TAKE THE FLAVOURS OF CARTAGENA HOME WITH YOU!
What better way to remember your amazing holiday in Cartagena de Indias, than by dipping into your home kitchen and whipping up a Colombian treat? Cooking classes with Cartagena Connections are relaxed, informal, fun and informative. Oh! And TASTY!
We have a huge range of options offered by a number of different restaurants throughout Cartagena and for different budgets and requirements. And if you don't find something that interests you from the ones we have listed below, contact us and let's see what else we can come up with. Cooking and/or cocktail classes make a great group bonding experience too; perfect for corporate events, wedding and bachelor parties etc
Minimum class size: We need at least 2 people to run the following cooking classes. If you are just one person, you will have to join another confirmed class or pay for 2 people.
We have a huge range of options offered by a number of different restaurants throughout Cartagena and for different budgets and requirements. And if you don't find something that interests you from the ones we have listed below, contact us and let's see what else we can come up with. Cooking and/or cocktail classes make a great group bonding experience too; perfect for corporate events, wedding and bachelor parties etc
Minimum class size: We need at least 2 people to run the following cooking classes. If you are just one person, you will have to join another confirmed class or pay for 2 people.
CARIBBEAN FLAVOURS COOKING CLASS [CL01]
PRICE: $70USD
TIME: 10.30am - 1.30pm
DAYS: Monday-Saturday (Not Sundays)
ABOUT:
Taking place in a beautiful dedicated cooking studio in the neighbourhood of Getsemani, these workshops, led by the lovely Cartagena-born chef María Angélica (or her team), consist of preparing (and eating) a delicious 3 course meal. These are hands-on classes, perfect for everyone from novices to cooking enthusiasts. You'll get instruction in knife skills and cheffing techniques that will enhance your culinary repertoire together with introducing typical flavours and recipes from the region.
The class includes:
-apron
- welcome drink (non-alcoholic)
- glass of wine with meal
Menu 1 (Monday, Wednesday & Friday)
Seabass Ceviche with banana emulsion and lemongrass
Mote de queso (specialty local soup made from yam and cheese)
Posta Negra Cartagenera (Black spiced top-side beef) accompanied by coconut rice, plantains in temptation (another local specialty) and avocado ahí
Tree tomato in syrup dessert
Menu 2 (Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday)
Shrimp and conch cocktail
Crab Carimañolas (typical local snack of stuffed and fried yuca dumplings)
Red Snapper, coconut rice and plantain tostones
Enyucado dessert (gluten-free cassava and coconut cake)
If you have allergies or preferences, please let us know and we can request alterations to this menu.
Doesn't include: extra drinks and eats you may want to purchase, transport to the restaurant.
Private Classes:
It is also possible to book private classes and a different menu can be chosen for your group if you choose The price is 1,200,000 pesos for 1-8 people, or for groups larger than 8 you will pay the same per person price as the group classes (200,000 pesos pp)
For bookings email: [email protected]
Be careful to request this specific cooking class by using the code Cooking class CL01
Pre-payment is required to reserve your booking.
IMPORTANT: At time of booking, please let us know if there are any food restrictions or allergies.
TIME: 10.30am - 1.30pm
DAYS: Monday-Saturday (Not Sundays)
ABOUT:
Taking place in a beautiful dedicated cooking studio in the neighbourhood of Getsemani, these workshops, led by the lovely Cartagena-born chef María Angélica (or her team), consist of preparing (and eating) a delicious 3 course meal. These are hands-on classes, perfect for everyone from novices to cooking enthusiasts. You'll get instruction in knife skills and cheffing techniques that will enhance your culinary repertoire together with introducing typical flavours and recipes from the region.
The class includes:
-apron
- welcome drink (non-alcoholic)
- glass of wine with meal
Menu 1 (Monday, Wednesday & Friday)
Seabass Ceviche with banana emulsion and lemongrass
Mote de queso (specialty local soup made from yam and cheese)
Posta Negra Cartagenera (Black spiced top-side beef) accompanied by coconut rice, plantains in temptation (another local specialty) and avocado ahí
Tree tomato in syrup dessert
Menu 2 (Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday)
Shrimp and conch cocktail
Crab Carimañolas (typical local snack of stuffed and fried yuca dumplings)
Red Snapper, coconut rice and plantain tostones
Enyucado dessert (gluten-free cassava and coconut cake)
If you have allergies or preferences, please let us know and we can request alterations to this menu.
Doesn't include: extra drinks and eats you may want to purchase, transport to the restaurant.
