Mojo Sauce Workshop & Wine Tasting: Canary Islands

Make mojo three ways, taste it with wine

A 90-minute mojo sauce workshop at a Canary Islands winery where you make three types of sauce using traditional family recipes, then taste each one paired with a glass of young wine. The class includes a guided winery tour, runs in English or Spanish, and is open to ages 18 and up.

The Experience

You'll make coriander mojo, parsley mojo, and red mojo—three versions of the sauce that's one of Spain's seven gastronomic signatures. The chef walks you through each one using different ingredients and the family's traditional methods. While you're working, the winery serves three glasses of young wine: a Dragoblanco white paired with watercress butter; a Hollera red made by carbonic maceration, paired with almogrote; and a Monje Tradicional red paired with Canarian chorizo and wrinkled potatoes. You also get freshly baked bread with spreads, sliced cheese on toast, and bottled water.

The winery tour happens at set times—11:00 or 13:00—but the mojo workshop can run before or after, so you might make sauce at noon and tour at 1 p.m., or the other way around. A professional guide leads both parts in either English or Spanish, depending on what you choose when you book. The whole thing takes 90 to 120 minutes.

The winery is wheelchair accessible. If you have dietary needs—vegetarian, allergies, anything else—let them know at booking. Wear comfortable shoes and a coat.

What’s included

• Professional guide in English or Spanish.
• three types of mojo sauce made using traditional family recipes.
• three glasses of young wine paired with tasting foods.
• freshly baked bread with spreads, sliced cheese on toast, and wrinkled potatoes with mojo.
• guided winery tour at 11:00 or 13:00.
• bottled water.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible

Operated by Bodegas Monje Wine&Tours

Is this one for you?You make the sauce yourself with the chef's guidance, so book this if you want hands-on cooking rather than watching a demonstration. The shared class format works for solo travelers and small groups; if you prefer privacy, additional options may be available—check at booking.

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Top questions

What exactly is mojo sauce?

Mojo is a traditional Canary Islands condiment made with coriander, parsley, or other ingredients depending on the type. In this workshop you make three versions using family recipes: coriander mojo, parsley mojo, and red mojo, each with its own flavor profile.

Do I need cooking experience to join the workshop?

No. The chef guides you through the steps for each sauce so you can achieve the best flavor. The workshop is designed for anyone interested in learning, regardless of kitchen skills.

Can I choose which language the guide speaks?

Yes. The guide leads the workshop and winery tour in either English or Spanish. Let the winery know your preference when you make your booking.

What wines are included in the tasting?

Three glasses of the winery's young wines are included: Dragoblanco (white), Hollera (red made by carbonic maceration), and Monje Tradicional (red). Each is paired with a different tasting—watercress butter, almogrote, and Canarian chorizo with wrinkled potatoes.

Is there a minimum age requirement?

Yes. The workshop is available to those 18 years old and older because it includes wine tasting.

Can I buy additional food or drinks?

Yes. Beyond what's included, you can purchase additional alcoholic drinks and food at the winery during your visit.