Top Jalisco Classes & Workshops

You will learn how to cook salsa de molcajete, guacamole, mouthwatering enchiladas and tostada. You will get to taste our own brand of Mezcal and Tequila made organically in small batches. You’ll discover the unique flavours of local cooking while learning about traditional ways of life.

Feast upon the explosive flavors of Mexican cuisine during a cooking class in Puerto Vallarta.  Shop in a vibrant market for colorful produce; visit a traditional tortilla factory; and learn of regional culinary customs with a knowledgeable guide. Gain insight into customary cooking techniques with a local master chef, discovering recipes like fish ceviche, and taste tantalizing samples of tequila on this insightful and interactive culinary tour.

Surf School and adventure in puerto vallarta. Tours all around the bay (pv, Mita, sayulita) with perfect waves for all different levels of experience in surfing. One on one attention Pick up / drop off: We will provide pick up and drop off close to your hotel or the address that you prefer. Free pictures!!! 3 pictures per person as a gift so you can always remember your experience with us!!! We provide the best equipment for all levels of experience: Surf boards, boogie boards, longboards, Stand up paddle boards and umbrellas. Comfortable rash guards to prevent chafing and avoid sun burn. Surfers breakfast provided -energy/nutrition bar. -seasonal fruit. -bottle of water. Professional instructors, water sports experts and active surfers! ready to create the best experience and help you enjoy the process of learning this amazing sport. Tour is approximately 4 hours.

Swap sunbathing for chocolate making on a visit to ChocoMuseo in Puerto Vallarta, ideal for choccy enthusiasts, families, or couples. Learn about Mesoamerica’s often-overlooked history of chocolate as you explore the museum with your guide, then get hands-on experience tempering, molding, and decorating your own cacao creations to take home.

Get an authentic taste of Mexico--with a twist--on this excursion. You are invited to the home of an internationally trained chef who returned home to bring his own special flair to traditional cuisine. This personalized tour starts with a visit to the market to select the best ingredients for your meal. Return to Chef’s home to cook together before sitting down to enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Mole poblano is a spicy chocolate sauce that is served over meat. Learn about this Mexican dish during a hands-on cooking class in Puerto Vallarta. Visit a local market to purchase ingredients, including Mexcian cacao and chilies, and learn to make this dish from start to finish with a group of no more than five participants. Then, enjoy the fruits of your labor and take home a jar of your mole.

Foodies who love to sample local cuisine when they travel will enjoy the opportunity to learn how to make Mexican food for themselves. Visit your local chef's home and learn to make a variety of Puerto Vallarta specialties, including mahi mahi ceviche and flamed plantains. You'll use fresh, seasonal ingredients to create a feast. Enjoy eating your meal after and learning skills to take home.

You will taste 5 different types of Tequila, Mezcal and our Agave Syrup! You’ll discover the unique craft and expert technique of Tequila. You will taste our own label of Mezcal and Tequila made in small batches from our local distillery.

Learn how to prepare an authentic Jaliscan meal during a private cooking class at Helene’s home kitchen in Puerto Vallarta. Discover the traditional flavors used in Jaliscan cuisine and enjoy a hands-on culinary experience preparing recipes that she has perfected over the years. Get an insider's peek into the local culture and lifestyle, and spend about an hour and a half cooking before sitting down to enjoy your meal.

Indulge in a 2-hour journey to discover the mystical world of oil painting. This class delves into the many facets of oil, exploring its unique features and versatile applications. With the guidance of your expert teacher, master the craft at a pace that suits your learning style. And that's not all, you'll also unlock a treasure trove of mixed techniques that will expand your painting horizons. All the tools you need—paint, brushes, and top-notch instructions—are included.

Ride the waves on this private surfing lesson from Puerto Vallarta. After an easy drive to Punta Mita, receive tailored instruction according to your level of experience. Learn maneuvers on the beach and then hit point break! After the lesson, dial down your adrenaline with drinks and snacks at a local bar. Transport from a central location in Puerto Vallarta included.

Freestyle Acrylic Painting is a class where you get to do whatever theme of a painting you would like while learning. Do you have a painting idea you would like to paint and would like to do it with the guidance of an instructor? This class is great for a beginner, student or recreational painter who enjoys being around other painters.

