5.0 (463) · Cusco · By Taste Peruvian Cooking Studio Free cancellation
Embark on a fascinating journey through Cusco’s San Pedro Market. Discover local and ancient ingredients, learn their stories, and understand their influence on today’s world-famous Peruvian cuisine.
Afterward, join us in our cozy cooking studio, located within a colonial-era house just two blocks from the market. Here, you will prepare modern Peruvian dishes under the guidance of a professional chef.
What makes this experience truly special is its intimate format. Unlike crowded cooking classes, we work with small groups to provide a personalized and interactive experience. You will enjoy direct access to your chef, hands-on participation, and a deeper understanding of Peru’s culinary traditions.
Combining a market immersion, a historic venue, and expert instruction, this experience offers an authentic and memorable perspective on Peruvian culture.
✓ All ingredients and equipment provided✓ Soft Beverages✓ A three-hour, hands-on cooking class in a private Cooking Studio✓ An advanced, English-speaking professional chef and guide✓ Cocktail of the class is included✓ A fully immersive, one-hour tour of the local San Pedro Market✕ Gratuities✕ Hotel pickup and drop-off✕ Extra Alcoholic Beverages (available to purchase)Activity Schedule
4 h
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable culinary adventure that begins at Cusco’s vibrant San Pedro Market. Explore colorful stalls with your chef-guide, discovering exotic fruits, native ingredients, and the flavors that define Peruvian cuisine. Learn about local products, traditional cooking methods, and the cultural significance of Peru’s world-renowned gastronomy.
Unlike large group tours, we intentionally keep our classes small to ensure a personalized, hands-on experience with plenty of interaction and individual attention. This intimate setting allows you to connect directly with your chef, ask questions freely, and enjoy a more authentic experience.
Then, head to our charming colonial-style cooking studio for a hands-on masterclass. Prepare an elegant three-course Peruvian meal and discover modern Andean cooking techniques.
Perfect for food lovers seeking an authentic experience beyond the typical tourist activity, this class combines culture, local flavors, and professional instruction. Enjoy the dishes you create, take home authentic recipes, and leave with new skills, unforgettable memories, and a deeper appreciation for Peru’s extraordinary culinary heritage.
TASTE Peruvian Cooking Studio
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking
Meet point in San Pedro Market entrance door no.1
Meet point in San Pedro Market entrance door no.1
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Service animals allowed Public transportation options are available nearby Minimum drinking age is 18 years Children must be accompanied by an adult Be able to walk within the market and to the studio (5 minute walk) Hands on Lunch Experience Be immersed into a fascinating trip to the San Pedro Market, where you'll be introduced to a vast variety of local and ancient products, then we will head to our professional cooking studio for class. Hands on Dinner Class Cooking Class Wear comfortable shoes for walking in the market and to the studio. Bring your appetite and a willingness to learn! The minimum drinking age is 18 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Service animals are permitted. Public transportation is available nearby. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 67834P1
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WizardTrip Help Center Food enthusiasts Travelers interested in local culture Couples Small groups Explore the vibrant San Pedro Market with your chef-guide. Learn about local ingredients and their cultural significance. Prepare a delicious three-course Peruvian meal. Enjoy an intimate and personalized cooking class experience. Discover modern Andean cooking techniques. Perfect for food lovers seeking an authentic cultural immersion.
Population 428,450 (2017)
Elevation 3,399 m
Currency Nuevo sol
Official languages Spanish, Aymara, Quechua
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What is the duration of the cooking class? + The total duration of the experience is 4 hours, including the market tour and the cooking class.
What is included in the cooking class? + The class includes all ingredients and equipment, soft beverages, a three-hour hands-on cooking session, an English-speaking chef and guide, the cocktail of the class, and a one-hour market tour.
What is the cancellation policy? + For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Is hotel pickup included? + Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You will meet at the San Pedro Market entrance door no.1.
Are alcoholic beverages included? + Only the cocktail of the class is included. Extra alcoholic beverages are available for purchase.
Is this activity suitable for children? + Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The minimum drinking age is 18 years.
Reviews provided by Viator, written by travellers on Viator and Tripadvisor.
★★★★★ Viator review
An unforgettable Peruvian cooking experience in Cusco
Marlee_F, October 2026
There were eight of us in the class—four from our group and four other travelers. Chris met us right on time and took us through the bustling San Pedro Market, introducing us to the many Peruvian fruits, spices, grains, breads, and cheeses used in local dishes. It was a wonderful way to begin, and we loved learning about ingredients we had never seen before.
We then returned to Chris’s studio with our purchases and took part in preparing every course. We started with a passion fruit pisco sour, then sliced the white fish and worked together to make the marinade for the ceviche. We did the same for the main course and dessert, with Chris guiding us throughout.
Chris was funny, knowledgeable, and clearly an accomplished chef. His setting is lovely: one room for preparing ingredients and cooking over an open flame, and another beautifully decorated room for enjoying the meal. His “kitchen fairy” assistant took care of all the dishes, so we could simply relax and enjoy the experience.
We left with full stomachs, new cooking skills, and wonderful memories. An incredible meal shared with great company—highly recommended!
★★★★★ Viator review
We booked the tour 12...
Quinty_P, October 2026
We booked the tour 12 hours in advance, the night before. Chris accepted our booking and we were the only participants.
He gave a great San Pedro market tour and the Pisco+cooking workshop was very nice! It was so much fun and we learned a lot.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Superb activity!!
bruceg71, September 2026
A fabulous way to spend time in Cusco!!
Chris was a superb host. His kitchen studio is fabulous, the instruction was great and the food was delicious. Highly recommend!!
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Amazing
RodolpheL111, September 2026
A wonderful experience. Chris met us at the market and he took us through it explaining all the different fruits, veggies, and other produce. Once he picked out some items for our dinner, we went to the cooking studio. There, we made drinks, an appetizer, a main course, and a dessert to close out the evening. The food was fun to make and was absolutely delicious! Thank you Chris for a great time!
★★★★★ Viator review
Wonderful Peruvian Cooking
Ngaire_W, September 2026
We had a little tour round the food market including trying chilli salted chocolate, which was very interesting. Then we went to the cooking class, made Pisco sour and a three course typical Peruvian meal, which was delicious with an engaging and entertaining chef. This was a wonderful experience.
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