Private Traditional Colombian Cooking Class in Pereira
Enjoy a private and authentic Colombian cooking class and home-cooked meal in Pereira, in the heart of the coffee region of Colombia. Adriana graduated as an industrial engineer and then owned a pastry catering business for about five years. After that, she travelled through several countries and lived abroad where she worked as a Pastry Chef in renowned French restaurants in New York and Toronto. Later she returned back home to Colombia, as she has been passionate about showcasing her culture and cuisine to travelers.
• Private Colombian cooking lesson using ancestral cooking techniques, in the heart of the coffee region • Learn to cook traditional Colombian dishes from different regions around the country, using fresh, seasonal ingredients • An opportunity to visit the home of a local and explore traditional cuisine and culture • Introduction to traditional Colombian food, ancestral recipes, endemic ingredients, and the history behind each dish • Vegetarian options available
Options
Cooking Class + Dinner
What's included in Private Traditional Colombian Cooking Class in Pereira
(Subject to Option Inclusions)This is a unique opportunity to visit the home of a local and explore traditional culture and cuisine. Because Colombia is so diverse in many aspects such as food, flavors, and colors, it makes it easy for Adriana to experiment and be creative when it comes to cooking. Through this experience you will learn about traditional Colombian food, ancestral recipes, endemic ingredients, and the history behind each dish. You can choose to cook from one of the two menus that follow, please let Adriana know your menu preference while booking the experience online: 1) TRADITIONAL COLOMBIAN MEAL, learn how to make ajiaco (potato soup), and crispy Colombian empanadas. 2)FRUIT TASTING FIESTA, you will participate in a party of colors, flavors and aromas, as you will prepare a jam with the fruit of your choice, that you can take home with you. All your senses will be awakened as you taste and learn about so many tropical and exotic fruits in this 1.5 hour hands-on class.
Food Menu
STARTER - Menu 1: Patacones (Double fried plantains)
MAIN - Menu 1: Ajiaco (a hearty and warm bowl of soup) and Empanadas
DESSERT - Menu 1: Traditional Colombian jam with cheese and Fresh fruit juice
MAIN - Menu 2: 20 different varieties of seasonal fruits, 2 cheeses from the region.
3 jams, 2 juices and 1 chutney
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- Gratuities
- Home-cooked Colombian meal
- Private cooking class with your host Adriana
- Hotel Pick Up and Drop off
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
- Menu may vary depending on the season
- Private, personalized experience
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Meet your host Adriana at her farmhouse in Risaralda, Pereira. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation.
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Host Name: Adriana Jaramillo Host Phone No: +57 316 7590 471 Host Email id : [email protected] Host Address: Kilometro 15 Via a Armenia, Risaralda, Pereira, Colombia - 660004 Meeting Instructions: Meet your host Adriana at her farmhouse in Pereira (P978+76). Here is a Google Maps link to the location: https://g.page/tours-coffee-iamcolombiano?share -- Traveling Spoon is a supplier of Viator and TripAdvisor. We offer travelers authentic food experiences with locals, in their homes. Founded by two travelers and food lovers, Traveling Spoon helps others make meaningful cultural connections through food. Contact us at [email protected] if you have general questions about our services. For specific questions related to your booking please contact your host directly with the contact information provided above. We hope you have a meaningful experience and look forward to hearing about it!