Ingredients, your meal and local beer or wine are included; the experience ends at the home, and dietary requests should be made when booking. 4.95 from 247 reviews at €126 per person for 3h 30m.
In our comparison: #2 of 11 in Cooking Classes & Workshops, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Market + cooking + dinnerThe page price | €126 for 2+ people | |
| Market + cooking + lunch | €126 for 2+ people |
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 9 October 2026.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 244 of 247
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Join Chef Manu at Mercado Cinco de Diciembre, a vibrant local market beloved by Puerto Vallarta residents. As you explore the market together, you'll discover the sights, sounds, and flavors of everyday Mexican life while learning how locals shop for the freshest ingredients. Visit colorful fruit and vegetable stalls, a traditional tortillería, butcher shop, and seafood market. Along the way, Manu will share tips for selecting quality ingredients and explain how these fresh local products are used in authentic Mexican cuisine. Together you'll choose the ingredients that you'll later use during your hands-on cooking class.
1hAfter the market visit, drive together to Manu's welcoming home and cooking studio for a hands-on culinary experience. An internationally trained chef who returned to Puerto Vallarta to celebrate the flavors of his hometown, Manu combines traditional Mexican recipes with techniques learned throughout his culinary career. Working side-by-side with Manu, you'll prepare a three-course Mexican meal using the ingredients you selected at the market. Depending on the season and your preferences, dishes may include fresh catch-of-the-day ceviche, panela enchiladas topped with traditional garnishes, and shrimp, octopus, or mushrooms al ajillo. As you cook, learn authentic techniques, ingredient selection tips, and the stories behind the dishes. Once the meal is complete, sit down together to enjoy the food you've prepared, accompanied by a local beer or wine. Menus can be customized for vegetarian guests and most dietary restrictions with advance notice.
2h 30mLearn to cook with a local chef in Puerto Vallarta during this private culinary experience! Your host for the day is Manu, a professionally trained chef who loves to create innovative, modern fusions of classic Mexican dishes. Manu will take you to the local market and show you his favorite vendors. After doing a bit of shopping you'll return to his home and cook a meal together. Manu will teach you to prepare traditional Mexican dishes with a modern twist, dishes you can replicate in your own kitchen at home. Enjoy the meal together in Manu's home, a small but typical home in central Puerto Vallarta.
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #2 of 11 | €126 | 3h 30m | 4.95 (247) | private |
| Finca 18 Puerto Vallarta Tequila Tour + Chocolate Pairing | €75 | 2h | 4.98 (452) | shared |
| PRIVATE Cooking Class in Puerto Vallarta in Chef Manu's Home | €108 | 2h | 4.97 (94) | private |
| Sierra Vallejo Birdwatching & Chocolate Experience | €114 | 6h | 5.0 (32) | shared |
Ranked #2 of 11 in Cooking Classes & Workshops by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €35 to €126, median €82; typical length 3h. 3 of 11 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 11 Cooking Classes & Workshops