Your Travel Experience with Bamba
Make your own way to the meeting point. meet with your fellow companions and guide, from there start your culinary journey to a local market.
Market Immersion Begin your adventure at a bustling Oaxacan market, guided by local food aficionados. Wander through stalls bursting with vibrant dried chiles, fragrant herbs, and delicate masa, all while meeting vendors who share the stories and secrets behind each ingredient essential to authentic Oaxacan cuisine. You'll handpick the freshest components for today’s culinary creations.
Scenic Walk to the Hilltop Kitchen Leave the city’s chatter behind as you follow a tranquil path up to a serene open-air kitchen. Soak in panoramic views and the fresh countryside air—nature’s perfect inspiration for cooking.
Hands-On Cooking Class: Mole, Tamales & Salsas Under the expert guidance of a local chef, immerse yourself in crafting three quintessential Oaxacan dishes: Mole – Layer earthy dried chiles, nuts, spices, and chocolate into Oaxaca’s most iconic sauce, learning techniques honed over centuries.
-
Tamales – Master filling, folding, and steaming these tender masa parcels, using either banana leaves or corn husks.
-
Red & Green Salsas – Create vibrant, spicy salsas the traditional way—with a mortar, pestle, and ancestral wisdom.
- Vegetarian and vegan adaptations are welcomed.
Feast & Celebrate Gather with your group around the communal table to savor the dishes you’ve crafted. Toast your efforts with a refreshing local drink and share stories as you taste the layers of flavor and culture in every bite.
After finishing your meal and sharing laughter and stories, take in a final look at the sweeping Oaxacan views. When everyone is ready, your host will lead the group on a gentle walk back down the hill. As you return to the city, your senses will still be buzzing with new flavors and memories of the day. The experience concludes at the original meeting point, where heartfelt goodbyes are exchanged and you part with recipes, stories, and a deeper connection to Oaxaca’s culinary heritage. Thank you for joining us—may your adventures in Oaxacan cuisine continue long after you’ve left our kitchen!