Private Classes:
It is also possible to book private classes and a different menu can be chosen for your group if you choose The price is 1,200,000 pesos for 1-8 people, or for groups larger than 8 you will pay the same per person price as the group classes (200,000 pesos pp)
For bookings email: [email protected]
Be careful to request this specific cooking class by using the code Cooking class CL01
Pre-payment is required to reserve your booking.
IMPORTANT: At time of booking, please let us know if there are any food restrictions or allergies.
CARIBBEAN FLAVOURS MARKET VISIT + COOKING CLASS [CL02]
PRICE: $110USD
TIME: 8.00am - 1.30pm
DAYS: Monday - Saturday
ABOUT:
How do you make the Caribbean Flavours Cooking class described above even better? Add on a visit to the incomparable Mercado Bazurto! At 8am you will meet at the restaurant (full directions are provided upon booking) and Maria or one of her Chefs will accompany you to experience the sensorial overload that is the Mercado Bazurto. Together you will purchase ingredients, learn about the market and meet locals. After exploring the labyrinth you will then return to the restaurant to enjoy the cooking class (as described above but included again for convenience).
Menu 1 (Monday, Wednesday & Friday)
Seabass Ceviche with banana emulsion and lemongrass
Mote de queso (specialty local soup made from yam and cheese)
Posta Negra Cartagenera (Black spiced top-side beef) accompanied by coconut rice, plantains in temptation (another local specialty) and avocado ahí
Tree tomato in syrup dessert
Menu 2 (Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday)
Shrimp and conch cocktail
Crab Carimañolas (typical local snack of stuffed and fried yuca dumplings)
Red Snapper, coconut rice and plantain tostones
Enyucado dessert (gluten-free cassava and coconut cake)
This option includes:
-apron
- welcome drink (non-alcoholic)
- glass of wine with meal
- transport to and from Mercado Bazurto
If you have allergies or preferences, please let us know and we can request alterations to this menu.
To book this option, you will need to email us requesting CL02 (cooking class and market visit).
Pre-payment is required to reserve your booking.
TIME: 8.00am - 1.30pm
DAYS: Monday - Saturday
ABOUT:
How do you make the Caribbean Flavours Cooking class described above even better? Add on a visit to the incomparable Mercado Bazurto! At 8am you will meet at the restaurant (full directions are provided upon booking) and Maria or one of her Chefs will accompany you to experience the sensorial overload that is the Mercado Bazurto. Together you will purchase ingredients, learn about the market and meet locals. After exploring the labyrinth you will then return to the restaurant to enjoy the cooking class (as described above but included again for convenience).
Menu 1 (Monday, Wednesday & Friday)
Seabass Ceviche with banana emulsion and lemongrass
Mote de queso (specialty local soup made from yam and cheese)
Posta Negra Cartagenera (Black spiced top-side beef) accompanied by coconut rice, plantains in temptation (another local specialty) and avocado ahí
Tree tomato in syrup dessert
Menu 2 (Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday)
Shrimp and conch cocktail
Crab Carimañolas (typical local snack of stuffed and fried yuca dumplings)
Red Snapper, coconut rice and plantain tostones
Enyucado dessert (gluten-free cassava and coconut cake)
This option includes:
-apron
- welcome drink (non-alcoholic)
- glass of wine with meal
- transport to and from Mercado Bazurto
If you have allergies or preferences, please let us know and we can request alterations to this menu.
To book this option, you will need to email us requesting CL02 (cooking class and market visit).
Pre-payment is required to reserve your booking.
CEVICHE SPECIALIST [CL03]
PRICE: $70 PP
TIME: 5PM- 7.30PM
DAYS: Monday to Saturday
ABOUT:
CEVICHE
Fresh, light and perfect for the hot summer climate of Cartagena, ceviche is exactly what you want to be eating. This experience will give you all you need to be able to prepare your own amazing ceviches.. and then you get to gobble them down. This is another of the workshops that takes place in the Getsemani cooking studio and features fantastic views from the second floor location.
Your class includes a welcome drink and glass of wine.
Prepare 4 types of ceviche. The ceviches you will prepare are:
@ ceviche of corvina with banana and lemongrass emulsion, avocado, pickled red onion and sweet peppers.
@ ceviche of green mango with corozo fruit, hibiscus and crunchy calamari
@ cocktail of shrimp and conch with salsa and avocado
@ ceviche vegetarian of fresh coconut, corn and edible flowers (vegan)
a ceviche demonstration of 30 minutes is also available to be booked for your event. María Angélica or one of her Chefs can arrive to your chosen venue and give a basic demonstration that includes a small portion per participant and a cocktail. Contact us if you are interested in this and we can get a quote together.
