Playa del Carmen · Workshop
Two hours on the one skill that holds Mexican cooking together: nixtamalisation, masa, and pressing tortillas by hand on the comal in Playa del Carmen.
About this class
Sin maíz, no hay país — without corn there is no country. The tortilla workshop is built around that idea: two focused hours on how dried corn becomes masa and how masa becomes a tortilla that puffs on the comal.
You will learn what nixtamalisation does to the corn and why it matters, work with fresh masa until it feels right in your hand, press tortillas and cook them yourself. The chefs have the salsas and traditional fillings ready, so the session stays on the press and the comal rather than turning into a full cooking class.
It runs Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:00 in Playa del Carmen for 2 to 8 guests, and it is a good short session for guests who already cook, or for families with children.
Itinerary
How nixtamalisation turns dried corn into masa, and what it does to flavour.
Work the masa, press your tortillas and cook them on the comal.
Eat what you made with the salsas and fillings the chefs prepared.
Soft drinks, salsas and traditional fillings are included. Alcoholic drinks are not.
Included
Good to know
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:00. About 2 hours.
Playa del Carmen. Meeting details are sent when you book or enquire.
2 to 8 guests.
Quoted on request, 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
“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!”
“What an amazing experience! Learning how to choose vegetables at the local market was amazing, and the food we made was so delicious. Hibiscus margaritas were awesome as well.”
“An absolute highlight of our trip to Playa del Carmen. Alma was incredibly warm, welcoming, and engaging, and she created such a fun, relaxed atmosphere that we immediately felt at home. We laughed, connected, learned about the history and culture of the region.”
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FAQ
No, but you should enjoy getting your hands into masa. The workshop is hands-on from the first minute.
Yes. Children enjoy pressing their own tortillas, and the session is short enough to hold their attention.
The workshop is priced per group and depends on the number of guests and the date. Send us your details and we will quote it the same day.
Yes. Some groups book the workshop in the morning and a full class on another day. Tell us what you have in mind.
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