Culinary Team Building Experiences in Mexico City











Forge Stronger Bonds Through the Art of Mexican Cooking
At Aura Cocina Mexicana, we believe food brings people together in meaningful ways. Our hands-on cooking experiences are crafted not only to showcase the richness of Mexican gastronomy but also to inspire teamwork, creativity, and connection in every slice, stir, and smile shared.
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Whether you're a corporate group, a startup team, or a global company looking to reconnect, this is more than a meal—it’s a cultural and collaborative experience.
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Why Choose Aura for Your Team Building?
Authentic, Hands-On Experiences
Your team won’t just cook—they’ll collaborate, laugh, and connect while creating iconic Mexican dishes together.
Warm & Professional Hosts
Led by expert chefs, each class is infused with deep culinary knowledge and welcoming hospitality.
Tailored to Your Goals
Whether you're looking to strengthen communication, celebrate a milestone, or just share a great time together—we’ll help you craft the perfect event.
Unique, Inspiring Spaces
Our cooking studios in Roma Norte and Coyoacán are filled with handcrafted Mexican charm and fully equipped for an unforgettable experience.
Featured Cooking Classes for Team Building
Essence of Mexico: Authentic Mexican Cooking Experience
Your group will prepare and enjoy a curated four-course menu featuring iconic dishes that reflect the richness of traditional Mexican cuisine.
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Antojitos Mexicanos with salsas: Street-style sopes with molcajete red and green sauce
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Mextlapiques: Pre-Hispanic-style tamal without masa, filled with vegetables and topped with hierbabuena sauce
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White mole with chicken: A widely regarded celebration dish, made with pine nuts, almonds, raisins, chile güero, and more
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Cornbread & Hot Chocolate
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Vegetarian/Vegan upon request🌱 | Naturally Gluten-Free 🌽
Mastering Mexican Salsas Cooking Experience
Dive into the vibrant world of Mexican salsas and chiles. This experience is perfect for casual afternoons, where your team collaborates to create a colorful salsa bar.
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Salsas to be prepared include:
Traditional Guacamole, molcajete red sauce, green sauce, salsa ranchera, mango and chile manzano sauce, habanero sauce, devil’s sauce, chile morita sauce, chipotle sauce, drunken sauce
Tasting
Your handmade salsas will be paired with street-style tacos and quesadillas featuring a variety of fillings: cochinita pibil, cecina, mushrooms, potatoes, beans, cheese, nopales, zucchini, and scrambled eggs.​​
The experience concludes with cornbread & hot chocolate.
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​Vegetarian/Vegan friendly 🌱 | Naturally Gluten-Free 🌽
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Mexican Street Tacos Cooking Experience
A lively and flavorful session where your team prepares fresh tortillas and three of Mexico’s most iconic taco fillings, along with traditional salsas.
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Tacos al pastor (pork with grilled pineapple)
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Barbacoa (slow-cooked beef)
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Campechano (mixed beef and pork)
- Salsas: Mango and chile manzano, devil’s sauce, drunken sauce
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Handmade corn tortillas
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As a sweet finale, enjoy cornbread & hot chocolate.
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Vegetarian/Vegan upon request 🌱 | Naturally Gluten-Free 🌽
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Beverage Pairing Options
All of our cooking experiences include a thoughtfully selected beverage pairing featuring:
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Seasonal fruit-infused aguas frescas
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Mexican Craft Beer
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Oaxacan Mezcal
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Mexican Wine from Valle de Parras
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Hot Chocolate
All beverages are proudly sourced from local producers and showcase the richness of Mexico’s craft and terroir.​
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The Locations
Aura Cocina Mexicana offers two fully equipped studios in Mexico City, each with its own character and capacity.
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An intimate, centrally located space with handcrafted Mexican charm.
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Two kitchens available:
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Ground floor accommodates up to 10 participants​
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Rooftop terrace (via a 22-step spiral staircase) accommodates up to 15 participants
Ideal for small and mid-size team events.
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A spacious venue filled with natural light and surrounded by art and history.
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Capacity: up to 40 participants
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Well-suited for private events and larger corporate gatherings
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Optional Enhancements
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Market Tour
Add a cultural dimension to your cooking experience with a guided visit to one of Mexico City’s iconic public markets. You’ll explore the market’s history, structure, and seasonal offerings while sampling traditional ingredients, fruits, and regional specialties at curated stands.
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Available only for experiences starting at or before 3:00 PM
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The market visited will depend on the location of your class (Roma Norte or Coyoacan).
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Price from: $400 MXN
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Customized Aprons
Add a personalized touch to your experience with aprons embroidered with your company logo and participant name. A memorable and functional keepsake for each participant.
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Price from: $350 MXN
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Signature Margarita Workshop
Extend your experience with a fun and interactive cocktail session held after the cooking class. Each participant will prepare our signature margarita made with blanco tequila, Cointreau, hibiscus and cacao flower infusion, lime, agave honey, pink pepper, chile piquín, and a rim of dahlia petals.
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Price from: $450 MXN
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Private Team Building Cooking Experience
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Duration: 3.5 hours
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Minimum: 5 participants
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From: $2,000 MXN per person
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Let’s Plan Your Experience
Ready to start planning? Contact us today to design a custom experience your team will never forget.
​Due to high demand, early booking is highly recommended.