessert
Chocolate Plantains Flambeé
made with local cacao and vainilla ice cream
What‘s Included
You will enjoy the fruit of your hard work, all you can drink mojitos, sodas, wine, beer, water and tropical drinks are also included.
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Ceviche & Empanadas Cooking Class
Reviews
52 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful experience
Nadine C,,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent experience, delicious menu, and fresh ingredients! My son (12 years) and I had a great time!!
Such a fun time!!!
Jennifer G,,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The class was fantastic! Scott is a wonderful teacher and he has an amazing team. We loved everything that we made and can’t wait to try to make recipes again at home! Would definitely recommend to anyone!
Fun time!
Haley D,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing experience cooking and learning with Scott. The food and drinks were great and we plan to actually use the recipes we learned back home. Highly recommend this tour!
10/10 Must do in La Fortuna
Gabriel L,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was my partner and I's first time taking a cooking class, and the experience absolutely blew us away. Wonderful food, hospitality, learning techniques, and most importantly, unforgettable memories. It's a must-do activity in La Fortuna suitable for all ages. A big thank you to Chef Scott for giving us an unforgettable experience! Can't wait to try these Costa Rican recipes at home!
Excellent Instruction for Authentic Costa Rican Recipes
John T N,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience with Chel Scott (20+ year expat from Southern California) who is a trained chef and pleasant host. His local knowledge is undeniable and deep. The facility is exceptional. The portions are generous. The view is exceptional. If you enjoy cooking and mojitos, this is your class!
A must do!!
Darcy N,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had the best time! Chef Scott was amazing and the food was so good. I read through different reviews and so happy we picked this one. Actually got to cook and had a variety of cocktails with local fruits that were delicious. Open kitchen overlooking the volcano and town…couldn’t ask for a better setting. Seriously if you’re gonna do a cooking class this is the one!!
Delicious & very interactive!
barbaram619,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This class was extremely interactive & informative. We learned to make ceviche, empanadas and a banana dessert. All local fresh ingredients were used. The food tasted absolutely amazing! The chef was a really good teacher. I would highly recommend.
This was one of our...
Andrew O,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was one of our favorite things that we did on our trip to Costa Rica. The food was so good and was a really hands on experience. Also they have a dog rescue there and we volunteered to walk dogs after cooking.
Unforgettable Costa Rican Cooking Class with the Sweetest Hosts (and Dogs!)
Crisa M,,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was hands-down the best thing we did on our trip to Costa Rica! We took the ceviche and empanada cooking class with Costa Rica Cooking Classes, and it was incredible from start to finish. Scott and Charlie were the most wonderful hosts — warm, welcoming, and full of great energy. The class is held in Scott’s beautiful restaurant, which also doubles as his home and a dog rescue! We got to cook and enjoy our meal alongside three amazing pups — Chico, Orejas, and a sweet little puppy found just last week (I took the liberty of renaming her Mojito 🥹). We made guacamole, tortilla chips, ceviche, empanadas, mojitos, and banana flambé, all from scratch. Everything was absolutely delicious, and the experience was the perfect mix of hands-on learning, local flavor, and pure fun. Meanwhile, Charlie kept us well fed with unlimited, freshly made mojitos — including pineapple and passion fruit versions that were out of this world. Highly, highly recommend — it’s a must-do in La Fortuna!
Must Try Experience
Jose M,,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My wife and I had a wonderful time. Scott and Charlie were awesome. We learned how to make Costa Rican ceviche using Ginger Ale. Being Mexican, that is not something we use so it came as a surprise; however, it was really good. We also had empanadas with Chicken and a banana dessert. Overall, the experience was awesome. We had a great time while drinking mojitos prepared by Charlie. Ask for a pineapple mojito, that was the best one. This class is perfect for beginners, or people who don’t have culinary experience. Trust, I could barely make sandwiches, but this class was easy and fun.
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