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Salsa Making Class in a Mexican Market

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Overview

This is a practical cooking class focused on making five different sauces, designed to be made in a market environment. The activity begins with a guided tour of the market, where participants select fresh and seasonal ingredients, learning to recognize their quality, origin and culinary use.

Later, in the workspace, a chef or facilitator guides the participants step by step in preparing the sauces, sharing basic techniques, flavor combinations and context on the Mexican culinary traditions associated with each recipe.

The activity concludes with a tasting of the prepared sauces, encouraging conversation, exchange of learning and appreciation of the work done by the participants.

What's Included

  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Instructor English and Spanish
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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Xicoténcatl 609
Zona Feb 10 2015, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

During this experience you will experience an authentic immersion in local cuisine:

They will start with a guided tour of the market, where they will know the ingredients, aromas and colors that are part of Mexican cuisine. Accompanied by the chef, they will select fresh and seasonal ingredients, learning to recognize their quality and traditional use.

They will then take part in a practical cooking class, where they will learn to prepare 5 different Mexican sauces, step by step and with traditional techniques. The chef will explain the processes, flavor combinations and key tips to replicate them at home.

Finally, you will enjoy a tasting of the sauces that you prepared yourself, sharing the experience in a close, cultural and flavorful atmosphere.

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers who have difficulty in motor mobility or long distances
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Salsa Making Class in a Mexican Market?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-185094P16

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Instructor English and Spanish
  • Entrance fee
  • Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers who have difficulty in motor mobility or long distances
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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