Top Bogotá Cooking Classes

Immerse yourself in the flavors of Colombia with this lively cooking experience in Bogotá, where you’ll prepare 10 authentic recipes alongside a welcoming local host. Your host will guide you through Colombian favorites like carimañolas and butter cassava, sharing the traditions and stories behind each dish. More than a cooking class, this is a chance to experience local culture through food, conversation, and time around the table. Enjoy appetizers as you cook, sip local drinks, prepare a satisfying main course, and finish with hot chocolate and dessert. Along the way, you’ll learn practical techniques, discover the roots of Colombian cuisine, and connect with fellow travelers in a fun, social setting. Vegetarian options and alcohol-free drinks are available on request, and dietary restrictions can be accommodated with advance notice.

With my help you will discover the unique flavors of local Colombian cuisine while learning about cooking techniques and recipes that you can easily repeat at home. As part of this class, you will visit the local market and learn to cook 3 typical dishes. If you are a vegetarian, don't worry, we have a vegetarian version of most of the dishes.

Discover the rich diversity of Colombian cuisine in Bogotá’s historic La Candelaria. On this walking tour, you’ll visit 7 carefully selected spots, each offering a unique dish from a different region of the country. From family-owned eateries to vibrant market stalls, you’ll taste authentic flavors like ajiaco, aborrajado, carimañolas, and more. Along the way, connect with locals, learn about Colombia’s cultural heritage, and enjoy storytelling that brings each dish to life. The tour is flexible; venues may change depending on weather, availability, or city events, ensuring a fresh and personalized experience every time. We accommodate vegetarian and vegan preferences; just let your guide know. Please wear comfortable walking shoes, bring water, and allow extra time for traffic to reach the meeting point. Come hungry; this tour feels like lunch and dinner in one!

Discover the culinary traditions of Colombia alongside a local and English-speaking guide during this private cooking class in Bogota. Learn to make three dishes from scratch and gain insights into the history and cultural influences shaping each dish as your host shares their deep knowledge of traditional cooking.

We are coffee farmers from Fusagasugá and a coffee company with a 50-year tradition that seeks to improve the quality of life of the regional coffee community through sustainable practices. All the coffees that you will have in this experience are organic, of sustainable and fair origin. Our experience is not a typical coffee tasting, it is a meeting where we will discover the sensory aspects of it, enjoying different ways of preparing coffee (filtered, pressure and immersion).

Ready to level up your culinary skills? Our Carimañola Cooking Class is more than a course—it's a deep dive into Colombian cuisine, culture, and history. Why Choose Our Carimañola Cooking Class? Local Expertise: Learn the secrets of crafting the perfect carimañola from chefs who are native to Colombia. Cultural Immersion: Discover the African influences and rich history that make this dish more than just an appetizer—it's a historical delicacy. Preserve Heritage: Help keep a fading culinary tradition alive by mastering a dish that holds a special place in Colombian culture. Deep Dive: This isn't a surface-level course. You'll walk away understanding the 'why' and 'how' behind every ingredient and technique. Become an Ambassador: Equip yourself with the knowledge and skill to not only recreate, but also represent authentic Colombian cuisine wherever you go.

In company with our local hosts, we will start a hike where you can appreciate the landscape with its different crops and vegetation. In our cottage we will start a class of artisan cheese followed by delicious elevens typical Colombians that we will enjoy surrounded by the heat of the fireplace, the sunset, nature and Colombian landscapes. Feel free to contact us before your visit in case you have food restrictions. Please note that during the experience we will have contact with different pets.

Discover your favorite Colombian coffee at DV Café Especial, recognized with five TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice awards, in La Candelaria, Bogotá. We will start with a blind tasting of two coffees. You will explore aromas, sweetness, acidity, and texture, accompanied by a host who will help you recognize and express what you perceive. After you will taste four varieties of Colombian coffee prepared with four different methods. You will discover how each variety and preparation transforms the cup and recognize your favorite flavors. You will enjoy a delicious house cookie and learn our four steps to brew better coffee and three tips to buy it with confidence. The experience was created by Leandro, co-founder of DV Café Especial and third-generation coffee producer from Pitalito, Huila. He or one of the baristas he has trained will share with you the stories and the work behind our coffees. We await you to enjoy 90 minutes of tasting and discovery,

Immerse yourself in the tropical flavors of Colombian cuisine with this market visit and cooking class. Led by your guide, Diana Pizano, a biologist and farm-to-table chef, you’ll explore the Plaza Market, selecting fresh, native ingredients like dragon fruit, cassava, guava, and more. Travel to Diana’s home in the hilly neighborhood of Rosales and learn to prepare a Colombian dish of your choice.

