We will meet you at the chocolate shop of Etnofood, our workshop in Downtown Oaxaca, located at Xicotencatl 609, Col. Downtown 6 blocks from the city center.
Description
Immerse yourself in an authentic experience around traditional Oaxacan cocoa and chocolate, guided by a native Oaxaca chocolatier with deep ancestral knowledge. In this practical workshop you will learn about the cultural origin of cocoa, its historical relevance in Mexico and the artisan process that transforms the bean into chocolate, as it has been done for generations.
Throughout the experience, you will work directly with cocoa beans: you will learn to roast, hull, grind and refine cocoa, while discovering its unique aromas, textures and flavors. The workshop places special emphasis on Oaxacan traditions and the cultural value of chocolate as food, ritual and living heritage.
To close the experience, you will make your own Oaxacan chocolate bar, molded and packed by you, which you can take with you as a memory of genuine, sensory and deeply connected learning with the earth and its people.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
Start times
9:30 AM and 3:00 PM
Next available
Tue, Oct 13
Adult (ages 6–65)
$61
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Oaxacan Chocolate Tablet Workshop
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Instructor in Spanish and English
Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
6 reviews
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How it compares in Oaxaca City
Starting price $61 is 22% above the typical $50 for tours of similar length in Oaxaca City
Excurgo comparison of 539 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Oaxacan Chocolate Tablet Workshop take?
Oaxacan Chocolate Tablet Workshop lasts about 2h 30min.
How much does Oaxacan Chocolate Tablet Workshop cost?
Prices start at $61 per person for this Oaxaca City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Oaxacan Chocolate Tablet Workshop run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 9:30 AM and 3:00 PM.
Can I cancel Oaxacan Chocolate Tablet Workshop for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We will meet you at the chocolate shop of Etnofood, our workshop in Downtown Oaxaca, located at Xicotencatl 609, Col. Downtown 6 blocks from the city center. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Oaxacan Chocolate Tablet Workshop worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Etnofood Experiencias.
Reviews(6)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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charooc
July 21, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Highly recommended workshop
We did this as a family with our 8-year-old son, and it was one of the highlights of our trip. Everything about it worked — the hands-on chocolate-making process, the tasting, the setting — but what really made it special was our instructor, Edgar.
Edgar was genuinely warm and full of energy the entire time, and he had a wonderful way with kids. Rather than just letting our son tag along, he gave him real ownership over parts of the process, which made him so proud and engaged. Edgar also taught us a few words in Xapotet along the way, which added a lovely layer of cultural connection to the experience. Highly recommended!
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310uvam
May 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Very neat and educational experience
This was such a fun a neat experience. I really enjoyed learning about real chocolate and getting to make it. Edgar was very friendly and good to work with. I would recommend this experience when visiting Oaxaca.
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994maiaw
March 23, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Informativo, divertido y sabroso!/Informative, fun, and delicious!
Hice la clase de chocolate con Pablo! Aprendí y me divertí mucho (y ahora tengo chocolate sabroso). Pablo tuvo mucha paciencia con mi español (quería practicar) y explicó cosas de maneras alternativas y en inglés cuando necesario. Lo recomiendo!
I did the chocolate class with Pablo! I learned a lot and had tons of fun (and now have delicious chocolate. Pablo had lots of patience with my Spanish (I wanted to practice) and he explained things in multiple ways and in English as needed. I recommend it!
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Z5209CWjuttam
February 22, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Making chocolate yourself - a great experience!
Great experience! We made chocolate ourselves and got many good explanations on the subject of ‘chocolate’. The guide knew a lot about it and was totally committed.
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clementev2026
January 31, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
I beat chocolate 🍫
Excellent experience, the teacher was very friendly and presented the information and instructions in an easy to understand way. Thank you!
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Lin T
January 30, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A highlight of the trip!
This was such a great experience. Our instructors were so nice and explained everything. They had wonderful visual aids to explain the history. Then we actually got to make chocolate from scratch, starting with the cacao beans! We made hot chocolate and little chocolate skulls, which we got to take home. It was so much fun and a highlight of the trip. Definitely recommend!
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