Dominican Cooking Class

Dominican cuisine is a rich fusion of Taíno, Spanish, and African influences, and a cooking class is the most delicious way to understand the culture. Classes typically begin with a visit to a local market to select fresh ingredients — learning about tropical fruits, root vegetables, and spices you may have never seen before.

Back in the kitchen, you'll prepare a full Dominican meal under the guidance of a local chef. Expect to learn classics like mangú (mashed plantains), sancocho (hearty meat and root vegetable stew), tostones (fried plantain discs), and perhaps la bandera (the Dominican flag meal of rice, beans, and meat). The experience culminates in sitting down to enjoy the meal you've prepared, paired with cold Presidente beer or fresh tropical juice.