Cuscun is a cooking school and tour operator dedicated to authentic experiences in Antigua Guatemala and Jocotenango.
We offer opportunities to learn about Guatemalan food, culture, traditions, and daily life.
Our offerings include customized cooking classes, evening street food tours, and off-the-beaten-path tours around Antigua.
With us, you will discover the genuine and traditional flavors of Guatemala.
We are locals who support local communities and are passionate about what we do.
Our goal is to share our enthusiasm with our guests and make them feel like part of our Guatemalan family.
✓ Private transportation✓ Bottled water✓ Alcoholic Beverages✓ Snacks✓ Lunch✓ Restroom on boardItinerary
At Cuscun, we offer more than just cooking; we provide authentic experiences.
This is the ideal destination for those seeking to savor the true and traditional tastes of Guatemala.
During our cooking class, you will gain insights into Guatemalan cuisine and cooking methods, alongside cultural understanding and a glimpse into daily life in the village of Jocotenango.
Join our chef Carolina and sous chef Iris to prepare a classic Guatemalan meal.
You can choose from a selection of well-known Guatemalan dishes, including Pepián, Jocón, Kak'ik, Subanik, Tamales, Chiles Rellenos, and traditional Guatemalan desserts.
All dishes can be prepared with vegetarian options.
After cooking, we will enjoy your creations either on our rooftop terrace, offering stunning views of the Agua volcano, or in a charming colonial indoor dining room.
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking
You can reach our school in Jocotenango via tuk-tuk for 20 quetzales. Simply instruct the driver to take you to the "Puma gas station in Jocotenango," and we will be there to meet you outside!
You can reach our school in Jocotenango via tuk-tuk for 20 quetzales. Simply instruct the driver to take you to the "Puma gas station in Jocotenango," and we will be there to meet you outside!
All of our tours begin and end with an authentic experience by traveling in a pickup truck or a chicken bus.
We are happy to arrange a pick up at your hotel, hostel or family accommodation in downtown Antigua.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Public transportation options are available nearby Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class in Antigua Pickup included Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Bring your appetite! Be ready to learn and have fun. Ask your guide any questions you may have. Consider bringing a camera to capture the experience. Tipping your guide is appreciated but not mandatory. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 125689P2
Activity offered by Cuscun Guatemalan Food via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Food enthusiasts Travelers interested in local culture Couples Families Learn authentic Guatemalan recipes Taste traditional dishes Experience local culture and daily life Enjoy stunning volcano views Hands-on cooking experience with local chefs Support local communities
Population 59,091 (2021)
Elevation 1,582 m
Currency quetzal
Official language Spanish
Driving on the right
Power plugs A, B · 120 V
Emergency number 123
Capital city Guatemala City Average temperatures 19° Jan 21° Feb 22° Mar 23° Apr 23° May 22° Jun 21° Jul 21° Aug 21° Sept 20° Oct 19° Nov 19° Dec Sources: Wikidata; climate: NASA POWER, 2001-2025 averages.
What dishes will I learn to cook? + You will have the option to choose from different well-known Guatemalan dishes, such as Pepián, Jocón, Kak'ik, Subanik, Tamales, Chiles Rellenos and typical Guatemalan desserts. All the dishes can also be vegetarian.
Where does the cooking class take place? + The cooking class takes place in Jocotenango, a village near Antigua. You can reach our school by tuk-tuk.
What is the duration of the cooking class? + The cooking class lasts approximately 3 to 4 hours.
Can the dishes be made vegetarian? + Yes, all the dishes can also be prepared with vegetarian options.
What is included in the cooking class? + The class includes private transportation, bottled water, alcoholic beverages, snacks, lunch, and restroom facilities on board.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Guatemalan cuisine
KassandraC1991, October 2026
Chef Dorian was an amazing host. I learned so much about the history of where the maya ingredients come from. Cooking along with him was fairly easy and the flavors were to die for.
By far one of the best things I’ve done in Antigua.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Great energy, Great food!!
K3173AHdanielled, October 2026
Dario and everyone was amazing!! Great energy lots of fun and of course great food!! Great experience and great travel accommodations.
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Cuscun Class 26’ - Sean, Ekim, Lyz
D4277BSseano, October 2026
We had such an amazing experience at Cuscun! The cooking class was incredibly informative, fun, and interactive. We learned so much about the different Guatemalan dishes, the ingredients and traditions behind them, and got to make everything ourselves before enjoying and tasting all the delicious food at the end. It was such a great way to immerse ourselves in Guatemalan culture through food!
Heidi, Norma, Esteban, and Kevin were the most wonderful hosts and made the entire experience so welcoming, engaging, and memorable. You can really feel the passion and care they put into sharing their knowledge with everyone.
We would highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Guatemala, and we would absolutely love to come back again! 🇬🇹❤️
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Oct cooking class
557bryannam, October 2026
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Amazing cooking class experience in Antigua! This was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. The atmosphere was welcoming, the instructors were friendly, patient, and knowledgeable, and we had so much fun learning how to prepare authentic Guatemalan dishes. Everything was fresh and absolutely delicious! It was more than just a cooking class—it was a wonderful cultural experience. I highly recommend this activity to anyone visiting Antigua. Definitely worth it!
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danitab661, October 2026
Darrio (spelling may be incorrect) was absolutely amazing. Fun, funny, informative and overall knows what he’s doing. I love how interactive the class was and how open he was to women from the south who at times wanted a lil more flava lol. The company including the assistant was on point with every detail including picking you up so that everything was seamless. Food was tasty and I can’t wait to experience this again with my friends. I even met two more new friends from Florida. Love love love.
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