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Hola hola,
Grias eich!
We are an Austrian-Mexican couple living in the southern part of Mexico City with our family. Johanna (Austrian) is pastry chef and baker, she is starting her own business now. We are only at the very beginning so we could use some extra hands to make it work.
Tomas is the Mexican in our relationship and always doing new projects. He is our maintenance guy and knows a lot about electrician, woodwork, plumbing etc. If you are also interested in repairing, renovating or construction, you are more than welcome to bring your talent.
We speak Spanish, English and German fluently if that is of any importance for you!
Btw. we adopted our cute dog Vivi, so it’s definitely a must to like pets ;)
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
House & pet sitting
Interests
Technology
Self development
Pets
Events & social
Hitchhiking
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Architecture
Animals
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Dancing
Beach
Adventure sports
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We don’t want to have free workers, but a cultural exchange, we’d like to eat together, maybe present you our family here, party together and just having fun. We have traveled also a lot and done many workaways around the world and know what it’s like to be far away from home. We want to make you feel comfortable and experience the real Mexico. As an Austrian I’m also excited to show you some of my culture/food. During your stay with us, our house is your home. The minimum stay with us is one month, we made the experience that you need at least this time to really get into the spirit and lifestyle of one place.
If we are working good together and you want to stay longer we can decide this after ;)
If you are interested do not write us a long message made by AI, leave a short message with 3 main reasons why you want to stay with us and think you are a good fit. Start the message with your favorite colour to see if you read the profile up to here. Happy to hear from you!
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Help
So to sum up we need people who are flexible, willing to help, reliable and independent worker.
The tasks can be cleaning, going to the market, cooking our food, some garden tasks, plumbing, taking Vivi for a walk (or even train her if you are a professional) woodwork or even construction.
Whatever you guys are up to and talented in. We are very happy with people who bring their own ideas on the project. We don’t expect you to do highly complicated stuff you’ve never done before, if there is such thing we help you, explain you or do it together.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Accommodation
We live in an apartement in a very mexican, authentic area, close to the airport. But we also move around a lot and always take our workaways with us. Which means you have a super mexican experience. We care about your safety, we never put you in dangerous places or situations. If you are not ready to enjoy the different kind of places in Mexico (not the touristic areas) this is not the right place for you. You can have an amazing time with us and our family if you are open minded and spontaneous and immerse yourself 100% into the culture!!
You maybe would have to share the room with another workaway, you have your own bathroom.
You can use the kitchen to cook your own stuff, but we expect you to clean after yourself. We provide ingredients for two meals and breakfast. You’re part of the family in this time, check out the fridge ;)
You have all kind of shops nearby, farmacy, food market, bakery, etc.
Please also have in mind Mexico City is huuuge, everywhere you go takes quite a while. Which is also why it’s difficult to make a proper timetable, we depend on the flow of the city.
What else ...
We are already in Mexico State, it‘s a non-touristic area with many food markets, the public transport is very essy to use and takes you directly to the city center.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Vivi
Host ref number: 666189112214
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27 Mar 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Franziska)
Franzi is a very happy, joyful and positive soul. She was so helpful with the bakery, plumbing, cleaning and dog sitting. Wherever you need her she has the motivation and initiative!
We connected from the beginning and even Vivi loved her immediatley. Whatever you need her to do she showed the energy and was ready to work. Also in our free time we… read more
We connected from the beginning and even Vivi loved her immediatley. Whatever you need her to do she showed the energy and was ready to work. Also in our free time we… read more
(Excellent
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3 Jan 2026
Left by Workawayer (Sunny) for host
Joanna and Tomas are very nice people. I got Joanna's message at the last min, I almost get on the flight to Mexico city and she called me by whats app, she can host me. But I already got another host after couple days. Joanna needs help on 26th which is I will go another host's home taking care dogs and house. But we made it!! I only stay with… read more
29 Dec 2025
Left by Workawayer (Fumino) for host
They will give you a warm welcome.
The lovely memories I have here are a happy part of my life, and I was so lucky to have had the opportunity to learn about various cooking and baking methods under her guidance and with her help!I want to come back soon!!;)
Thank you sooo much!! And I respect you !
The lovely memories I have here are a happy part of my life, and I was so lucky to have had the opportunity to learn about various cooking and baking methods under her guidance and with her help!I want to come back soon!!;)
Thank you sooo much!! And I respect you !
