Cusco Cooking Class with San Pedro Market Tour

FromPEN 92

4 hours

Cusco, Peru

About this activity

Immerse yourself in Cusco's culinary scene with a guided market tour and hands-on cooking class, preparing and savoring traditional Peruvian dishes.

Highlights

Explore vibrant San Pedro Market
Learn traditional Peruvian cooking techniques
Prepare authentic local dishes
Enjoy a delicious meal of your creations
Engage with friendly local chefs

Full description

Dive into the rich flavors of Cusco with this engaging cooking class that begins with a guided tour of the bustling San Pedro Market. Wander through vibrant stalls brimming with fresh produce, exotic spices, and local delicacies. Your expert chef will introduce you to the secrets of Peruvian cuisine, guiding you through the preparation of classic dishes like ceviche, lomo saltado, and quinoa soup. After cooking, sit down to savor the fruits of your labor in a communal meal, sharing stories and laughter with fellow food enthusiasts. This experience offers a unique blend of cultural immersion and culinary delight, perfect for food lovers seeking an authentic taste of Peru.

Included / Excluded

Guided tour of San Pedro Market
Hands-on cooking class with local chef
All ingredients and equipment for cooking

Transportation to and from the meeting point

Itinerary

This amazing culinary experience starts at the meeting point situated at Plazoleta of San Pedro, a lovely place where the Market of San Pedro is located. The market was opened in 1925 and during the market tour you will see thousands of stores with a great variety of food such as cheeses, fruits, vegetables, handcraft, menus, among other things. The San Pedro Market is the main supply point in the city, where tourists and locals come daily. This place was part of the Inca Trail that connected to Plaza de Armas, during the Inca Empire. The food tour continues with a short walk until reach the cooking studio located very near from the market in the historic center of Cusco. The kitchen will be ready to start the Peruvian cooking classes.

Duration: 45 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

This amazing culinary experience starts at the meeting point situated at Plazoleta of San Pedro, a lovely place where the Market of San Pedro is located. The market was opened in 1925 and during the market tour you will see thousands of stores with a great variety of food such as cheeses, fruits, vegetables, handcraft, menus, among other things. The San Pedro Market is the main supply point in the city, where tourists and locals come daily. This place was part of the Inca Trail that connected to Plaza de Armas, during the Inca Empire. The food tour continues with a short walk until reach the cooking studio located very near from the market in the historic center of Cusco. The kitchen will be ready to start the Peruvian cooking classes. You will start the class making a Peruvian cocktail known as Pisco Sour. This traditional alcoholic drink is made with Pisco, a grape distillated liquor, with passion fruit juice. The professional chef will explain, step by step, how to prepare a 4-course menu with basic cooking techniques. We will start by preparing the first course, a delightful Mashua Cream accompanied by purple corn chips. Mashua is a tuber harvested in the high Andean regions of several South American countries, quite similar to potatoes, and it possesses beneficial nutritional properties. For the second course, you will prepare three different types of ceviche. One will be the classic style with red onion and coriander. The second will be an ancestral style with tumbo juice, a fruit native to the high jungle in the Andes, akin to passion fruit and rich in vitamin C. The third ceviche will consist of kushuro (high Andean algae), tarwi (Andean soy), and camu camu, offering an explosion of flavors. In the third course, you are going to cook an exquisite rocoto pepper stuffed with mushrooms and vegetables, accompanied by an organic garden salad and a smooth, creamy potato pie. Rocoto is a type of chili pepper, so it carries a spicy kick. For the potato pie, you will use three different types of potatoes. You will taste each of your dishes at the end of each course to relish the traditional Peruvian cuisine made with your own hands and share a pleasant moment with the rest of the group. You will also sample non-alcoholic beverages like Chicha Morada, a sweet drink made from purple corn. In the fourth course, you are going to savor desserts made with aromatic and fresh exotic fruits, such as lucuma, goldenberries, and cherimoya.

Duration: 3 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Meeting point

Start Location

Mercado Central de San Pedro, Thupaq Amaru, Cusco, Peru

Important information

Know before you book

Check the availability of the class on your preferred date and time.
Inform the organizer of any dietary restrictions or allergies in advance.
Be aware that the class may involve standing and light physical activity.

Know before you go

Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toed shoes suitable for walking and cooking.
Bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated during the tour.
Ensure you have a valid ID for age verification if required.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

Easy Public Transport
Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

A minimum of 2 people is required to start the tour
This activity is not recommended for children 6 and younger
If you have any food restrictions, please let us know about it when booking

Additional information

A minimum of 2 people is required to start the tour This activity is not recommended for children 6 and younger If you have any food restrictions, please let us know about it when booking