Viejo Bogota Food Tour with 13+ Tastings
Overview
Calling all foodies. Come and join our small-group Bogota food tour and get to grips with the capital's cuisine. While on the surface Colombian cuisine seems like a mystery, those whose delve deep into its underbelly will find some of the most complex and nuanced fare in South America. Join our food-obsessed (and fully licensed) local guide on a feasting extravaganza through the streets of downtown. Stop en-route to sample around 10+ different tastings including exotic fruits, lechona (roasted suckling pig), tamale at an historic bakery, Colombian sweet desserts and much, much more. Visit a local chicheria. Later play a round of explosive tejo, Colombian's national pastime - all washed down with a local beverage. Sign off the tour with an immersive coffee workshop to get to grips with why Colombia roasts some of the finest beans in the world.
Inclusions
- All food tastings and snacks, water (10 tastings)
- Professional foodie guide
- Small group tour limited to 8 exclusive guests
- Coffee tasting workshop
- Alcoholic Beverages
- A game of tejo
What to expect
Greet your guide on the steps of the magnificent National Museum of Colombia. The first order of business is a small, local market where you'll try several different types of exotic fruits that you've likely never heard of, let alone tasted. Next, you'll dive into a local joint to sample dainty versions of cheesy melt-in-the-mouth corn
arepas. For carnivores, there's no happier place than our next stop, a small whole-in-the-wall eatery which does nothing more than
lechona - roasted and stuffed suckling pig with crunchy, golden skin.
Our food tour has been carefully planned to give you an insight into every corner of Bogota cuisine. Your taste buds are going to thank you when you tuck into innovative modern twists on local
ajiaco soup and gourmet
ceviche accompanied by
aguadiente (local firewater) cocktails at this next tucked away restaurant. Continue on down through the streets of Old Town Bogota while our local guide recounts stories and history of the city. Famous among locals is this next bakery which has been producing fine snacks served with aguapanela since the 1930s.
Continue winding through the streets of central Bogota and stop en route to try golden
buñuelos, a deep-fried almost doughnut-like pastry paired with a local oatmeal smoothie called
avena. Then you'll pick up some mouthwatering beef
empanadas served with slices of lime and zingy local salsa. There's just enough time to jump into one more seriously historic restaurant which has been serving hungry locals for almost two centuries. Here, you'll tuck into steamy leaf-wrapped chicken tamales with frothy hot chocolate. Sounds like a odd combo? It's good. Trust us.
Sign off the tour with an hour-long coffee workshop where you'll learn the ins and outs of coffee production from three different areas of Colombian, see various methods of steeping, sample three different coffees and discover why the country produces and roasts some of the finest beans in the world. Finish the tour stuffed like a
lechona pig with a deeper understanding of what Colombia food and eating culture is all about.
arepas. For carnivores, there's no happier place than our next stop, a small whole-in-the-wall eatery which does nothing more than
lechona - roasted and stuffed suckling pig with crunchy, golden skin.
Our food tour has been carefully planned to give you an insight into every corner of Bogota cuisine. Your taste buds are going to thank you when you tuck into innovative modern twists on local
ajiaco soup and gourmet
ceviche accompanied by
aguadiente (local firewater) cocktails at this next tucked away restaurant. Continue on down through the streets of Old Town Bogota while our local guide recounts stories and history of the city. Famous among locals is this next bakery which has been producing fine snacks served with aguapanela since the 1930s.
Continue winding through the streets of central Bogota and stop en route to try golden
buñuelos, a deep-fried almost doughnut-like pastry paired with a local oatmeal smoothie called
avena. Then you'll pick up some mouthwatering beef
empanadas served with slices of lime and zingy local salsa. There's just enough time to jump into one more seriously historic restaurant which has been serving hungry locals for almost two centuries. Here, you'll tuck into steamy leaf-wrapped chicken tamales with frothy hot chocolate. Sounds like a odd combo? It's good. Trust us.
