Top Riviera Maya & the Yucatan Food & Drink - page 3

Mexico is renowned for its tequilas, but in order to really understand and appreciate how this liquor is made, visitors need to learn from a top tequila maker—and have a great time along the way. In addition to a personal tequila seminar, which offers eight different tequilas, you'll enjoy a lunch prepared with local specialties such as lime soup, seafood, dessert, plus a margarita. 

Make the most of your vacation with the one you love on this romantic dinner cruise aboard a Spanish galleon. Sip delicious cocktails and flavor-packed wine, and dine on steak, lobster, surf and turf or vegetarian cuisine. As the sun sinks into the lagoon, soak up the atmosphere with smooth jazz from a live sax. Package excludes dock fees, while professional photos will be available for purchase.

What sets our Playa Uvas Beach Club All-Inclusive Package apart is the perfect blend of indulgence and adventure in Cozumel's pristine paradise. Guests savor unlimited culinary delights from our exclusive menu, featuring Mexican cuisine. Complemented by an open bar pouring tropical cocktails. Guided kayak and snorkel tours unveil the mesmerizing Caribbean world. Access to amenities, sunbeds, and palapas ensures comfort. With this package, guests enjoy the best of both relaxation and exploration, making memories in a stunning tropical setting that's truly one-of-a-kind.

In this walk through the Center of Tulum you will taste tacos with stews from the Mayan and traditional Mexican cuisine, you will also know their ingredients and preparation, in addition to touring the streets of Tulum we will talk about its history, culture and attractions. The start time in the morning is at 10:00 a.m. and in the afternoon at 5:30 p.m. with an approximate duration of 2.5 hours each. The meeting point is at the corner of Av. Satélite and Av Tulum in downtown Tulum. We will visit 3 points, unique places to taste food from the Mayan and traditional Mexican cuisine; in some of them you can talk to the people who prepare these dishes. We recommend you bring a good appetite and of course, leave a little space for the best dessert in Tulum. During the walking tour we will visit streets with murals and places of interest for those who visit this town full of life and color everywhere.

Pleasure your palate with meat-stuffed empanadas, succulent shrimp tacos, and sweet Mexican pastries on a culinary tour of Cozumel. Sample the exotic flavors of the idyllic island, noting the Mexican spice and Caribbean flair of the dishes due to Cozumel’s close proximity to Cuba. Immerse yourself in the culinary customs of the area as a knowledgeable guide takes you to five favorite local haunts to same fine Yucatan bites and beverages. Enjoy personalized attention and round-trip transportation on this intimate small group tour.

Step into luxury when you board one of our fully-equipped sailboats. Receive a friendly greeting from our crew who will provide you with unmatched service throughout the excursion. Take a moment for a photo opportunity with your friends as the setting sun paints the sky in a remarkable palette of colors. Enjoy the perfect evening, ideal for couples, honeymooners, special events, or close friends.

Do you want to learn to make authentic Mexican salsas and guacamole, drink margaritas and learn how to dance salsa on the beach? Then this is the tour for you! Stop at a Beach mexican Restaurant La Chilangaloense with a beautiful view for a hand's-on cooking class.Your guide will take you through the steps of making authentic Mexican salsas and guacamole from the freshest ingredients. You'll have tortilla chips to taste your creations and can take the recipes home with you.Quench your thirst with complimentary margaritas, Mexican beer, or flavored waters. Afterwards, your guide will show you how to step, sway and get into the groove of Latin America's most famous dance- the Salsa! Follow step-by step instructions and you'll soon be ready for the dance floor. After your class, you'll have free time to enjoy the beach break. When time's up, you have the option to either return to your ship or stay at Beach Club and extend your day in this tropical paradise.

Get acquainted with Yucatecan specialties on this street food tour of Merida. Walk with a local guide to Merida’s main market plus a seafood restaurant and gelato shop. Sip fruit juices and sample plenty of local dishes, not limited to empanadas, tamales and seafood tacos along with ‘cochinita pibil’ (slow-roasted pork) and ‘panuchos’ (tortillas stuffed with refried black beans). Delicious!

Floating along the canals of Cancun in a ‘tranjinera’ (gondola) is a Mexican experience that cannot be missed. This evening tour of Xoximilco, on a traditional tranjinera, ensures an unforgettable experience of a Yucatan fiesta. Feast on a 3-course Mexican meal; sip unlimited tequila, beer, and soft drinks from an onboard bar; and listen to live music performed by mariachi and bolero bands. Each boat has a maximum capacity of 20 passengers.

Explore the distinctive flavors of Yucatec cuisine at a cooking class in a Merida home, preparing a traditional three-course meal alongside a local chef. You'll start in the vibrant Merida market, shopping for fresh fruits, vegetables, and recados, or Yucatec spice blends, then roll up your sleeves to cook an appetizer, main course, and dessert. From the marketplace to the home kitchen, this cooking class is a great way to experience Yucatec cuisine and get a glimpse of daily life in the bustling city.

