Dig into Mayan flavors
Learn about traditional farming with a Mayan community before making Yucatán-style tortillas and preparing Cochinita Pibil. Sensory, delicious high.
Area
Yucatan Peninsula
Type
Community & Culture
Food & Drink
To truly understand a culture, you need to immerse yourself in its food. This experience gets you to the heart of Mayan life, where you'll join a local community, learn their traditional farming techniques and make mouth-watering tortillas in the Yucatán style. You'll also prepare a 'Cochinita Pibil', a deep-flavored dish of marinated pork wrapped in banana leaves, and slow roasted in a 'pib' or traditional pit oven. It's a sensory experience that ends on a delicious high.
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View AccommodationHacienda Chichen
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View AccommodationHotel Hacienda Merida
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View AccommodationHacienda Merida VIP
Hotel Hacienda Merida VIP is an intimate oasis, ensuring a relaxing stay in the center of the lively city of Merida. With just six guestrooms centered around a refreshing swimming pool, it's a great option for families preferring to stay in the city.
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