Testimoniales:

Tittle: Lovely Hotel and Cooking School Vacation
Contact: fiorentina
Place: Las vegas, Nevada

I travel for a living and work in the tourism industry so when it comes to taking my own vacation I try to choose out of the ordinary destinations. I enjoy Mexico and cooking and after doing research I decided upon Meson Sacristia. During the planning process all of my e-mail correspondence and questions to the hotel were answered in a timely manner by Elisa.

Getting to Puebla is quite easy from the USA with Continental Airlines offering flights from Houston directly to the Puebla Airport. It is so much easier than flying into Mexico City. It was a rainy night when I arrived and I was met by the charming Gerardo who had been sent by the hotel to retrieve me. Upon arrival at the hotel I was greeted warmly by the staff and given a fruity welcome cocktail. Check in was fast and efficient.

The hotel has eight rooms and I was staying in Master Suite #1 Cajonera. My suite was large and filled with antiques. It was very clean and even had a coffee maker and a plate of typical sweets made in Puebla! I found the bed to be comfortable and the room had air conditioning and a ceiling fan. While it is not hot in Puebla in August, I did appreciate having the convenience of air conditioning. The bathroom was adequate and I never had problems with water pressure or hot water. Keep in mind that this is a 250 year old property and for me it was a very charming and comfortable place to stay. The location can't be beat and is within walking distance of all of the historic center of Puebla.

I had purchased a cooking school package at Meson Sacristia. Upon my arrival I was notified that Chef Alonso, who was to be teaching the cooking class, was ill. I was quite disappointed since my main purpose of choosing this hotel and location was to attend cooking classes. Lizbet, the Public Relations representative, was very helpful and understanding and offered me alternatives to cooking classes. The hotel can arrange; painting classes, Talavera pottery making classes, photography classes and in suite spa services. Lizbet worked with me and I decided upon a walking city tour, an in suite massage and two cooking classes and a market trip with a different chef.

My private cooking classes with Chef Saul and Lizbet were wonderful. I speak spanish fluently and enjoyed my interactions with the staff. Chef Saul stressed safety and techniques in addition to teaching me how to cook authentic Mexican cuisine. The classes were very worthwhile, fun and educational. I was presented with a certificate, apron and cookbook upon completion.

All breakfasts and several dinners were included in my package. The restaurant, which is in the courtyard of the hotel, served delicious meals. The waiters were very professional and attentive. If you go during August, this is the season of Chiles En Nogada, a very special regional dish. The restaurant does an outstanding job on this dish. There is live music in the courtyard on the weekends but I did not find this to be disruptive and enjoyed the festive atmosphere.

As a woman traveling alone, I felt that the hotel staff went out of its way to make sure I was safe and cared for during my stay. I spent one week at Mesone Sacristia and I really hated to leave and hope to return as soon as possible. Puebla is a wonderful place to get away and to holiday without the throngs of tourists. I highly recommend this hotel and destination.

Tittle:“nice little hotel with great restaurant and fabulous cooking class with the chef”
Contact: ouzelchick
Place: Skagit valley, Washington

Commentary:
My husband signed us up a package at Mesones Sacristia including five days of cooking class,, city tour, six nights lodging and most of our meals. What a wonderful and diverse vacation in Puebla. Too bad that few Americans know about Puebla because we don't know what we're missing! It is also wonderful to be immersed in a Mexican city full of historical charm without being surrounded by all the rabble that tourist centers attract. The restaurant served great food every meal and by the end of the week we had tasted and learned to make a lot of the menu. The first day of class we made my favorite dish in Puebla: pollo pipian. I learned it wasn't hard to make. Three days later I had a new favorite dish: Mole poblana. Chef Alonso Hernandez is a great chef and a patient teacher with a gentle sense of humor. He accommodated my peanut allergy teaching alternative recipes so now i can eat the famous mole without problems. We also learned about vegetarian alternatives for the recipes. These are custom cooking classes par excellence. The hotel is charming and everyone working there was very helpful and accomodating. I recommend you go there and stay, and don't miss the cooking classes! We have 23 recipes to practice at home and when we perfect them, we'll be going back for more!