Discover the nuances of traditional Mexican cooking during this immersive workshop in the heart of Cozumel. Join a small group and visit a traditional market to gather ingredients for your day. Then, learn to make several traditional dishes, from snacks to appetizers to main dishes. After, sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labor along with an array of drinks.

Discover the best tacos in Cancun on this small-group guided adventure that takes you to places you'd never discover on your own. Try tacos campechanos, taquitos de pastor and much more, try tacos made with beef tongue and guts, and quesadillas made with fish and shrimp, and for dessert, head to a park. The evening includes a stop at a craft market where you can sample tequila and mezcal and have the opportunity to shop.

Skip the touristic restaurant scene for a small-group food tour of Puerto Morelos, a small fishing village just south of Cancún. Visit roughly five to six neighborhood eateries including family restaurants, street taco stalls, fruit markets, and more. While you walk and sample food, listen to your guide tell stories about the relationship between local cooking methods and traditional Mexican culture.

Experience Isla Mujeres close up as you eat and drink your way around the island on a fun golf cart bar crawl. You'll be taken to some offbeat places that are popular with the locals without worrying about drinking and driving. Indulge in a range of speciality beers and local liquor, including mezcal. Make new friends on an intimate small-group tour with a maximum of twelve travelers.

We will visit one of the most important Mayan sites; with a unique approach, where you can travel to the center of the ancient and sacred place. We will have the first stop at one of the New 7 Wonders of the world, the Spectacular Chichén Itzá. Add an incredible touch of culture, adventure and Mexican flavor to your vacation. We will transport all your senses to the origin of regional cuisine in a unique gastronomic demonstration -which is one of the greatest Mayan legacies-. Delight yourself with flavors and aromas. Live the tradition of the use of plants, vegetables and local fauna that transcends borders and symbolizes the culinary diversity of Mexico. Cool off and relax in the “IK KIL” cenote where its deep blue water will amuse you with the clearest water that mother earth offers. Without a doubt, the most amazing cenote in the Yucatan peninsula. Expect an urban tourism stop in the town of Valladolid, a small and quiet place full of culture. Gastronomic demonstration of Mayan cuisine

Explore the Riviera Maya in style during this private, half-day cruise in a chartered yacht. Follow a tailor-made itinerary, including an optional snorkeling stop in Inha Reef. Sunbathe on the spacious sundeck, or cool down over a complimentary cocktail. A tasty lunch, snorkeling gear, and a karaoke set are also included.

Use traditional techniques to prepare a 4-course Mexican menu at a cooking class in Cancun that begins in a local market and ends with a feast. You’ll learn the building blocks of Mexican cooking as you browse fresh ingredients at the market, then find out how to use a stone mortar, griddle, and clay pots to cook four flavorful dishes.

Book this Playa del Carmen Mexican Food Cooking Class to enjoy an authentic culinary experience in Mexico. This cooking lesson is led by a local who invites you into their home to learn to make a meal—you choose to cook a 1- or 3-course meal when booking. Plus, each class participant gets their cooking station complete with the supplies they need to use for the course.

While most boat tours travel on catamarans or yachts, this sailing and dinner experience takes travelers through the Bay of Cancun on pirate-themed, 19th-century Spanish galleon ship replicas. Cruise the bay while dining, interact with in-costume pirate characters, and watch a simulated pirate attack show before returning to the harbor.

Whether you’re newly-weds, long-time lovers, or just starting out on your journey together, feel the romance of the Caribbean as you enjoy a 3-course dinner aboard a Spanish galleon. Glide from Nichupte Lagoon (Laguna Nichupte) to Love Lagoon (Laguna del Amor) as live saxophone plays and you dance to romantic ballads and sip drinks from the open bar. Your package excludes dock fees; photos are available at an additional charge.

Escape the crowds while in Costa Maya by spending your time at a private beach club. After your ship docks, your designated driver will take you from the cruise port to the secluded beach at Hayhu Beach Club. Relax on your private deck with private bathroom and shower, while enjoying personalized food and drink service. Swim, snorkel, kayak or paddleboard in the ocean. Or enjoy land activities like board games, soccer and volleyball.

Chefs, home cooks, and foodies who appreciate a good meal will enjoy this hands-on cooking class led by a local. Meet up with your host and the rest of your small class at a local spot, then hit the shops and spice markets to gather ingredients for the meal. You’ll be cooking at your hosts’s home, and the best part is that you get to eat the dishes you prepare. 

Relax knowing that your party’s every need is attended to on this all-inclusive cruise. The hospitality (and tequila) flows freely from the moment you board “La Pirata,” a 51-foot Sea Ray yacht. Snorkeling gear and standup paddleboards are provided, as well as a state-of-the-art sound system for your music library. Cruise remote coastlines as you eat, drink, and enjoy the yacht's luxe amenities.