Available year-round by request.

The Yucatán Express is ideal for those who have a tight travel itinerary that doesn’t allow for attendance at a regular public class – or for those who would simply rather eat than cook!

This overview class, let by Chef Mario Canul, includes an overview of the culinary history of Yucatán, as well as a trip to Mérida’s ever-fascinating market. We end the experience with lunch at a typical regional restaurant, where Los Dos will help you navigate the menu and order a broad sampling of specialties authentic of Yucatecan cuisine.

CLASS DETAILS

ITINERARY

STANDARD CLASS INCLUDES
The restaurant we visit for this class is Manjar Blanco, squarely in the heart of Mérida’s historic center. Located on the charming Parque de Santa Ana. La Tradición and Los Almendros finally have some stiff competition in the “traditional Yucatecan” category. Not a large menu but with some interesting riffs: a combination plate featuring smoked meats from Temozón; Cuban tostones (which they call tortillitas) topped with pulled pork; and a queso relleno negro – Edam stuffed with chopped meat in Yucatán’s signature charred chile sauce. Chef Mario will help you order, and will explain every item on the menu. We’ll make certain that we order several dishes, including appetizers and main courses, so that you experience the full range of Yucatecan flavors.

Included in the Standard Price:

– Historical overview and market tour presented by Chef Canul
– Round trip transportation from Los Dos to restaurant
– Full afternoon meal with non-alcoholic beverages

LUXURY CLASS INCLUDES
The restaurant we visit for this class is Hacienda Teya. Located on the Cancun highway on the outskirts of the city, this restored 17th century hacienda is renowned for the Yucatán’s most authentic and expertly prepared cuisine. A trip to the hacienda for a meal is never a disappointment. Stroll the grounds and see a small garden featuring local food plants. Sample regional specialties, such as Pan de Cazón (“shark pie”); Queso Relleno (a Gouda cheese stuffed with spiced meat); and the hacienda’s memorable Papadzules (egg-stuffed tortillas bathed in a pumpkin seed sauce). Chef Mario will help you order, and will explain every item on the menu. We’ll make certain that we order several dishes, including appetizers and main courses, so that you experience the full range of Yucatecan flavors.

Included in the Luxury Price:

– Historical overview and market tour presented by Chef Canul
– Complimentary Los Dos apron
– Transportation from Los Dos to market, from market to restaurant and return to Mérida Centro
– Full afternoon meal at Hacienda Teya with two alcoholic beverages
– Complimentary tasting of one of Teya’s artisanal fruit liqueurs
– Sampler featuring real Mexican Criollo chocolate
– All taxes and tips

NOTE: All classes and visits to Los Dos must be booked at least 72 hours in advance. Booking can only be completed via e-mail; unfortunately, we cannot accommodate phone booking or drop-ins.

* Class ending times are approximate only.