Explore the heart of Chilean cuisine with a private cooking class in Viña del Mar. Led by local chef Lina, you’ll dive into traditional dishes and learn family recipes passed down through generations. Customize your menu to suit your tastes, then savor a delicious 3-course meal paired with Chilean wine. This hands-on culinary adventure offers a unique opportunity to learn about the flavors and traditions that define the country’s vibrant food culture.

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About Your Stay

Hands-on private cooking class with local chef Lina, focusing on traditional Chilean dishes like pastel de choclo, empanadas, and charquican.
Customizable menu available to accommodate various dietary needs, including vegetarian and Mapuche options.
Includes a 3-course homemade meal with Chilean wine after the cooking session.
Pickup and drop-off service provided, and the class is wheelchair accessible.
Lina has over 20 years of experience as a private chef, dedicated to preserving Chilean food heritage.

Overview of the Cooking Class

The private cooking class with local chef Lina takes place in her home in Viña del Mar, Chile.

Participants will learn to cook traditional Chilean dishes, including ‘pastel de choclo’ (meat and corn pie), ’empanadas’ (stuffed pastries), and ‘charquican’ (vegetable stew).

The recipes have been passed down through Lina’s family, and she’ll share tips and techniques for recreating the dishes at home.

Lina’s family recipes and culinary insights enable participants to master traditional Chilean dishes at home.

After the cooking, guests will enjoy a delicious 3-course homemade meal with Chilean wine.

The class is customizable for dietary needs, and participants can create at least three traditional Chilean or Mapuche dishes.

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Customization and Dietary Options

This private cooking class offers customized options to accommodate various dietary needs.

Participants can create at least three traditional Chilean or Mapuche dishes. The menu can be tailored for vegetarians or other dietary requirements. Guests simply need to advise any specific needs at the time of booking.

This allows everyone to fully enjoy the hands-on cooking experience and the delicious homemade meal, which includes a 3-course lunch or dinner with Chilean wine.

The class is flexible, ensuring guests have a memorable and personalized culinary adventure in Viña del Mar.

Inclusions and Pricing

The price for this private cooking class starts from $102.00 per person, varying by group size.

The experience includes:

Bottled water, beverages, Chilean wine, coffee and/or tea
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Free cancellation up to 2 days in advance

Plus, the class offers:

A delicious homemade 3-course lunch or dinner
Hands-on instruction to create at least three traditional Chilean or Mapuche dishes
Dietary customization available upon request at the time of booking
A private cooking session with a local chef in her home in Viña del Mar.

Meeting and Pickup Information

The meeting point for this private cooking class is the Valparaiso Sporting Club, located at Av. Los Castaños 404 in Viña del Mar.

The exact address will be provided upon booking confirmation. At the conclusion of the class, the you will be dropped off at the same location.

The class is wheelchair accessible, and the meeting and end points are conveniently situated.

With a maximum of just your group participating, this private cooking experience allows you to learn traditional Chilean dishes in an intimate setting with a local chef.

Traditional Chilean Dishes

Although Chile’s cuisine has been influenced by European and other international flavors, the dishes highlighted in this private cooking class showcase the country’s traditional culinary heritage.

The class features three classic Chilean dishes:

Pastel de choclo – a savory meat and corn pie.
Empanadas – stuffed pastries with a variety of fillings.
Charquican – a hearty vegetable stew.

These recipes have been passed down through generations, with the chef providing insider tips and techniques to help participants recreate the authentic flavors at home.

Recipes and Techniques

As the cooking class focuses on traditional Chilean dishes, the chef aims to share her family’s time-tested recipes and techniques.

Participants will learn the secrets to perfectly flaky empanadas, from the rich filling to the delicate pastry.

The pastel de choclo requires careful layering of corn, meat, and vegetables, all simmered together in a savory sauce.

For the charquican, the chef demonstrates how to expertly chop and combine the seasonal produce into a hearty, comforting stew.

Throughout the class, she provides personalized guidance, ensuring everyone can recreate these authentic flavors at home.

Homemade Meal and Chilean Wine

After the cooking lesson, participants can look forward to savoring a delectable homemade meal.

The 3-course lunch or dinner features:

Traditional Chilean dishes prepared with the guidance of the local chef
Freshly-baked empanadas, savory pastel de choclo, and hearty charquican
Accompanying Chilean wine to complement the flavors
Coffee or tea to complete the satisfying dining experience

The meal is a true taste of Chilean hospitality, allowing visitors to enjoy the country’s rich culinary traditions.

A true taste of Chilean hospitality, allowing visitors to enjoy the country’s rich culinary traditions.

With the chef’s expertise and family recipes, participants can savor the fruits of their cooking efforts.

About the Host Chef Lina

Lina, the host of this private cooking class, is a passionate chef with deep roots in Chilean cuisine. Born and raised in Viña del Mar, she learned traditional recipes from her grandmother and mother, who taught her the art of crafting authentic Chilean dishes. Lina’s culinary expertise spans generations, and she is eager to share her knowledge with guests.

| Background | Experience |

|———|———|

| Born in Viña del Mar, Chile | 20+ years as a private chef |

| Learned traditional recipes from family | Specializes in Chilean and Mapuche cuisines |

| Dedicated to preserving Chilean food heritage | Teaches cooking classes in her home |

Lina’s cooking class offers a unique opportunity to learn from a local master and take in the rich flavors of Chilean culture.

Questions About Your Stay

Can I Take the Cooking Class in Another Language?

Yes, the cooking class can be taken in other languages. Participants can request the class in their preferred language, and the local chef will accommodate the request, providing instruction and conversation in the requested language.

How Many People Can Participate in the Cooking Class?

The cooking class is a private tour, so only your group will participate. Group size can vary, with the price starting from $102.00 per person and adjusting based on the number of participants.

Are the Recipes Vegetarian-Friendly by Default?

The recipes can be customized for vegetarian preferences, but aren’t vegetarian by default. Participants can create at least three traditional Chilean or Mapuche dishes that suit their dietary needs when booking the private cooking class.

Is the Cooking Class Suitable for Children?

The cooking class is suitable for children. The class can be customized to accommodate families, with options for vegetarian or other menus. Participants can create traditional Chilean or Mapuche dishes.

Can I Purchase Any of the Ingredients Used During the Class?

Yes, participants can purchase the ingredients used during the class. The chef will provide information on where to find the traditional Chilean and Mapuche ingredients to recreate the dishes at home.

Final Verdict On This Stay

This private cooking class in Viña del Mar immerses you in the heart of Chilean cuisine. You’ll learn to prepare traditional dishes from a local chef, using family recipes and hands-on techniques. Customize your menu to suit your tastes, then savor a delicious 3-course meal paired with Chilean wine. It’s a truly authentic and memorable culinary experience.