Cooking Classes – Gaby's Restaurant Bar

Discover Authentic Mexican Cuisine at Gaby’s

Cook, explore, and experience the true flavors of Mexico with Chef Julio Castillón!

Join us for an unforgettable Mexican cooking class in our beautiful rooftop kitchen in the heart of Puerto Vallarta. Learn to prepare traditional Mexican dishes from scratch while discovering the stories, history, and culinary traditions behind every recipe.

From fresh local ingredients to time-honored cooking techniques, immerse yourself in Mexico’s rich food culture through a hands-on experience filled with authentic flavors, fascinating traditions, and delicious food.

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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.

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.

More than a cooking class, it’s a taste of Mexico you’ll take home with you.

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.
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.