This was exactly what I was hoping for. Although no one I was traveling with wanted to join me, I was able to join another small group for a perfect day. Marilau is a friendly, helpful, fun, interesting and engaging teacher. The space is small...More

Based on reviews we selected Marilau and we were not disappointed. It was an easy 15 minute walk from our hotel in the central area and Marilau was ready and waiting to greet us when we arrived. She had the recipes that we selected all...More

What a memorable experience my 15-year old daughter and I had in a cooking class with Maria Laura Ricaud in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. It was a joy spending time in Maria's kitchen since she is so personable and knowledgeable about the art and...More

I’ve been cooking for over 45 years and never knew we could use fresh ingredients as I was raised using canned tomato sauce, garlic powder and onion powder. Marilau taught me so much today and was so gracious with my 25 year old son who...More

Marilau taught us how to make menu #2, and included interesting bits of history and helpful instruction on making Mexican food in general (never salt your beans while cooking them, etc). She is personable, knowledgeable and engages everyone in class. I will definitely take more...More

Had a great morning cooking with Marilau. She truly is passionate about her culture and cooking. Each step was easy to follow and then end products were wonderful. I joined a group of three other ladies in making a three course meal that I cant...More

This was a great hands-on learning experience! We made our own lunch of Tarasca black bean soup, heavenly cilantro rice and chicken in pumpkin seed sauce (Pollo en Pipian Verde). Had no idea of the complexity of seasonings and ingredients involved in making these authentic...More