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Private Mexican Cooking Class with Licensed Chef: Unique Gourmet Culinary Experience
5.0
163 Ratings
San Miguel de Allende
In my cooking classes I will share all my culinary experiences and techniques with you to prepare traditional dishes. You can choose to set up your cooking class menu to make it to a unique gastronomic gourmet experience for you.
In my cooking classes I will share all my culinary experiences and techniques with you to prepare traditional dishes. You can choose to set up your cooking class menu to make it to a unique gastronomic gourmet experience for you.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Chef David Jahnke Cooking Classes School - Hi, if you enjoy cooking & eating or to learn about culinary history or to learn culinary techniques, tips, or tricks, then please try & joy my cooking classes.
During our class we will cook 4 dishes/ recipes, we can cook the sample menu I mention with this booking but I also will send you a list of many…
- Chef David Jahnke Cooking Classes School - Hi, if you enjoy cooking & eating or to learn about culinary history or to learn culinary techniques, tips, or tricks, then please try & joy my cooking classes.
During our class we will cook 4 dishes/ recipes, we can cook the sample menu I mention with this booking but I also will send you a list of many other choices and dishes (once the reservation had been made) so if you wish, you can change the sample menu and set up your own 4 course menu.
I have vegan, gluten free, vegetarian, pesqueterian and many other choices and can adjust to your dietary restrictions.
I offer ‘hands on’ or ‘demonstration cooking classes’ and you can choose what you would prefer and of course all we cook, you can eat too :)
I am internationally certified as:
- Professional Cook by the Government of Germany
- Chef Educator by World Association of Chefs (WACS)
- Graduated with a University degree in Gastronomy, certified by the Secretary of Education of Mexico
- Maitre Cusinier by the culinary association of France
I have been working internationally as a Chef since 34 years & and love to share what I know :)
What's Included
- Lunch included
- All cooking class equipment provided
- Lunch included
- All cooking class equipment provided
Meal Options
- ‘Sopa de Tortilla’ (Mexican Tortilla/Aztec soup) - Chicken/tomatoe broth, served with fried Pasilla chili, corn chips, avocado, cream and fresh ranchero cheese)
- Enchiladas Verdes - with chicken stuffed Corn Tortilla covered with a green Tomatillo - Chili sauce, topped with lettuce, avocado, mexican cream & fresh ranchero cheese
- ‘Pescado a la…
- ‘Sopa de Tortilla’ (Mexican Tortilla/Aztec soup) - Chicken/tomatoe broth, served with fried Pasilla chili, corn chips, avocado, cream and fresh ranchero cheese)
- Enchiladas Verdes - with chicken stuffed Corn Tortilla covered with a green Tomatillo - Chili sauce, topped with lettuce, avocado, mexican cream & fresh ranchero cheese
- ‘Pescado a la Veracruzana’ (Veracruz Style snapper filet) - steamed inside a banana leaf, with a rich tomato sauce which includes olives, capers, bell peppers, onion & more
- ‘Buñuelos’ (Mexican Fritters served with a syrup sauce) - made with piloncillo sugar, guava fruit, citrus fruit, anise, cinnamon, vanilla and more
Location
Chef David Jahnke Cooking Classes School
Calle Del Tesoro
The cooking class will be giveb in:
Calle del Tesoro No. 23, Colonia San Antonio, San Miguel de Allende, 37750, GTO. (We have two 23 numbers on our street, my house is a red house with a white garage door right next to a little store)
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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(163 Ratings)
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Cheri_w
Apr 7, 2026
Must do! Exceptional experience - David is an exceptional chef with a gift for teaching and a deep desire to share his knowledge at a level that each of us can understand. The food we made was extraordinary and I can’t wait to make it at home.
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Lhveal
Mar 24, 2026
Great time, great food - Great experience and great food! David is an impressive teacher- both about Mexican culture and tradition and also basic culinary techniques. The market tour was a nice addition.
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Robin_i
Mar 21, 2026
Marvelous Cooking Experience - Absolutely wonderful . David is so knowledgeable and we learned so much. Loved the recipes that we made and it was so great hearing about all the food history. Enjoyed cooking and seeing David's garden. Like to get him my email so he can send me the recipes we made together. He sent me a request for the email on Viator.
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Keplerk2026
Mar 4, 2026
Worth it - Chef David’s class is part cooking, part history and part social hour it was the meal of the day and then some. One of our best (dining) experiences in San Miguel Allende. Highly recommend.
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Peter
Mar 3, 2026
Excellent Mexican Cooking Class - We thoroughly enjoyed the class. David's presentation was excellent, and we enjoyed learning the history, techniques, participation in preparation, and, of course, the food.
We thought that being able to pre-choose the dishes for our class and then prepare them with Chef was great.
Highly recommended.
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Pamelaar128pm
Feb 24, 2026
Fabulous Cooking Class with the best Mexican food I've ever had! - Chef David and his lovely wife Amy provided a marvelous, immersive gastronomic evening which was extremely enjoyable! David began the event listing his credentials, and then gave a brief and informative talk about the history of food internationally, and then, more specifically, the food of Mexico. We then had a hands-on lesson in the food preparation, and consumed a gourmet meal consisting of Jicama Ceviche Style Salad, Corn Tortilla Squash Flower Cheese Quesadillas, Enchiladas verdes, and Flan Napolitano. The food was incredible, and the best part was interacting with David and Amy, and learning about the history of the region!
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Jeena_k
Feb 13, 2026
Exceptional Chef, Exceptional Class - This was the most exceptional cooking. class I have ever attended. (And I have attended many.) Chef David was such a great teacher. I can't believe how much he improved my knife game after a single session! He was warm and friendly, knowledgeable and kind, the food we made together was delicious and I can't wait to repeat the recipes now that I'm back home!
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Sandyd12312015
Feb 10, 2026
An Unforgettable Market-to-Table Experience - The incredibly well-informed and personable Chef David Jahnke led our group of six on an incredible and unforgettable 2.5 hour Tuesday market tour (Tiangus) followed by a cooking class. It was exceptional from start to finish. The market tour felt authentic and personal, with thoughtful explanations of local products, traditions, and seasonal ingredients. Chef Jahnke was engaging with encyclopedic knowledge of Mexican cooking (and many other cuisines!) and its ingredients. Even the extremely experienced foodies in our group were impressed and everyone felt comfortable asking questions.
The cooking class struck the perfect balance between educational and fun, with plenty of hands-on involvement and professional tips you can actually use at home. The final meal was incredible, and sharing it together made the experience even more special. A must-do for anyone who loves food and wants a deeper connection to the local culture here in Mexico.
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Travelingrosie10
Jan 25, 2026
Wonderful cooking class - Fantastic class! Chef is a great teacher, not just with the recipes we made, but also with the history of food and cooking in Mexico and throughout the world. I learned so much, including some practical skills I can easily incorporate into my cooking at home to be healthier. He offered us a menu for the day ahead of time, but also gave us many options for substitutes, which we did with one dish and everything was just great. He's such a kind person and it was a really special experience to have a cooking class in someone's home. And the food was incredibly delicious!
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Lauren_s
Jan 9, 2026
Cooking with Chef David - David is a wonderful chef/teacher,
food culture and gastronomy university professor, and food historian. I learned, I cooked, I honed my knife skills, and I ate magnificent food that I can recreate for my family and friends all in his home kitchen. A wonderful experience.
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