28 Dec 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Fumino)
Fumino is just the cutest human beeing. We only got to host her for one week but would have loved to have her longer. She is so positive, happy, grateful and very supportive. She helped with christmas cookies, catering stuff, cleaning, shopping etc. We had a great and fun time with her. I hope she comes back soon, you are always welcome ❤️
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27 Mar 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Franziska)
Franzi is a very happy, joyful and positive soul. She was so helpful with the bakery, plumbing, cleaning and dog sitting. Wherever you need her she has the motivation and initiative!
We connected from the beginning and even Vivi loved her immediatley. Whatever you need her to do she showed the energy and was ready to work. Also in our free time we… read more
We connected from the beginning and even Vivi loved her immediatley. Whatever you need her to do she showed the energy and was ready to work. Also in our free time we… read more
(Excellent)
3 Jan 2026
Left by Workawayer (Sunny) for host
Joanna and Tomas are very nice people. I got Joanna's message at the last min, I almost get on the flight to Mexico city and she called me by whats app, she can host me. But I already got another host after couple days. Joanna needs help on 26th which is I will go another host's home taking care dogs and house. But we made it!! I only stay with… read more
29 Dec 2025
Left by Workawayer (Fumino) for host
They will give you a warm welcome.
The lovely memories I have here are a happy part of my life, and I was so lucky to have had the opportunity to learn about various cooking and baking methods under her guidance and with her help!I want to come back soon!!;)
Thank you sooo much!! And I respect you !
The lovely memories I have here are a happy part of my life, and I was so lucky to have had the opportunity to learn about various cooking and baking methods under her guidance and with her help!I want to come back soon!!;)
Thank you sooo much!! And I respect you !
28 Dec 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Fumino)
Fumino is just the cutest human beeing. We only got to host her for one week but would have loved to have her longer. She is so positive, happy, grateful and very supportive. She helped with christmas cookies, catering stuff, cleaning, shopping etc. We had a great and fun time with her. I hope she comes back soon, you are always welcome ❤️
(Excellent)
28 Dec 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Meganne & Simon)
Meganne and Simon are a very creative, active, caring and supportive couple. We really enjoyed to have them around, they showed initiative and participated in our projects each with their own skills.
Whatever work you give them they will do it with full effort, I’m especially thankful for the oven-cleaning. Never has been so clean 😅 also had… read more
Whatever work you give them they will do it with full effort, I’m especially thankful for the oven-cleaning. Never has been so clean 😅 also had… read more
(Excellent)
19 Dec 2025
Left by Workawayer (Meganne & Simon) for host
Thank you so much Johanna and Tomas! Getting here from the airport is easy with an Uber or the metro. The neighborhood is very peaceful and safe, and there’s a huge shopping mall just a 5 minute walk away.
We stayed in a semi-open room that also serves as their daily kitchen storage. From day one, they are very clear about the pace, everything is… read more
We stayed in a semi-open room that also serves as their daily kitchen storage. From day one, they are very clear about the pace, everything is… read more
28 Dec 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Berfin)
We connected with Berfin from the very first day. Unfortunately we only were able to host her for two weeks, but it felt like a month. So many great memories we created with her. She is 100% up to live the local life rather than rush from one sightseeing point to another. Berfin adapted very fast and helped with enthusiasm. We didn’t have to tell… read more
(Excellent)
16 Dec 2025
Left by Workawayer (Berfin) for host
I don’t even know where to start. I had an amazing time with Johanna and Tomas. From the very first day I felt at home, not like a volunteer, but like part of the family. We shared life together: cooked, cleaned, ate (sometimes too much 😄), had fun and played games…
They are incredibly generous, fun, kind and inspiring. Thanks to them, my trip… read more
They are incredibly generous, fun, kind and inspiring. Thanks to them, my trip… read more
28 Nov 2025
Left by Workawayer (Shio77) for host
Johanna and Tomas were super welcoming, and shared beautiful experience with me. Everyday was so flexible and they explained well that it would be like that on the day one- The house was located very good location where I could easily visit city when I wanted. Johanna was such a passionate hard working woman that I really respect, and Tomas was… read more
27 Oct 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Shio77)
Shiori stayed two weeks with us, everybody loved her including our dog Vivi. She would help wherever, whenever we needed her to. I really enjoyed her company and hear about her mindset and lifestyle. She helped with some construction work, kitchen, cleaning in generell but also walking our dog. We went partying, to markets and she cooked amazing… read more
(Excellent)
8 Oct 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Sunshine & Logan)
Logan and Sunshine stayed two weeks with us. From the beginning we had a good vibe with them and got along very well.
