Cartagena's cuisine is the result of centuries of cultural blending: Afro, indigenous and Arab ingredients and techniques meet on every plate. The best way to taste it isn't at a touristy restaurant, but at the table of a local home.
Local Flavors: Home Dining & Cuisine is a feast prepared by local cooks, served in the privacy and warmth of a traditional Cartagena home, with Nohemi and her team accompanying you throughout the experience.
Heritage on every plate
Afro Heritage
Techniques and flavors brought by Afro-descendant communities of the Caribbean, present in stews, fritters and coconut-based dishes.
Indigenous Heritage
Native ingredients like corn, cassava and plantain, prepared with ancestral methods that remain alive today.
Arab Heritage
Spices and preparations that arrived with Arab migration to the Caribbean coast, present in many traditional Cartagena dishes.
Who is this experience for?
Ideal for groups
Exclusively for groups of 6 to 12 people looking for authenticity away from conventional tourism.
Atmosphere
Private, cozy and with fully personalized attention in a traditional Cartagena home.
Tip: let us know about any dietary restrictions or allergies when booking, so the local cooks can adapt the menu for your group.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Local Flavors experience include?
It includes a feast of Colombian Caribbean flavors prepared by local cooks, served in a traditional home, with fully personalized attention and support from Nohemi or her team.
Where does this experience take place?
It takes place in local homes in Cartagena, in a private and cozy setting, away from the conventional tourist circuit.
How many people can take part?
The experience is designed for groups of 6 to 12 people looking for authenticity and an intimate atmosphere.
What kind of food is served?
Dishes reflecting the Afro, indigenous and Arab heritage of Colombian Caribbean cuisine, prepared with traditional recipes by local cooks.