Mexico is a popular destination for sun-seekers thanks to its close proximity to the US, beautiful beaches and flavorful food. If you’re a foodie, no Mexico trip will be complete without a visit to Oaxaca. Aside from the gorgeous architecture, top museums and contemporary art, Oaxaca is a proud host to a different version of Mexican food. The city extends beyond the humdrum nachos and burritos to dishes like eggs poached in chili-tomato soup, chilli and chocolate and – if you’re game – roasted grasshoppers!
And while you’re there, take a few cooking classes and bring home some of these unique recipes! International Kitchen lists several cooking classes – we liked the look of this one (despite the name):
Seasons of My Heart, Oaxaca
These cooking classes are led by Susan Trilling, a American whose mother is Mexican, now an Oaxaca local, who offers an insight into the flavors and recipes of Oaxacan cuisine.
There are several classes to suit your trip length. The half-day class features a lecture, cooking class and five course meal. If you have a day, the classes include a local market tour. The Chef’s Intensive class – for advanced cooks only – is taken by Trilling and another renowned chef.
If your trip is more leisurely and you want to really immerse yourself in Oaxacan cuisine, the long-weekend class involves visits to local markets, chocolate and cheese makers along with three cooking classes at the school, customized to a theme of your choice. Even more intensive is the week-long course, which features four full class days and three days of tours.
Other travelers on
TripAdvisor praise Trilling as “warm, approachable and passionate” about the cuisine and the school as “by far, the best cooking school in town”!
And while you’re there, take a few cooking classes and bring home some of these unique recipes! International Kitchen lists several cooking classes – we liked the look of this one (despite the name):
There are several classes to suit your trip length. The half-day class features a lecture, cooking class and five course meal. If you have a day, the classes include a local market tour. The Chef’s Intensive class – for advanced cooks only – is taken by Trilling and another renowned chef. 
If your trip is more leisurely and you want to really immerse yourself in Oaxacan cuisine, the long-weekend class involves visits to local markets, chocolate and cheese makers along with three cooking classes at the school, customized to a theme of your choice. Even more intensive is the week-long course, which features four full class days and three days of tours. 