They are happy and positive people. Unfortunately Sunshine got sick the first week and had to stay home. But Logan compensated with his hard work and motivation at all time. He helped a lot with my future bakery, electric… read more
They are happy and positive people. Unfortunately Sunshine got sick the first week and had to stay home. But Logan compensated with his hard work and motivation at all time. He helped a lot with my future bakery, electric… read more
(Excellent)
8 Oct 2025
Left by Workawayer (Sunshine & Logan) for host
I am so grateful that our first workaway was with Tomás and Johanna. They were incredibly welcoming and we felt so taken care of in the busy Mexico City. I found the work rewarding and worthwhile, teaching us new skills each day. They taught us how to navigate the city and introduced us to the best food of our lives! As beginner Spanish learners,… read more
4 Jul 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Anna from the first moment we talked to her on videochat was so likeable. She is funny, friendly, very helpful person. She came to our home when we were on vacation and took cake of our dog Vivi and the house for one week. Unfortunately we couldn’t spend many days together but she was always updating me, helping with whatever was necessary. I… read more
(Excellent)
16 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Julia & Richard) for host
Staying in Mexico city with Johanna and Tomas was the highlight of our 7 Months trip.
We went and Stayed during the hollidays and learned so much of Mexican culture, food, tianguis, baking, building and demolition.
But most of all, we learned that they absolutely love what they do with their hearts. From the first moment that we arrived we felt… read more
We went and Stayed during the hollidays and learned so much of Mexican culture, food, tianguis, baking, building and demolition.
But most of all, we learned that they absolutely love what they do with their hearts. From the first moment that we arrived we felt… read more
2 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Julia & Richard)
The cutest workaway couple!
Richi and Julia have the most amazing vibe, they are always happy and ready to help with whatever you need. They were always interested in culture and our family, the kids and dogs loved them and keep asking for them. In the month they stayed with us they we turned good friends and had so much fun together. We… read more
Richi and Julia have the most amazing vibe, they are always happy and ready to help with whatever you need. They were always interested in culture and our family, the kids and dogs loved them and keep asking for them. In the month they stayed with us they we turned good friends and had so much fun together. We… read more
(Excellent)
16 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Magdalena & Laara) for host
We were here for about three weeks, and it was amazing! The city is full of life; there are so many opportunities to experience Mexican culture. The people we got to know were so nice and helpful, and we always had the chance to learn something new.
With Johanna, we learned many new things in the kitchen, like different kinds of dough, cakes,… read more
With Johanna, we learned many new things in the kitchen, like different kinds of dough, cakes,… read more
15 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Magdalena & Laara)
Magda and Lara are two super cute austrian travellers who want to explore countries helping others and immersing themselves in the authentic culture. Magda is amazing in the kitchen, she sees the work without telling her, she is literally unstoppable. Lara is a big dog lover and always cleaning the house even though I didn’t tell her to. Both are… read more
(Excellent)
15 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Théo & Mathis) for host
Johanna y Tomas son geniales! Desde nuestra llegada, nos hicieron sentir inmediatamente cómodos. Son súper acogedores y siempre están atentos a nosotros. Siempre de buen humor, nos motivan aún más a trabajar y a compartir momentos con ellos.
Un gran agradecimiento también a la familia de Tomas, que nos recibió como si fuéramos parte de la suya.… read more
Un gran agradecimiento también a la familia de Tomas, que nos recibió como si fuéramos parte de la suya.… read more
15 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Théo & Mathis)
We recommend Theo and Mathis to everyone who is looking for good, motivated and supportive helpers. Both never say no, they help whenever you need it. Also they got along very well with our family, the kids loved them. Since we spent christmas and new years together we got really close and consider them good friends now. They are always welcome to… read more
(Excellent)
15 Dec 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Isabella)
Bella stayed with us very short time but we would have loved to had her much longer. She always tried to interact with our whole family, they loved having her around. Everything we asked her to help us she did without any hesitation and even when she already have left she did some amazing social media work for us. She became a friend to us and we… read more
(Excellent)
13 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Isabella) for host
I loved my Workaway with Jo and Tom!
