Arcos High School Abroad Program: Ancestral Flavors - A Oaxacan Culinary Journey

A FUN AND IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE INTO THE WORLD OF OAXACA'S CULINARY ARTS! Travel to the epicenter of Mexican cooking and cuisine: Oaxaca! Delve into the fun and the culinary history of the region. This program revolves around pre-Hispanic gastronomy and cooking techniques that are still alive and in-use today. Learn about the rituals of the kitchen, visit together as a group the vibrant open-air markets and gain an insight into the art of selecting fresh ingredients to prepare and enjoy traditional dishes. Prior Spanish knowledge is not necessary for this program since the very nature of the workshops is an excellent introductory course to the language and a great way to learn it while having fun.