Pupusa Experience: Salvadoran Culture Immersion

Join a private pupusa cooking class in San Salvador, immerse in Salvadoran culture, share stories, and savor authentic flavors with locals.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Santo Tomás - Experience the authentic flavors of El Salvador by learning to make the nation’s beloved dish: the pupusa.
    In this engaging and interactive cooking class, a welcoming local host will guide you in crafting pupusas—the cherished stuffed corn tortillas of the country. You’ll mold the dough and fill it with classic ingredients such as…
What's Included
  • All ingredients and cooking materials
  • One traditional drink (non-alcoholic)
  • Private transportation
  • Full pupusa meal with curtido and tomato salsa
  • Pupusa cooking class with a local host
  • English and Spanish-speaking host
What's Not Included
  • Tips and gratuities (optional)
  • Additional meals or snacks not included in the class
  • Alcoholic beverages
Meal Options
  • Pupusas - A pupusa is a thick corn tortilla from El Salvador, filled with cheese, beans, pork, or loroco, and served with curtido and tomato salsa.
Additional Information

Immerse yourself in the daily life of El Salvador through this genuine pupusa-making adventure. More than just a cooking lesson, it offers an opportunity to exchange stories, enjoy laughter with locals, and embrace the soothing pace of Salvadoran culture. As traditional music fills the air, participants will create and savor one of the nation’s favorite…

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Joanna
Sep 6, 2025
Authentic Pupusa-Making in San Salvador ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - An unforgettable morning hosted by a warm Salvadoran–French couple in the home of his mother, a former pupusería owner. She taught us to make corn masa pupusas stuffed with Nicaraguan cheese, loroco, and homemade refried beans — the best brands being one secret to perfection — folded and pinched to the perfect thickness, then served with crisp cabbage-and-onion slaw splashed with vinegar and refreshing homemade horchata. As a bonus, they shared local coffee secrets and the art of the perfect pour. From hotel pickup to heartfelt hospitality, everything was seamless. The only thing that could make it better would be a bit more hands‑on space to do every step alongside her — but the flavors, warmth, and cultural insight were absolutely top‑notch.
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Johana
Aug 19, 2025
Best pupusas!!! - This experience was so fun !! Everyone was so welcoming. My boyfriend and I felt so comfortable and loved every second of it. The pupusa making itself was very fun and the pupusas were some of the best we have ever tried. I would do this again!
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Blackschwann
Jul 10, 2025
Delicious experience - The workshop is super nice, we learn from the best: the locals! Pupusas are THE thing to taste during the stay but making them yourself is even better (it's funny too) 🤤 The teachers are welcoming, super nice and we laugh: I recommend!
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Resort23769824809
Jul 10, 2025
Fun, authentic, and delicious! - This pupusa cooking class was such a great experience! Our host was super friendly and made us feel right at home. We learned how to make pupusas from scratch and got to enjoy them fresh off the grill. It was a fun, hands-on way to connect with Salvadoran culture. Highly recommend!
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From $60
up to 6 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).