Private Tour
Private Authentic Mexican Cooking Class in Cancun with Alberto
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Join Alberto and his warm-hearted mother, Lily, for a one-of-a-kind Cancun cooking class in their charming home in Polígono Sur. This intimate, hands-on culinary experience invites you to dive into the heart of authentic Mexican cuisine, guided by family recipes passed down through generations. Over the course of two flavorful hours, you’ll learn to make fresh handmade tortillas, vibrant salsas, creamy guacamole and a main dish. Blending tradition with a modern twist, Alberto offers a truly personal and unforgettable Mexican cooking experience in Cancun - perfect for food-loving travelers seeking a cultural and culinary adventure with locals.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Alberto can accommodate a lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian and vegan diet, if informed in advance
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Alberto invites you to join him and his lovely mother, Lily, for an intimate cooking class in their cozy home in Polígono Sur, Cancun. In this hands-on cooking class in Cancun, you'll learn to prepare traditional Mexican dishes using Alberto’s family recipes, passed down through generations. The 2-hour class covers everything from making fresh handmade tortillas to crafting classic salsas like pico de gallo, red and green roasted salsa, and guacamole. You'll also learn to cook one main dish of your choice, please choose from tacos, barbacoa quesabirri, chicken with mole, red and green tamales, or cochinita pibil, paired with poblano pepper stripes and a delicious tequila cocktail. Alberto's cooking blends time-honored recipes with a touch of innovation, offering you an unforgettable taste of authentic Mexican home cooking. This Cancun cooking class is perfect for travelers who are eager to explore authentic Mexican cuisine, and anyone looking for a hands-on Mexican cooking experience with a local chef.
Sample Menu
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Pico de gallo salsa, Red and green roasted salsa, Guacamole
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Handmade fresh tortillas
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Poblano pepper stripes
main
Please choose ONE main
Tacos or Barbacoa and quesabirria or Chicken with mole and rice or Red and green tamales or Cochinita pibil
dessert
Tequila cocktail
What‘s Included
Tequila cocktail
Authentic Mexican Cooking Class in a local home in Cancun
Home-cooked Mexican meal
Hotel pick up and drop off
Options
Cooking + Dinner
Cooking + Lunch
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Cooking delicious Mexican food
AliceS781,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I took the cooking class with these amazing people . It was so fun and we learned sooo much , and the food was so delicious. .
INCREDIBLE
554bradens,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing food, amazing people. Cant recommend enough for anyone who is a cooking or food enthusiast
Amazing Cooking Experience!
rebeccasO9624KK,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alberto and Lily were amazing! Our family loved this experience. The food was delicious. I highly recommend cooking with Alberto and Lily!
💯
David S,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So fun. Great experience for the whole family.
Delicious!!!
X7787QUlisab,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of the best cooking experiences EVER! The food was fresh, the instructions were easy and Alberto with his mom are the perfect teachers. I wish we had time to take a second class - do not pass on this opportunity!
The most beautiful experiences I’ve had in Cancún.
LetyA33,Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was one of the most beautiful experiences I’ve had in Cancún. Chef Alberto and his lovely mom Lili welcomed us with so much warmth — it truly felt like home. We didn’t just learn how to cook; we discovered the heart and soul of Mexican cuisine through their stories, flavors, and love. Every dish was delicious and made with care. If you’re visiting Cancún, don’t miss this. It’s an unforgettable and heartfelt experience. 100% recommended!
Unforgettable experience! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
William P,Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chef Alberto and his mom Lily welcomed us into their kitchen like family—from the very start, the energy was fun, relaxed, and full of laughter. We learned how to make several delicious and fresh sides, homemade salsas, and two types of taco filling. The drinks were refreshing, and the food was easily some of the best we had during our time in Cancun. What made it truly special, though, was the atmosphere: dancing while we cooked, joking around, and hearing stories and jokes from the hosts made it feel less like a class and more like hanging out with friends. You can tell how much heart they put into what they do. If you're looking for a unique, flavorful, and joy-filled experience, this is it.
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