Top Tamarindo Cooking Classes

Learn to cook some of the best foods in Tamarindo in this small-group cooking class. Your local chef takes you through the steps in making a three-course meal that you eat at the end with your group. Try things like tortillas, patacones, arroz de maiz, and more. Learn about Costa Rican culture through the food you prepare and the people who teach you.

Our agave experts will guide you through a detailed tasting explaining what agave plants are, how the agave spirits are made, info about each product, and discussing tasting notes. You'll try Costa Rican fruits and snacks while we do the tasting. Our collection of agave spirits is hand-picked, additive-free spirits. We have some extremely special bottles in our cava and our perspective is all about teaching you how to recognize a quality tequila or mezcal and learn about regions outside of the most common areas of tequila and mezcal production.

There’s a good reason why Tamarindo is known as a top surf destination for beginners. In just one lesson, you can pop up on your board and ride a wave when you take a private or group lesson. Or, even upgrade to a 3-day mini-surf camp—the choice is yours when you book. No matter what you choose, hang easy knowing that all equipment and a qualified instructor are included with all packages.

Learn traditional Costa Rican recipes that have been passed down for generations in this online cooking class. You can join a Costa Rican local from the comfort of your own kitchen, making this experience ideal for travel lovers who want a travel-like experience without the hassle and cost that comes with travel. Plus, learning to cook the foreign recipes at home makes it easy to recreate them on your own.

A great way to learn about Costa Rican culture is through its coffee, and this private tour does just that. You’ll start the tour with hotel pickup for ease, and then learn all about coffee production from a local farmer. You’ll also be taken to a village for a pottery experience where you can learn about indigenous culture in the area.