Caribbean Gastronomic Tour

The experience will begin at 5:00 p.m. in Sacred Heart Park, meeting point at the Sacred Heart of Jesus monument. There you will meet the local guide, who will give you a brief introduction to the tour and how gastronomy is an essential part of daily life in Barranquilla. From this point, you will begin a walking tour through one of the city`s most traditional areas.

The first stop will be at a local establishment renowned for its chicharrón, an emblematic dish of coastal cuisine. Here you`ll try this classic crispy and flavorful dish, while learning why pork and its preparations hold such an important place in Colombian Caribbean cuisine. 

The tour will continue to the second stop, where you`ll taste butifarras, one of the region`s most representative products. At this point, you will learn about its origin, its preparation method, and how this sausage became a popular symbol found in both celebrations and the daily lives of Barranquilla residents. 

The third stop will be dedicated to traditional fried foods, an essential part of the city`s urban landscape. You will sample a selection of typical fried treats that are enjoyed at any time of day and reflect the cultural heritage and intense flavor of the Caribbean. During this stop, the guide will share stories about the popular kitchens and their role in local identity.

The route will end with the fourth stop, where you will enjoy a desgranado, a very popular dish in Barranquilla that combines corn, meats, and sauces, and which has become a meeting point for locals in the late afternoon. This final stop will mark the end of the tour, leaving you with a complete experience of local flavors and a better understanding of the city`s culinary culture.

After the tasting, the tour will conclude in this same area, allowing you to continue exploring the city or return on your own, with the memory of having experienced Barranquilla through its most authentic flavors.