• Valladolid - Visit a quaint Maya community.
  Receive a warm welcome from a UNESCO-honored traditional cook who preserves ancient culinary traditions.
  Observe the creation of Pollo Pibil, a dish slow-cooked in an underground pib oven with local spices and achiote.
  Discover ancestral cooking methods and the cultural importance of each ingredient.
  Enjoy a complete traditional meal featuring:
  Pollo Pibil with handmade tortillas
  Black beans, escabeche onions, regional salsas
  Chocolate dessert
  Traditional beverages such as agua de chaya, horchata, or beer
  Engage in a meaningful cultural exchange, learning how these recipes have been handed down through generations.

• Mayan traditional family greeters
• Lunch

Hidden Maya Cooking Experience

Step away from the usual and discover one of the Yucatán’s best-kept secrets: a traditional Maya cooking class nestled in a secluded part of the jungle. Here, away from the hustle and bustle, participants are welcomed into a family home where age-old recipes and rituals have been cherished for generations.

The hosts will lead participants through the process of creating an authentic Maya feast: hand-pressed tortillas, a smooth sikil p’ak pumpkin seed dip, and the highlight of the day—Pollo Pibil, marinated with achiote and slow-cooked underground in the legendary pib oven, just as the Maya have done for centuries. As the flavors develop in the fire and earth, participants can refresh themselves with agua de chaya, and later celebrate the meal with a cold beer or a smooth sip of mezcal.

This experience is more than just a cooking class—it’s a unique journey into the living heritage of the Maya world. Surrounded by nature, participants will not only learn to cook but also uncover the profound cultural significance behind each dish.

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