Cooking with the Seasons with Chef Vivian Mercado

Week of June 20, 2026

Celebrate the flavors of the season with this hands-on cooking class inspired by our organic farm. You’ll learn to prepare fresh, seasonal recipes along with Ranch classics that honor nature’s rhythms rooted in the Rancho La Puerta philosophy of wellness, sustainability, and farm-to-table living.

Cooking with the Seasons invites guests to explore recipes that highlight fresh, seasonal ingredients many sourced directly from our organic farm.

Whether you’re a passionate home cook or just starting your culinary journey, you’ll leave with practical skills, inspiration, and a deeper connection to nature through food.

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Tuesday 11:00 am – 2:30 pm
Capacity: 14 guests
Price: $100 USD, tax included

 

Chef Vivian Mercado is a young culinary talent with roots deeply intertwined with the vibrant flavors of her homeland, Baja California. Graduating from the Culinary School at the University of Baja California UABC in Ensenada, Vivian embarked on a culinary journey that began by honing her skills at a wholesome meal prep kitchen.  Eager to explore the diverse tapestry of local Baja flavors, she took the role of a young manager at a culinary venture, where she delved into the realms of local wines, specialty coffee and artisanal bread.  After three enriching years, Vivian returned to Tecate, where she found her culinary sanctuary at Rancho La Puerta.  Starting at Tierra Alegre Juice Bar, Vivian delighted our guests with delicious and nutritious smoothies and cold pressed juice creations; a year later she had the opportunity to join the main Rancho La Puerta kitchen as Sous Chef for three years.   Now, at La Cocina que Canta, Head Chef Vivian brings her expertise, creativity, and unwavering passion for culinary excellence to every dish she crafts, to every class she teaches.