Meet
Margarita
Margarita was born and raised in Mexico City, where her lifelong passion for food was sparked in her grandmother’s kitchen. Inspired by her grandmother’s mastery of traditional Mexican cooking, she began taking formal cooking classes at the age of 15. Her love for the culinary arts grew into a successful 15-year career as a food stylist, with her beautifully crafted dishes and recipes featured in several magazines.
Seven years ago, Margarita transformed her passion into a business, launching a cookie company that now offers over 60 unique varieties to a loyal local clientele. She is also the co-author of a Mexican cookbook and is deeply committed to preserving and sharing her country’s rich culinary heritage.
For Margarita, food is one of the most powerful ways to understand a culture. As she puts it, “If you want to understand Mexico as a country, you have to taste its flavors. I want to share the richness of Mexico and its incredible food culture with others.”
What to expect
Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.
In-home meal:
(2-10 guests)
Meet Margarita at her home on a quiet, residential street in Mexico City’s charming Tlacopac San Ángel neighborhood. Weather permitting, your experience will begin in her lovely garden, where you’ll be welcomed with a refreshing drink and appetizers as Margarita shares stories about her life and culinary journey. Her husband Gonzalo, an economist, may join you for evening or weekend experiences when he’s not working, adding to the warm and personal atmosphere.
You’ll then move to their family dining table to enjoy a traditional, home-cooked three-course Mexican meal. Start with a comforting soup such as creamy corn soup or classic tortilla soup, followed by a flavorful main dish like chiles rellenos or chicken stuffed with cheese and served with a zesty salsa verde, accompanied by traditional Mexican rice. End your meal on a sweet note with a homemade dessert like rich chocolate mousse with vanilla crème or crepes drizzled with Mexican dulce de leche, paired with coffee or tea.
Cooking experience:
(2-10 guests)
Start your Mexico City cooking class in Margarita’s stunning and spacious home, where you’ll be welcomed with traditional Mexican appetizers like sopes served with fresh guacamole. This hands-on Mexico City cooking experience lasts about two hours and offers an immersive introduction to authentic Mexican cuisine.
You’ll begin by learning how to make tortillas from scratch - a staple of Mexican cooking - which you might transform into delicious quesadillas filled with huitlacoche or flor de calabaza (squash blossoms). Enjoy your freshly made creations as you move on to prepare a comforting soup, such as creamy chorizo-bean soup or classic tortilla soup.
Next, dive into a flavorful main dish like chiles rellenos or pork tenderloin in tamarind sauce. You’ll also learn to make Mexican rice from scratch, toasting the grains and cooking them with a medley of aromatic vegetables, a skill that’s essential to many traditional meals.
Once everything is ready, sit down with Margarita to enjoy your home-cooked feast, either at her dining table or, during warmer months, outside in her charming garden. You’ll finish your experience with a sweet treat like traditional rice pudding or spicy chocolate mousse, served with coffee or tea.
Perfect for travelers looking for things to do in Mexico City - this is a rich cultural and culinary experience you won’t forget.
Market visit:
(2-10 guests)
Meet Margarita at her home, then take a short five-minute drive together to her neighborhood’s local covered market in San Ángel. This is a traditional Mexican market where locals shop daily for fresh ingredients. During your visit, Margarita will introduce you to a variety of fruits, vegetables, and herbs commonly used in Mexican cooking. You’ll see fresh tortillas being made, meet her favorite market stall owners, and help select the ingredients you’ll use later in your Mexico City cooking class. The market tour lasts about an hour, after which you’ll return to Margarita’s home to begin your hands-on cooking class.
Notes:
1. Margarita is typically available for experiences Monday through Friday. If weekends are your only option, feel free to inquire as she may be able to accommodate you.
2. Your host can accommodate dietary restrictions including vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free. Please let her know your dietary preferences or restrictions when making your booking.
Languages spoken:
English, Spanish
Sample menu
Traveler reviews
Great cooking class with Margarita! We cooked 3 different dishes and they were all so good!
The dishes were simple to make so definitely can make them at home as well.
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ariadna
March 06, 2026
My sister and I had a great time cooking with Margarita! She was kind, knowledgeable, and
organized! The food we made was delicious and made from simple ingredients that we can
find at home!
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sean
February 24, 2026
My sister and I had a great time cooking with Margarita! She was kind, knowledgeable, and
organized! The food we made was delicious and made from simple ingredients that we can
find at home!
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sean
February 24, 2026
Our cooking and market experience with Margrita was exquisite. She walked us through the market and shared details about the local culture, and then walked us through all the elements that made it to our menu. At home, she had carefully prepared everything and introduced the entire process step by step. I have learned so much about local food and cooking styles. The food was simple but fabulous - designed in a way so we can also make it at home. We had an amazing night geeking out about food and culture while having a great meal. Thank you for everything!
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katalin
February 21, 2026
We had an amazing morning with Margarita! She was so knowledgeable and lovely, and all
the food we made was amazing 💖 It felt like such an authentic experience! Would
recommend to anyone :)
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teresa
February 15, 2026
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