Cooking Workshop: Harvest, Cook & Savor Authentic Mexican Cuisine

Duration: 1 Day

Location: Mexico

Group Of 10 People

R11000

Extra Guests Per Person

R1100

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Harvest fresh ingredients from the chinampas and learn to cook authentic Mexican dishes in a hands-on workshop.

  • Ingredient Harvesting: Begin your experience by harvesting fresh produce from the chinampas.
  • Hands-On Cooking Workshop: Learn to prepare authentic Mexican recipes using seasonal ingredients.
  • Professional Cooking Equipment: All necessary cooking utensils and materials are included.

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.

Experience the full journey from farm to table with the Cooking Workshop at Chinampa del Sol. This hands-on culinary experience begins with harvesting fresh ingredients directly from the chinampas before learning how to prepare delicious Mexican dishes alongside your companions.

Guided by Arca Tierra’s culinary team, this immersive workshop combines traditional cooking techniques, sustainable agriculture, and authentic flavors in one unforgettable experience.

What’s Included

Interactive Cooking Experience

  • Ingredient Harvesting: Begin your experience by harvesting fresh produce from the chinampas.
  • Hands-On Cooking Workshop: Learn to prepare authentic Mexican recipes using seasonal ingredients.
  • Professional Cooking Equipment: All necessary cooking utensils and materials are included.

Cultural & Agricultural Experience

  • Guided trajinera tour through the canals of Xochimilco.
  • Guided visit to Chinampa del Sol.
  • Learn about regenerative agriculture and sustainable food practices.

Tour Details

  • Duration: 4 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?

  • Learn authentic Mexican cooking techniques from local experts.
  • Harvest and cook with fresh seasonal ingredients.
  • Experience the connection between farming, sustainability, and cuisine.
  • Perfect for food lovers and travelers seeking interactive experiences.

Have questions? Here's the most frequently asked.

I can no longer use my tickets. Can I give them to a friend?

Your tickets are transferrable, so if you can’t use your tickets, feel free to give them to a friend to use.

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If I want to volunteer how do I do this?

Send an email to arts@maboneng.com with what you would like to help with and your Bio.

Is the art for sale on the tour?

Yes the art is for sale and we also have a shop on our website for more fascinating travel and home decor products?

Is there parking available?

Parking is available at each tour’s starting location. After your purchase tickets, you’ll receive emails with parking suggestions.

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