Puerto Vallarta – Cooking Class with Market Tour

Trip Highlights

Explore a Bustling Market
Cook Iconic Mexican Meals
Experience Family-Style Dining

Description

This immersive experience starts at the heart of Puerto Vallarta- the bustling local market.

-Learn the secrets of authentic Mexican cuisine from the passionate Chef Enrique.
-Discover the unique ingredients that define Puerto Vallarta’s cuisine and fuel your creativity in the kitchen.

This isn’t just a cooking class, it’s a cultural immersion!

Itinerary

Expand all

Market Exploration

Discover exotic ingredients and learn about their role in traditional Mexican dishes.

Cooking Session

Cook iconic Mexican meals from scratch, guided by Chef Enrique and his family.

Family-Style Dining

Enjoy the meals you prepared in a warm, family-style setting.

Tour info

Duration

4 hours

Group Size

2 to 8

Price starts at

MX$2,250

Languages

English, Spanish

Why take this tour?

More Than a Lesson—An Invitation into the Heart of Mexico

Since 2012, Cookin’ Vallarta has been opening its doors to travelers seeking the true soul of Puerto Vallarta. Consistently recognized as a top-rated experience by TripAdvisor, our mission is simple: to welcome you with the warmth and hospitality of a real Mexican household.

Your journey begins at the vibrant local market, where Chef Enrique guides you through the colors, scents, and history of our native ingredients. From there, you’re invited into his home to uncover the magic of Mexico firsthand. In an intimate, small-group setting, you’ll master iconic dishes like Mole, Birria, and Tacos using traditional techniques passed down through generations. You’ll leave not just with new culinary skills, but as a part of our family.

Daily Menu

Monday: Taco feast: Street style Pork Tacos (Pibil or al Pastor), Tortillas, Salsas and Guacamole.
Tuesday: Chocolate Mole, Mexican rice and Poblano cream soup, all from scratch (grandma’s recipes)
Wednesday: Sea Food and Fish day: Ceviche, Mexican Style Shrimp, Octopus or Fish Bbq, Tortillas and Guacamole.
Thursday: Tamales and Chiles Rellenos, Salsas, Guacamole and Tortillas
Friday: The Best of Jalisco: Birria in Adobo sauce, Sopes with Guacamole, Salsas and Home made Tortillas.

Please Note: We can easily customize and accommodate our menu to vegans, vegetarians, gluten free, dairy free, etc.

In all classes you will learn how to make tortillas and different salsas, and also one or two side dishes and guacamole.

Included

Guided Market Tour
Cooking Class
All Ingredients
Family-Style Meal
Digital recipes
Margaritas, Soft drinks and purified water

Excluded

Transportation to meeting point and back to your hotel
Gratuities

Frequently asked questions

What should I wear?

Wear comfortable clothing suitable for cooking.

Do I need to bring anything?

All ingredients are provided, just bring yourself and a camera.

Can I book for a large group?

Yes, we can accommodate groups up to 8 people.

Are there any age restrictions for the class?

While there's no strict age limit, the class is best suited for adults and older children who can participate actively in the cooking process

Is the class suitable for beginners?

Yes, the class is suitable for all skill levels.

Do I get picked up at my hotel?

We have a central meeting and start point. Details will be sent through your email.

Things to know

Available

Monday to Fridays at 10:00 A.M.

Location

The cooking class is located in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The exact meeting point will be provided in your confirmation email.

Cruise ship passengers

Meeting point is very close to cruise ship terminal (walking distance)

Food Preferences

We accommodate vegans, vegetarians, gluten and dairy free on any day of the week

Prices

Prices are per person in MXN pesos

Flexibility

You can modify your reservation date yourself from the same booking under "Change booking," subject to availability.

Free Cancellation

You'll receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours in advance

Recent Reviews 1158 Verified reviews

Tosin Olabinjo

13th April 2026

Enrique's class was absolutely wonderful! He did a great job explaining what we were cooking and teaching us about the culture along the way. The food was amazing too 😁

Heidi Tracht

22nd March 2026

We loved cooking with Chef Enrique and his family! What a fantastic experience. We were cruising and had plenty of time to take in this excursion. The meeting spot is a fairly short, flat walk from th...