“Excelente, Decoracion Increible, Atencion mas alla del estandar”
Archangel_MA
23 dic 2009

Comentario:
Realmente si para nosotros hay un motivo para regresar a Puebla es el Mesón de la Sacristía, y no porque la ciudad no tenga motivos para regresar, sino porque aquí nos sentimos mejor que en muchos otros lugares del país.

Mi pareja y yo hemos decidido visitar cada estado de nuestro país, y hasta el momento (llevamos la mitad de los estados) el mejor hotel con el que nos hemos encontrado es con el Mesón. El edificio es muy acogedor, se siente ese aire colonial, las habitaciones están exquisitamente decoradas y amuebladas con artículos antiguos (que por cierto están a la venta también), el restaurante tiene una de las mejores cocinas que he probado en todo el país y qué decir del servicio...

La agencia con la que reservamos se encargó de solicitar la recepción para nuestro aniversario, por lo que nos quedamos boquiabiertos al ser bienvenidos con cientos de pétalos de rosas en el piso de la habitación, vino, frutas y dulces para degustar durante nuestra estancia. La gente del hotel, en especial en recepción fueron muy amables con nosotros, sugiriéndonos que hacer en la ciudad con todo detalle, organizando nuestros tours y poniéndonos en contacto con gente igual de amable que ellos para que nos acompañaran en nuestros recorridos.

Sencillamente el mejor hotel con el que nos hemos encontrado en nuestros viajes por ciudades coloniales. Gracias amigos de Mesón de la Sacristía.

Title: fantastico.
2009
Contact: Brooklynfoodie20
Place;Brooklynfoodie, NY

Commentary:
A friend and I just returned from a wonderful stay at Meson Sacristia in Puebla, Mexico. We purchased the amazingly reasonable 5 day cooking class package, which included airport transport, breakfast, daily cooking classes followed by a lunch of our labors, dinners at the hotel, a massage, free entrance to the Amparo museum, and tours of a local food market, Puebla City, and nearby Cholula.
The package can be purchased directly from the hotel website.
Puebla is a Colonial gem. Lively, safe, inexpensive, easy to navigate, and welcoming, with spectacular cathedrals, great shopping, and fantastic local cusine.

Meson Sacristia is a beautifully restored Colonial mansion in the historic center, within walking distance of all important sights. The rooms, which overlook the light-filled inner courtyard restaurant, are filled with antiques and original details. Ask for a room that opens onto the street, and you'll have a little balcony to step out on. The inner rooms are not as light and open, but have "port holes" of stained glass that open onto the courtyard and back of the hotel. Not a problem for me at all.
Without exception, the hotel staff were helpful and gracious. Rarely have I felt so well taken care of.
Chef Alonso and PR Assistant/translator Lizbeth were wonderful and patient teachers. The daily cooking classes were extremely well organized, stress-free, and fun. I've done my fare share of Mexican cooking at home, and have read a considerable amount about Mexican cuisine, but I did not find the classes overly elementary or complex - just right for a relaxing kitchen travel experience.
There are various cooking packages available, and Lizbet and the hotel staff are able to arrange a schedule to meet visitors' needs.
If you're considering Mexico as a travel destination, I highly recommend Puebla and Meson Sacristia. Gracias Lizbet and Alonso for an unforgettable vacation!

tittle:“mis resultados de un hotel con encanto con las comidas y las clases de cocina”
Contact: Bárbara y Dave Stein dave11347
Place: Merion, Pa. Estados Unidos 15 oct 2009

No soy uno para los hoteles caros o todo incluido con las comidas. Me decidí a prueba este de un foro en TripAdvisor. Me registré en la página web, y quería que visitar Puebla de todos modos. Mi esposa siempre quería que hacer las clases de cocina, así que me decidí a ir allí.

Todos los empleados eran una auténtica delicia estar alrededor, que muestran todo respeto. Nuestra habitación era muy diferente, con antigüedades por todas partes en la habitación. Nuestra ventana daba a la zona de comedor y pensé que era muy cool.

