
Private Cooking Class with a Native Chef & Local Market Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Cooking Class with a Native Chef & Local Market Tour worth booking?
Private Cooking Class with a Native Chef & Local Market Tour is a 4-hour experience in Lima, Peru, from $95 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (7)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $95 per person
Start your adventure with a visit to one of Lima’s most traditional local markets. Walk through colorful stalls, discover exotic fruits, and learn about the unique ingredients that make Peruvian cuisine world-famous. You
What you get
About this experience
Start your adventure with a visit to one of Lima’s most traditional local markets. Walk through colorful stalls, discover exotic fruits, and learn about the unique ingredients that make Peruvian cuisine world-famous. Your chef will guide you in selecting everything needed for your cooking session — while sharing secret tips and local culinary wisdom. Then, head to our private kitchen for a hands-on cooking experience. Enjoy a fruit tasting and a mini “salsa festival” before learning to prepare classics like Ceviche and Causa Limeña as starters, followed by a choice of Lomo Saltado or Ají de Gallina for the main dish. With vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available, this experience is perfect for everyone. Come hungry, leave happy — and take home the skills to recreate Peru’s flavors anywhere in the world!
What's included
Included
- Carbonated beverages
- Snacks
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What you'll see and do
Mercado N 2 de Surquillo
Get to shop along with our chef all what we need for our cooking session.
30 minutes here
Miraflores
Cooking area. Get to prepare your own Peruvian food!
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Peruvian Worldview Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Private Cooking Class with a Native Chef & Local Market Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Awesome cooking class
Awesome cooking class! Chef David and Pamela were the perfect hosts. Loved our trip to the market. It was easy to follow Chef David thru the prep and cooking of the dishes. The potato and fruit samplers showed us the diversity of food of Peru. I can't wait to make the causa rellena and lomo saltado. The pick up and drop off to the class was great too. I would do this class again.
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic culinary experience.
Must do cooking class with David. It was fun and educational. We first were picked up at our hotel and taken to the local market where we met chef David and guide Pamela. We picked up the ingredients to make our dishes then headed back to the chef's kitchen. We were educated on Peruvian cuisine and the various ingredients important to Peruvian culture. Learned that there are over 3000+ varieties of potatoes. Chef prepared about 8 varieties simply prepared for us the sample each. Loved also the sampling of different fruits. We then prepared Causa and Lomo Saltado. They were easy to make as well as delicious. Overall we had a great time and highly recommended this cooking class.
via Viator
AMAZING!
OMG. Best cooking class ever! Chef Favid is awesome. From the minute we started out tour st the market he explained all the food we were buying. We then drove to his cooking studio and proceeded to learn, cook and laugh. The food was amazing. Would highly recommend. Do glad we didn’t miss this.
via Tripadvisor
You MUST do this! Ask for David and Pamela!
This is a fabulous experience. Chef David makes the extraordinary look easy and taste wonderful. We got to shop for ingredients and had a bountiful array of authentic food and drink! Thank you Pamela (our wonderful guide) for taking great care of us!
via Viator
Unique experience the super delicious food the very chevere music I highly recommend going the truth the attention is very good
I recommend going to friends because the place is super chevere and we have a great time and we take many photos all great.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Peruvian Worldview Tours, who run 9 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 69.5 and 2 in the 90+ Club.
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Private Cooking Class with a Native Chef & Local Market Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lima.
How much does Private Cooking Class with a Native Chef & Local Market Tour cost?
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Prices start at $95 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Lima usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Cooking Class with a Native Chef & Local Market Tour take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Lima is not rushed.
Is Private Cooking Class with a Native Chef & Local Market Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Lima, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Cooking Class with a Native Chef & Local Market Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Cooking Class with a Native Chef & Local Market Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Cooking Class with a Native Chef & Local Market Tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Lima can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Lima and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Cooking Class with a Native Chef & Local Market Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Lima within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Lima?
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On Outty we rank every Lima experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Premium Paracas & Huacachina Day Trip from Lima with Sunset Toast, Paracas and Huacachina Exclusive Sunset Picnic Tour, Paracas & Huacachina Premium Experience from Lima. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Lima?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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