Isa’s Authentic Mexican Cooking School is the first culinary school teaching cooking classes in the heart of down town Playa del Carmen. Isa's cooking classes are dedicated to the art of classic traditional Mexican cuisine. The school is is located in a home kitchen close to the local market where you will visit and learn about Mexican ingredients (as well as purchase some of the ingredients you will need for your class). In this class you will create a well-rounded, multi-dish lunch in a small class setting (no more than 8 students in class). Classes are hands-on and some demonstration, so be prepared to work!
Chef Isa (and/ or Chef Pavel, Isa's cooking partner and husbad) is not only a cooking class teacher, she is also a professional chef with over 10 years of cooking experience. She/ he is thrilled to share their knowledge on cooking techniques in addition to teaching you how to make authentic Mexican dishes.
Posted By : Lonnie_S
We had an awesome experience at this Mexican cooking class. Upon arrival our hostess greeted us in front of the building. Once we were all gathered we went to the third floor of the building where the class would be held. Heads up: the climb up the steps was grueling for a senior citizen such as myself. If one has any type of disability I would not recommend this activity due to the steps. We then went to a local market to purchase the supplies for the meal preparation. This was actually one of my favorite parts of the activity. Lots of locals at the market. Surely not a tourist type place. We returned to the venue and began preparing our lunch. Everyone was included in the preparation with many tasks to be undertaken. The hostess made sure no one was embarrassed if their task did not go well. My daughter is very high functioning autistic but I did not want her cooking tortillas over a hot stove. The rest of the group supported her and she ended up doing a super job with the tortillas! Finally it was time to eat. Our main dishes were chilis rellenos and tacos al pastor. Amazingly delicious! Plus we had prepared many side dishes which were outstanding. Upon our return to the US the hostess sent us recipes for the food we had prepared. Our hostess was charming and made sure everyone in the group was having a good time. I highly recommend this experience.
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Posted On : 2024-07-02 13:16:41 
Posted By : vanessabU6630AC
We really enjoyed our cooking experience. I highly recommend the course because you learn a lot of information about Mexican spices, foods and techniques.
A complete experience with a great chef!
You also eat your fill, of course!
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Posted On : 2024-04-11 16:15:23 
Posted By : loraw751
I really enjoyed the experience. They took us to the market to get the ingredients that we needed for the dish that we chose. Pavel and Isa explained how to choose the best ingredients and what flavors each would add to the dishes. Once we got back to the appartment the fun began. We each had a job to do in making each dish. We made everything from scratch. It was fun to get to know the other people in our class and by the end we felt like a family. We shared the meal that we prepared over delightful conversation. It was the most delicious food
I highly recommend this experience.
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Posted On : 2024-03-05 09:48:58
Posted By : Alan Ross T
The cooking class with Chef Isa and Chef Pavel in Playa Del Carmen was a gastronomic delight. The tacos al pastor were a symphony of flavors, with perfectly marinated meat complemented by a medley of spices and a hint of citrus. The guacamole was a creamy masterpiece, blending ripe avocados with zesty lime and just the right amount of cilantro. Salsa, vibrant and fresh, added a kick to every bite.
The mole, a complex fusion of rich, velvety chocolate undertones and a subtle heat, showcased the chefs' mastery of intricate flavors. Pollo tinga, tender and smoky, highlighted the perfect balance of spices. The homemade corn tortillas were a revelation, offering a warm, pillowy canvas for our culinary creations.
Every dish unfolded like a culinary story, and the chefs' expertise and personal touch elevated the experience. It was an unforgettable journey through Mexican cuisine, leaving my taste buds dancing and my appreciation for the art of cooking greatly enriched. A resounding 5-star culinary adventure!
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Posted On : 2024-03-05 09:40:40
Posted By : Flyer826843
Loved this class !! I learned so much from this family. Wish I could have taken this class every day of our trip. Food was amazing so excited to share these recipes when I get home.
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Posted On : 2024-03-05 09:38:26
Posted By : Bret_G
We had a blast with Chef Isa and crew! They took us to a local market and explained some of the ingredients that we would be using. The Mole Poblano and Chicken Pibil were amazing and she even gave us the recipe we used, which was her mother's recipe.
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Posted On : 2024-02-14 16:05:39
Posted By : Lisa_F
Chef Isla was welcoming and so knowledgeable about the ingredients. She taught us how to use all the parts of each ingredient and understand the love Mayans have for cooking. It was an educational and fun experience shopping at the local market and then cooking with her and others like family.
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Posted On : 2023-12-31 16:21:25
Posted By : Peter_G
This was a great culinary experience. Wonderful hosts who carefully explained every part of the meal from buying fresh food at a local market to preparing the sauces and main meal. We enjoyed helping with several traditional Mexican dishes and then eating everything afterwards. This was a great afternoon that I would highly recommend.
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Posted On : 2023-11-26 14:07:12
Posted By : Rick5508
The class was wonderful. We went to the market with the class instructor to see how he picked out ingredients. In the class we made cactus salad and two types of guacamole. Main course was chicken enchiladas with mole sauce. Every step was hands on. Both instructors were very friendly. We totally enjoyed it! Recommended for everyone
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Posted On : 2023-09-26 15:41:48
Posted By : mariannewH9911NZ
Nobody showed up at the meetingpoint. When I called them, they said there is no spot left, but nobody informed me.
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Posted On : 2023-03-28 18:25:40
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