Pura Vida Cooking Class in La Fortuna (From farm to table)

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Being a Good Tourist you must “Try and learn to prepare local cuisine.”
If you are visiting a new country and you want to learn about its customs and traditions, you need to look into their meals and popular recipes. We are what we eat, so the best way to understand Costa Ricans, is taking traditional cooking classes. Come and discover the Costa Rican kitchen with us. Have fun in this fascinating tour that will allow you to take new recipes home to prepare for your family and friends.

Example Menu

Starter

Yuca Chips

Main

Gallo Pinto

our traditional breakfast, which is a combination of rice, beans, special sauces, garlic, onions, and diced sweet peppers.

Starter

Patacones

Main

Annatto Chicken

What's Included

Fresh ingredients to pick up
Apron
Available for sale

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please note that our reservations team Will contact you in advance to confirm your exact pickup time at your lodging. EXTRA Cost: Arenal Lodge Arenal Observatory Chachagua Rainforest Hideaway Rio Celeste Linda Vista Del Norte Lost Iguana Resort and Spa Rancho Margot El Tucano The Springs Resort and Spa Volcano Gold

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Meeting point

Main Office is located upstairs of Lava Rocks Restaurant, beside La Fortuna Church. La Fortuna, San Carlos, Alajuela.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Enjoy a culinary experience that highlights the authentic flavors of Costa Rican cuisine at La Finquita Farm, an ecological farm that applies sustainable agricultural techniques and promotes the responsible use of natural resources. Its plantations grow products such as cassava, plantain, sugarcane, corn, and various vegetables, which are an essential part of the experience.
The activity begins with a guided tour of the farm, where participants will learn about the cultivation process and harvest fresh, seasonal ingredients directly from the garden. These ingredients will later be used to prepare a traditional recipe: “gallina achiotada”, a typical Costa Rican dish.
During the class, participants will learn how to prepare this dish as well as handmade tortillas, using techniques passed down through generations. Each step reflects the connection between the land, local traditions, and the authentic flavors of the country.
At the end, participants will enjoy the results of their work, surrounded by the peaceful rural landscape and the serene atmosphere of the farm.

Additional info

  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know when booking
Supplied by Jacamar Naturalist Tours

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Cooking Classes
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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