DISCOVER AUTHENTIC MEXICAN CUISINE AT GABY'S

Cook with renowned chef Julio Castillón in a stunning rooftop kitchen in Puerto Vallarta! Join a unique culinary experience where you will learn to prepare traditional Mexican dishes while exploring the history, culture, and flavors of Mexico.

More than a cooking class — a complete cultural and culinary experience in Puerto Vallarta.

  • Cook with a true Puerto Vallarta local — Chef Julio Castillón is a local celebrity chef from TVMAR’s La Comidilla channel 10.1 CABOS and Puerto Vallarta and a federally licensed tour guide certified by SECTUR, with training through the University of Guadalajara. His family roots in Puerto Vallarta go back more than 100 years.
  • Deeply rooted in Puerto Vallarta — A true local Puerto Vallarta Experience. Hosted at Gaby’s Restaurant, family-owned since 1989, and led by Chef Julio Castillón, whose local family roots in Puerto Vallarta go back more than 100 years.
  • 100% hands-on Mexican cooking — make tortillas, traditional salsas and authentic dishes from scratch.
  • Rooftop cooking with panoramic views of the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe, downtown Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay.
  • Guided raicilla tasting included, featuring Jalisco’s traditional agave spirit.
  • Small groups — maximum 12 guests for a more personal experience.
  • Air-conditioned transportation included from the market back to Gaby’s.

Gaby's Cooking Class: The Signature Experience

Historic City Tour, Local Market Visit, Hands-On Rooftop Cooking Class & Tequila Tasting.

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Taco Tuesday! cooking class (MEAT LOVERS)

Four-in-One Taco Experience: City Tour, Market Visit, Taco Cooking Class & Raicilla Tasting

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Puerto Vallarta Seafood Cooking Class, Market Tour & Tequila Tasting

Four-in-One Seafood Experience: City Tour, Market Visit, Seafood Cooking Class & Tequila Tasting

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Evening Cooking Class: Tacos, Margaritas &Churros

Cook authentic tacos, handmade tortillas, Mexican salsas, and churros while sipping a margarita in a fun rooftop experience at Gaby’s Restaurant.

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Plant-Based Mexican Cooking Class & Market Tour

Historic City Tour, Local Market Visit, Hands-On Rooftop Cooking Class & Raicilla Tasting.

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Puerto Vallarta for Two: Historic Tour, Margaritas & Mexican Dinner

Explore Downtown Puerto Vallarta, then enjoy a Mexican dinner for two at Gaby’s. (PRICE PER COUPLE)

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PRIVATE COOKING CLASS — YOUR GROUP, YOUR EXPERIENCE

Private market-to-table experience: guided market tour, rooftop cooking class at Gaby’s and a raicilla tasting for your group.

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