From Puebla : Class of Chile in Nogada at the Foot of the Volcano

5.0 (8 reviews) 5–6 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Live an authentic gastronomic experience in San Andrés Calpan, a community located in the foothills of the majestic Popocatépetl and recognized as the birthplace of chile en nogada.

After picking you up at your hotel in Puebla, you will travel to the home of a local traditional cook, who will open the doors of her home to share with you recipes, stories and traditions handed down from generation to generation. The experience begins in your garden, where you will collect some of the fresh ingredients you will use during class.

Afterwards, you will learn how to prepare an authentic chili pepper in nogada step by step, using local ingredients and traditional techniques. More than a cooking class, this is an opportunity to live with a Poblano family, learn about their lifestyle and discover the cultural and gastronomic richness of the region.

A unique way to know Puebla through its flavors, its people and its traditions.

Private cooking class with a traditional cook!

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At a glance

Duration: 5–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Unlimited Experiences

Ages: Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tourist host
Included: Cooking class with traditional cook
Included: Meals: Includes soup and seasonal drink plus chilli in nogada
Included: Private transportation: Private car and transfer to San Andres Calpan Round Trip

Not included

Not included: Tips

Itinerary

San Andres Calpan

2 hours

Discover the tradition behind one of Mexico’s most iconic dishes in an authentic cooking class in San Andrés Calpan, renowned as the birthplace of chile en nogada.

Hand in hand with a local traditional cook, you will learn step by step how this recipe is prepared and passed down through the generations. You will learn about the ingredients, techniques and secrets that make this dish unique, while listening to stories and traditions of the region.

You will participate actively in the preparation of the filling, the nogada and the final assembly of the chile en nogada. At the end, you will enjoy the dish you helped to make in a familiar and authentic atmosphere.

This experience is ideal for those who want to connect with the culture of the town through its gastronomy and live a local experience beyond traditional tourist tours