Cooking Class: Make Quesadillas and Empanadas in Playa Del Carmen

Get an authentic taste of your favorite Mexican dishes in this immersive cooking class. Local Chef Rafael has an extensive knowledge of traditional techniques and authentic recipes.


Begin by mashing avocados and dicing tomatoes and cilantro for an authentic guacamole. Add a zest of flavors with a twist of lime. Next, learn the recipe to make authentic chicken tinga to fill quesadillas along with onions and tomatoes. A savory chorizo and potato soup adds a depth of flavor to your meal and you'll master the art of frying the perfect golden beef empanadas. End the class by whipping up an Oaxacan chocolate mousse for a decadent dessert. 


Improve culinary skills and explore Mexican culinary traditions when you book a hands-on cooking class today!


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Guacamole

With avocado, tomatoes, cilantro, lime, salt and pepper


Chicken Tinga Quesadilla

With chicken, onion, tomatoes, carrots and flour tortilla


Sope de Papa con Chorizo

With corn dough, potatoes and chorizo sausage


Empanadas de Picadillo

With ground beef, onion and cilantro


Oaxacan Chocolate Mousse

With heavy cream, chocolate powder and sugar glass


Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.

  • Minimum Guests 2
  • Maximum Guests 8
  • Event Duration 2.5 hours
  • Activity Level
    Activity Level
  • LabelsBeginner, Fun, Mexican, Latin
  • This is a BYOB venue and alcoholic beverages are not available for sale. You are welcome to bring beer and wine to enjoy during class.

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Marcelo S.

25 Jan 2024

Chef Rafael is super professional and experienced. Nice experience!

Mex$ 2,050 Per person

all-inclusive: 2.5-hour class, meal and taxes.


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Chef Rafael brings over three decades of culinary excellence to his lifelong passion, crafting dynamic menus and globe-trotting to fulfill his childhood dream. His illustrious career includes launching restaurants at resorts, cooking aboard cruise ships and showcasing his talents at culinary festivals. Renowned for his expertise in Mexican and Pacific Island cuisines, Chef Rafael consistently delivers unforgettable dining experiences, making a mark in luxury retreats worldwide.

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