Sign off the tour with an hour-long coffee workshop where you'll learn the ins and outs of coffee production from three different areas of Colombian, see various methods of steeping, sample three different coffees and discover why the country produces and roasts some of the finest beans in the world. Finish the tour stuffed like a
lechona pig with a deeper understanding of what Colombia food and eating culture is all about.
Additional information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Not suitable for vegetarians or those with a gluten allergy
- Other dietary requirements, please get in touch before booking
- The tours operate come rain or shine. Please wear appropriate clothing
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Caroline_F
June 2023
The tour definitely deserved the name Feast! Our guide Andres was a wonderful, his knowledge of gastronomy and the city helped bring us to some unique and hip places while learning about Colombian history. There was plenty of food and drink and was a great option for solo traveler or small grou...
The tour definitely deserved the name Feast! Our guide Andres was a wonderful, his knowledge of gastronomy and the city helped bring us to some unique and hip places while learning about Colombian history. There was plenty of food and drink and was a great option for solo traveler or small group. Highly recommend!!ChristopherP3218
January 2020
Andres is the best tour guide you can hope for. He went above and beyond to show me an excellent time. Andres has extensive knowledge of each dish and bogota itself. I wouldn’t waste time or money on the multiple Chaperino food tours and stick with this one. You’ll cover southern Chaperino, Santa...
Andres is the best tour guide you can hope for. He went above and beyond to show me an excellent time. Andres has extensive knowledge of each dish and bogota itself. I wouldn’t waste time or money on the multiple Chaperino food tours and stick with this one. You’ll cover southern Chaperino, Santa Fe, and down to La Candelaria.maxsF3882ST
April 2022
Our host had a great knowledge of gastronomic science and history that really enriched the experience. A friendly Colombian who knows his way around food! We got to try a lot of different things with bits of information throughout, it really exceeded our expectations.
Our host had a great knowledge of gastronomic science and history that really enriched the experience. A friendly Colombian who knows his way around food! We got to try a lot of different things with bits of information throughout, it really exceeded our expectations.Karen_R
March 2022
Andrés gave us a great experience. He knows a lot about the history of Colombia and how the food connects with it. A must do if you are visiting Bogotá.
Andrés gave us a great experience. He knows a lot about the history of Colombia and how the food connects with it. A must do if you are visiting Bogotá.Gary C
September 2021
Andres was our tour guide, what wealth of information. He has a degree in gastronomy and a passion for history. The tour was full of historical references and how we enjoy food. The stops were representative of Colombian food across the board. Highly recommend. We booked Andres for other tour...
Andres was our tour guide, what wealth of information. He has a degree in gastronomy and a passion for history. The tour was full of historical references and how we enjoy food. The stops were representative of Colombian food across the board. Highly recommend. We booked Andres for other tours as well, he is a great guy and fabulous tour leader.dbfact2
January 2020
Not just food, although I would say we covered the key 'categories' - but also we played tejo (nothing like the thrill of seeing the little triangle ignite and explode:-). I'm always impressed with a company who does not cancel when I am the only one scheduled client. Loved the way Andres wove i...
Not just food, although I would say we covered the key 'categories' - but also we played tejo (nothing like the thrill of seeing the little triangle ignite and explode:-). I'm always impressed with a company who does not cancel when I am the only one scheduled client. Loved the way Andres wove in the history of how the current version of the Bogota food came to be through its Indigenous, Spanish or African roots. I only wish I had scheduled this for my first day in Bogota, as it gives you a very good idea of just off the tourist path places to go. i.e. the Ajiaco and hot chocolate we sampled were preferable to the one I had at 'la puerta falsa'. Do you wonder WHY they would ever start putting the cheese in the hot chocolate in the first place? This tour will give you the answer. Andres has very good English and is also very cognizant of picking 'sanitary' places to eat. I was able to schedule this through the Chase rewards booking portal, making it an even better value. Very satisfied with the experience (and I have done them all over the world).