Top Cozumel Food & Drink

Mexico is renowned for its tequilas, but in order to really understand and appreciate how this liquor is made, visitors need to learn from a top tequila maker—and have a great time along the way. In addition to a personal tequila seminar, which offers eight different tequilas, you'll enjoy a lunch prepared with local specialties such as lime soup, seafood, dessert, plus a margarita. 

Pleasure your palate with meat-stuffed empanadas, succulent shrimp tacos, and sweet Mexican pastries on a culinary tour of Cozumel. Sample the exotic flavors of the idyllic island, noting the Mexican spice and Caribbean flair of the dishes due to Cozumel’s close proximity to Cuba. Immerse yourself in the culinary customs of the area as a knowledgeable guide takes you to five favorite local haunts to same fine Yucatan bites and beverages. Enjoy personalized attention and round-trip transportation on this intimate small group tour.

Make your own chocolate using ancient Aztec-inspired techniques on this tour at Stingray Beach. After whipping up a batch of chocolate with the hands-on workshop, sample wine and chocolate pairings to get a taste for different strains of cocoa and even sip a chocolate martini by the beach.

Instead of the usual sightseeing, check out Discover Mexico Park in Cozumel, which showcases Mexico’s culture and traditions through entertaining attractions. Even better, your entry ticket includes a hands-on chocolate workshop. Enjoy foodie treats galore — including a welcome cocktail with chocolate (a non-alcoholic version is available for kids), chocolate and mole tastings, Maya-style hot chocolate — and make your own chocolate bar to take home. In the park, explore the Papantla Flyers, the Video Experience Room, the Popular Museum of Art, and more. Upgrade to include a lunch buffet.

Discover the art of authentic Mexican cooking during this small group cooking class at Josefina’s home kitchen in Cozumel. Learn about the traditional flavors used in Mexican cuisine and enjoy a hands-on culinary experience preparing Josefina’s family recipes. You tour also includes a visit to Cozumel’s local market to shop for ingredients and a copy of Josefina’s e-cookbook with over 60 of her original recipes.

Immerse yourself in the seaside splendor of Cozumel with a luxurious lobster dinner on a 2.5-hour cruise. Board the historic vessel of the Old Spanish Galleon and sail the iridescent waters of the Caribbean ocean while indulging in lavish lobster, sizzling steak or tender chicken. Sip tangy margaritas as your ship cruises along the coast and prepare for a night of partying with music and games.

This unique tour features a perfect combination of a visit to a beautiful traditional Mexican Farm House and Interact with the local cooking experience. You will learn about local food — and where it comes from — will heighten your enthusiasm and change the way you experience your food. Celebrating the age-old tradition of Mexican cooking and fresh wholesome ingredients, our farm-to-table deliver a fun, meaningful day at Toledo Ranch.

At Tortugas Beach Club the fun is endless! Since the moment you arrive, our friendly and professional Staff is ready to pamper you with our all you can eat/drink package. Snacks, Mexican dishes, fresh ceviche and many cocktails will be served to quench your appetite and thirst. But take it easy! The time is on your side and leave some for enjoying a fantastic guided snorkeling by boat at one of the famous nearby reefs, once we are right in the heart of the well-known Chankanaab area. Our Parasailing boat is also waiting for you to take home breathtaking pictures of a real eagle view adventure. Enjoy of the fun water park, kayaks, water beds and many more water activities (some at additional cost). But Tortugas Beach Club is much more than only sun and fun, you may enjoy other additional services such the fish spa, the relaxing massages or the perfect souvenir at our shopping area. Hands down an unbeatable Caribbean experience!

Spend a day at Playa Mia Grand Beach and Water Park, then prepare a three-course Mexican meal with a resort chef. The water park features an underwater Maya city, games, water activities, and plenty of space to play and relax in the sunshine. You’ll have all day access to the park, with multiple class times throughout the day, a three-course meal with an open bar, and round-trip transport from your Cozumel hotel or port.

Get off road in the Cozumel jungles with this all-terrain vehicle tour. Follow your guide through the jungle to the Jade cenote, where you can take a dip and cool off. Wind up at a local beach club for some lounge time and a sailing excursion with snorkeling, lunch, and an open bar. This tour allows you to experience multiple water sports in a single day and has everything arranged for you.

Ix-Kool (In Spanish Milpa) represents life through ancient times; This concept will delight us with an explosion of flavors and textures in each of its foods, representing the freshness and innovation of the Mayan culture through the years, without losing sight of its origins and the incredible seasoning of its dishes through time. .