IMPORTANT: Please inform us of any allergies/ restrictions at the time of booking
TO BOOK: Please let us know the date, how many people, any allergies etc and be sure to quote class code CL03 so we know which ceviche class you are interested in (there's more than 1). Pre-payment is required to secure your booking.
email: [email protected]
TIME: 5PM- 7.30PM
DAYS: Monday to Saturday
ABOUT:
CEVICHE
Fresh, light and perfect for the hot summer climate of Cartagena, ceviche is exactly what you want to be eating. This experience will give you all you need to be able to prepare your own amazing ceviches.. and then you get to gobble them down. This is another of the workshops that takes place in the Getsemani cooking studio and features fantastic views from the second floor location.
Your class includes a welcome drink and glass of wine.
Prepare 4 types of ceviche. The ceviches you will prepare are:
@ ceviche of corvina with banana and lemongrass emulsion, avocado, pickled red onion and sweet peppers.
@ ceviche of green mango with corozo fruit, hibiscus and crunchy calamari
@ cocktail of shrimp and conch with salsa and avocado
@ ceviche vegetarian of fresh coconut, corn and edible flowers (vegan)
a ceviche demonstration of 30 minutes is also available to be booked for your event. María Angélica or one of her Chefs can arrive to your chosen venue and give a basic demonstration that includes a small portion per participant and a cocktail. Contact us if you are interested in this and we can get a quote together.
IMPORTANT: Please inform us of any allergies/ restrictions at the time of booking
TO BOOK: Please let us know the date, how many people, any allergies etc and be sure to quote class code CL03 so we know which ceviche class you are interested in (there's more than 1). Pre-payment is required to secure your booking.
email: [email protected]
Be the most popular person in town after you learn to master the Colombian classic snack: Arepas
SKY KITCHEN COOKING CLASSES SK01
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PRICE: 300,000 pesos pp
TIME: 11AM-2.00PM (Lunch) or 4pm- 7.00pm (Dinner) DAYS: Monday to Sunday (no dinner option Sunday night) ABOUT: Cartagena's first dedicated cooking school, Sky Kitchen is a beautifully restored house in the center of Cartagena with 3 types of cooking classes, a bazurto market visit and one cocktail making class available. The kitchen has been designed especially for cooking classes, so everything is spacious and built to purpose. The classes will have the host demonstrate each plate and then each participant prepares their own version which they will then later get to eat. The menu options are: 1. Colombian Menu (4 dishes from throughout Colombia) 1st course: Arepitas rellenas Thick corn arepas with chicken and/or vegetable stuffing 2nd course: Patacones rellenos plantain baskets filled with shrimp and/or tomato-onion salsa 3rd course: Fish in Bijao Amazonian way of cooking a fish in a big leaf 4th course: Pie de Coco con Piña Coconut pinapple pie 2. Cartagena Menu (classics enjoyed in both Caribbean and Pacific coasts) 1st course: Boronía Spread of eggplant and ripe plantain 2nd course: Sopa de Patacones Vegetable soup with green plantain fritters and chicken 3rd course: Posta Cartagenera Traditional beef roast with coconut rice 4th course: Enyucado Cake of cassava, coconut, and cheese 3. Peru Menu 1st course: Causa Rellena Mashed potatoes with lime and mild chili paste stuffed with chicken and avocado 2nd course: Ceviche (Ceviche variation for 2nd time visitors) Cured fish with corn and sweet potatoes 3rd course: Lomo Saltado Sauteed beef, onion and tomatoes with rice and yellow potato fries 4th course: Picarones Fried pumpkin-sweet potato dough with molasses The first booking for each date will choose the menu. So let us know your preference at time of booking. Most of the above menus can be modified to be vegetarian or vegan. Let us know any food restrictions when booking and we will confirm. If you're interested in these cooking classes or have more questions just quote code SK01 when emailing us about cooking classes, and also let us know how many in your group, which date and whether you'd prefer lunch or dinner. Special menus can be requested by prior arrangement and will be priced and quoted separately. |
TRADITIONAL CARTAGENA COOKING CLASS [OLL01]
DURATION: 3-4 HOURS +
TIME: 10.30AM
PRICE: 450,000 pp (for 4 or more people), 500,000 pesos pp (2-4 people)
DAYS: Monday to Saturday
ABOUT:
Hosted by the enchanting Carolina, this class is focused on sharing the most traditional and beloved recipes from Cartagena and showcasing local ingredients. The duration has been noted as 3 -4 hours, but it is very common for those who choose this class to stay enjoying themselves with superhost Caro well into the evening. Caro is an expert in connecting visitors with the emotion, history and tradition behind every dish and helping you develop a greater understanding for Cartagena culture. The other benefit of this class is the beautiful space the class is housed in. Big huge ceilings, full of light and chicness.