They are great - so hospitable, so kind, lots of fun at all times. We spent time living la vita local in CDMX and also took a really cool trip to a nearby mountain town over the weekend. Helping Jo set up the bakery in the morning was early but great. Finding time to make some social content and posts amidst… read more
They are great - so hospitable, so kind, lots of fun at all times. We spent time living la vita local in CDMX and also took a really cool trip to a nearby mountain town over the weekend. Helping Jo set up the bakery in the morning was early but great. Finding time to make some social content and posts amidst… read more
9 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Melanie) for host
I spent an exceptional month with Johanna, Tomás and their family! I met some incredibly welcoming, warm and generous people with a great sense of humour and energy! Johanna and Tomás quickly put me at ease. I quickly felt like a member of their family. 🥰 They introduced me to Mexican food (and Austrian too, of course 😅), taught me the basics of… read more
14 Oct 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Melanie)
First of all, Melanie is an incredibly positive, happy and warm soul. She is always smiling and very dedicated to the tasks you give her. Everything she does, she does with love and passion. She’s interested, loving and caring. Easily to make friends with and always willing to help. She stayed with us one month and became family to us. Everyone… read more
(Excellent)
24 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jonas) for host
I appreciated the two weeks with Johanna and Tomás. They are really kind souls. After a very short time I felt a bit like a part of the family, that's around helping and spending time with anybody around. I got really in touch with the daily life in CDMX, the food and the culture . They showed me a lot of marvellous things around the city, while I… read more
22 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Lison & Elise) for host
I had a very good time with Johanna and Tomas !
I got sick the day I came in and Johanna was a real anger and made sure I rested and felt okay. The atmosphere in the house is really enjoyable and their dog is also adorable!
I was there way too short but I hope to come back one day :)
I got sick the day I came in and Johanna was a real anger and made sure I rested and felt okay. The atmosphere in the house is really enjoyable and their dog is also adorable!
I was there way too short but I hope to come back one day :)
20 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Lison & Elise)
Lison was with us for very short time, she was quiet at first but it’s totally worth it to get to know her better. It’s great to hear her travelstorys, she’s been around a lot. She was always happy to help us in whatever we needed. Our dog Vivi loved her, she would always play with her and even took her to the park for a whole afternoon. We… read more
(Excellent)
2 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Joseph) for host
I had a really good time with Johanna and Tomas. I’m really happy I was able to help them out with their restaurant and experience the life with them for a couple of weeks. I especially liked the neighbourhood of their home. It was very relaxed and we went to some amazing places for food and it was very interesting. Johanna and Tomas are super… read more
30 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Joseph)
We had a great experience with Joey! He is super helpful, pays attention all the time, happy to learn spanish and not shy at all. Our family loved to have him around. It was a short time he stayed with us but we are always happy to host him again. He did some great work and was always willing to help at any time. Highly recommended!! All the best… read more
(Excellent)
26 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jessica) for host
Johana and Tomas are awesome people and hosts. They made me feel like family from the start and am thankful to have made such good friends from this cultural experience. Both are warm, down to earth, intelligent people with a lot positive energy and a love for good food and Mexican culture but have and welcome the international vibe. We got to… read more
26 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica)
Jessica is a great person! She is helpful in any situation, you don’t have to tell her what to do, she just know’s even when she was not in a very good shape her positive energy was always there. Jess is quick in learning new things, we hung out together, went to markets, had amazing food and great talks. I consider her a friend now and in her… read more
(Excellent)
26 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Rory & Melody)
I’m very sorry that the situation was not as excepted as we had some family issues but we’re so very grateful with Mel and Rory that anyhow they were so helpful and full of energy.
Successfully we put together the new floor in our workaway room. They were always motivated and happy to help.
We went out together, went to the market, eat amazing… read more
Successfully we put together the new floor in our workaway room. They were always motivated and happy to help.
We went out together, went to the market, eat amazing… read more
(Excellent)
29 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Nina & Pierre)
Nina and Pierre were very special workawayers, because finally I could speak in my home language again :D
Both are very helpful and take their own initiative, even we didn’t give them a proper thing to do they always find a way to help you, we appreciated that a lot.
But also on a friendship basis it was very much fun, we went partying together,… read more
Both are very helpful and take their own initiative, even we didn’t give them a proper thing to do they always find a way to help you, we appreciated that a lot.
