Cooking classes in Cancún
A cooking class is one of the best ways to take Cancún home with you. Classes run all year, so the weather matters more for the rest of your day: Cancún is warmest in August at about 94°F (34°C).
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Top cooking classes in Cancún
Cancun Hands-On Mexican Cooking ClassFrom $79View 
Cancun small group Cooking Class with Local ChefFrom $111View 
3hr Cooking Class in Cancun with 9 Recipes & Bottomless DrinksFrom $75View
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What to eat and drink in Cancún
Classes here usually build the menu around local dishes. Ones to look for:
- Tacos
- Soft corn tortillas with fillings such as al pastor pork, fish or cochinita, eaten from street stands.
- Ceviche
- Raw fish 'cooked' in lime juice with onion, chilli and coriander.
- Tamales
- Corn dough with a filling, steamed in a corn husk or banana leaf.
How to pick a good cooking class
- Check whether you cook every dish yourself or watch a demonstration. Hands-on classes usually cap groups at 10 to 12.
- Morning classes often start with a market walk to buy ingredients; afternoon ones go straight to the kitchen.
- Tell the host about allergies or a vegetarian diet when you book, not on the day.
- Look for a class that sends the recipes home with you, so you can cook them again.
Cancún month by month
Averages for Cancún, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 83 (29) | 85 (29) | 87 (31) | 90 (32) | 92 (33) | 92 (34) | 93 (34) | 94 (34) | 92 (33) | 89 (32) | 86 (30) | 84 (29) |
| Low °F (°C) | 67 (19) | 67 (20) | 69 (21) | 72 (22) | 75 (24) | 76 (25) | 76 (25) | 76 (25) | 75 (24) | 74 (23) | 71 (22) | 68 (20) |
| Rainy days | 6 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 14 | 15 | 9 | 8 |
| Sunset (15th) | 6:26 pm | 6:45 pm | 6:57 pm | 7:06 pm | 7:18 pm | 7:30 pm | 7:32 pm | 7:18 pm | 6:51 pm | 6:23 pm | 6:06 pm | 6:08 pm |
Questions
What food is Cancún known for?
Tacos: soft corn tortillas with fillings such as al pastor pork, fish or cochinita, eaten from street stands. Ceviche: raw fish 'cooked' in lime juice with onion, chilli and coriander. Tamales: corn dough with a filling, steamed in a corn husk or banana leaf.
How long does a cooking class take?
Most classes run three to four hours including the meal; ones that start with a market visit take closer to five.
Where can I book cooking classes in Cancún?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