The price is listed as "From" because it varies depending how many guests you are booking for. 4 or more people = 450,000 pesos pp
Here are a list of potential menu items.. The menu will be based on ingredients of the day but we can we can also easily cater for vegetarians and other food preferences, so let us know.
Starter
Fish Ceviche
Mango Ceviche
Shrimp Cocktail
Mote de Queso (it is a white, thick soup/stew made out of yams (ñame) and local farmer's cheese, like a creole fondue!) V
Patacones con Queso (deep fried, crunchy and garlicky plantains with local farmer's cheese) V
Main Dishes
Yellow sticky rice with chicken, pork and meat, wrapped in Bijao leaves (traditional Cartagena rice called Pastel, similar to a tamale)
Seafood stew cooked in tomato sauce and coconut milk (cazuela de mariscos)
Posta Cartagenera (pot roast) slow cooked in sweet panela sauce with coconut rice and patacones)
Gnocci made out of yucca in blue cheese sauce (not a traditional dish, but a fantastic fusion of traditional ingredients and french flair).
Dessert
Enyucado (typical dessert made with yucca)
White chocolate, coconut milk and passion fruit "soup".
Drinks
You will learn to make your own cocktail for example, a mojito, and can keep making these for most of the class ie "unlimited" .
Wine and other drinks are available to be purchased separately.
To reserve, please send an email quoting option OLL01 and letting us know your preferred day and how many people want to do the class. Pre payment is required to reserve your booking.
CARTAGENA COOKING CLASS + MARKET EXPERIENCE [OLL02]
DURATION: 7 HOURS +
TIME: 7.30am pick up from hotel
PRICE: 550,000 pp (4+ people) 600,000 pesos (2-4 people) NOTE: Transport to market is charged additionally
DAYS: Monday to Saturday
ABOUT:
The full Cartagena Cooking class (as explained above) together with a visit to Mercado Bazurto with your host Carolina is a full-day option for those who really want to immerse themselves in the gastronomy and culture of Cartagena. Explore the market, choose ingredients and return to prepare your 3-4 course feast with cocktails.
Please note that the prices above do not include transport costs. Once they have the size of your group and where you are staying, the restaurant will provide us with a quote as to how much extra there is to pay for this.
To reserve, please send an email quoting option OLL01 and letting us know your preferred day and how many people want to do the class. Pre payment is required to reserve your booking.
TIME: 7.30am pick up from hotel
PRICE: 550,000 pp (4+ people) 600,000 pesos (2-4 people) NOTE: Transport to market is charged additionally
DAYS: Monday to Saturday
ABOUT:
The full Cartagena Cooking class (as explained above) together with a visit to Mercado Bazurto with your host Carolina is a full-day option for those who really want to immerse themselves in the gastronomy and culture of Cartagena. Explore the market, choose ingredients and return to prepare your 3-4 course feast with cocktails.
Please note that the prices above do not include transport costs. Once they have the size of your group and where you are staying, the restaurant will provide us with a quote as to how much extra there is to pay for this.
To reserve, please send an email quoting option OLL01 and letting us know your preferred day and how many people want to do the class. Pre payment is required to reserve your booking.
MarKET TOUR + BRUNCH [OLL03]
DURATION: 3 HOURS +
TIME: 7.30am pick up from hotel
PRICE: 250,000 pp (transport fee billed separately)
DAYS: Monday - Saturday
ABOUT:
Explore the market with the charismatic Carolina, then return to her charming restaurant for a restorative feast. This option includes hotel pick up, full market tour and then full brunch of bread and pastries, tropical fruits, eggs and various other brunch items. A fantastic way to start the day and experience the market in a more "civilized" fashion!
Note: although you will help to prepare the table and perhaps cut some of the fruits, this option does not include an actual cooking class with instructions.
Please also note that the price above does not include transport to the market. Once they have the size of your group and where you are staying, the restaurant will provide a transportation quote separately.
TIME: 7.30am pick up from hotel
PRICE: 250,000 pp (transport fee billed separately)
DAYS: Monday - Saturday
ABOUT:
Explore the market with the charismatic Carolina, then return to her charming restaurant for a restorative feast. This option includes hotel pick up, full market tour and then full brunch of bread and pastries, tropical fruits, eggs and various other brunch items. A fantastic way to start the day and experience the market in a more "civilized" fashion!
Note: although you will help to prepare the table and perhaps cut some of the fruits, this option does not include an actual cooking class with instructions.
