Oh La La

Experience Cartagena through its most authentic flavors and stories. This cultural experience takes you deep into the heart of Bazurto Market, the city’s largest and most dynamic marketplace. Guided by a local chef and cultural interpreter, you’ll explore its vibrant alleys filled with fresh fish, tropical fruits, local herbs, spices, and a cast of unforgettable characters who shape the daily rhythm of this unique space. Bazurto is more than a market—it’s a living reflection of Cartagena’s soul. Its energy, diversity, and spontaneity reveal how food, economy, and culture intertwine on the Caribbean coast. During the walk, you’ll meet market vendors and learn how to recognize regional ingredients that will soon reappear on your plate. After the visit, you’ll head to Oh La La, where a traditional Caribbean breakfast will be served. This isn’t a tourist tasting menu—it’s a real slice of daily life in Cartagena. Expect a crispy egg arepa, a golden carimañola, a fresh tropical fruit portion, and a comforting cup of hot chocolate with cheese, a regional favorite that surprises many and delights everyone. This journey from the bustling market to the breakfast table offers more than a meal—it’s a way to understand Cartagena through its flavors, its people, and its culinary traditions.

Cook & Savor: A Caribbean Feast Step into the soul of Cartagena through its most delicious language: food. In this hands-on Caribbean cooking class, hosted at Oh La La Bistrot—an enchanting restored colonial house in the heart of Getsemaní—you'll create a full traditional menu that brings the flavors, colors, and stories of the Colombian Caribbean to life. The experience begins by crafting a traditional coconut dessert, the beloved cocada, made first so it has time to cool. Then, you'll move on to frying golden patacones (crispy green plantains), a true staple of coastal cuisine. For the main course, you’ll choose from three iconic dishes: Chicken Monteriana: a rich, slow-cooked stew flavored with local spices and hogao. Coconut Fish Stew: tender sea bass cooked in a creamy coconut and creole sauce. Mote de Queso: a comforting vegetarian stew of yam and Costeño cheese. Finally, you’ll prepare your appetizer: a refreshing Caribbean-style ceviche or a golden yuca carimañola (vegetarian option available). Each dish you create tells a story of migration, tradition, and celebration. Once everything is ready, we sit down to enjoy the full meal you prepared—starter, main course, side dish, dessert—paired with a refreshing coconut lemonade or tropical fruit juice. Our space combines the Caribbean essence with a French touch, preserving colonial elements like high wooden ceilings and historic walls, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere perfect for conversation and shared laughter. This class is not just about learning recipes—it's about living an experience that fuses gastronomy, culture, and the human warmth that defines Cartagena. Whether you are a passionate home cook or a curious traveler, you’ll leave with unforgettable memories and a deeper understanding of Colombian Caribbean cuisine. Highlights: Full hands-on experience guided by a local chef All ingredients and cooking tools included Menu: appetizer, main dish, side, dessert, drink Vegetarian options available Air-conditioned colonial setting in vibrant Getsemaní Recipes provided digitally after the class

Get hands-on with Colombia’s most beloved street foods in this immersive fried snack workshop. Guided by a local chef, you'll explore the roots and techniques behind iconic Caribbean fritters, all while preparing your own from scratch. The experience begins by working with two essential bases: yuca and corn. You’ll grind the ingredients using traditional methods and learn the secrets behind the texture, seasoning, and filling techniques of each dish. Together, we’ll prepare: Carimañolas – crispy yuca fritters filled with savory goodness Empanadas – golden cornmeal pockets with flavorful fillings The famous arepa de huevo will be served from the kitchen for tasting, along with a glass of fresh tropical juice and a cup of Colombian coffee to complete your Caribbean breakfast-style plate. This experience is a celebration of flavor, culture, and history—perfect for curious foodies, cooking enthusiasts, and anyone wanting to connect with Cartagena’s culinary soul.