Private Tour

Make your own Mayan Pepian - Cooking class

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Pepian is one of Guatemala emblematic dishes, however on this cooking experience, you will learn how to make the Mayan San Antonio Aguas Calientes recipe: An explosion of flavors thanks to Mayan techniques. A unique experience you won’t see at any restaurant or cooking school.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Pepian is one of Guatemala emblematic dishes, however on this cooking experience you will learn how to make it through Maria's family recipe using the Mayan grinding stone at a traditional Guatemalan kitchen in the beautiul scenery of Santa Ana Village. A unique experience you won’t see at any restaurant or cooking school.

Sample Menu

main

Chicken Mayan Pepian

A thick soup made with endemic roasted ingredients and mayan cooking techniques, served with rice or corn tamales and a local natural beverage.

What‘s Included

Pepian cooking class with a local,Side dish, Guatemalan Tortillas, 1 mayan beverage

We don't serve or sell alcoholic drinks

Options

2 Course menú cooking class

2 course menú: We will prepare mayan pepian in fire and as a dessert have plantain mole. One of our favorite cooked by Maria's family

Reviews

5.00

39 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A unique experience of Mayan cuisine
mauriciovG5070RN,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a unique experience in Mayan cooking class with Rebekah and Betsy. We were a group of 12 people and from the first moment everything was perfectly organized and careful to detail. Rebekah’s attention and hospitality as a host was extraordinary; she made us feel welcome at all times and also explained the behind and history of each ingredient, which made the experience even more special and enriching. Betsy is a great master cook, very clear in explaining and very passionate about what she does. The food we prepared was delicious, with fresh ingredients and excellent quality. We left very satisfied with this experience and will definitely come back. Super recommended for those who want to do something different around the Antigua area.
A wonderful experience
H4677KTannas,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A wonderful experience with Maria and Guadeloupe. With them we learned much more than traditional cuisine! We loved it!
Authentic Mayan cooking class with local family
pattiben2018,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great experience, making three authentic traditional Guatemalan foods with Maria and her family. This is a hands-on cooking class with many opportunities to contribute and learn about the food and the culture. The Mayan Pepian is a meat and vegetable stew which was delicious. We also made tamalitos and Molé with plantains. Our guide, XOSHIL met us in Antigua and facilitated our trip up to a local home on the outskirts of town. She was very knowledgeable about the history and culture of Guatemala and shared many facts with us. It was very clear that everyone is very proud of their culture and traditions, especially related to cooking. We highly recommend this cooking class experience to anyone visiting the area. We are English speaking and XOSHIL was able to translate from Spanish to English for us.
Authentic Mayan cooking class led by local family
PATRICIA B,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We enjoyed this authentic Guatemalan Mayan cooking class with Maria and her family members. We had that opportunity to make three different traditional and delicious Guatemalan foods. Our guide, Xoshil met us in Antigua and facilitated our trip to a local home on the outskirts of town. She was very knowledgeable about Antigua and Guatemala and shared many interesting facts as we moved to the city and throughout the entire class. We are English speaking and she was able to translate everything that the local Spanish-speaking family said. This is a hands-on cooking class with lots of opportunity to participate and understand the preparation of the dishes. It was clear that everyone involved is very proud of their culture and happy to share it. We highly recommend this experience for anyone traveling to Antigua, Guatemala.
Absolutely Delicious and friendly
275cathw,,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Such a fantastic cooking class! The hosts were warm, friendly, and very accommodating to my son’s needs. The food was delicious, and the whole experience was fun and memorable for our family. Highly recommended!
UNIQUE GASTRONOMIC EXPERIENCE
S7610DPsandral,,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It has been a unique experience. We loved it from minute one. Both the market tour with Xoshil, an excellent guide, to the cooking workshop with Maria and her family. The dishes that have taught us delicious, involving us, have been very friendly and great hosts and opening the doors of their home. We have learned a lot and I repeat, Xoshil has been great, attentive, friendly and recommending restaurants and places to visit in Antigua. Nice to meet you! We recommend 100 percent the experience.
An Unforgettable Cultural Experience with Rebecca in Antigua!
tonij901,,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour with Rebecca was absolutely incredible! She was delightful, friendly, and so knowledgeable about Antigua and Guatemalan culture. We started with a coffee tasting where we sampled different flavors of locally grown coffee, each one better than the last! Then Rebecca took us to visit a local family who welcomed us into their home and taught us how to make traditional mole sauce with plantains. It was hands-on, authentic, and so much fun. Rebecca made the entire day special. She shared fascinating stories, answered all of our questions, and created such a warm, welcoming experience. It was the perfect way to immerse ourselves in Guatemalan culture. A good time was had by all, and I can’t recommend this tour enough!
A must cooking activity in Antigua
Camper513904,,Jul 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We highly recommend this tour. We went with our guide Monica who was outstanding. We got to walk around the Market and also the town of Santa Ana as streets were closed to traffic due to festivities. Monica was very nice and knowledgeable. The cooking class was great! Both parents and kids enjoyed it and had a blast cooking, we learnt a lot and had fun with Maria and Guadalupe who hosted us. Food was delicious!!
Completely perfect cooking class!
stephanienaf,,Apr 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I am so glad my friends recommended this class!!! I loved everything we cooked, Maria explained everything so well, and on top of those obvious desires in a cooking class, to feel so welcomed into Maria’s home and with her family was amazing. I would definitely do another class. Much love and bendiciones to Maria and her family. Our guide and translator, Oseas, was really fun too!!
Learn About Mayan Cuisine
Patricia N,,Mar 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Terrific fun! Learned so much of traditional Mayan cooking; hands on experience making tortillas, mole dessert; and enjoyed the tasty dinner!