Colombian Cooking Class in Bogota with a Local Chef
Dona, originally from Pacho, found her culinary calling in Bogotá. Her journey in the kitchen began under her mother-in-law's guidance. Your Bogota cooking class is co-hosted by Dona, our culinary expert, alongside an English-speaking guide to ensure smooth communication. Dona shares her deep knowledge of traditional cooking while our guides offer insights into the history and cultural influences shaping each dish. Together, they craft an engaging and informative culinary journey.
- Private Colombian cooking class with a local chef
- Expect a deep cultural immersion, while experiencing the diverse flavors of Colombian cuisine!
- In you 2 hour Colombian cooking class in Bogota, learn to make three dishes from scratch
- Master traditional cooking techniques and transform fresh ingredients into delightful preparations
- Shares stories and gain cultural insight into the history behind each dish
- Dona can accommodate a vegetarian diet, if informed in advance
Options
Cooking + dinner with Dona
What's included in Colombian Cooking Class in Bogota with a Local Chef
(Subject to Option Inclusions)This is a unique opportunity to visit the home of a local and explore traditional culture and cuisine. Step into Dona's cozy, simple home for a culinary adventure, where the expertise of a seasoned Colombian home cook meets the knowledge of an expert guide. In you 2 hour Colombian cooking class in Bogota, learn to make three dishes from scratch. This is a hands-on cooking class where you will master traditional cooking techniques and transform fresh ingredients into delightful preparations. Dona will guide you every step of the way, while the guide shares stories and cultural insights that bring the history behind each dish to life. The three dishes that you will learn to cook in your Bogota cooking class are carimañola (fried cassava pockets bursting with a melty coastal Colombian cheese), pastel de yuca (a baked cassava dish with a hearty ground beef filling) and ají de aguacate (Colombia's spicy avocado dip infused with vibrant herbs, a touch of spice, and a unique Colombian flavor). After cooking, sit down to share the meal you helped prepare.
Food Menu
STARTER - Jugo de Lulo
Refresh your palate with this exotic and tangy juice made from the Lulo fruit
MAIN - Pastel de Yuca con Ají Picante
Savory cassava pockets filled with ground beef, served with a side of spicy Ají dipping sauce
MAIN - Carimañola con Ají de Aguacate
Crispy cassava pockets filled with coastal cheese, accompanied with creamy and lightly spiced avocado dip
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- Homecooked meal
- Gratuities
- Private Colombian cooking class with your host Dona
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Menu may vary depending on the season
- If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Private, personalized experience
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Meet Dona and your English speaking guide directly at Dona's home. Exact address and contact information can be found upon booking confirmation. Please check the 'Before you go' section on your voucher for the exact address, the above only offers neighbourhood details, and not the exact address.
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Host name: Doña Asenet Host Phone: +57 3186855420 Host Email: [email protected] Address: Cl. 67 #29b-16, Bogotá, Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia 111221 Meeting instructions: Meet your host and your English speaking guide directly at Dona's home. Here is a Google Maps link to her location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/odpuw212NmN9BuYVA Please contact your host directly if you have dietary requests or need help with directions. -- Traveling Spoon is a supplier of Viator and TripAdvisor. We offer travelers authentic food experiences with locals. 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!
