Top Central Highlands Food & Drink Classes

Immerse yourself in Guatemalan culture and cuisine with a small-group cooking class at Cuscun Cooking School in Antigua. First, visit the local market to shop for fresh ingredients, herbs, and spices, then get hands-on in the kitchen under the guidance of a local chef. Create a variety of typical Guatemalan dishes, such as ‘tamales, ‘pepián’ (meat stew), or chiles rellenos (stuffed chilies).

You´ll discover the unique flavors of the local cooking while learning about traditional ways of life. As part of this class, you will visit a local market, choose exotic ingredients, and learn to cook 5 typical dishes. We will bring you to the local market where you can sample a lot of the exotic fruits. Maybe you had no clue what half the fruits were. Without a local guide, you would’ve missed out on so many food opportunities!

Our workshop is quite hands-on, with an introduction to various coffee brewing methods, tips and tricks to get the best out of your brew, step-by-step guide and demonstration, as well as the opportunity to taste our Guatemalan coffee that we are for. so famous.

About 20-minutes from Antigua, the peaceful town of Parramos is a world away from the bustling streets of Guatemala’s tourist capital, which makes it the perfect place for a family-led cooking class in a local home. A great way to immerse yourself in the rich flavors of Guatemalan cuisine, this small-group cooking class also gives you the chance to learn more about Guatemalan culture and stories.

Embark on an exotic culinary adventure with this 5-hour small-group cooking class in Antigua, including hotel pick-up. Master expert techniques and local ingredients to create typical Guatemalan dishes like ‘hilachas’, tamales and ‘camote en dulce’, under the watchful eye of a professional chef. After tasting your creations over lunch, leave armed with recipes and cooking tips to help you recreate your favorite dishes back home.

Learn how to make traditional Mayan dishes during a culinary tour in Antigua. Pick up fresh ingredients and see how the locals shop at the vibrant Central Market, then head to your instructor’s home. Be sure to come hungry, as you prepare - and devour - pepian (meat stew), hilachas (beef with tomato sauce), jocon (green chicken stew), and more over the course of the class.

You will feel like a real sorcerer / sorceress during this activity! Brew the delicious "Elixir of Euphoria" and have the most magical time with your best witch or wizard! An unforgettable experience that one must try in the magical city of Antigua! Our staff will guide you in case you need anything during your Potions Class and your manuscript can be in either English or Spanish. Successfully brew the potion, and enjoy its "effects" in our magical castle! *You must be 18+ to participate in this Potions Class as it involves alcoholic beverages

Pepian is one of Guatemala emblematic dishes, however on this cooking experience, you will learn how to make the Mayan San Antonio Aguas Calientes recipe: An explosion of flavors thanks to Mayan techniques. A unique experience you won’t see at any restaurant or cooking school.

Within this tour you will learn about the coffee processes in a different way since the experience is directly with a local coffee grower, it is an incredible activity which you must experience, you will learn about both plantation processes, as well as drink artisanal coffee, in one of the communities most iconic in the world of coffee in the Antigua Guatemala area

Highlights: You will prepare a 100% Mayan cacao beverage from scratch A profesional tasting of 4 high quality Guatemalan single origin chocolates

It is a unique culinary experience that will immerse you in the authentic flavors and rich gastronomic tradition of Guatemala. You will learn to prepare traditional and exquisite dishes that represent the cultural diversity and unique ingredients of this beautiful land. During the workshop, you will be guided by expert local chefs, who will teach you traditional culinary techniques, secrets of Guatemalan cuisine, and will share their passion for gastronomy with you. You will have the opportunity to work with fresh, high-quality ingredients, many of which are grown in Guatemala, such as corn, beans, aromatic spices, and tropical fruits. Our Guatemalan cooking workshop takes place in a welcoming and friendly environment, where you will be able to interact with other cooking enthusiasts and share culinary experiences. In addition, we will provide you with all the necessary utensils and equipment so that you can fully enjoy the activity.

Without a doubt, learning how to make Guatemalan pepián and plantain mole will provide you with a unique culinary experience and will bring you closer to the rich gastronomic tradition of Guatemala. Guatemalan cuisine is known for its diversity of flavors, native ingredients, and traditional culinary techniques that have been passed down through generations.

Travel to La Antigua Guatemala to learn about the traditional chocolate production (a pre hispanic drink) and meet a local family producing coffee in the traditional way.

Hello friend! Get ready for an immersive journey that fuses language, culture, and unforgettable memories. On the first night, our guests are warmly welcomed into the local host family's home. A night pickup ensures a heartfelt introduction, setting the tone for a genuine cultural exchange. Delight in traditional Guatemalan dishes, lovingly prepared by the hosting family for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For the next three days, mornings come alive with vibrant Spanish classes from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Afterward, lunch with the family creates cherished bonds. In the afternoons, prepare for captivating tours. Experience local highlights, from chocolate-making to immersing in the heart of Agua Volcano with a local farmer and his family. Also, discover the mystique of native customs with a dynamic women's cooperative. Note: Meals are available from Monday to Saturday. The bathroom is a shared space. This experience lasts 4 nights and 4 days.