Join us this July! Chef Ana’s special weeks at the house of Grammy-award-winning Lila Downs in Oaxaca offer a unique culinary experience for food enthusiasts. The experience is designed to showcase the rich culinary heritage of Oaxaca, a state in southern Mexico known for its distinctive cuisine. The weeks feature a variety of activities, such as cooking classes, food tours, and visits to local markets to learn about traditional ingredients. Chef Ana’s knowledge of the local cuisine and her passion for cooking make these weeks an unforgettable experience.
One of the week’s highlights is the Alex Ruiz cooking experience, featured on CNN’s “Searching for Mexico” with Eva Longoria. Alex Ruiz is a renowned chef who has created some of the best restaurants in Mexico. He brings his expertise to Oaxacan cuisine, creating dishes that blend traditional techniques with modern.
Guests will visit the bustling Central de Abastos in Oaxaca with Chef Ruiz and select the day’s ingredients, meet vendors, and learn about Oaxacan ingredients. As if that weren’t enough, you will see how freshly toasted and ground Mexican chocolate is made, and bring some to cook with! MMMMM!
During the farm-to-table cooking experience at his ranch just outside of Oaxaca City, participants learn to make some of Alex Ruiz’s signature dishes, including mole, tlayudas, mezcal cocktails, and maybe even this incredible dish which you have to try to believe – vegetable ceviche. Participants get a hands-on experience in preparing the dishes, using local ingredients and traditional cooking methods. The adventure takes place in a beautiful outdoor setting of his ranch, surrounded by the lush greenery of Oaxaca’s countryside.
Overall, Chef Ana’s special weeks in Oaxaca and the Alex Ruiz cooking experience offer an opportunity to explore the rich culinary heritage of Oaxaca and learn from some of the best chefs in Mexico. It’s an experience that food lovers won’t want to miss.
