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Step into a real Andean home and discover the heart of Ecuador through its flavors.
This isn’t just a cooking class - it’s your ticket to a cozy night in Quito where you'll laugh, sip, chop, and stir your way into the culinary soul of the Andes.
Your host will welcome you into their personal kitchen to unveil ancestral recipes passed down through generations.
You’ll touch fragrant herbs, sear pork with traditional spices, and sip a warming canelazo as aromas fill the air.
While the flavors slowly build in the pot, you’ll dive into Ecuadorian life, discovering hidden spots in Quito and sharing food memories that bring everyone closer.
No cooking skills needed, just curiosity, and the desire to live something truly authentic.
Most guests leave feeling like they’ve made a new friend, and learned a few secrets of Andean comfort food.
If your experience isn’t a 5-star one, we’ll give you your money back. No questions asked.
Reserve now and taste the magic of the Andes.
Example Menu
Starter
Vegetable Broth
A carefully composed broth featuring seasonal vegetables and Andean herbs, crafted for a soothing start.
Main
Fritada
Pork slow-cooked to tender perfection then crisped, meticulously seasoned with traditional spices.
Main
Encebollado
A classic fish soup prepared with red onions, citrus, and fresh herbs, elegantly finished with a medley of pickled vegetables.
Main
Albacore
A gently seared albacore tuna fillet, accentuated with a squeeze of lemon and a subtle touch of local herbs.
Dessert
Fried Plantain
Crisp, caramelized plantain slices that marry natural sweetness with a refined, crunchy texture.
Starter
Llapingachos
Crafted potato patties with a crisp outer layer and soft center, served with a refined peanut sauce and a side of lightly pickled vegetables.
Main
Mote
Andean hominy prepared in the traditional style, offering a hearty, satisfying accompaniment.
Main
Fried pork
Golden pork bites prepared to retain a juicy interior with a well-seasoned, crisp exterior.
Starter
Canelazo
A warming, spiced drink that blends sugarcane liquor, cinnamon, and local fruit juices, perfect for cool mountain evenings.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our Chef will meet you outside this address. His contact number will be sent by our booking manager.
What to expect
Guided by a warm local chef, you’ll prepare traditional recipes using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and tradicional techniques, from soft, velvety humitas to crispy, golden patacones, while uncovering the stories and cultural roots that make Ecuadorian cuisine so unique.
It’s no wonder this experience is loved by travelers from over 40 countries and rated 5 stars for its warmth, authenticity, and unforgettable flavors, this experience has been called ‘the highlight of our trip to Ecuador.’
Spaces are limited to 8 guests for personalized guidance. Reserve your spot today and take home recipes, skills, and memories you’ll cherish long after the last bite.
And if your experience isn’t 5-star worthy, we’ll gladly refund you in full.
This experience happens in the safety of our chef's home and not in a culinary studio. You'll get a glimpse into how locals live, cook and eat.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- We can accommodate to your food allergies or intolerances... just tell us in advance.
- Don't drink alcohol? We can make virgin versions of the drinks in our menu.
- Kids can enjoy tropical fruit juices and local soda.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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