A Taste of Mexican Classics: Traditional Flavors from the Chinampas

Duration: 1 Day

Location: Mexico

Group Of 10 People

R11000

Extra Guests Per Person

R1100

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Enjoy traditional Mexican guisados, handmade tortillas, and fresh seasonal flavors in Xochimilco’s chinampas.

  • Three Traditional Guisados: Enjoy a rotating selection of seasonal Mexican stews prepared with locally sourced ingredients.
  • Handmade Corn Tortillas: Fresh tortillas prepared using traditional methods.
  • Traditional Side Dishes: Includes rice, beans, and nopal salad.
  • Fresh Seasonal Ingredients: Meals are prepared with produce harvested from the chinampas and nearby farms.

Bookings close 20 days before the session starts.

Photography is allowed at most tour locations.

This is a shuttled experience

Park and Ride facility available

Restrooms are available at most tour stops

Family friendly experience

Vegetarian and vegan options available upon request.

Celebrate the richness of traditional Mexican cuisine with A Taste of Mexican Classics, a vibrant culinary experience inspired by the authentic flavors of the chinampas and local farming communities. Enjoy a delicious selection of traditional guisados prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced directly from Arca Tierra’s agricultural network.

This experience combines the warmth of Mexican hospitality, the beauty of Xochimilco’s canals, and the unforgettable taste of handmade cuisine rooted in centuries of tradition.

What’s Included

Traditional Mexican Dining

  • Three Traditional Guisados: Enjoy a rotating selection of seasonal Mexican stews prepared with locally sourced ingredients.
  • Handmade Corn Tortillas: Fresh tortillas prepared using traditional methods.
  • Traditional Side Dishes: Includes rice, beans, and nopal salad.
  • Fresh Seasonal Ingredients: Meals are prepared with produce harvested from the chinampas and nearby farms.

Xochimilco Experience

  • Paddle trajinera tour through the canals.
  • Guided visit to Chinampa del Sol.
  • Learn about regenerative agriculture and local food traditions.

Tour Details

  • Duration: 3 hours and 30 minutes
  • Language: English tour

What’s Included in All Experiences

  • Paddle trajinera tour through Xochimilco’s canals
  • English-speaking host
  • Guided chinampa tour
  • Kitchen access
  • Roofed space
  • Fresh water and coffee
  • Tables, chairs, glassware, and crockery
  • Cleaning staff
  • Dry toilets
  • Children under 3 years old attend free of charge

Why Choose This Experience?

  • Taste authentic Mexican comfort food prepared with seasonal ingredients.
  • Experience the traditions and flavors of Xochimilco’s farming communities.
  • Discover the connection between local agriculture and Mexican cuisine.
  • Enjoy an intimate cultural and culinary journey in nature.

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