Cartagena 3h Colombian Home Tasting Session with a Local

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover the flavors of Colombia through a guided tasting session designed to go beyond surface-level tourism.

This small-group experience introduces you must try local foods and drinks, explained in context by a knowledgeable local host. Instead of just eating, you’ll understand how, when, and why locals enjoy these foods in their daily lives.

- Learn more about Colombia cuisine than by eating out alone

- Small group for a personal, social experience

- Ideal for food lovers, curious travelers, and culture seekers

- All tastings and drinks included

- Tasting items may vary according to season and availability

Example Menu

Starter

Coco Loco

Boozy beach‑style cocktail in a coconut, with rum, vodka, tequila, lime & condensed milk.

Main

Arepa de Huevo

Deep‑fried corn cake stuffed with egg and beef Cartagena’s breakfast icon.

Main

Patacón con Todo

Twice‑fried green plantain topped with meats, cheese, sauces & avocado

Main

Carimañola

Fried yuca roll filled with seasoned beef or cheese crispy on the outside, soft within.

Main

Butifarra

Bite‑sized pork sausage served with lime and fresh arepa for a burst of flavor.

Dessert

Cocadas

Chewy coconut confections made with panela—tropical and nostalgic.

What's Included

Intimate, home‑style setting in Cartagena’s Old City
Local drinks
Cultural context of the tasting by a local guide.
Guided tasting of Caribbean‑Coast specialties
Small‑group format (max 8) for personalized interaction
Hotel pick up or drop off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The exact meeting point will be provided by our booking manager after the purchase, and the chef will meet you there. Please contact us via Whatsapp so we can better coordinate your meeting time and location.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Begin your tasting session in a carefully selected local setting, where food is not treated as a spectacle, but as part of everyday life in Colombia.

You’ll meet your local host and a small group of fellow travelers before starting a guided tasting of traditional Colombian Caribbean foods, paired with local drinks. This experience is designed for curious eaters — no cooking skills required, just an appetite to understand how people in Cartagena actually eat.

As you taste, your host explains what each item is, when locals eat it, and why it matters culturally. You’ll learn details that rarely show up on menus or food tours, helping you decode Colombian Caribbean cuisine far beyond restaurants.

The rhythm is relaxed and social. There’s time to ask questions, compare flavors, take candid photos, and enjoy the moment without rushing from stop to stop.

You leave with a deeper understanding of Colombia food culture, real memories to share, and the confidence of our 5-star money-back guarantee.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Anybody under 18 or don't drink Alcohol? We can make Virgin versions of our drinks!
  • We can accomodate to your food allergies or intolerances, let us know in advance
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Small Group
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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