All five destinations · Seasonal
An evening workshop on the ofrenda — the meaning of each element of a Día de Muertos altar — followed by a seasonal Mexican dinner, hosted in all five Cookin' destinations.
About this class
Día de Muertos is not a Mexican Halloween. It is a family reunion with the dead, and the altar — the ofrenda — is how the invitation is made. This evening workshop explains what each element means: the cempasúchil marigolds whose scent is said to guide the spirits home, the candles, the papel picado, the water and salt, the pan de muerto, and the photographs of the people being remembered.
You build an altar together with your host, hear the stories behind the traditions, and are invited to place a photo of someone you have lost at the centre of it. Guests are asked to bring a printed, letter-size photograph if they would like to take part in that way.
The evening closes with a seasonal Mexican dinner and drinks, served in a dedicated culinary space. The class is hosted in Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, Playa del Carmen and Cancún, and runs for at least 4 guests.
Itinerary
A welcome and an introduction to Día de Muertos in Mexico.
What the celebration means and how families prepare for it.
Build the ofrenda, element by element, with your host.
A seasonal Mexican dinner with purified water, margaritas and aguas frescas.
The dinner is seasonal and built around Día de Muertos dishes. Tell us about dietary needs when you book.
Included
Good to know
Seasonal, late October to 2 November. 3.5 hours.
Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, Playa del Carmen or Cancún, in a dedicated culinary space.
A printed, letter-size photograph of a departed loved one, if you would like to place it on the altar.
From 4 guests.
MX$2,350 per person, in Mexican pesos.
Full refund when you cancel at least 24 hours before.
Cancel or reschedule within the policy window and you get a full refund. Gratuities are not included; 15% is customary if you enjoyed the class.
Reviews
“Enrique, Eri, and Carolina were fabulous hosts! Wonderful experience for all!!”
“Alma made the experience especially memorable, and you can tell how much passion she has for sharing her knowledge and bringing people together. We would wholeheartedly recommend Cookin' Playa!”
“One of my favorite experiences in Cabo! This family is amazing! You can feel the love from start to finish. The food, drinks, and service are on another level.”
Reviews are published as guests wrote them. Seasonal verified reviews for this experience.
FAQ
No. Día de Muertos is a Mexican family tradition of remembering the dead, celebrated on 1 and 2 November. The workshop explains the meaning behind the altar rather than treating it as a costume party.
If you would like to honour someone, bring a printed, letter-size photograph to place on the ofrenda.
In all five Cookin' destinations — Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, Playa del Carmen and Cancún — in dedicated culinary spaces.
Yes. A seasonal Mexican dinner is served after the workshop, with purified water, margaritas and aguas frescas.
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Día de Muertos: altars & dinner · 3.5 hours · from MX$2,350 per person. Small groups, taught in English and Spanish.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before · +52 322 171 7854
