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Cooking Class: Discover Local Flavors and Traditions
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146 Ratings
Antigua Guatemala
Immerse yourself in Guatemalan culture with a cooking class that explores traditional ways of life and introduces you to unique local flavors. Visit a vibrant market, choose exotic ingredients, and learn to cook 5 delicious dishes.
Immerse yourself in Guatemalan culture with a cooking class that explores traditional ways of life and introduces you to unique local flavors. Visit a vibrant market, choose exotic ingredients, and learn to cook 5 delicious dishes.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Foodietenango Guatemalan food - If ever you want to eat delicious food but also want to learn how to prepare it, we offers very fun cooking workshops options.
We will bring you to the local market where you can sample a lot of the exotic fruits. maybe you had no clue what half the fruits were. Without a local guide, you would’ve missed out on so…
- Foodietenango Guatemalan food - If ever you want to eat delicious food but also want to learn how to prepare it, we offers very fun cooking workshops options.
We will bring you to the local market where you can sample a lot of the exotic fruits. maybe you had no clue what half the fruits were. Without a local guide, you would’ve missed out on so many food opportunities!
(On Sunday afternoon the experience may be different, because many of the local vendors they close on Sunday afternoon for rest. You will see many things but not like in a regular day)
After gathering the produce, you are then brought to their rooftop cooking studio where you prepare your own lunch or dinner. From there, you have a fantastic view of mountains as well as the Volcano. By sharing their food, you will feel like you are part of their culture!
What's Included
- Private Transportation (Tuc Tuc, from the market to our school)
- Drop off in Antigua by tuc tuc
- Alcoholic beverages
- Carbonated beverages
- Snacks
- WIFI
- Recipes
- Private Transportation (Tuc Tuc, from the market to our school)
- Drop off in Antigua by tuc tuc
- Alcoholic beverages
- Carbonated beverages
- Snacks
- WIFI
- Recipes
What's Not Included
- Tips
- Tips
Meal Options
- Tostadas, Dobladas - Real local Snacks just for prepare your belly for the main plate.
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National Plate, Pepián. Subanik, Jocón and others. - With us you will learn how to prepare authentic Guatemalan dishes, with the original recipes.
Also you will learn to make your own corn Tortillas !!! - Rellenitos, Torrejas - There is always room for desert! you don´t wanna miss ours Guatemalan desserts
- Tostadas, Dobladas - Real local Snacks just for prepare your belly for the main plate.
-
National Plate, Pepián. Subanik, Jocón and others. - With us you will learn how to prepare authentic Guatemalan dishes, with the original recipes.
Also you will learn to make your own corn Tortillas !!! - Rellenitos, Torrejas - There is always room for desert! you don´t wanna miss ours Guatemalan desserts
Additional Information
Explore the distinctive tastes of local cuisine while gaining insight into traditional lifestyles. This class includes a visit to a local market, where participants will select exotic ingredients and learn to prepare five typical dishes (three main courses and two side dishes). The local market visit offers the chance to sample a variety of exotic…
Explore the distinctive tastes of local cuisine while gaining insight into traditional lifestyles. This class includes a visit to a local market, where participants will select exotic ingredients and learn to prepare five typical dishes (three main courses and two side dishes). The local market visit offers the chance to sample a variety of exotic fruits, many of which may be unfamiliar. Without a local guide, many culinary opportunities might be overlooked! For those interested in private options, please contact the supplier directly.
Location
Antigua Guatemala Central Park
4 Avenida Norte
We Will meet you Infront of "Café Condesa" in the central park
Private car pick up is possible for extra cost. Contact the supplier for more information.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(146 Ratings)
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Susanna
Jul 26, 2025
I would 100 percent recommend - So much fun and the food was delicious
Our host was delightful and everything was organized and itnwas an honor being in his family home.
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X6693snryank
Jul 21, 2025
Highlight of Our Trip – DO NOT MISS OUT! - If you're going to be in or around Antigua, you have to book this Guatemalan cooking class and market tour with Milton – seriously, you won’t regret it!
Milton met us right on time and was super easy to find. From the get-go, he was friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about his culture. The market tour was a total eye-opener — he explained everything from local ingredients to everyday customs, and made it all really fun and engaging.
Driving in Antigua traffic isn’t for the faint of heart, but Milton handled it like a pro. When we arrived at his beautiful home and rooftop kitchen, we were blown away. The setting was amazing — cozy, colorful, and full of local charm. We instantly felt like we were part of something special.
