Explore traditional ingredients and techniques from the YucatГЎn region of Mexico.
This hands-on cooking class immerses you in the vibrant traditions of Mexican cuisine. Featuring signature dishes from the Yucatán, you’ll learn new skills while experiencing a taste of the region.
Guided by Chef Perez, begin with a tangy sopa de lima. Then, grill red snapper marinated in peppery achiote and brightened with fresh mango salsa. Char sweet potatoes for a smoky side dish drizzled with jalapeГ±o crema, and for dessert, enjoy honeyed churro bites paired with caramelized pineapple. Learn to zest up your cooking today!
Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.
With chicken breast or thighs, lime, chicken stock, corn tortillas, onion and garlic
Achiote-Marinated Grilled Snapper With Mango Salsa
With snapper fillets, achiote paste, mango, lime and cilantro
Charred Sweet Potatoes With Creamy JalapeГ±o Crema
With sweet potatoes, jalapeГ±os, Greek yogurt or Mexican crema, olive oil and lime juice
Honeyed Churro Bites With Caramelized Pineapple
With all-purpose flour, cinnamon-sugar, pineapple, honey and butter
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
Chef Perez brings a thoughtful, personal touch to every meal he creates. With experience cooking for high-profile clients, from a UFC fighter to guests at luxury SPA resorts, he understands how to balance fine dining techniques with health-conscious cuisine. Chef Perez's skills reflect his passion for making every dish both meaningful and memorable. For Chef Perez, cooking is more than just food - it’s about creating experiences that bring people together.
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.This experience is not refundable as it includes a meal kit.
Chef Perez will travel to guests within San Diego for this experience.
Explore traditional ingredients and techniques from the YucatГЎn region of Mexico.
This hands-on cooking class immerses you in the vibrant traditions of Mexican cuisine. Featuring signature dishes from the Yucatán, you’ll learn new skills while experiencing a taste of the region.
Guided by Chef Perez, begin with a tangy sopa de lima. Then, grill red snapper marinated in peppery achiote and brightened with fresh mango salsa. Char sweet potatoes for a smoky side dish drizzled with jalapeГ±o crema, and for dessert, enjoy honeyed churro bites paired with caramelized pineapple. Learn to zest up your cooking today!
Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.
With chicken breast or thighs, lime, chicken stock, corn tortillas, onion and garlic
Achiote-Marinated Grilled Snapper With Mango Salsa
With snapper fillets, achiote paste, mango, lime and cilantro
Charred Sweet Potatoes With Creamy JalapeГ±o Crema
With sweet potatoes, jalapeГ±os, Greek yogurt or Mexican crema, olive oil and lime juice
Honeyed Churro Bites With Caramelized Pineapple
With all-purpose flour, cinnamon-sugar, pineapple, honey and butter
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
Reviews guests left for other experiences with Chef Perez
Ashley
28 Feb 2025
Chef Perez is wonderful! We would him book again! Very down to earth! His attitude was great! Outstanding attention to detail and excellent food/customer service! Lastly our food was delicious we are stuffed!
Natalie Gallo
25 Feb 2025
Had a nice time making a fresh pasta dish with Chef Perez. The food turned out very good and had some leftovers as well.
