Tag: Gastronomy

  • Food in Colombia – The Iconic Tamal: A Regional Culinary Tradition

    Food in Colombia – The Iconic Tamal: A Regional Culinary Tradition

    Colombian cuisine is as diverse as its landscapes, shifting dramatically from region to region and season to season. Travelers are consistently overwhelmed by the sheer variety and quality of the country’s fresh fruits—many of which are completely new to visitors. One thing is certain: nobody ever leaves Colombia hungry. As part of our culinary series…

  • Beyond the Axis: Urban Coffee Tastings in Colombia

    Beyond the Axis: Urban Coffee Tastings in Colombia

    You don’t need to visit a rural coffee farm to experience Colombia’s world-renowned coffee culture. From specialty cafés in Bogotá to stylish roasteries in Medellín and Cartagena, urban coffee cupping sessions offer an unforgettable sensory journey. Discover how high-end coffee tastings in Colombia’s major cities can elevate your travel itinerary.

  • From Sugarcane to Panela

    From Sugarcane to Panela

    Meet the people behind Colombia’s panela tradition. From harvesting sugarcane to working in traditional trapiches, discover the skills, stories and rural communities behind one of Colombia’s most beloved ingredients.

  • Christmas in Colombia

    Christmas in Colombia

    Christmas starts early in Colombia! Discover the traditions that make the festive season special, from candlelit streets and nine nights of novenas to delicious Christmas treats and the Colombian tradition of Baby Jesus bringing the presents.

  • Archaeology & History

    Archaeology & History

    Discover southern Colombia’s rich heritage, from the mysterious stone statues of San Agustín and the spectacular landscapes of the Macizo Colombiano to Popayán’s colonial charm, regional cuisine and the Indigenous traditions of Silvia.

  • Honey Route in the Matavén Jungle | Cerros de Mavecure

    Honey Route in the Matavén Jungle | Cerros de Mavecure

    Moravia is a powerful example of community-led urban transformation in Medellín. Once a landfill, the neighborhood has been reshaped through local initiatives that restore the environment, strengthen community identity, and reclaim the territory. For travelers interested in community-based tourism in Medellín, Moravia offers a chance to discover a different side of the city—one shaped by…

  • Traditional Gastronomy | Villa de Leyva, Boyacá

    Traditional Gastronomy | Villa de Leyva, Boyacá

    Join a local family in the countryside of Villa de Leyva, Boyacá, for a hands-on cooking workshop centered around traditional envueltos. Learn how to prepare this corn-based specialty using family recipes and traditional techniques, while gaining insight into the role of food, women, and shared meals in preserving Boyacá’s culinary heritage.