Top Medellín Cooking Classes

Easy 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.

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

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 ❤︎

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.

Learn to cook Colombian fare while helping out the local community by booking this small-group experience. You'll start with a guided walk, learning about Medellin, before making your way to your community kitchen, that's used as a training center to help people learn how to cook professionally. You'll then learn how to prepare traditional Colombian dishes, which you'll get to enjoy at the end of your class.

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.

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.

Escape metropolitan Medellin to the colorful town of Guatape, all without the hassle of planning a sightseeing itinerary, on this full-day group tour. Relax with a package that includes your transportation, lunch, guide, and activities, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the experience. Enjoy exploring Piedra Del Penol, Embalse Peñol-Guatapé, and more.

Experience Medellin after dark with this guided bicycle tour of the city. Your local guide will take you and a small group of fellow cyclists through some of the prettiest parts of town, including Pueblito Paiso, Plaza Cisneros, Estadio Atanasiao Giardot, and Parques del Rio, showing you plenty of off-the-beaten-track sights along the way.

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.

Have you make empanadas before? Join us for a unique culinary experience that blends outdoor ambiance with the pleasure of homemade empanadas! With the help of your Guatapé Native cook, you'll discover the effort and love that must be put into making traditional empanadas and about why and how they came to be one of Colombias most famous street food. Plus, you will experience the joy of cooking amidst stunning lake views and the serene outdoors of Guatapé. Whether you're learning a new skill or simply enjoying good food with a view, our empanada-making adventure promises to be a delightful.

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.

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.

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.

Rather than just eating your way around Medellín’s restaurants, learn how to recreate one of Colombia’s favorite snacks back home. Make traditional empanadas from scratch during a small-group cooking class in a local home, for a much more intimate culinary experience than you’d get on a standard food tour.

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.

Unleash your adventurous spirit with a thrilling combo of canyoning and coffee! Experience the adrenaline rush of conquering cascading waterfalls and navigating exhilarating rapids on the Guatape River, followed by a captivating journey through lush coffee plantations. Learn about the art of coffee-making, from bean to cup, and savor the rich flavors of Colombia's finest. This full-day escapade combines nature, adventure, and culture for an unforgettable experience.

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.

Meet David, a professional Colombian Chef, at his home and then drive to a local market. This is a perfect way to learn more about locally grown ingredients and how they are used in cooking traditional Colombian dishes. After you buy fresh ingredients, drive to David's house where you will be welcomed by his mom, Gloria, and escorted straight to the kitchen bar for a juice tasting. He will freshly squeeze 2-3 fruit juice shots for you to try; these might include lulo, tree tomato, blackberry or aguapanela. In your hands-on cooking experience, learn to make two dishes from scratch using fresh ingredients and herbs from David's backyard garden. After cooking, join David and his family for a meal which you helped prepare!

Guided by a chef, you will learn tips to bring the kitchen to your home. Additionally, you will discover the history of the origin of the ingredients and the preparations. Enjoy a life experience where gastronomy merges with the love and history of each dish. You will have the opportunity to indulge in two local beverages and prepare four Colombian dishes from different regions: two appetizers, one main course, and one dessert

Focus on the life and times of Pablo Escobar and the Comuna 13 on this private tour of Medellin. Booking a private tour means you'll get personalized attention and you can enjoy a flexible itinerary, moving at your own pace through the attractions. You'll have plenty of time to ask questions of your guide regarding the city's history, culture, architecture, and arts.

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From arepas to traditional drinks and tropical fruits, there’s so much to taste in Medellin that it’s hard to know where to start. Join a private guide for a Medellin food tour that tailors local flavors to your preferences; you’ll try a curated list of foods with a guide to help explain the backstory behind every bite.