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Discover Authentic Mexican Flavor on Our Private Oaxaca Food Tour

5.09 reviews

  • 3 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Private tour

Highlights

On our Food Tour, you'll enjoy a variety of local foods. Journey through all facets of Mexican cuisine, from abuelitas recipes, keeping alive traditional recipes, to 3 traditional Oaxacan dishes like Fried Chile Relleno and Tlayudas freshly made by artisans, and the taste of the famous Black and Red Mole. Our tour starts next to the popular Mercado 20 de Noviembre for your first bites, where we'll try both moles to kick off our culinary adventure. We'll also pass by the other popular market, mercado Juarez, before walking towards the Zocalo, a charming square brimming with history, stunning architecture and culture. Oaxaca old town is the perfect area to experience the colorful atmosphere and discover the vibrant flavors and variety of authentic Mexican cuisine.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Pre-Hispanic Cacao Brew with sweet Pan de Yema
  • Water
  • Fried Chile relleno
  • Oaxacan Black Mole and Mole Rojo Tasting
  • Our delicious Secret Dish
  • Chapulines - Crickets for the brave
  • Pre-Hispanic Cocoa brew
  • English in person guide
  • Oaxacan Traditional Earthy Olla coffee
  • Mexican Pizza: Hand-made Crispy Tlayuda with meat
  • Uniquely flavored Traditional Regional shaved ice
  • Traditional Oaxaca quesillo cheese
  • 3 Traditional Oaxacan dishes

What's not

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Welcome to the starting point of our journey! Here, our experienced guide will warmly welcome you and introduce themselves, setting the tone for an exciting experience. They will provide an engaging introduction, describing the highlights of the culinary tour ahead, sharing insights into the rich food culture you are about to explore, and answering any questions you may have.

    10 min

  2. Start a delectable journey as we savor our first bites and learn more about markets in Oaxaca! Our food journey begins with two amazing bites at the famous Mercado 20 de Noviembre in Oaxaca: one savory and one sweet. We'll indulge in a classic Mexican dish renowned for its rich history and unique to this city: our special Mole Negro, to be enjoyed alongside another distinct Mole from Oaxaca; then Chili relleno and more!

    40 min

  3. Afterward, we'll take a leisurely walk through Mercado Juarez, a vibrant market filled with local flavors and aromas. Here, we'll indulge in another round of delicious treats, including a savory quesillo and a delightful sweet snack unique to the region, offering a true taste of the local cuisine!

    40 min

  4. Discover the historic Zocalo, where we’ll make sure everyone gets to savor Tejate, a traditional pre-Hispanic drink known for its rich cultural significance and refreshing taste. To complement this unique beverage, we’ll also indulge in some sweet, freshly baked Pan de Yema, all enjoyed right in the heart of this iconic location!

    40 min

  5. We'll explore one of the bustling shopping areas in the historic center, discovering the spots where locals love to spend their time. And right here we'll visit a lovely terrace and get more food! After a short walk on another street, we'll then end up here again, entering our Secret Destination for foodies!

    50 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Meeting point
We'll meet close to the Mercado 20 de Noviembre on C. de Ignacio Aldama 217 - right in front of the Saint John of God Parish, C. de Ignacio Aldama 217, OAX_RE_BENITO JUAREZ, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Secret Food Tours
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
  • This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
  • Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.

How it compares in Oaxaca City

  • Its from-price is 313% above the median of the 38 food tours we list in Oaxaca City.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 15 of 38.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Oaxaca City

Oaxaca City is the colonial capital of Oaxaca state, a stone-built highland city of markets, mole, mezcal and Zapotec ruins nearby.

Oaxaca de Juárez sits in a high valley at about 1,500 metres, its centre built of pale green stone around a shaded zócalo. The baroque church of Santo Domingo, with its gilded interior, and the attached former convent, now a cultural museum, are the grandest sights. Streets run with market stalls, painted walls and courtyard cafés, and the historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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