Quito Cooking Class: A Private Ecuadorian Culinary Experience

Looking for a unique food experience in Quito? Join a hands-on Quito cooking class and discover the flavors of Ecuador while preparing traditional dishes with a local host in her home.

Learn how to make Ecuadorian shrimp ceviche and green plantain empanadas with cheese, using fresh ingredients and traditional cooking techniques. As you cook, you will you will receive guidance throughout the experience. Afterwards, you can sit down and enjoy the delicious meal you have prepared yourself.

However, this is more than just a cooking lesson. It is a chance to connect with Ecuadorian food, culture, and local traditions in a relaxed and welcoming home environment.

What Will You Cook in Your Quito Cooking Class?

During your Quito cooking class, you will prepare two delicious Ecuadorian specialties:

Ecuadorian Shrimp Ceviche

Learn how Ecuadorians prepare one of the country’s most popular seafood dishes. In addition, you will work with fresh ingredients and discover how the different flavors come together to create a refreshing Ecuadorian-style shrimp ceviche.

Green Plantain Empanadas with Cheese

Then, prepare delicious empanadas made with green plantain and filled with cheese. You will learn how to work with green plantain and prepare this traditional Ecuadorian favorite from scratch.

A Hands-On Quito Cooking Experience

This is an interactive cooking class where you don’t just watch—you participate. Additionally, you will prepare the ingredients, learn the cooking techniques, follow the recipes with guidance from your host, and enjoy the dishes you create.

Along the way, you can ask questions, learn about Ecuadorian ingredients, and discover how food is connected to everyday life and culture in Ecuador.

Meet Your Local Host, Maria

Your cooking class is hosted by Maria in her welcoming home near Quito. With years of experience sharing Ecuadorian culture and cuisine with visitors, Maria enjoys introducing travelers to traditional Ecuadorian food and the everyday ingredients used in local cooking.

During your visit, Maria will also introduce you to her garden, where she grows local and medicinal plants. It is a simple but meaningful way to discover Ecuadorian traditions beyond the kitchen.

The relaxed home setting makes the experience personal and friendly. Moreover, instead of simply tasting Ecuadorian food, you will learn how it is prepared and gain recipes and cooking ideas that you can recreate at home.

What Makes Our Quito Cooking Class Special?

Authentic Ecuadorian Food

Prepare traditional Ecuadorian dishes using fresh ingredients and learn about the flavors behind the recipes.

Hands-On Cooking

You will actively participate in preparing your food rather than simply watching a demonstration. Afterward, you will sit down and enjoy the dishes you have prepared while having time to chat about Ecuadorian culture, traditions, and daily life.

Local Home Experience

Enjoy your cooking class in a welcoming Ecuadorian home and experience food from a local perspective.

Private Experience

At the same time, the class is designed as a personalized experience, giving you time to cook, ask questions, and enjoy the experience at your own pace.

Flexible Menu

At the same time, ingredients and dishes can be adapted to accommodate dietary requirements and personal preferences.

English-Speaking Host

Enjoy the class in English and learn about Ecuadorian food and culture through conversation.

Quito Cooking Class Details

Price: US$45 per person

Duration: 2 hours

Availability: Any day, at a time that works for you

Experience: Private, hands-on cooking class

Language: English

Location: Local home near Quito, offering a relaxed home setting away from the typical tourist experience.

What’s Included?

• Ingredients for two Ecuadorian dishes
• Two-hour hands-on cooking session
• Learn to prepare  Ecuadorian shrimp ceviche
• Learn to prepare green plantain empanadas with cheese
• Meal featuring the dishes you prepare
• One drink of your choice
• Conversation about Ecuadorian food and culture
• Visit to Maria’s garden

What’s Not Included?

• Additional drinks
• Tips
• Private transportation to and from your accommodation

Also, you can book private transportation from Quito and back for an additional fee.

Dietary Requirements & Menu Adaptations

We understand that every traveler has different dietary needs and preferences.

For this reason, the ingredients and menu can be adapted upon request, including options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary requirements.

Please let us know your requirements when making your reservation so we can discuss the best options for your cooking class.

Ready to Experience Ecuadorian Cuisine?

Book your private Quito cooking class and discover Ecuador through its food.