About this experience
Enjoy a private and authentic Puerto Rican meal and cooking class with your host Johana. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Born and raised in Comerio, Johana is a warm and fun local who works as a Cultural Interpreter hosting events to share the history and culture of her region. Johana first learned to cook traditional Puerto Rican dishes from her mother and aunts. She believes food brings people together and cooking is her way to show love. Johana lives in a home with a view of the mountains surrounded by a fruit and vegetable garden. She is excited to share her Puerto Rican cuisine and culture with guests from around the world. During this hands-on Puerto Rican cooking class, learn to cook and enjoy a meal accompanied by two cocktails or local beer with a local food expert!
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr 30 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
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What is included
- Private hands-on Puerto Rican cooking class
- Authentic Puerto Rican meal in her beautiful home
- Two cocktails or two glasses of beer
Itinerary and highlights
Meet your host Johana, a warm and fun local and expert home cook at her home in Comerio, a 45-min drive south of San Juan. Sip on a refreshing drink and enjoy a Puerto Rican platter of snacks as your host shares stories about living in Puerto Rico. Next, join Johana in her beautifully designed kitchen to learn to cook and transform any dish with a unique Puerto Rican flair. During your private, hands-on Puerto Rican cooking class that lasts about 1.5 hours, learn to cook 3-4 dishes. You will also learn techniques involved in making sofrito, the foundation for most Caribbean dishes using only local ingredients. After cooking, sit down at the table (outdoors, weather permitting) to share the authentic Puerto Rican meal you helped prepare with Johana. Your menu might include dishes such as tapas de mariscos, paella criolla and many more. Your meal concludes with dessert and includes two cocktails or glasses of beer in the cost of your experience. Wines, other cocktails and beers are available upon request at extra cost. This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Puerto Rican cuisine and culture with a local.
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Meeting and pickup information
- Meet your host Johana at her home in Comerio, a tranquil town located 45-min south of San Juan. The above is a generic location in her neighborhood. Exact address can be found in your ticket in the "Before you go" section.
Languages and tickets
- 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
- Service animals allowed
- This experience takes place in Comerío, a town located a 45-min drive southwest of San Juan.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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