There are several Jeep Tours in Cozumel, but ours is simply in a league of its own! Start by driving a state of the art A/C Sahara Jeep Wrangler guided by the most friendly and professional Staff in Cozumel. Discover secret spots reserved only for the locals by driving along Cozumel's eastern coastline, world famous for its stunning views of unspoiled white sand beaches like Playa San Martin and El Mirador. Choose to visit one of two amazing theme parks: El Pueblo del Maiz for a leap back in time to discover the Mayan culture, traditions and history; a true hidden gem! Or visit Punta Sur Eco Park for breathtaking views and photo opportunities climbing its lighthouse overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Then stop by the fun filled Tortugas Beach Club for a guided snorkeling from the shore at the famous Chankanaab area and savour a mouth-watering Mexican lunch before return to your starting point. The perfect All-In-One adventure in paradise!

This is the perfect experience while visiting Cozumel on a schedule ! Drive a comfortable A/C Jeep Wrangler around the island to explore places reserved only for the locals, take a guided snorkel trip by boat, join a Tequila Tasting and enjoy a delicious Mexican lunch at the fun filled Tortugas Beach Club. Gather memories of a lifetime !

Discover the jungle and beaches of Cozumel with just your family and friends on this private self-operated Jeep tour. Follow your guide from a separate vehicle and drive into a national park to learn about the local geology and Maya history. Continue to white-sand beaches for snorkeling and enjoy a delicious lunch. These are just some of the activities and sites available. Leave the routine tours behind and design your own itinerary to include horseback riding, shopping, more sightseeing and whatever else suits your interests.

Discover the culture, food, and drinks of Cozumel on a hop-on hop-off tour of the island’s east side. Made for food and beer lovers who want to get off the beaten path, this tour visits the island’s lesser-known cantinas where you can drink with locals. Plus, with transportation covered, you don’t have to worry about holding back how much you have to drink.

Combine a lesson on preparing salsa with learning to dance salsa on this half-day tour in Cozumel. With a chef guide, you'll learn how to make guacamole, salsa, and pico de gallo. Then hit the dance floor for a salsa lesson before heading out into the Playa Mia resort to spend the day. This tour includes access to all of the resort's amenities, including the water park, pools, and watersports equipment.

See Cozumel from a soft-top Jeep on a tour exploring the very best of the island. Start by snorkeling at a gorgeous reef site, then hit the road for the trip to the Cozumel lighthouse, the Hacienda Tequila Museum, and the southern edge of the island—you can take a turn behind the wheel or let the guide do the driving. You’ll pause for a hearty Mexican lunch by the water, and enjoy some beach time and shopping before the day concludes at the Cozumel ferry or your island hotel.

We like to share a different experience based on our gastronomical culture that we carry in our blood by ancestral heritage. The Corn it’s a type of food that can be eaten in many ways and for over 9,000 years has served as food for the people of Mexico and Central America. A taco without tortilla is not a taco and it is a tradition to accompany it with chili or sauce and the meat you like the most.

This will be a gastronomic tour through 10 regions of Mexico, enjoying some of the most representative dishes. Each dish has been carefully paired with a cocktail, wine or beer, to match with its particular flavors.

Learn to make guacamole, margaritas, and ‘pico de gallo,’ a super-fresh salsa that can be as mild or spicy as you want. Since this Cozumel cooking class focuses on easy-to-make recipes that don’t require standing over a hot stove, you’ll stay cool while preparing the classic party treats. When they’re ready to enjoy, raise a chilled margarita glass to toast the occasion and enjoy an authentic Mexican snack.

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At chocolate workshop, your guide will teach you the traditional tools, including crank mills y mortars used to roast and grind cocoa seeds, as well as the process to turn those seeds into real chocolate, you will also try chocolate samples, cocoa powder, and our exclusive Chocolate Liquor. After this, experience a Mexican taco buffet. The José Cuervo distillery & Discover Mexico Park have created a comprehensive tour of the origins, history & types of tequilas produced in Jalisco Mexico. Your guide will lead you through a flight of three distinctly different Jose Cuervo tequilas Blanco, Reposado & Añejo (aged). Your guide will teach you how to make the perfect margarita, so you can share your newfound knowledge with the folks back home. Now is time for the Paplanta Flyers show- a unique aerial performance.

Treat yourself to a fabulous on-the-water experience from Cozumel. This catamaran sailing and snorkeling cruise gives you the chance to explore the marine life of Mexico, admire the scenery, and enjoy on-board service that includes Champagne, fresh fruit, lunch, and unlimited drinks and cocktails. You can snorkel over a protected reef and then relax in the boat's air-conditioned cabin or on the deck. Plus, stop at a beach to play in the water.

Immerse yourself in the flavors of Maya culture on this 4-hour tour in Cozumel. Visit a Maya village and watch how corn tortillas are handmade. Taste honey produced by Maya bees and other products prepared using ancestral traditions. At a chocolate factory, try different kinds of cacao and sip a Maya beverage called ‘chocolhaa.’ Sample tasty tequila and enjoy snorkeling. Lunch and transport from a central location are provided.