We loved cooking with Chef Enrique and his family! What a fantastic experience. We were cruising and had plenty of time to take in this excursion. The meeting spot is a fairly short, flat walk from the port. The shopping was unique, the cooking was fun, the company was excellent, and the food was outstanding! A very memorable, unique excursion.

Laura Eastman

21st March 2026

Enrique was magnificent! My husband and I had a great time learning different local recipes from Enrique as part of his cooking class. It was fun to start at the market, learn ablut the different ingr...

Enrique was magnificent! My husband and I had a great time learning different local recipes from Enrique as part of his cooking class. It was fun to start at the market, learn ablut the different ingredients that he was picking out, make a menu based on what was available, and then visit his home to cook it. My husband was a chef and even he was able to learn quite a bit. Overall, would highly recommend if you are interested in learning about local ingredients and local recipes.

Nicole Carr

21st March 2026

Excellent experience. Enrique gave us a tour of the market, a history of Mexican cuisine, and invited us to his home where we made delicious food and margaritas. Will be signing up for another class.

Evan Anderson

19th March 2026

A great experience!! Learnt a lot ! Enrique so interesting. Thank you

James Stone

13th March 2026

Absolutely amazing- Enrique is an expert at his craft and so were the other ladies- they were so inspiring! Muy bien!

Lucie Martin

26th February 2026

What a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. We met Enrique at the market where we picked up fruit, vegetables, fish & seafood. He explained how to select the freshest products. Then we headed to his h...

What a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. We met Enrique at the market where we picked up fruit, vegetables, fish & seafood. He explained how to select the freshest products. Then we headed to his home where his wife & assistant guided us through the menu. We all had the opportunity to be involved in making the various courses and/or margaritas. The meal was delicious, starting with the shrimp soup, followed by the red snapper ceviche and then the octopus & shrimp tacos. This is the second time I take a cooking class with Cooking Vallarta and loved every minute of it. I’m pretty sure I’ll be experimenting in the kitchen when I get home in the spring.If you’re looking for something that will give you an authentic taste of Puerto Vallarta, or you’re a “foodie”, or an aspiring chef, or just looking for something different , then check the daily menus and sign up for a class.

Pamela Gubitosi

25th February 2026

What a wonderful way to spend the day. We met Enrique in the market to purchase ingredients and then to his house to cook a three course lunch with margaritas. Enrique and his wife are lovely hosts.

Al Messineo

25th February 2026

We spent a wonderful afternoon with Enrique today. We started at the market to shop for the fresh ingredients that we used to make a delicious authentic Mexican meal at his home. I highly recommend the experience.

Mexican Cooking Class with Market Tour in Puerto Vallarta

Trip Highlights

Explore a Bustling Market

Cook Iconic Mexican Meals

Experience Family-Style Dining

Description

Itinerary

Tour info

Why take this tour?

Included

Guided Market Tour

Cooking Class

All Ingredients

Family-Style Meal

Digital recipes

Margaritas, Soft drinks and purified water

Excluded

Transportation to meeting point and back to your hotel

Gratuities

Frequently asked questions

Things to know

Available

Location

Cruise ship passengers

Food Preferences

Prices

Flexibility

Free Cancellation

Recent Reviews <img style=" width: 18px;" src="https://cookinvallarta.com/wp-content/themes/gondola-wp/resources/assets/images/verify.png" alt="verify"> 1158 Verified reviews

Tosin Olabinjo

Heidi Tracht

Laura Eastman

Nicole Carr

Evan Anderson

James Stone

Lucie Martin

Pamela Gubitosi

Al Messineo

Check Availability

Why book with us?

Savor the flavors of Puerto Vallarta .accent-svg{fill:#ddbe5f;}

Recent Reviews 1158 Verified reviews

Savor the flavors of Puerto Vallarta