Private Tour
Private Mexican Cooking Class with Licensed Chef
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
In my cooking classes I will share all my culinary experiences and techniques with you to prepare traditional dishes. You can choose to set up your cooking class menu to make it to a unique gastronomic gourmet experience for you.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hi, if you enjoy cooking & eating or to learn about culinary history or to learn culinary techniques, tips, or tricks, then please try & joy my cooking classes. During our class we will cook 4 dishes/ recipes, we can cook the sample menu I mention with this booking but I also will send you a list of many other choices and dishes (once the reservation had been made) so if you wish, you can change the sample menu and set up your own 4 course menu. I have vegan, gluten free, vegetarian, pesqueterian and many other choices and can adjust to your dietary restrictions. I offer 'hands on' or 'demonstration cooking classes' and you can choose what you would prefer and of course all we cook, you can eat too :) I am internationally certified as: 1. Professional Cook by the Government of Germany 2. Chef Educator by World Association of Chefs (WACS) 3. Graduated with a University degree in Gastronomy, certified by the Secretary of Education of Mexico 4. Maitre Cusinier by the culinary association of France I have been working internationally as a Chef since 34 years & and love to share what I know :)
Sample Menu
starter
‘Sopa de Tortilla’ (Mexican Tortilla/Aztec soup)
Chicken/tomatoe broth, served with fried Pasilla chili, corn chips, avocado, cream and fresh ranchero cheese)
main
Enchiladas Verdes
with chicken stuffed Corn Tortilla covered with a green Tomatillo - Chili sauce, topped with lettuce, avocado, mexican cream & fresh ranchero cheese
main
‘Pescado a la Veracruzana’ (Veracruz Style snapper filet)
steamed inside a banana leaf, with a rich tomato sauce which includes olives, capers, bell peppers, onion & more
dessert
‘Buñuelos’ (Mexican Fritters served with a syrup sauce)
made with piloncillo sugar, guava fruit, citrus fruit, anise, cinnamon, vanilla and more
What‘s Included
All we cook you also can eat, there will be lots of food :)
I will provide all equipment for your cooking class
Options
Private Mexican Cooking Class with Licensed Chef
Reviews
152 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Wonderful Family Cooking Adventure
DavidL767,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great cooking experience! A few years ago, my family began the tradition of taking a cooking class when we travel internationally. While all of them have been fun and delicious, each of them are different. What really stood out about David was his incredible knowledge of food and culinary history. He didn't just study how to cook. He studied the science of food and shared it with us. We all came away having learned so much. Of course, it wasn't just about the learning. It was the doing and eating. When you sign up with David, he shares with you a massive menu of options. We choose corn soup, an enchilada dish, a steak 'stew' and what I think of as Mexican funnel cakes. The food was wonderful and we all got to put our cooking skills to the test. If you are in San Miguel de Allende and want to experience life in the kitchen of a true master chef, this is the activity for you.
San Miguel Must Do!!
U7767JYwillt,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We decided last minute to book a class and I am so happy we found Chef David. Not only did we learn so much about cooking the wonderful food, but got a history of the origins of foods, especially a lesson on those native to Mexico. This class is a must do when in San Miguel. Even if you have never chopped a pepper---GO TO THE CLASS!! One of the best meals we had in San Miguel and "we" made it.
Wonderful experience and food
jennie j,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We so appreciate the chef for opening his home to us. The food was delicious. The experience was extraordinary. David is an educator - we learned to cook but we learned so much more about Mexico, the history of food in Mexico, etc. we appreciated his emphasis on healthy eating! Thank you.
Private culinary experience
Judi G,,Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great experience to end my trip.. Chef David was very knowledgeable, explained the ingredients and process for making each dish. The ingredients were so fresh and the menu was unique to the culture and each recipe was delicious. I learned a lot and highly recommend this class to everyone who loves to cook!
Informative and Delicious
gkct2018,,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our family of 6 adults had a wonderful cooking class with Chef David. He warmly welcomed us into his home and taught us about the history of authentic Mexican cooking. Thereafter, the cooking began! His instructions were clear, his support readily available and his recipes delicious. We highly recommend!
Very informative....
ShariE G,,Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative. Excellent presentation. Very organized. Food was fabulous and we very much enjoyed helping prepare.
Amazing cooking school experience
kkhabich,,Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chef David was extremely knowledgeable in food science and Mexican food history. The dishes were amazing! We made four courses and used herbs from his garden. My knife skills improved immensely with his tutoring. HIGHLY RECOMMEND !
Best Part of Our Trip So Far
Y3770AVjenniferl,,Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00There’s a reason this has a 5-star average - Chef David is the real deal. Before the class, Chef David messaged me to check if the menu was what I want. We had a brief back and forth and he tweaked it to accommodate my dietary preferences, which was great. When our class started, Chef David spent a while educating us on Mexican cuisine and foods that are and aren’t indigenous to various regions. He is super knowledgeable and it was fascinating. Our food consisted of a nopales (cactus) salad, tortilla soup, enchiladas verdes, and red snapper. It was seriously the BEST food. It was a great experience and I highly recommend if you love good food.
Absolutely Worth It!
carried377,,Aug 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best time at the Private Mexican Cooking Class with a Licensed Chef in San Miguel. The food was absolutely delicious, and I was amazed at how much we learned—not just cooking techniques, but also the history and origins of the ingredients (you’ll be surprised where some of it really comes from!). I’ll admit, I’m not a great cook, but I walked away with so many tips and more confidence in the kitchen. My husband and our friends, who are all excellent cooks, were equally impressed and learned new things too—which says a lot! The experience felt so personal since the class was held in the chef’s home. We were welcomed by his wonderful wife, and by the end, even got to meet his very cool kids. It was such a special touch that made the whole day unforgettable. If you’re in San Miguel, I highly recommend this class—whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned cook, you’ll leave full, happy, and inspired.
Book this class right now you won’t regret it.
Carrie D,,Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It’s a must do if you want to really understand the Mexican food and culture. The Chef welcomed us warmly into his home with his lovely family making fun appearances. The food is divine and the information he imparted on us is incredible. We would come back again and again. Don’t bother making dinner reservations- you will be full for the rest of the night
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