Milton and his wife were so welcoming and easy to talk to. The conversation felt totally natural, like we were hanging out with old friends. And the food — wow. Everything we made as a group was absolutely delicious and there was a lot of it! Pro tip: don’t make dinner plans after this class… or at least push them back, because we left totally stuffed.
This experience was hands-down one of the best parts of our time in Guatemala. Whether you’re into food, culture, or just want to do something unique, this is it. Thanks again, Milton — we loved every minute! (Ryan, Eric, and Jackie)
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Alexandra_p
Jul 13, 2025
Highly Recommend - Touring the market with Milton and cooking lunch with him and his sister in their family home was one of the highlights of our trip to Guatemala. Milton thought of everything. He purchased fruits that we hadn’t tried before to snack on during our meal prep and assigned tasks that our 8 year-old could handle. He even played music that our 15 year-old approved of (Bad Bunny). The rooftop kitchen was pretty and caught a nice breeze and the food was perfect and delicious. My husband had an allergy attack during the market tour and had to go home before we began preparing the meal and Milton was kind enough to package up leftovers for him to enjoy. In addition, Milton knows a lot of other people and businesses in Antigua and was very helpful with giving recommendations and explaining where we could and could not go safely. Do yourself a favor and do this. It is worth every penny.
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Wander68077272160
Jul 11, 2025
Experience traditional cuisine on a terrace overlooking the Agua volcano - It was my first trip to Guatemala and it was the best memory of cooking traditional food. I was also able to see something unique to Gumatemara through the food shopping at the market. The personality of the cookery class teacher and his wife was wonderful, and I was really glad to cook with fun and interest because they taught me gently and politely. Of course, it tastes great! Today's food was better than any restaurant's. When I get home, I'm going to make my own. I really appreciate the meaningful time I had.
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Manuela
Jul 4, 2025
Book this tour! - Book this tour! The experience begins with a guided visit to Antigua’s bustling Mercado Central, where Milton expertly navigates the winding paths of the market, introducing you to the local vendors he buys from and sharing the stories behind the ingredients. From there, you’re welcomed into his family home to prepare a delicious three course meal. Milton and his wife walk you through each step, sharing the cultural history behind every dish and the personal connections to his family. We made tostadas, Pepián (Guatemala’s national dish), and rellenitos for dessert. Milton is warm, personable, and fluent in both English and Spanish. Foodietenango is a standout experience that is delicious, authentic, and full of passion. This was our absolutely favorite activity we did in Antigua, and highly recommend it!
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Katie_vieregg
Jul 2, 2025
A Personalized and Delicious Antigua Experience with Milton - I had an incredible experience with Milton during a market tour and cooking class, and I am so grateful for the opportunity. Milton was very willing to accommodate a last-minute change to my reservation, which I truly appreciated. Since it was just me, I received a more personalized experience, which made everything even better.
Walking through the market with Milton was absolutely lovely. It allowed me to learn about the vendors, their food, and see the daily interactions that make Antigua so special. I honestly would have gotten lost without Milton’s guidance! Once we returned to his family’s home, his sister greeted me warmly, and we headed to the rooftop to start the class. There, I was offered drinks and learned about all the additional ingredients we’d be using.
Milton explained each step clearly and shared helpful tips to make cooking more efficient. We cooked and ate so much delicious food, and every plate was a real treat — I definitely plan to make each dish again in the future. I truly appreciated the time and personal attention Milton gave just for me. If I return to Antigua with friends, I would definitely choose to do this again so others can experience the fun and flavor of his classes!
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P6792wxgabrielh
Jul 1, 2025
Incredible - This immersive, private cooking class is a must do! Milton is exceptional and has so many amazing stories to share about his life in Antigua. Would highly recommend!
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Txdavidson5
Jun 22, 2025
Fabulous Guatemalan cooking experience with market visit - Milton was very engaging and excellent tour guide through the market. We enjoyed being in his home on the beautiful rooftop to copy family favorites!
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Geoff_c
Jun 18, 2025
Great time with foodietenango - Wonderful tour of Guatemalan market followed by cooking class with Milton from foodietenango! Felt like we were preparing a meal at a friend’s house. Great food, great experience preparing it and awesome activity to share with my teenage daughter!
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879geoffc
Jun 18, 2025
Great time with foodietenango - Really enjoyed central market tour and cooking class with Foodietenango. My 16 year old and I loved seeing the market and learning about the sourcing of the ingredients for our class.
See prepared tostadas, salsa, guacamole, tortillas. For our main dish we made pepiàn and for dessert, rellenitos. All excellent. Best part was we felt like we were visiting friends while preparing a meal with Milton and his sister. Wonderful hosts!
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