But also on a friendship basis it was very much fun, we went partying together,… read more
(Excellent)
25 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Nina & Pierre) for host
Johanna and Tomás are lovely, funny and kind people and it was a pleasure to stay at their house, where we felt really comfortable.
We cooked together, played cards, went partying, played with Johanna's dog Vivi (which is so cute) and also watched Lucha Libre together! So if you have the chance to stay with these two, than you should definitely do… read more
We cooked together, played cards, went partying, played with Johanna's dog Vivi (which is so cute) and also watched Lucha Libre together! So if you have the chance to stay with these two, than you should definitely do… read more
23 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Dana & Nicola) for host
We had an amazing first experience with workaway thanks to Johanna and Tomas.
Both of them welcomed us very heartwarming in their home. We shared lots of delicious food, fun parties and exciting conversations. Also, they gave us interesting insights in the Mexican culture, what we really appreciated :-)
We can highly recommend Johanna & Tomas as… read more
Both of them welcomed us very heartwarming in their home. We shared lots of delicious food, fun parties and exciting conversations. Also, they gave us interesting insights in the Mexican culture, what we really appreciated :-)
We can highly recommend Johanna & Tomas as… read more
12 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Dana & Nicola)
Dana and Nico are such warm and open people. Not only that Dana helped me a lot during 2 months in a very stressful time, also we enjoyed going to the market and partying together. They truly live the workaway spirit, helping whatever you need but also having the cultural exchange, we loved to hang out with both and sharing travel stories. I think… read more
(Excellent)
12 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sandra)
We had some very fun days with Sandi. Cooking, chatting, drinking wine, cleaning the kitchen, hiking … she is very easy going and always up for any adventure. She never says no and would help us with everything we asked her too. Also she was very nice with our dog Vivi, she took her for a walk and played with her. We definitely recommend you to… read more
(Excellent)
28 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lucille) for host
My stay with Johanna and Thomas was my first Workaway experience, and it was a fantastic one! Johanna introduced me to Austrian bakery, and it was a pleasure to assist her as I am also a baker. Thomas and Johanna invited me to spend the weekend with their family. I was warmly welcomed and had excellent moments with them. They always suggested I… read more
26 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucille)
Thank you so much for everything! Lucille is an amazing french baker, she helped me so much with everything. She didn’t ask what to do, she saw the work and just did it without hesitating. Such as cleaning, baking, washing, repairing etc. I’m very sorry that it was such a busy time and we couldn’t take her to many places. Even though we had nice… read more
(Excellent)
28 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Philippa Caroline)
Pippa is such a simple, warm and fun person. We went dancing together, baked cookies and watched grey’s anatomy. All our family liked to have her around, she’s so helpful and kind. Highly recommend her for any host who is open for culture exchange!
(Excellent)
11 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Philippa Caroline) for host
Johanna and Tomas are exactly the kind of people you want to meet. Fun, energetic, full of ideas. They made me feel so very welcome and immediately at ease. Tomas made me an electrician, and Johanna let me get involved in some of her wonderful baking. I’m so greatful to have met them!!
26 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Alihan Mark) for host
Johanna and Tom are very sweet , welcoming and funny people. I've stayed with them more than actually I have planned.There was always new things to do and It was always funny and pleasant with them. Thanks to Tom and Johanna , my time in Mexico City was unforgettable!!
26 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Alihan Mark)
Ali came to us very spontaneous, he helped us in many things as garden, construction, lights, delievery, carpenting and many more. He is a fun person you will love to spend time with him! He was so fast in learning spanish and always was interested in our culture and learning more, all our family got used to him so fast. We really liked having Ali… read more
(Excellent)
15 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Freya)
Freya and Jacob are very calm and nice company. We loved to have them around and chat and exchange our experiences. They cooked for us, helped us in the garden and household. Freya was so nice with our niece doing homework together!
We spend some really nice days together, they always helped us sweeping the floor, washing dishes without even… read more
We spend some really nice days together, they always helped us sweeping the floor, washing dishes without even… read more
(Excellent)
13 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Freya) for host
Both Johanna and Tomas were extremely friendly and welcoming from the moment we walked into their home. The work schedule was very relaxed and fair - helping with housework, cooking some meals for them, and the odd bigger job. Their focus was on socialising and exploring the city, and they took us to see many parts of CDMX that we probably would… read more
