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This tour is truly a foodie paradise, come along for a wonderful experience in Quito!
Take part in the timeless tradition of Afternoon Empanadas in Quito. Take a short walk from the metro station to the cooking class venue in Historic Quito. Taste authentic Ecuadorian and Quiteño cuisine. You will have a great in-the-know guide who will take you on a foodie adventure. Your friendly guide will entertain you with great stories about the food and local traditions.
- Make coffee the local way with a "chuspa" or cheesecloth filter.
- Entice your palate with local treats, great coffee, delicious empanadas, quimbolitos for dessert and plenty more culinary delights!
Example Menu
Starter
Ecuadorian Chuspa Coffee
We will find great Ecuadorian coffee at a local roaster and will make said coffee the traditional Quiteño way - with a chuspa.
Main
Empanadas de viento
We will have a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Ecuadorian empanadas de viento with cheese and a touch of sugar.
Dessert
Quimbolito
Quimbolitos are fluffy cakes made in an achira leave. Its a great local treat!
Starter
Canelazo - Local Cocktail
Canelazo is a tasty local cocktail made with Naranjilla juice, spices and liquor. Served hot to party all night long!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet at San Francisco Plaza Metro Station at 3 pm Your guide will have a sign in the shape of an empanada with your name on it Activity takes place in a colonial house in Old Town Quito
What to expect
Meet your guide at the San Francisco Church Metro Station and take a short walk through Old Town to a cooking class venue inside a colonial house.
Step into a kitchen that resembles a typical Quiteño kitchen, complete with knick-knacks and traditional cooking utensils. Put on an apron and chef's hat and learn how to make traditional cheese "air" empanadas, quimbolitos, and coffee made the old-school way.
Get a recipe and empanada manual to take home with you. Enjoy the company of your fellow classmates as you learn how to make empanadas in a perfect setting.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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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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