Cooking Class - Handmade Gorditas and Tacos

Learn to prepare traditional Mexican dishes featuring the iconic tacos al pastor.

In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Isabel or Chef Pavel will guide you as you explore traditional dishes from the Mexican peninsula. This vibrant menu showcases beloved foods, including the renowned tacos al pastor with roasted pork, bold chiles and sweet pineapple.

Begin with a classic cheesy stuffed tortilla dish, the gordita, followed by fresh guacasalsa with tomatillos and avocado. You'll learn to prepare an al pastor marinade and transform it into a tender filling for your tacos. Finish the class with duranzo con cookies — sweet peaches and cream with cinnamon cookie crumbs.

Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

  • Minimum Guests 2
  • Maximum Guests 7
  • Meal Courses 3
  • Event Duration 3 hours
  • Labels Beginner, Couples, Fun, Group, Mexican

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Marcelo

Marcelo

23 Oct 2023

Chef Pavel is so nice. His class was fun and easy to follow and understand. Very good class!

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From owning a restaurant to working as a head chef, Chef Isabel’s career boasts over 16 years of professional cooking experience. Her passion for traditional Mexican cuisine shines through during her immersive hands-on cooking classes. With stunning menus featuring fresh, local ingredients, Chef Isabel strives to help her guests take in the classic, authentic and tasteful art of a delicious Mexican menu.

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