Tortilla making workshop in Oaxaca (1)

Experience Oaxaca through its most essential and sacred food: the tortilla. This luxury private workshop at Tortillería Moneda offers a refined, hands-on journey into ancient corn traditions. You’ll prepare tortillas from scratch using heirloom maize, volcanic grinding stones, and a traditional comal—guided by local artisans dedicated to preserving Zapotec culinary heritage. You will be guided through the traditional steps of preparing tortillas by hand—from grinding nixtamalized corn on volcanic stone to cooking on a clay comal. Alongside a passionate local host, you’ll learn about the regional differences in corn, texture, and technique.

After your culinary session, relax with a gourmet tasting featuring your own creations, paired with local cheese, moles, and an optional sip of mezcal.

To complete your experience, enjoy a private cultural walk through Parque El Llano, a lush city park lined with jacarandas, fountains, and families—a favorite place for Oaxacans to gather. Your guide will offer personal insights into local life, architecture, and hidden gems, giving you a well-rounded and memorable afternoon.

Ideal for food lovers who appreciate depth, craftsmanship, and authenticity with luxury-level service.

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Highlights

  • Private tortilla workshop with hands-on instruction
  • Learn tortilla-making from heirloom maize using traditional methods
  • Taste gourmet corn-based creations with local pairings
  • Learn about Oaxacan culinary heritage and neighborhood life
  • Personalized, slow-paced experience

Included

  • Professional local tour guide
  • Private bilingual guide
  • Private hands-on tortilla workshop at Tortillería Moneda
  • Instruction in traditional techniques (nixtamalization, masa grinding, tortilla forming & cooking)
  • All materials and ingredients
  • Use of artisan kitchen tools: metate, comal, clay cookware
  • Tasting session of handmade tortillas
  • Traditional drink pairing (choice of agua de cacao, agua fresca, or mezcal)
  • Local tips and cultural insights

Excluded

  • Gratuities
  • Additional food or beverages not listed in the tasting
  • Shopping/personal purchases

Route & Duration

Duration
Duration
2 hours
  • 1

    Meet & Walk to Tortillería Moneda

    Meet your private guide at the Santo Domingo Church Main Plaza. Take a leisurely stroll through the heart of Oaxaca to Tortillería Moneda, located in a charming residential corner known for its artisan culture.

    10 minutes
    Free Admission
  • 2

    Private Tortilla-Making Workshop at Tortillería Moneda

    Step inside this boutique kitchen for a warm welcome and overview of heirloom corn varieties. Learn to prepare tortillas the ancestral way: nixtamalize, grind corn on a metate, and cook tortillas over a traditional comal. Explore the flavors of white, yellow, and blue corn, with expert instruction from your local host.

    70 minutes
    Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Tasting Experience

    Savor your handmade tortillas with a curated tasting of: fresh Oaxacan quesillo, handmade salsas, and mole-infused salts, seasonal edible flowers and organic garnishes paired with mezcal, agua fresca or agua de cacao

    25 minutes
    Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Guided Cultural Walk Through Parque El Llano

    After your tasting, enjoy a private walk through Parque El Llano, a peaceful and historic green space frequented by locals. Your guide will share insights about Oaxaca’s urban life, community culture, and everyday rituals, offering a deeper view of the city beyond its markets. Fun tip: Take advantage of this opportunity for relaxing, photos, and soaking up the local rhythm before ending the tour.

    25 minutes
    Free Admission

Additional Information

A luxury 2-hour private itinerary featuring the tortilla-making workshop at Tortillería Moneda, ending with a guided walk through Parque El Llano—a scenic, tree-lined public park just a few minutes away. This adds a relaxing cultural touchpoint to complete the experience, ideal for luxury travelers who appreciate a balance of food, culture, and lifestyle.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide in front of the main steps of the Santo Domingo Church (Templo de Santo Domingo), located on Calle Alcalá. See Map

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.