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Offered languages
- English
- Spanish
This cooking class goes far beyond preparing a recipe; it’s a cultural immersion into the heart of Colombian traditions. Instead of a commercial kitchen, you’ll cook in a warm local environment guided by a native chef who shares the stories, techniques, and identity behind each ingredient.
The experience starts with a visit to a neighborhood market or corner shop, where you’ll learn how locals choose fresh produce and discover the flavors that shape everyday Colombian cuisine. This interaction with vendors and ingredients gives a connection to Bogotá’s food culture.
Back in the kitchen, you’ll prepare a traditional dish from scratch — simple, flavorful, and rooted in Colombian heritage. As you cook, your chef explains the cultural meaning behind each element, turning the class into a journey through history, identity, and regional diversity. If you want an authentic, hands‑on experience that blends culture and delicious food, this class offers a meaningful taste of Colombia.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting Point The Cranky Croc Hostel Cl. 12d #3-56, La Candelaria, Bogotá, Colombia Instructions Once you arrive at the hostel, go to the reception desk and let them know you are here for The Bogota: Cooking Class with Market Visit and Lunch. Our guide will meet you there.
Itinerary
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1The Cranky Croc Hostel
Meet your chef at the hostel reception. Receive a brief introduction to Colombian cuisine and the plan for the cooking class and market visit.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Walk with your chef to a nearby market or corner shop. Learn about Colombian produce, local shopping habits, and how ingredients shape traditional dishes. Select fresh items for the cooking class.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3The Cranky Croc Hostel
Return to the kitchen and begin preparing a traditional Colombian dish. Your native chef guides you step by step, sharing cultural stories and culinary techniques.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4The Cranky Croc Hostel
Enjoy the dish you prepared, accompanied by a Colombian drink and dessert. Reflect on the flavors, ingredients, and traditions behind the recipe.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5The Cranky Croc Hostel
Return to the meeting point. Your chef offers final recommendations and answers questions about Colombian cuisine.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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