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A Cultural and Culinary Wonder: Ka'ana's Maya Cooking Class

By: Ka'ana Resort / 28 Jun 2022
A Cultural and Culinary Wonder: Ka'ana's Maya Cooking Class

A Cultural and Culinary Wonder: Ka'ana's Maya Cooking Class

At Ka'ana, we are proud to offer a wide selection of extraordinary experiences for our guests. With our property at the doorstep of ancient Maya cities and rich cultural heritage, we find it imperative to include this narrative in our experiential offerings. 

Along with thrill-seeking adventures and wildlife excursions, expand your horizons and explore the wondrous world of the Maya with an interactive Maya Cooking Class hosted right on our property! Bringing the very best of history, culture, and cuisine, our Maya Cooking Class is an experience that seamlessly showcases our love for authentic and local. 

Authentic and Awe-Inspiring 

Hosted by local Maya women from neighboring village, San Jose Succotz, the Maya Cooking Class is an interactive session that explores the many traditional practices and staple ingredients used by the Maya. Learn to prepare corn, turning it to "masa" (dough), and then cook it like an expert on the "comal" (stone or clay griddle for baking)! In our own Maya hut overlooking the tropical rainforest, you'll hear stories about the daily lives of the Maya women and learn from the experience and knowledge they share that have been passed down for generations. 

When the "fogon" (fire hearth) has finally done its job, you'll enjoy the dishes you've prepared with a greater sense of understanding as to how each flavor blends together and how the traditional cooking practices make a difference in creating the delicious dishes. Enjoy authentic Maya dishes such as caldo, corn tortillas, tamales, and more! 

Vibrant and flavorful, this experience is a hands-on experience with the rich Maya heritage and delicious culinary delights.  

 Authentic and Awe-Inspiring

Stay A While and Discover More  

We invite you to discover magnificent local culture with our Maya Cooking Class and our curated collection of authentic experiences, both on and off property. Stay a while and experience our dedication to our country and local culture in all that we do. From the local art in our Villas to the authentic dishes found at our signature restaurant, La Ceiba — at Ka'ana, we are proud to pay homage to our land and people who make our country so unique. 

 Stay A While and Discover More


Join us in experiencing a world of cultural and culinary wonders! Contact our team to book your getaway today!

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