Nuestro paquete incluía desayuno y cena, lo que quisiéramos desde el menú. Nos lo clasifico el restaurante con una clasificación de 5 estrellas. Ahora lo mejor para la última. chef Alonzo y Elizbeth nos guió a través 15 horas de lecciones de cocina. Nos enteramos la mayoría de las comidas de la sopa de postre, incluyendo bebidas y también una jugada especial de baile desde el chef cuando hacer que los margaritas, muy importante parte de la receta. Una cosa que no me contar en era comer lo que hizo para el almuerzo. Así que en realidad teníamos 3 comidas la mayoría de los días.

Teníamos el transporte hacia el aeropuerto con Don Domingo. Tuvimos un par de excursiones, incluyendo uno de Cholula. Y que cada uno tenía 30 minutos de masaje relajante.

en general, fue de siete noches maravillosas y se lo recomendaría a todos. Gracias Elisa para todos los correos electrónicos y de relaciones públicas son excelentes.

LONELY PLANET
2009
Contact: londonmermaid

comentary:I second the course at Meson Sacristia de Compania in Puebla. We went in February. It was really affordable, around $1000 for two of us, including everything, hotel, meals, entirely private cooking class, etc for a whole week. It was really phenomenal. The hotel was gorgeous, our room was stunning, the service was amazing, and the food was excellent... Puebla is a very beautiful town, and there are many side trips to be had. It really was one of the best trips I've had...

contact: lapiegirl
2009

Comentary:After living in Puebla for a year we took this course at the Meson Sacrisitia de la Compania because we wanted to do something special our last weekend. It was more money than we would usually spend on something but we really enjoyed it. In our three hour class we were the only people, and the teachers are both the restaurants main chef and an assistant who will translate if you want. We learned basic techniques for cooking on a comal and made chalupas with red and green salsas, mole poblano, and agua de jamaica. For what it's worth, I think that mole poblano is much more delicious than chiles en nogada!

Fecha: Tue, 3 Jun 2008 10:49:01 -0700 (PDT)
Asunto: GRACIAS
País: United States

Elisa:

We cannot express our gratitude enough for a WONDERFUL
week in Puebla. Our entire experience was flawless and beautiful, and it is not an exaggeration to say that my feelings about Mexico have changed so much......I cannot wait to return.

We are especially grateful to you for your assistance with everything. You could not have been more charming, helpful, organized, and lovely, and your assistance was always available without being pushy or forceful. THANK YOU!!!!

I will be happy to write about our experience on Trip Advisor. Also, Elisa, I was serious about promoting your cooking school to people I know in Japan. I will be going to Japan in the fall and I will talk about Mexico all the time! Perhaps someday I can join with a japanese group and help with translation, and I am
certain it would be a very good time for everyone.

If you come to San Francisco, please please let Alex and I know.......We will treat you like a queen, and do everything we can to make your trip here interesting, fun, and memorable. And I am sure Alex and I can cook you a fantastic dinner (not mexican of course!!).

Sincerely,
Harvey Segalove

Fecha: Sat, 31 May 2008 11:59:39 -0500
Asunto: Re: Thank You Cooking Class!
País: United States

Buenos Dias Eisa

We really enjoyed the cooking class. I was a really novice cook and have learned a lot from Chef Alongso. Roger, too. The recipes are really good as they are so efficiently organized and we have been shown step-by-step so excellently by Chef and really well interpreted by you. We are off to Singapore soon and will try our hands at the recipes we learned when we get back to Hawaii in July. We will send you the photos when we have sorted them out. We took 6 gigabytes of photos from Mexico!! . Don't forget to come visit us in Hawaii.
Again, muchos gracias to Chef Alongso and you.
Keng and Roger.

Fecha: Tue, 25 Mar 2008 05:40:35 +0000
Asunto: RE: Thank You Cooking Class!
País: United States

Dear Elisa,
Thank you for providing our group with such a wonderful cooking experience at the Mesones Sacristia kitchen. We appreciated that the cooking lesson was well organized and professional. All our students truly loved the experience. Several students bought chocolate and jamaica flowers to take home. The cooking lesson was a great introduction to the fabulous cuisine of Puebla, MX.
Thank you again.

Regards,
Nancy Aleo

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