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Make your own Mayan Pepian – Cooking class

About this experience

Pepian is one of Guatemala emblematic dishes, however on this cooking experience, you will learn how to make the Mayan San Antonio Aguas Calientes recipe: An explosion of flavors thanks to Mayan techniques. A unique experience you won’t see at any restaurant or cooking school.

At a glance

  • Duration: 2 hr 30 min
  • Private experience

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2 Course menú cooking class
2 course menú: We will prepare mayan pepian in fire and as a dessert have plantain mole. One of our favorite cooked by Maria's family

Plan your experience

Time on the tour2 hr 30 min
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 2 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

What is included

  • Pepian cooking class with a local,Side dish, Guatemalan Tortillas, 1 mayan beverage

Not included

  • We don't serve or sell alcoholic drinks

Itinerary and highlights

Pepian is one of Guatemala emblematic dishes, however on this cooking experience you will learn how to make it through Maria's family recipe using the Mayan grinding stone at a traditional Guatemalan kitchen in the beautiul scenery of Santa Ana Village. A unique experience you won’t see at any restaurant or cooking school.

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Meeting and pickup information

  • Meeting Point is at the central Park in front of the main church. Our guides will contact you through Whatsapp to let you know where they're at.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Kukul Tales

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 2 hr 30 min.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Youth tickets: age 13–19; Adult tickets: age 20+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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