If you want to have fun while learning Peruvian food tips secrets and history from absolutely the best and most creative chef, then look no further… worth every sole! Finish off with an unforgettable delicious meal… I highly recommend these classes above the rest, for family friends or corporate team building…

Had a wonderful cooking class with Ricardo and Hector. Because of a strike, my visit to the market was shorter but worth it. From the pick up to my hotel to the food and the patience to answer all my questions, everything was great I cook a lot at home but Peruvian food is mostly new to me so I learned a lot during the class to hopefully reproduce at home some of the dishes I’ve eaten since my arrival in Lima a few days before

From culinary novices to Nikkei ninjas in a day! Our Lima cooking class was a blast. We learned to make Nikkei-style tiraditos (Peruvian-Japanese fusion, think sashimi with amazing sauces), and Chef Hector and his partner exceeded expectations. After picking out fresh fish at the market, we headed to a terrace overlooking Inca ruins for a step-by-step lesson in sauces and dishes. Thank you for sharing your secret recipes! We’re already making them at home, along with the Chilcano cocktail Ricardo taught us—Pisco, bitters, ginger soda, and fresh ginger juice. A fun, informative, and unforgettable experience!

We were beyond pleased with our private cooking class with Chef Hector Aguilar and Chef Martin! The tour to the market was informative and we really enjoyed getting to see all the wonderful fresh products. Then the time at our cooking class was so much fun and we learned a lot! We really were happy with how they took the time to not only show us how to make ceviche and Pisco sours but guided us through the process to learn the steps and try it on our own as well. The friendly nature of Chef Hector and Chef Martin made this experience extra special and we really felt by the end that we had made some new friends in Lima. We would highly recommend this experience to anyone who wants to learn how to make authentic Peruvian food with fun people passionate about their craft!

Simply Amazing. I am a chef with 25 years of experience. I was impressed with the skill and knowledge of Héctor and his team 10000% recomended.

This was an exceptional class! Héctor and his team where amazing! This was one of the highlights of my trip! I learned so much and the flavors where off the chart! A 10/10 a must do!

Héctor is truly gifted. This was a great class to learn about Peruvian food, drinks, culture, and recipes. We loved the hands on experience. Hector and his team were patient and kind to us novice “cooks.” We had an amazing time and would highly recommend this class to others wanting to do something different in Peru! We are grateful for the experience and would definitely go back to learn more recipes!

I love taking cooking classes on vacation to learn about the local food and culture and having had amazing food in Peru, I was looking for an experience just as stellar. When I found out chef Hector was teaching this class and was previously at Maido, one of my favorite restaurants in Lima, my friends and I signed up! It started off with a morning at the market where Chef Hector gave us some brief information on the history of Peru and how the local foods came to be out of socioeconomic times, immigration and Peruvian 'innovation'. We walked through the market and learnt about what to look out for when buying fish for ceviche, secret spots for great cheese at great prices, and lots of other tips! At the kitchen, we learnt all the items on the menu but the best parts were just learning secret tips from someone who has worked at such high caliber restaurant kitchens! The team is so down to earth and very helpful when you're doing the hands-on portions of the class and they're all fun to be with. Throw in a couple of Pisco sours in there, and a grand meal at the end of the class and you have yourself an amazing experience of a great time in Lima!

This cooking class was absolutely amazing. Chef Hector was great from start to finish and so was the other staff. My boyfriend and I learned a lot in just a few hours! The chef’s english is also really good, which doesnt often seem to be the case here in Peru. We would definitely recommend this to every food lover/home cook.

Where do I start? The actual cooking school is on a rooftop across from a 2,000 year old pre Inca megalith in the process of being uncovered. Hector was a fabulous instructor, passionate about Peruvian cooking and all things Peruvian. The class was informative and a genuine pleasure. And the food we made was fantastic - better than I’ve had in restaurants!

Our cooking class with Chef Hector was one of the highlights of our recent visit to Lima. We’ve taken cooking classes in Italy, Thailand, Singapore, and India, and our class with Chef Hector was among the best. It was a hands-on experience that kept us busy for several hours. One of us is a very competent home cook, and the other is a klutz in the kitchen, but both of us learned a lot and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Chef Hector is the real deal, a chef who has worked in many parts of the world, including at one of Peru’s leading restaurants. His teaching skills are exceptional, he is completely fluent in English, and he has a great sense of humor. We acquired a number of useful skills and techniques in the course of preparing several dishes. The class flew by and our classmates and we enjoyed a magnificent feast at the end. Chef Hector also follows up with useful emails for us to reference back home. We heartily recommend a class with Chef Hector to anyone interested in learning more about preparing Peruvian food while having fun in Lima.

Chef Hector is an amazing teacher and the food he will show you is delicious. You will learn amazing techniques and you will have a lot of fun. I highly recommend this activity while you are in Lima!

Chef Hector organized an incredible day for our family to experience traditional Peruvian cuisine. We began before sunrise shopping at the fish market, where Chef Hector hand selected ingredients for our cooking class. Our class was held at his workshop, where he and his amazing team taught us how to create a delicious Peruvian meal. We had a cooking experience that we will never forget! Thank you Hector and your team!

What a great experience. Hector not only knows his history and geography and all about the wonderful fruit and vegetables of Peru, he’s a passionate, fun and masterful chef. The Cooking Class was on the top floor of an old building in Miraflores. We had three separate dishes and learn how to make three different sauces. I’ve never had so much fun slicing fish for ceviche! Along with Papas and Lomo Saltado we also learned how to make two different kinds of Pisco Sour. We can’t recommend highly enough.

Amazing time! Chef Hector is extremely knowledgeable, personable, and makes your experience very enjoyable! The food we prepared was delicious! We had a great time and will be contacting him again for future events!