Immerse yourself in Guatemalan culture and cuisine with an authentic cooking class. Join a local family to learn the secrets of making traditional Pepian, while discovering the rich stories and traditions of this beautiful town.
Immerse yourself in Guatemalan culture and cuisine with an authentic cooking class. Join a local family to learn the secrets of making traditional Pepian, while discovering the rich stories and traditions of this beautiful town.
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San Miguel Escobar - Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class & Market Tour
Embark on a flavorful journey through Guatemala with this immersive cultural and culinary experience. Begin with a guided tour of Antigua’s lively market, where you will explore vibrant stalls, discover local ingredients, and savor a fresh fruit tasting. Afterwards, travel by…
- San Miguel Escobar - Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class & Market Tour
Embark on a flavorful journey through Guatemala with this immersive cultural and culinary experience. Begin with a guided tour of Antigua’s lively market, where you will explore vibrant stalls, discover local ingredients, and savor a fresh fruit tasting. Afterwards, travel by vehicle or the colorful chicken bus to the warm community of San Miguel Escobar.
In San Miguel Escobar, a local family will welcome you into their home to prepare:
Pepián – the iconic Guatemalan stew.
Handmade tortillas and rice as accompanying dishes.
Traditional mole – a delightful sweet-and-savory dessert you will make yourself.
Conclude the experience by dining with your hosts, enjoying the dishes you crafted, sharing stories, and capturing unforgettable photos. This authentic, interactive, and delicious adventure is the ideal way to engage with Guatemalan culture while mastering its traditional cuisine.

- Kitchen utensils provided
- All ingredients for cooking included
- Lunch served
- Recipe provided
- Kitchen utensils provided
- All ingredients for cooking included
- Lunch served
- Recipe provided
- Private transportation
- Private transportation
- Pepian - Ceremonial dish declared cultural heritage of Guatemala, served in special events such as weddings and brotherhoods.
- Tortillas - Corn tortillas made by hand
- Guatemalan traditional dessert - This dessert is representative of the fusion between Spanish and Mayan gastronomies.
- Pepian - Ceremonial dish declared cultural heritage of Guatemala, served in special events such as weddings and brotherhoods.
- Tortillas - Corn tortillas made by hand
- Guatemalan traditional dessert - This dessert is representative of the fusion between Spanish and Mayan gastronomies.
Authentic Setting – Participants have the opportunity to cook in the kitchen of a genuine Guatemalan family, rather than in a commercial cooking studio.
Full Cultural Immersion – From a vibrant chicken bus ride to exploring Antigua’s market, participants experience daily life just like a local.
Hands-on Cooking – Guests actively engage in…
Authentic Setting – Participants have the opportunity to cook in the kitchen of a genuine Guatemalan family, rather than in a commercial cooking studio.
Full Cultural Immersion – From a vibrant chicken bus ride to exploring Antigua’s market, participants experience daily life just like a local.
Hands-on Cooking – Guests actively engage in preparing Pepián, handmade tortillas, rice, and the traditional mole dessert.
Family Connection – Sharing a meal with the hosts fosters a warm and memorable cultural exchange.
All-in-One Experience – This activity combines a market tour, fruit tasting, cooking class, dessert making, and local transport all in one package.
Unforgettable Memories – Participants learn recipes, capture photos, and bring home the flavors and stories of Guatemala.
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.