Top Medellín Food & Drink Classes

Discover the vibrant charm of Guatapé on this day trip from Medellín. Explore its colorful streets and climb the 740 steps of Piedra del Peñol for panoramic views of the lake-dotted landscape. Enjoy a scenic boat ride past Pablo Escobar’s Hacienda La Manuela, visit a historic church in Marinilla, and stroll through the picturesque town of Zócalos. Please note: departure times may be adjusted slightly during holidays and high seasons.

Easy and hands-on cooking class ideal for solo travelers, small groups and families! Discover local barrio life away from the tourist paths. Learn to make the authentic Colombian empanadas (Gluten-Free!) from scratch with a local chef. Enjoy them with drinks and a stunning view of Medellín.

Skip the city’s tourist traps and get a taste of traditional Colombian cooking, made by your own hands, with a private cooking class and meal at the home of a local. Learn authentic recipes and gain hands-on experience creating classic dishes, such as picada, ajiaco, or chicharrón mazamorra, with guidance and insights provided by your host. Enjoy the personalized experience of a private lesson, and choose a dinner or lunchtime visit to suit your schedule.

Rather than simply focusing on street food, this unique culinary experience combines Colombia’s exotic fruit with its mixology heritage. In a small group that promises personalized attention, you’ll learn to create fresh flavors alongside an expert bartender for a fun and educational tour. Plus, you can sip cocktails while enjoying sweeping views of Medellin.

Do you love chocolate? Make your own 62% chocolate bar and learn about Cacao, Chocolate and Colombian culture. This hands-on chocolatetour lasts 3.5 hours and is right in the heart of the city! ❤︎ - Warm welcome with hot chocolate and cheese - Toast the cacao like true Colombians - Peel the cacao and enjoy a small meditative cacao ceremony - Drink a spicy ancestral cacao shot - Grind the cacao into a wonderful chocolate liquor i.e. cacao paste - Indulge your hands in a chocolate exfoliation - Make artisanal Colombian Chocolate "bobos" - Drink a refreshing flavoured cacao water - Temper refined dark 62% chocolate on real marble - Create and take home your personalized chocolate bar with many toppings. - Finish with an amazing cacao cocktail with rum! The interactive 3.5 hour workshop is located in our Chocolate House in Laureles, Medellin. The tour is in English or Spanish. Looking for something what you can do with good or bad weather? We got you! BOOK NOW - limited availability ❤︎

We offer a special experience in the city of Medellin. You will come to our home, share with a Colombian family, in the middle of a fully interactive class. It is a unique experience that you will not miss! Plus you'll love the patties. The immersion in our culture will be very great as you will learn about our tradition of empanadas and make them with your own hands. We have options for vegetarians. As soon as you book, do not hesitate to tell us your food preferences. We started at Airbnb Experiences and, due to the great reception, we are dabbling in this website. You can see our excellent reviews and our score of 4.9!

Step into the heart of Colombian culture with a hands-on cooking experience in Medellín. This immersive class invites you to discover the rich flavors, traditions, and stories behind some of the country’s most beloved dishes. Guided by a passionate local cook, you’ll learn how to prepare authentic recipes passed down through generations—think comforting classics like bandeja paisa, golden arepas, and refreshing ajíaco. Along the way, you’ll explore local ingredients, traditional techniques, and the cultural significance behind every bite. More than just a class, this is a warm and social experience. Share stories, connect with fellow travelers, and enjoy the dishes you’ve created together in a welcoming, home-style setting. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or simply curious about Colombian cuisine, you’ll leave with new skills, unforgettable memories, and a true taste of Medellín.

Do you like Rum? Do you like Chocolate? Do you like both? Then this activity will be perfect for you! - You'll taste 10 different Colombian rums. - All rums are paired with a different types, flavours and textures of chocolates. - You'll taste an ancestral cacao shot. - You'll soften your hands with a chocolate exfoliation. - You'll move through different area's in your Cacao House. The experience will take approximately 2 hours.

This experience takes place around a real table, in a local home... not in a cooking studio or tourist restaurant. You’ll taste Colombian fruits, cook with your hands and prepare the kind of food we actually eat at home. Along the way, we’ll share stories, everyday traditions and a few local words that bring each dish to life. The experience is private, relaxed and easy to customize. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free or lactose-free? Just let us know when you book, and we’ll adapt the menu for you.

We are a family farm that loves what we do and we are happy to be able to show our legacy to all coffee lovers who want to learn from the process. We are located within the metropolitan area just 20 minutes from Medellin, thanks to our proximity you can combine this tour with more activities that you want to do on your vacation.

