# Guatemala Cooking Classes & Cultural Immersion > Join a traditional cooking class in Guatemala and meet locals for a cultural experience. Book ready-to-go or custom itineraries with our experts. # Guatemala Cooking & Culture [Nearby](/en/nearby) Search 2 listings Want something else? Let an in-country expert [design the perfect trip in Guatemala](/en/qa/guatemala/explore-overlay)! [![Cook pepian and tortillas the traditional way](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/vwr5qckhsp9gbnbc3tmg.jpg)USD 35/classCook pepian and tortillas the traditional waySan Miguel Escobar, GuatemalaHalf Day | Cooking Class, Getting to Know LocalsDo you want a one-of-a-kind, authentic Guatemalan experience that supports local communities, guided by local Guatemalans while getting off the beaten path? Pepian, the national dish of Guatemala, is a mouth-watering chicken stew made with differe...](/en/go/cook-pepian-and-tortillas-the-traditional-way) [![Etnica](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/skdtt2zwl5bgyqvh9cf3.jpg)EtnicaMultiple Cities, GuatemalaArt, Class/Workshop, Community VisitEtnica offers personalized, culturally immersive adventures in Guatemala. Explore the vibrant markets and colorful streets of local villages, hike through the lush forests and volcanoes of the Guatemalan highlands, and try traditional Mayan cuisine.](/en/provider/etnica) Embark on a culinary journey in Guatemala with a [cooking class](/en/explore/guatemala/day-trips/cooking-class) that offers more than just a taste of the local cuisine. In San Miguel Escobar, you can [cook pepian and tortillas the traditional way](/en/go/cook-pepian-and-tortillas-the-traditional-way), immersing yourself in the flavors and techniques of the national dish, Pepian, alongside a local chef. Alternatively, visit San Juan la Laguna where a [local cooking class](/en/go/local-cooking-class-san-juan-la-laguna) awaits within a welcoming women's cooperative. Here, you'll explore the market to discover local ingredients before diving into the preparation of traditional Guatemalan dishes. Beyond the kitchen, these experiences offer a unique opportunity to [get to know the locals](/en/explore/guatemala/day-trips/getting-to-know-locals), providing a window into the heart of Guatemala's rich cultural tapestry. For those seeking a tailor-made adventure, our in-country experts are on hand to [create a custom itinerary](/en/qa/guatemala/explore-all-destinations-day-trips-cooking-class-custom-itinerary) that goes beyond the listed options and caters to your individual tastes and interests. [Day Trips2](/en/explore/guatemala/day-trips/all-activities "Day Trips in Guatemala")[Community Visit2](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/community-visit "Community Visit in Guatemala")[Cooking Class2](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/cooking-class "Cooking Class in Guatemala")[Getting to Know Locals2](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/getting-to-know-locals "Getting to Know Locals in Guatemala")[Custom Trips1](/en/explore/guatemala/custom-trips/all-activities "Custom Trips in Guatemala")[Lodging1](/en/explore/guatemala/lodging/all-activities "Lodging in Guatemala")[Multi-Day Tours1](/en/explore/guatemala/multi-day-tours/all-activities "Multi-Day Tours in Guatemala")[Art1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/art "Art in Guatemala")[Class/Workshop1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/classworkshop "Class/Workshop in Guatemala")[Coffee Farm1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/coffee-farm "Coffee Farm in Guatemala")[Community Lodge1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/community-lodge "Community Lodge in Guatemala")[Cultural Activities1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/cultural-activities "Cultural Activities in Guatemala")[Eco-tourism1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/eco-tourism "Eco-tourism in Guatemala")[Family Homestay1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/family-homestay "Family Homestay in Guatemala")[Fishing1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/fishing "Fishing in Guatemala")[Guesthouse1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/guesthouse "Guesthouse in Guatemala")[Hiking1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/hiking "Hiking in Guatemala")[Making Crafts1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/making-crafts "Making Crafts in Guatemala")[Walking tours1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/walking-tours "Walking tours in Guatemala")[Weaving1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/weaving "Weaving in Guatemala") Enable Functional cookies to load this map. --- *Markdown rendition of /en/explore/guatemala/day-trips/cooking-class (locale: en). The canonical page is the HTML version; this view regenerates periodically and may omit interactive content.*