Learn how to surf or improve your skills with a surf lesson in Punta Mita, a short drive from Sayulita and Puerto Vallarta. If you're a beginner, you'll learn all about the ins and outs of surfing with a professional instructor, who will help you gain confidence on the water. More advanced students will have the chance to improve their form and get pointers as they practice.

Learn how raw cacao gets processed into chocolate during this private chocolate-making experience in Puerto Vallarta. Listen to the history and cultural significance of cacao to Mexico as you master time-tested techniques. Get hands-on guidance from a chef. Leave with your own tasty creation to take back home.

ART VallARTa is excited to announce another season of Watercolor Classes for beginning and advanced students of watercolor taught by Veronica Rangel. Watercolor paint, brushes and paper will be supplied. During each class Veronica Rangel, will demonstrate a featured technique for you to incorporate, if you chose in that days work. This is a class you can join for one or many classes and continue to work on your art work from one lesson to another.

Learn some latin moves in an artistic Mexican Cantina! This is the perfect backdrop for your Social Media Selfies! Our walls are adorned with beautiful Mexican Murals of "Day of the Dead" Catrinas. Your complimentary cocktails will get you in mood to dance all night to our live music! Our bar is voted the #1 spot for Nightlife in the Romantic Zone so make this your first spot! Every night is a different lineup of entertainment!

Take home more than souvenirs from your stay in Puerto Vallarta during this half-day art class led by professional artist Douglas Simonson. Escape from the midday heat in his Romantic Zone studio as you pick up the basics of color mixing, painting techniques, and more in a hands-on class suitable for all ages and ability levels.

Experience Mexican Mixology in a Cantina with live music and entertainment in an artistic setting. Take your social media selfies with one of our many Day of the Dead Catrina Murals! Put on costumes and become part of the show!

Do you like Mexican food and want to learn how to prepare typical dishes in a traditional way? This class is for you, 100% practical with written menus included, you will learn how to prepare various traditional dishes of the region that you can easily replicate in your place of origin. You will learn the meaning of the terminology of Mexican cuisine and why traditional utensils were used since pre-Hispanic times. You will learn to select the best ingredients for each dish: Meat in its Juice or Pozole, or Tamales, or Chiles Rellenos, Jarritos with Tequila, a whole menu with a tequila-based drink, main course, dessert and accessories, when you contact me I will tell you the options. We have options for vegetarians and vegans. Do not hesitate to contact me in advance in case you have food restrictions https://youtube.com/shorts/kPWTvXJAdJU?feature=share

Ideal for travelers interested in learning how to surf, or beginners who don’t have the right gear, this surf lesson provides boards and everything you need to improve your surfing skills. After pickup, head to a great beach about 45 minutes from Puerto Vallarta. After basic safety and surfing instructions, hit the water with your instructor, who teaches you how to catch the best waves with minimal assistance.

Mary will connect to your Spirit Guides, Angels & Ancestors using her intuition & psychic vision. A unique story just for you! using multiple Tarot decks & Oracle cards. Your private reading will be inside Xocodiva Cafe, just 4 blocks from the beach! Enjoy a chocolate truffle and coffee or tropical smoothie as part of your experience At the end of your session receive a bonus 15 min. Chakra healing using crystals & Reiki if you agree. You will have a unique tarot reading just for you. No reading is alike. Ask any questions that are on your mind and the cards fly out onto the table telling your story, giving you insights and clarity on your next steps forward in life! Note: this is for entertainment purposes only, yet you will have the experience that can change the course of your life for the better!.

With the help of our Chef(fe), you will prepare the choux dough and learn all the tricks to recreate it successfully back home. You will pipe the éclairs and bake them. While the éclairs are in the oven, you will make a creamy chocolate pastry cream with a Mexican twist. After a well-deserved break, you will fill the choux, prepare the chocolate glaze and decorate them. Finally, you can sample these delicious éclairs and take the remaining ones with you to enjoy after the class. Enjoy this unique, completely hands on workshop. You will get to use our home made 70% cocoa dark chocolate that has an intense flavor. Last but not least, you will bake while enjoying a wonderful view overlooking the sea!

You will learn about the culture, you will discover our traditions and the authentic flavor of Mexican food, enjoying a magical place that will transport you to an exceptional unique environment. Have fun exploring new flavors and creating unforgettable memories!