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Cartagena’s Fritter Fiesta Crispy Traditions with a View

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
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Location
Bolivar
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Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 12 guests
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Language
English, Spanish
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Savor Cartagena's culinary past with hands-on creation of arepa de huevo, carimañola, and patacones. Local guides, heritage insights, and a lively finish with a refreshing local beer await.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

What makes this experience unique is its immersive dive into Cartagena’s rich culinary history, allowing participants to explore the city's vibrant food culture through hands-on preparation of its iconic fritters: the arepa de huevo, carimañola, and patacones. Guided by local experts, you’ll gain insider knowledge of traditional cooking techniques passed down through generations, making this more than just a cooking class—it’s a journey into Cartagena’s heritage. Ideal for food enthusiasts, cultural explorers, and families, this experience offers an unforgettable taste of local life, finished off with the perfect pairing: a cold local beer.

Sample Menu

MAIN
Arepa de huevo
A traditional Colombian corn cake stuffed with a perfectly fried egg inside. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, this is a must-try!
MAIN
Carimañola
A deliciously crispy cassava pastry filled with seasoned meat or cheese. It’s similar to an empanada, but with a unique twist.
MAIN
Patacones
Fried green plantain slices, smashed and cooked until golden brown. Served with a variety of toppings or dipping sauces for a satisfying crunch.

What You Get

Alcoholic beverages
Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
Licensed Guide (Spanish, English)
Gratuities

Good To Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Dive into the rich history and flavors of Cartagena’s beloved fritters. This experience takes you through the origins and evolution of the region’s most iconic bites as you master the preparation of three classics: the iconic arepa de huevo, crispy carimañola, and mouthwatering patacones. Led by local experts, you’ll perfect traditional techniques and, to top it off, savor your creations with a cold local beer—the ideal pairing for these coastal treats. It’s a culinary journey that will delight your senses and bring you closer to Cartagena’s vibrant culture.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Lunático Experience, Avenida Pedregal, Provincia de Cartagena Bolívar, Colombia, CO, 130001

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The workshop will be held at Lunático Experience. If arriving by taxi, ask the driver to drop you off at the "Mural de las 3 Guerreras Afro" on Avenida Pedregal, just two houses down from the Juan Valdez located at the corner of Calle Medialuna.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Please note that the time is in Colombia Standard Time.
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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Earliest available date: May 28, 2025
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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