Hands-on Colombian cooking class with a local chef in an intimate setting. Cook, taste, learn traditions, and connect through culture and food.

Make your journey to or from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport smooth and stress-free with a private arrival or departure transfer. You'll be able to skip the hassle of long lines at the taxi rank and the stress of navigating unfamiliar public transport systems. And, you'll be picked up or dropped off directly at your accommodation, instead of having to wait for multiple other travelers to reach their destination.

Get more insight into the coffee-making process—and sample ample Colombian coffee—during a private tour of a coffee farm on the outskirts of Medellin. Overcome the language barrier and chat with the owners, who are 7th generation coffee growers passionate about coffee. Plus, taking a private tour means you’ll the undivided attention of your guide.

This is Colombian home cooking with the guidance of a chef and none of the stiffness of a classroom. You’ll taste seasonal fruits, prepare el algo (our word for a little something between mealsin the afternoon) and cook side by side, with clear guidance when you need it and plenty of room to try, taste and make it your own. Expect real techniques, everyday flavors, local stories and a few words you’ll probably remember long after the last bite. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free or lactose-free? Just let us know when you book, and we’ll adapt the menu for you.

Delve deeper into Medellín's street food repertoire than you could alone during this small-group cooking experience. Taste exotic ingredients and learn how to make three traditional dishes, including "patacones" (fried plantain) and empanadas, discovering techniques that most visitors don't see and recipes that you can recreate at home. Your experience includes savoring your finished dishes, mojito, fruit, and beer.

Learn about the coffee production process from bean to cup on this half-day tour. Enjoy the scenery as you ride from Medellin to the countryside, then sample delicious Colombian coffee as you discover the production stages including planting, de-pulping, fermenting, roasting, and grinding. Tour the coffee farm and try picking some of the beans yourself.

Embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Colombia's coffee culture with the Medellín Coffee Masters experience. This immersive tour goes beyond the ordinary, offering a deep dive into the artistry, history, and mastery of coffee that transforms it into an extraordinary cultural phenomenon. Guided by seasoned coffee experts, this odyssey will awaken your appreciation for the world's beloved caffeinated elixir. Throughout this exploration, your guide's passion and expertise ensure that you will leave with a profound respect for coffee culture and its significance in Colombia.

Take a break from city sightseeing and experience daily life in Medellín on a private market tour, followed by a cooking lesson in the home of a local. Browse fresh produce, pick up traditional recipes, and enjoy hands-on cooking practice, with tips and advice provided by your host. Enjoy your home-cooked meal together, along with a glass of local wine, and receive personalized recommendations for the rest of your visit.

Escape metropolitan Medellin in favor of the colorful town of Guatape on a full-day tour. Upon arrival, ascend the 742 steps leading to the summit of the magnificent Peñol Rock for panoramic views. Then, explore the colorful streets of Guatape and the famous "zocalos" as well as an exclusive boat tour of the lake. Finally, interact with llamas in their natural environment at a local farm.

At AMENO GARDEN we have designed a magnificent experience, full of practice, you will learn about the history and origin of coffee, share tasting experiences and enjoy a cool and welcoming atmosphere. You will also enjoy an atmosphere full of nature, typical music and harmony.

Immerse yourself in the world of Colombian coffee on this small-group tour from Medellin. Get out of the city and take in the beauty of the surroundings; you can focus on enjoying it instead of worrying about driving and directions since all private transportation is included. Learn about the process of coffee-making at an organic coffee farm, from bean to cup, and taste some samples of different brews.

With the experience that we have as producers of special coffee for more than 40 years, we can introduce you to the world of coffee in our ancestral laboratory of Colombian special coffee from our coffee farm, Glamping Spa & Coffee Tour. A unique wellness experience at ARVI PARK. Night fire pit , BBQ meal Glamping Coffee Cave. Traditional colombian Breakfast Coffee cultivation tour, planting, harvesting and coffee processes. Coffee wellnes SPA Coffee temazcal. Manantial Naox Coffee tasting, includes certificate. Transportation from Arvi Park. Medical insurance. Live a unique wellness experience at Arvi Park. Coffee cultivation tour, planting, harvesting and coffee processes.

Combine visits to Guatape Rock and a local coffee farm in a single day tour from Medellin. With a guide in the lead and transportation included, this multi-stop tour is stress-free, creating a much easier and more in-depth experience than doing these activities on your own. Learn about the traditions of Zocalos and the story of the old flooded town in Guatape, then head to the coffee farm to see the process and taste the brew.