Anyone who has tasted the real, regional food of Mexico is struck by the rich complexity of this world-class cuisine. Through focused lectures, demonstrations and hands-on assignments you will learn the history, techniques and flavor profiles of various dishes in their regional settings, as well as strategies for translating classic Mexican dishes into your operation.

During hands-on production, tastings, and discussions in Classic Cuisines of Mexico: Puebla and Oaxaca, you will:

• Discover the mystery of traditional cooking from the heart of Mexico: Puebla and Oaxaca.


• Fill your kitchens with new flavors and aromas and bring the real flavors of Mexico to your guests.


• Identify, taste, and learn about the different chiles and study their uses.


• Prepare unique, complex dishes from Central (Puebla) and Southern (Oaxaxa) Mexico.


• Explore ancient and modern techniques for preparing salsas, moles, and many other dishes.


• Work with indigenous ingredients.

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