About this experience
Experience an authentic Argentine cooking class in a warm local home in Buenos Aires with Mariela. Enjoy a hands-on 1-hour class where you learn to prepare a traditional appetizer, main dish, and a classic Argentine drink like fernet. Mariela’s welcoming style, easy-to-follow guidance, and passion for home-style flavors make this experience perfect for travelers seeking a true taste of Buenos Aires.
Choose the optional market tour to shop like a local as you visit her favorite bakery, delicatessen, butcher, and greengrocer before returning to her home to cook with the fresh ingredients you’ve selected together.
Perfect for travelers who want an authentic, hands-on taste of Buenos Aires beyond the typical tourist experiences.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
What is included
- Local alcohol (1-2 glasses)
- Optional: Local market tour
- Private Argentine Cooking Class & Meal with Mariela
Itinerary and highlights
Join Mariela for a hands-on Buenos Aires cooking class in her welcoming Palermo home, one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Learn the secrets of authentic Argentine cuisine as you cook an appetizer, main dish, and a classic local drink such as fernet. Mariela shares her passion for traditional flavors and home-style techniques while guiding you through each step. Because her kitchen is small, some demonstrations may take place in the dining area. This one-hour cooking class offers a fun and flavorful introduction to Argentine culture, perfect for travelers who want to experience the real taste of Buenos Aires.
If you opt for the optional market tour, visit a selection of Mariela's favorite local shops. Start with her local bakery, followed by a delicatessen to pick up some of her favorite cheeses. Then, take the bus together to a butcher and a greengrocer to select fresh meat and vegetables for your meal. Once all the ingredients are gathered, return to Mariela’s home for your hands-on cooking class and to enjoy the delicious meal you helped prepare.
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Meeting and pickup information
- Please meet your host Mariela at her home in the Palermo neighborhood of Buenos Aires. Exact address can be found in the "Before you go" section of your ticket upon booking confirmation.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Traveling Spoon
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Menu may vary depending on the season
- If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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