Perfect Pairings: Mexico City & Oaxaca

Let this ultimate adventure begin. Starting at the stylish and utterly charming Las Alcobas hotel located in the heart of Mexico City’s fashionable Polanco district, close to excellent restaurants, boutiques and fascinating museums. 
Start as you mean to go on with your first exclusive experience, an out of hours private tour of the National Museum of Anthropology. You will have exclusive access to the fascinating artifacts from various cultures that once thrived in Mesoamerica. While you observe the intricate craftsmanship, your guide will explain the legend of the five suns that is depicted in the stone. You will also explore replica temples and the tomb of King Pakal found at Palenque in Chiapas as well as learning about the ancient ball game that was played across Mesoamerica. After this utterly thrilling tour, return to the hotel to relax for the evening. You will be spoilt with the delicious food here, with two restaurants to choose from. Anatol, a fine-dining destination presided over by renowned chef Justin Ermini, and a cantina-style restaurant Dulce Patria, whose menu and cocktails are designed by the famous Martha Ortiz.

Feeling well rested the following morning head to the Medellin Market, in the heart of La Roma, for a bespoke and hands-on market experience along with a private cooking class with two locally renowned chefs. With a shopping bag in tow, you will interact with local merchants, taste spices, cheeses, ice cream, single origin coffee from Chiapas, and much more. After tasting and selecting the finest fresh ingredients your hands-on cooking lesson begins. Culinary secrets and techniques are shared during this interactive gathering while you chop, grill, marinate to create a 3-course menu. Once completed, dine on your creations paired with Mexican wine and a tasting of craft Mezcal from Oaxaca.

After your exquisite few days the following morning you will be transferred to the airport for your short flight to your next destination, Oaxaca.