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La Fortuna Authentic Hands On Cooking Class with local host

La Fortuna, Costa Rica
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    Sample Menu

    Starter

    Fresco de Piña y Jengibre

    Refreshing cold beverage made from freshly blended tropical pineapple and ginger. Includes an optional shot of local Cacique Guaro sugarcane spirit.

    Starter

    Gallos de Picadillo de Chayote

    Warm, handmade corn tortillas topped with a traditional stew of diced native chayote squash and sweet corn.

    Main

    Casado de carne en salsa

    Traditional Costa Rican plate featuring tender, slow-braised beef cooked in a rich tomato, sweet pepper, and onion sauce.

    Main

    White rice

    Main

    Frijoles Arreglados

    Black beans seasoned with local spices, sweet peppers, and cilantro.

    Main

    Plátanos Maduros Fritos

    Pan-fried sweet ripe plantains.

    Main

    Ensalada Verde

    Fresh green salad tossed with a simple lime and cilantro dressing.

    Dessert

    Arroz con Leche y Cacao

    Traditional sweet, creamy rice pudding infused with cinnamon and locally sourced Arenal cacao powder.

    What's Included

    • Meals
      Full multi-course meal, side dishes, and dessert
    • Bottled water
    • Alcoholic Beverages
      Welcome local drink (non-alcoholic and alcoholic options included)
    • All ingredients and kitchen equipment
    • Guided hands-on cooking class with a local host inside a private home
    • Cultural explanations and step-by-step guidance from your host
    • Relaxed small-group setting in a local home
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • La Fortuna, Alajuela Province, San Carlos, Costa Rica

      The exact meeting point will be provided by our booking manager after the purchase, and the lcoal instructor will meet you there. Please contact us via Whatsapp so we can better coordinate your meeting location.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Please specify any dietary restrictions, allergies, or non-alcoholic drink preferences in advance so ingredients can be adapted.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
    Member Pricing
    From

    $66.50

    per person
    Was $70.00(-5%)

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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