Tortilla Making Workshop in the Famous San Juan Mercado

2 h
About this activity
Itinerary

Learn how to make a MASA dough to make Tortillas, Gorditas, Quesadillas as well as a classic chili salsa and a variety of delicious traditional fillings.

This workshop is held in the most vibrant and exotic chef's market in Mexico City, the famous San Juan Mercardo! This market is prehispanic and has been in existence for over 500 years! *As seen on TV*

Our Certified Mexican chef will guide the workshop, you will get hands-on experience in making the tortillas yourself. You will learn what it means to make a good and authentic tortilla, Gordita and Quesadilla, handmade and pressed. Many of our guests have all said they will be taking these recipes back home!

Are you a meat-eater, vegetarian, or VEGAN? No problem! We have delicious options for all preferences; Cecina, Flor de la Calabaza, Nopal *Please mention this in your booking!*

A tour and brief history of the market will also be given, you will see native and international fruits, meats, vegetables, prehispanic foods such as insects, gourmet salsas, exotic types of meats on sale; Lion, Tiger, Deer, Amadilos, Crocodile, Skunk, and other delights such as ant egg quesadillas, Mescals, wines, beers and cheese.



Stop At:

• Mercado de San Juan, Calle de Ernesto Pugibet No. 21, Mexico City Mexico
Included
  • Lunch - Handmade Tortillas, Gorditas, Quesadillas, delicious fillings, meat, vegetarian and vegan options
  • Alcoholic Beverages - Optional alcoholic beverages are offered at an extra cost, Mexican wine, Craft beers, Mescal
  • Soda/Pop - Not really soda/pop - Agua Frescas, daily juice waters; Jamaica, Passion Fruit, Melon, Lemon plus other varieties
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
Features
Tourism
95% Cultural
75% Original
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