Please also note that the price above does not include transport to the market. Once they have the size of your group and where you are staying, the restaurant will provide a transportation quote separately.
CEVICHE COOKING CLASSES [OLL04]
DURATION: 2-3 hours
START TIME: Flexible
PRICE: 250,000 pp
ABOUT:
Fresh, clean and mega satisfying, the South American continent has been repping ceviche for centuries and now the rest of the world is catching up. The traditional Colombian Caribbean versions used fruit juices to preserve and "cook" their fish, which have developed through international influences to a wide variety of different versions. You will prepare delicious ceviche that you can easily learn to make for yourselves at home and the class also includes making patacones and arepas to accompany your large ceviche. Once again your host for this experience will be the delightful Carolina.
To book please quote OLL04 and let us know the date, how many people and any food allergies or restrictions.
Pre-payment is required to secure your booking.
START TIME: Flexible
PRICE: 250,000 pp
ABOUT:
Fresh, clean and mega satisfying, the South American continent has been repping ceviche for centuries and now the rest of the world is catching up. The traditional Colombian Caribbean versions used fruit juices to preserve and "cook" their fish, which have developed through international influences to a wide variety of different versions. You will prepare delicious ceviche that you can easily learn to make for yourselves at home and the class also includes making patacones and arepas to accompany your large ceviche. Once again your host for this experience will be the delightful Carolina.
To book please quote OLL04 and let us know the date, how many people and any food allergies or restrictions.
Pre-payment is required to secure your booking.
SWEET TREATS COOKING CLASS [OLL05]
DURATION: 1.5 HOURS
TIME: Flexible
PRICE: 150,000 pp
ABOUT:
Learn recipes that are among some of the most ancient in the world, passed down from former African slaves through the generations to their descendants in Palenque and Cartagena. Under the guidance of host Carolina, master local favourites such as cocadas, bolitas de tamarindo and enyucado then gobble them up (or take some home as gifts/for later). To book this, email us with the code OLL05 and be sure to tell us your preferred start time.
TIME: Flexible
PRICE: 150,000 pp
ABOUT:
Learn recipes that are among some of the most ancient in the world, passed down from former African slaves through the generations to their descendants in Palenque and Cartagena. Under the guidance of host Carolina, master local favourites such as cocadas, bolitas de tamarindo and enyucado then gobble them up (or take some home as gifts/for later). To book this, email us with the code OLL05 and be sure to tell us your preferred start time.
FRUIT TASTING EXPERIENCE [OLL07]
DURATION: Flexible
TIME: Flexible
PRICE: 150,000 pp ( groups of 6 or more only)
ABOUT:
Booked as a group experience, this is a fantastic way to sample a wide variety of tropical fruits, learn about their properties and have a fun food-based experience. Colombia is blessed with one of the most diverse varieties of fruits in the world.. if you can't name everything in the photo above.. this might be the option for you and your group. Makes a great activity for weddings, corporate events etc For more info send us an email quoting code OLL07
TIME: Flexible
PRICE: 150,000 pp ( groups of 6 or more only)
ABOUT:
Booked as a group experience, this is a fantastic way to sample a wide variety of tropical fruits, learn about their properties and have a fun food-based experience. Colombia is blessed with one of the most diverse varieties of fruits in the world.. if you can't name everything in the photo above.. this might be the option for you and your group. Makes a great activity for weddings, corporate events etc For more info send us an email quoting code OLL07
LIMONADA DE COCO WORKSHOP + MINI CEVICHE EXPERIENCE [OLL08]
DURATION: 1.5 HOURS
TIME: Flexible
PRICE: 250,000 pp
ABOUT:
You put the lime in the coconut, you drank 'em bot' up. Pretty much that's it. And it's delicious! To learn how to make this beloved and decadent drink, book this coconut lemonade workshop with host Carolina and get ready to enjoy the best drink you've never tasted.
Then it's time to learn to make your new favourite; ceviche. This is a more express ceviche class than that described in OLL04 above but is a great way to include 2 icons of the Cartagena kitchen, in the one class.
Use code OLL08 and tell us which time of day you'd prefer as the start time.
TIME: Flexible
PRICE: 250,000 pp
ABOUT:
You put the lime in the coconut, you drank 'em bot' up. Pretty much that's it. And it's delicious! To learn how to make this beloved and decadent drink, book this coconut lemonade workshop with host Carolina and get ready to enjoy the best drink you've never tasted.
Then it's time to learn to make your new favourite; ceviche. This is a more express ceviche class than that described in OLL04 above but is a great way to include 2 icons of the Cartagena kitchen, in the one class.
Use code OLL08 and tell us which time of day you'd prefer as the start time.