3h Cooking Class in Panama City: 10 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks
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- Duration
- 3hr
- Time of day
- Evening
- Group size
- Up to 10 people
- Available days
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Highlights
Share laughs and stories while preparing your meal. · Hands-on practice makes recipes easy to repeat at home. · Cook dishes that carry history and tradition. · Small groups for more attention and fun learning. · Experience local culture through food and stories. · Eat and drink what you cook, turning effort into flavor.Tour description
Immerse yourself in the beautiful culture of Panama with this boozy, 10-recipe cooking experience!In this fun Panama City activity, you’ll prepare delicious recipes with our friendly and entertaining cook, Winnie.
This interactive cooking and dining experience is a delightful way to:
+ Learn Panamanian cooking techniques of dishes like Carimanõlas and Butter Cassava
+ Savor fresh wholesome ingredients
+ Engage in spirited conversation
Enjoy social interaction while indulging in incredible drinks, appetizers, main dishes and desserts.
While preparing this delicious meal, take pics of your dishes, group and new friends! Post to social for many oohs-and-aahs and to rack up those likes!
Many of our past guests tell us that this was their best dinner and activity in Panama!
We look forward to cooking and dining with you!
*Vegetarian meals and non-alcohol beverage recipes are available upon request. We can accommodate any food restriction request.
** None of our dishes contain pork!
Photos from this experience
Meeting Point
Edificio 630, C. Guanabano 149854-1, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Why Eat with Us?
- Money back guarantee — full refund if your experience is anything less than 5 stars.
- Over 1,200 reviews — trusted by travelers across every major booking platform.
- Local hosts who live and breathe the neighborhood.
- 16+ years leading food tours across Latin America.
Raeanne S
"...There was music, people trying each other’s dishes, someone always laughing at a little mistake at the stove. Drinks kept appearing in our hands without anyone making a big deal out of it. We cooked a lot, but it never felt like “now we do step 1, step 2.” It was messy, fun, and somehow everything still tasted great at the end."
This night felt more like being invited to a house party where everyone happens to be cooking together....
We aim to enchant, so we get 5-star reviews left and right!
Full money-back if your experience is anything less than 5 stars.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is much more than a meal. You’ll cook with a local host, learn authentic techniques, hear the stories behind the dishes, and leave with skills, memories, and a much deeper connection to the local culture.
We know travel plans can shift. That’s why we offer flexible support, including rescheduling whenever possible. And if your experience doesn’t feel like a 5-star experience, we’ll make it right.
Your class is led by a local host with real culinary knowledge and a strong connection to the destination’s food culture. Depending on the experience, your host may be a chef, skilled cook, or local food expert who shares both techniques and stories along the way.
Yes. We can usually adapt for most dietary needs if you let us know in advance, including vegetarian, pescatarian, and dairy-free requests. The main exception is strict gluten-free or celiac requirements, since we cannot guarantee zero cross-contamination.
Yes. Our classes are designed for small groups of up to 12 guests, so the atmosphere stays personal, social, and easy to follow.
Absolutely. Our classes are designed to be fun and approachable for all skill levels, whether you cook all the time or hardly ever step into a kitchen.
After booking, our booking manager will send you clear step-by-step instructions, including the exact meeting point, arrival tips, and the easiest way to get there. In most cases, it’s very easy to reach by Uber.
Good to know
Included
Not included
⚠️ Not suitable for pets · No public transportation nearby · Not wheelchair accessible · Wheelchair accessible · To confirm the meeting point and time, please send a "Hi" to Vicky via Whatsapp: +55 21 92043-5408