A Full-day Cooking and Market Tour will introduce you to the unique flavors and exotic specialties of Ecuadorian cuisine.
First, we visit one of Quito’s top markets, with tasty samples along the way. Certainly, it is known for its variety of vegetables, fruits, animals, plants, and more. Most importantly, you learn about local gastronomy, starting with a look at the ingredients, some of which can be traced back to pre-Hispanic and Spanish times.
Afterwards, head to your host’s home kitchen to cook and enjoy authentic Ecuadorian cuisine. During the cooking class, learn step-by-step how to prepare homemade dishes. It is a highly interactive class; guests will actively participate in cutting, seasoning, and cooking two dishes. Additionally, engage in a conversation with your host about delightful home-cooked cuisine. Finally, you will enjoy the dishes you have prepared.
Full-day Cooking and Market Tour
Lastly, stop by a local ice cream shop to taste delicious cold treats made from uniquely flavored ice cream, such as fritada, mushrooms, grasshoppers, guinea pigs, crabs, and catzos (beettles).
Try the exquisite traditional Ecuadorian food, which can only be found in the local markets and at your host’s home. The full-day cooking and market tour is perfect for foodies and travelers interested in discovering Ecuador’s food culture.
The cooking class and foodie tour generally introduce you to the unique ingredients that make Ecuadorian cuisine special.
What to expect
- Buy ingredients at Quito’s market.
- Samples some dishes and fruits at the market.
- Observe the guinea pig street.
- Cook the ingredients we bought at the local market.
- Quito Market food tours and classes are conducted in English.
- Engage in hands-on cooking class.
- Gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options are available upon request.
- Cooking classes take place in Maria’s home (Valle de los Chillos).
- Enjoy a 2-course menu.
- Interact in conversation with your host.
- Relish in ice cream of various flavors.
Full-day Cooking and Market Tour
Price:
US$ 115 /per person
Inclusions:
- Ingredients for two dishes
- One-hour cooking lessons
- Visit and savor some dishes at the Quito market
- One drink
- Taste various ice cream flavors
- Private transportation
Exclusions:
- Additional drinks
- Tips
Additional information:
- You pay upon arrival at my home
- Availability any day
