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Ix-Kool: Mayan Cooking Class Reflecting Ancient Cultures' Explosion of Flavors in Cozumel
4.8
358 Ratings
Cozumel
Ix-Kool, also known as Milpa in Spanish, signifies life from a bygone era. This concept presents an amalgamation of tastes and textures in each food item, reflecting the novelty and vivaciousness of the Mayan culture throughout the years, while still acknowledging its roots and remarkable cuisine progression over time.
Ix-Kool, also known as Milpa in Spanish, signifies life from a bygone era. This concept presents an amalgamation of tastes and textures in each food item, reflecting the novelty and vivaciousness of the Mayan culture throughout the years, while still acknowledging its roots and remarkable cuisine progression over time.
Duration:
2 hours, 45 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Av. Rafael E. Melgar 1 - They will be able to know the Mayan culture through flavors, cooking ancient Mayan recipes with ancestral ingredients, the traveler will delight in an explosion of flavors and textures in each of their foods, representing the freshness and innovation of the Mayan culture through years.
- Av. Rafael E. Melgar 1 - They will be able to know the Mayan culture through flavors, cooking ancient Mayan recipes with ancestral ingredients, the traveler will delight in an explosion of flavors and textures in each of their foods, representing the freshness and innovation of the Mayan culture through years.
What's Included
- Dishes to prepare
- Dishes to prepare
Meal Options
- Beans with pork - The two basic ingredients of this recipe are typical of the Mexican southeast.
- Cochinita pibil - The Cochinita is marinated in a mixture of sour orange juice and with a mixture of red spices made with “axiote” seeds.
- Sikilp´aak´ - Sikilp’aak ’is a typical Mayan snack that is widely consumed in this region of the country and cannot…
- Beans with pork - The two basic ingredients of this recipe are typical of the Mexican southeast.
- Cochinita pibil - The Cochinita is marinated in a mixture of sour orange juice and with a mixture of red spices made with “axiote” seeds.
- Sikilp´aak´ - Sikilp’aak ’is a typical Mayan snack that is widely consumed in this region of the country and cannot be found in other parts of Mexico-
- Cornbread - Dessert made with corn without flour.
Location
Av. Rafael E. Melgar 1
Avenida Rafael E. Melgar
Inside the Royal Village square, in room 53.
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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(358 Ratings)
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Anna_a
Mar 6, 2026
Great class with great food - Nice cooking class in clean environment. We watched movie, listened and chopped and ate some delicious food. Very enjoyable and informative
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Marie_b
Mar 5, 2026
Great class! The food is fantastic! - The restaurant opens the door 30 minutes before the class so don’t arrive too early or you have to sit on outdoor benches and wait. Get specific directions to walk from cruise port. Know ur port location as there are 3 different docks depending on your ship. Ask VIATOR chat agent for your exact directions.
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Mark_r
Mar 1, 2026
Authentic experience - Just a few minute easy walk from the cruise pier to the restaurant. It felt very authentic. We got to make or help make out food which was fun and entertaining. I would recommend this activity.
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David_g
Feb 23, 2026
Completely worth it. - Absolutely phenomenal food, fun, education. I’m home and have already bought Maseca and a tortilla press!
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Joshuake1332fk
Feb 16, 2026
Must do this experience - Awesome and immersive view into Mayan culture and cuisine. It was nice to learn the history of some of Mexico's popular foods and how to create some of the most freshing beverages for hot weather. They also give you the recipes so you can recreate them on your own!
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F313okdalep
Feb 13, 2026
Great - It was a wonderful experience. Felt like we gained more information about the Mayan culture.
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Laurie
Feb 4, 2026
A little Mayan gem of a restaurant… - Thoroughly enjoyable afternoon learning about typical Mayan cooking and preparation, a bit of history, participating in some of the process, and then enjoying a delicious meal freshly prepared by the restaurant… also a musical Mayan ceremony prior to the meal ….restaurant hidden away in a mall near the Celebrity cruise port called IXKOOL…simple decor,. Clean and modern, but the food had a history all its own. Highly recommend to take a cooking class or just stop by for a meal….
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Megan_e
Feb 4, 2026
Great review - The food and drinks are great! Paco the instructor was fun and you learn a lot about different Mayan food.
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James_f
Feb 2, 2026
Classy, informative, hands-on - Great, like-new venue (Ix Kool restaurant). Good blend of professional video background on the Mayan link, hands on demonstration, do-it-yourself, and chef provided additional food. 3 different drinks, and at half a dozen different foods plus dessert. Nice change from all the tourist traps. Only 3 of us at our class so nicely personal too. Very well done!
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Lindas17
Feb 2, 2026
Fantastic culinary and cultural experrience - Very informative cooking class mixed with Mayan traditions. Food was wonderful and plentiful. We took it as a ship excursion but would be easy to do on own from port. The restaurant is across the street from where we ported and an easy walk.
Learned a lot about Mayan culture.
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