4.9 (443) · Panama City · By Cook in Fiesta Free cancellation
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Panama with this fun, boozy cooking experience featuring 10 delicious recipes!
In this engaging Panama City activity, you'll prepare delightful dishes alongside our friendly and entertaining host, Winnie.
This interactive cooking and dining experience is a wonderful way to:
+ Master Panamanian cooking techniques for dishes like Carimanõlas and Butter Cassava.
+ Enjoy the freshest, wholesome ingredients.
+ Engage in lively and spirited conversations.
Savor incredible drinks, appetizers, main courses, and desserts while enjoying great company.
Capture memorable photos of your culinary creations, your group, and new friends during the meal preparation. Share them on social media to impress your followers and gather those likes!
Many of our guests have shared that this was their most memorable dinner and activity in Panama!
We eagerly anticipate cooking and dining with you!
*Vegetarian options and non-alcoholic beverage recipes are available upon request. We can accommodate all dietary restrictions.
**None of our dishes include pork.
✓ A digital recipe booklet to recreate dishes at home.✓ Small group setting for a personalized experience.✓ A 5-Star Experience Guarantee – or your money back.✓ All ingredients, utensils, and aprons are provided – no need to bring anything.✓ Hands-on cooking experience led by a bilingual local instructor.✓ A full meal (appetizer, main course, dessert) plus unlimited drinks.Activity Schedule
4 h
Understanding a culture is best done not in restaurants, but within a genuine Panamanian home kitchen, cooking and conversing with someone who grew up with these traditional recipes.
This is precisely what you will experience here.
Join a small group to prepare traditional dishes, such as Pico de Gallo and Fish Ceviche, with step-by-step guidance in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere.
As you cook, your local host will share practical techniques and cultural insights that are often omitted from cookbooks but are crucial for successfully recreating these dishes at home. Most ingredients are readily available worldwide, making it easy for you to replicate these recipes.
Throughout the session, candid photographs will be taken, ensuring you leave with authentic memories. You will also receive our digital recipe book and a curated Panama City Food Guide to continue your exploration of local flavors.
Once everything is prepared, the group will gather to enjoy the meal they've created together. A homemade mojito will be served, toasts will be made, and the kitchen will transform into a shared table filled with conversation and laughter.
You will depart with practical skills you can actually use, genuine memories, and the confidence of our 5-star money-back guarantee for complete peace of mind.
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking.
Please note that the exact meeting point address will be provided by our booking manager shortly after your reservation is confirmed, as our starting location may vary since we have two possible locations.
Please note that the exact meeting point address will be provided by our booking manager shortly after your reservation is confirmed, as our starting location may vary since we have two possible locations.
To confirm the meeting point and time, please send a "Hi" to Vicky via Whatsapp: +507 6012-1985 or open this link: https://wa.me/50760121985
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Shared Group Cooking Class Private Cooking Class A minimum of 2 participants is required. Shared Class + Supermarket Tour Market tour + cooking class: Discover numerous Central American food items, fruits, and drinks to try while in Panama or to bring back home as gifts. Duration: 4 hours: slightly over 4 hours as the market tour takes 1 hour and the class 3 hours. Confirm your meeting point and time via WhatsApp. Be ready to share your culinary creations on social media. Bring your appetite and a spirit of adventure! Vegetarian and non-alcoholic options are available upon request. This class is a great way to meet new people. For a full refund, please cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 5362P2
Activity offered by Cook in Fiesta via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Food enthusiasts Travelers seeking cultural immersion Couples Groups of friends Learn authentic Panamanian recipes. Enjoy unlimited drinks and a full meal. Hands-on experience in a local home kitchen. Bilingual local instructor. Digital recipe book and city food guide included. 5-Star Experience Guarantee.
Population 1,540,000 (2026)
Elevation 20 m
Currency United States dollar
Official language Spanish
Driving on the right
Power plugs A, B · 110 V
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Can I request a vegetarian meal or non-alcoholic drinks? + Yes, vegetarian meals and non-alcoholic beverage recipes are available upon request. We can accommodate any food restriction request.
Do the dishes contain pork? + None of our dishes contain pork.
What is the cancellation policy? + For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I confirm the meeting point and time? + To confirm the meeting point and time, please send a "Hi" to Vicky via Whatsapp: +507 6012-1985 or open this link: https://wa.me/50760121985
What is included in the cooking class? + The class includes a digital recipe booklet, a personalized small group experience, all ingredients and utensils, a hands-on cooking session with a bilingual instructor, a full meal, and unlimited drinks.
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The grocery store is not...
Janice_G, October 2026
The grocery store is not to shop. Just to know the ingredients you'll be cooking with. So that can be skipped
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Chef Winnie cooking class
Explore58034759182, October 2026
Chef Winnie was amazing! Highly recommend this cooking class!
Response from the operator · maira7894 Chef Winnie truly is amazing at what she does! We appreciate your fantastic recommendation and are so glad you enjoyed the cooking class in Panama City. Cheers! Maira from Cook in Fiesta
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Cooking with Winnie
609mickic, September 2026
Fun and interactive class with family and others in the class.
Response from the operator · maira7894 Cooking is always better when it is fun and interactive! We are so glad you had a great time connecting with your family and the other guests while cooking up a storm with Winnie. Cheers! Maira from Cook in Fiesta
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
A great experience
Y7455JHec, September 2026
Do this with Winnie! She is the best. It was very informative and very fun. Lighthearted and chill time. You learn a bout Panamanian food and meet new people!
Response from the operator · maira7894 Winnie truly is the best at creating a chill, lighthearted atmosphere! We are thrilled that your time learning about Panamanian food was so informative, fun, and a wonderful way to meet new people. Cheers! Maira from Cook in Fiesta
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Fun, Tasty and Exceptional
iyaboc2026, September 2026
Had ALOT of fun!! Food tasted amazing, drinks were amazing. This is honestly one of the best cooking experiences you could ask for.
Response from the operator · maira7894 Earning a spot as one of your best cooking experiences ever is a huge compliment! We're thrilled that the amazing food, flowing drinks, and incredible energy made your time in Panama City so exceptional. Cheers! Maira from Cook in Fiesta
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