Uncover the rich tapestry of Colombian flavors in a vibrant cooking workshop focused on traditional amasijos. With the guidance of a professional chef, dive into the art of crafting beloved pastries like pandebonos, pan de yucas, achiras, and artisanal almojábanas. This hands-on experience not only teaches you the techniques behind these delightful treats but also immerses you in the cultural roots of Colombia’s bakery heritage, making it a warm and enriching culinary journey.

Explore central Bogotá on this half-day sightseeing bike tour. Visit the city’s historical center, known as La Candelaria, plus a traditional fruit market and coffee factory. Along the way, pass by landmarks such as the Plaza de Toros and the Museo Nacional and see street art murals. Plus, stop in the Parque Nacional to sample traditional Colombian street foods.

This experience is unique because it blends flavor, tradition, and social impact. You'll explore cacao through touch, taste, and scent while hearing powerful stories from communities that turned away from conflict by cultivating peace through chocolate. It's not just a tasting—it’s a journey into Colombia’s heart and resilience.

Venture away from the bustling city of Bogotá and spend a day immersed in nature on this challenging full-day waterfall hike. Join your guide and a group of fellow travelers and head towards the jungle, stopping along the way to take in the unique Andean ecosystem. Upon reaching the park, begin the breathtaking ascent to Colombia's highest waterfall, La Chorrera. Sit down for a delicious lunch, accompanied by panoramic views, before heading back to Bogotá.

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Discover how coffee goes from farm to cup on this easy day trip from Bogotá. Visit nearby Hacienda Coloma in Fusagasugá to learn how coffee is grown, harvested, and processed. Then, take part in a coffee-tasting lesson. Plus, hear about the history of coffee in Colombia and its symbolic importance.

You don't just eat fried: you eat stories. Each preparation represents a region of Colombia and its way of inhabiting the territory. It is a relaxed, close and delicious experience, designed to enjoy without haste or formalities.

Get fast-tracked entry to the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral and have time left over for a bit of sightseeing in the town of Zipaquira with this small-group tour from Bogota. You'll have plenty of time to explore the celebrated cathedral, with time left over to grab lunch or do some sightseeing in Zipaquira before returning to Bogota.

Explore La Chorrera Natural Park on this guided hiking trip from Bogotá. Located in the forest of the Andes mountains, the park features waterfalls and lush landscapes. Visit Guadalupe Hill and enjoy an amazing view of Bogotá. The hike is suited for hikers with some experience and includes steep, slippery, and rocky slopes. You’ll also be able to choose an option which includes lunch during the tour.

Feast your senses on the sights, smells, and tastes associated with Colombian coffee on a private tour of a coffee farm from Bogota. Learn more about how coffee goes from bean to cup, and benefit from the undivided attention of your guide as you explore the finca and enjoy ample samples accompanied by tasty Colombian cuisine.

environmental friendly You donate 1 tree to the Bosques Verdes Foundation This is a refreshing experience. Door to door service Small groups of no more than ten people Operation every day of the year, including holidays Tour of the Colombian coffee culture We will know from the seed, planting, plant care, harvesting In total 7 agricultural and five other industrial processes Delight in the diversity of Colombian flowers We will offer you at the end of the tours the tasting of a rate of organic coffee type export sweetened with coffee liquor

This experience is a sensory journey where tradition and taste merge, in this experience you will explore the richness of Colombian schnapps and cocoa, two essential elements of our identity, discover the secrets of its history, production and the unique notes that make them incomparable. First we will explore the legacy of the spirit and cocoa in Colombia and how these beverages evolved over the centuries and their importance in Colombian culture, then we will pair four typical Colombian spirits, from 4 different regions of Colombia with 3 different chocolates of origin, highlighting the contrasts and harmonies of each combination. We will finish the experience with a typical Colombian coffee and spirit drink, the carajillo, and a delicious empanada. This experience is a space to share stories, discover new ways to appreciate the schnapps and cocoa, and connect with Colombian cultural richness.

Capture the Latino spirit of Bogotá’s nightlife on an evening pub crawl of the Colombian capital. With a guide, visit Bogotá’s best pubs and enjoy a refreshing pint of beer in each one. Chat with locals, get local insight from your guide, and soak up the lively ambience of the bars before heading to a popular nightclub to dance the night away. Upgrade your tour to include convenient pickup and drop-off at your Bogotá hotel.

Explore the highlights of Bogotá with a local guide by your side on this private tour of the Colombian capital. The main points of interest include a trip by cable car or funicular up the hill of Monserrate, a walk through the La Candelaria neighborhood and the opportunity to take a look at the art in the Botero Museum of the Bank of the Republic and the treasures of the Museum del Oro, all in one day.