Cartagena Street Food Tour

Description

Welcome to Cartagena, a city that not only boasts a rich history but also delights your taste buds with its vibrant street food culture. As you embark on this flavorful journey, your adventure begins at the iconic Clock Tower, where charming stories of Cartagena's gastronomy unfold. Within this historic landmark, a kiosk awaits you, offering the delicious combination of patacones with cheese—a delightful introduction to the diversity of street food that awaits you.

Wandering through the lively streets, your next stop is the "Sombreo Vueltiao," where you will savor a small cocktail capturing the essence of local flavors. Sip, enjoy, and immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere as you delve into the cultural fusion that defines the Cartagena culinary scene.

Continue your gastronomic exploration with a visit to "Palito de Caucho," where you'll taste the delicious cheese arepa and then savor the unique touch of the egg arepa. The journey takes a savory turn as you indulge in chorizo, perfectly complemented with a refreshing sip of "Costeñita" beer. The local ambiance enhances the experience, turning each bite into a celebration of Colombian coastal cuisine.

The adventure doesn't stop there. A delight for cheese lovers awaits you at the "Deditos de Queso" stop, where you'll enjoy these finger-licking delights. Flavors dance on your palate, showcasing the diverse and charming range of street food offerings.

As you wander through the charming streets of Cartagena, your taste buds are destined for a culinary crescendo. Taste the refreshing Salpicon, the crispy goodness of buñuelos, and the savory embrace of carimañolas. Each bite tells a story of tradition, heritage, and the warmth of Colombian hospitality.

Conclude your street food culinary odyssey back at the Clock Tower, where a charming tray of sweets awaits you. This sweet ending brings the tour full circle, leaving you with a satisfying blend of savory and sweet memories from the vibrant streets of Cartagena.

While you walk through the streets of Cartagena, you will dive into its daily life through this tasteful experience.  You will see and taste locally grown tropical fruits like granadilla, mango, lulo, soursop, and papaya.  Try delicious fried snacks like arepas, (corn flatbread) stuffed potatoes, empanadas, kibbeh, buñuelos, and carimañolas, while getting in touch with local music, history, and architecture. Sweeten up the evening with colorful cocadas, arequipe, enyucado, raspao, salpicón, and bocadillo with cheese, and if thirst gets in the way, try refreshing bolis, coconut water or even a cup of tinto!