Cusco: Peruvian Cooking Class, Cocktails & Local Market Tour

Cusco Region, Peru



Discover the Peruvian Flavors in Cusco with a cooking class and a walking tour of San Pedro Market. Learn to cook 3 Peruvian dishes, craft 2 refreshing cocktails, and taste the traditional Picarones.

Peruvian Cooking Class with Market Tour in Cusco

This hands-on cooking class in Cusco suits food enthusiasts eager to explore traditional Peruvian cuisine and local markets.

Highlights

  • Explore Cusco's traditional San Pedro Market
  • Create and taste authentic Peruvian cocktails
  • Learn to cook three classic Peruvian dishes
  • Receive guidance from Chef Jesus throughout the class
  • Participate in a dedicated cooking session in Cusco

Description

Begin your culinary experience with a visit to San Pedro Market, one of Cusco's oldest markets, featuring exotic fruits, local cheeses, bread, chocolate, cacao, quinoa, and potatoes.

Walk to the nearby cooking studio in Cusco's historic center, where you will prepare a Peruvian cocktail to start. Chef Jesus will guide you step-by-step in cooking three traditional dishes: cebiche, causa limeña, and quinoa tamal. The class also includes making two pisco cocktails, with non-alcoholic options available.

After cooking, enjoy your creations and share stories with fellow participants. The experience concludes with tasting Picarones with honey, offering sugar-free and gluten-free options.

Includes

  • Professional chef instruction
  • Cooking class session
  • Two cocktails (alcoholic or non-alcoholic)
  • Three traditional Peruvian dishes
  • All ingredients provided
  • Guided market tour
  • Picarones tasting
  • Bottled water

Excludes

  • Tips

Important Information

  • Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free menus available
  • Class conducted in English and Spanish

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes for the market visit and bring a camera to capture the vibrant market atmosphere. Morning sessions offer the freshest ingredients and active market activity.

Frequently Asked Questions

You will learn to prepare cebiche, causa limeña, and quinoa tamal, three classic Peruvian recipes.
The market tour takes place at San Pedro Market, one of Cusco's traditional and oldest markets.
The class is guided by Chef Jesus, an expert in traditional Peruvian cuisine.
Yes, the class includes preparing and enjoying authentic Peruvian cocktails.
Yes, the class is designed for food enthusiasts of all skill levels, including beginners.
Check the activity website for current duration and schedule details.
Yes, you will enjoy the meals you prepare along with the cocktails during the class.
Availability may vary, so check the website for current dates and times.
Contact the provider in advance to discuss any dietary restrictions or preferences.
You'll explore exotic fruits, local cheeses, bread, chocolate, quinoa, potatoes, and other Peruvian staples.

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