Traditional Costa

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Chacchoben Mayan Ruins is the most popular and visited attraction for a day in Costa Maya. It is approximately 50 minutes drive from Costa Maya Port. This site is just a few kilometers from the village of Chacchoben from which it's name derive. The translation of the Mayan word "Chacchoben" refers to "The Place Of The Red Corn". The structures at this site are characterized by large temples and massive platforms dated from 700 AD.

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Embark on a delightful food tour, where you will deliberately engage in the rich local culture. Leisurely stroll through the charming streets of Jaco and explore traditional gastronomy in bars and restaurants. This experience presents a unique opportunity to gain profound insights into Costa Rican culture, delving into stories and anecdotes surrounding some of the region's most beloved and delectable traditional dishes. Amidst the captivating fusion of culture and natural landscapes at Jaco Beach, you will find yourself in a relaxing setting, creating the perfect ambiance for an enjoyable afternoon in the city.

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With the help of Doña Chela, you will learn about the preparation of traditional Costa Rican dishes with products from the garden and the oldest way in the heat of the wood-fired kitchen.

The Thermal Circuit is Tenerife's most complete spa, located in Costa Adeje. You will feel relaxed and healthy by doing this circuit.

Customize your hands-on experience in our local atmosphere and be surprised by our chef's tips and tricks! Our mision is to provide you with a personalized service. And this is why, you can choose the dish you would like to learn 🙂

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Beach activity and tour to enjoy how fabulous the Caribbean Sea is and feel the sand between your feet

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We partner with a local restaurant to bring you to this unique dinner where we take you to a restaurant and you'll experience the typical dish of the Island. While you are eating a delicious meal at the same time you'll see a live performance of a Folk Group from Madeira. The menu of this excellent dinner is as follows: Madeira Wine glass as a starter, Bolo do Caco with garlic butter the traditional Madeiran bread which goes along with the first plate Tomato or Caldo Verde soup. After, the main dish: the famous Espetada, the tasteful skewered beef in a stick, served together with french fries, vegetables, salad and fried maize, typical from Madeira. Afterward, you get to chose the dessert where you can pick coffee mousse or fruit salad; then you get a coffee and a digestive Madeira Licour. To drink with meals, you can choose red wine, white wine, beer, water, and soda beverages. You can repeat the food and drinks but with moderation.

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We are The Official Craft Beer Tour of Costa Rica. We are the first and only craft beer tour available in the area.

We are a small Costa Rican family of 5, made up of Lidiana, Eddie, our sons Aaron, Edison and our daughter in law Tiffany. We also have 3 cats and a dog. We are determined to improve ourselves day by day, our main objective as a Costa Rican family and peasant, is to maintain our customs, traditions and share them with visitors so they can feel at home and part of our family.

Experience an authentic night in the heart of Costa Rica. Enjoy a vibrant show that will take you through the traditions and culture tica, accompanied by live music, typical dances and a festive atmosphere. Immerse yourself in an experience where the color, joy and flavor of our land come together to offer you an unforgettable night. Ideal for those who want to feel the soul of Costa Rica and discover the essence of its people.

We will start the tour with a delicious welcome drink prepared with the fresh fruits of the area. Our guide will highlight the main objectives of the farm, which include the promotion of the sustainable use of natural resources and preservation of Costa Rican customs and traditions. After this warm welcome, we will get to try milking cows by hand. Anyone can participate in this experience, especially the little ones. Next, we will participate in the process of extracting cane juice and have the opportunity to taste the juice with combined with a variety of ingredients such as liquor, peppermint, and other products obtained from the farm. We will visit a small archaeological ranch where we can observe different indigenous pieces and use them in the creation of artisanal cocoa. At the end of the tour, we will share a lunch made with farm-fresh products such as cheese, tortillas, hash, and more. Undoubtedly, this is an experience full of culture, tradition, and Costa Rican customs.

Located in the commune of Talagante, 1 hour from Santiago, we find Viña Undurraga, one of the most beautiful and oldest in the country. Its origins date back to 1885, founded by Don Francisco Undurraga, who asked the French landscaper George Henry Dubois to design its beautiful parks. During the Tour we will take a tour of the vineyard, we will discover the strains that this vineyard cultivates and the vinification process of the different wines produced here. Then, there will be a walk through the hundred-year-old underground cellars, to end the tour in the place where the "Gente de Tierra" collection is located, which shows Mapuche life and art. As is tradition, you will be able to taste 3 reserve wines, so that you can taste the quality of Viña Undurraga's products. Come and learn more about this beautiful vineyard, its history and its wines together with Discover Santiago.

Melissa believes food is a way to share love, a way to learn about someone's culture and to connect with people. She grew up eating traditional Costa Rican food that her mom cooked for them at home. Melissa learned these family recipes from her mother and then perfected them with time. Today she re-creates traditional meals and adds a modern twist to make her own recipes. Melissa is very keen on showcasing the rich culture and heritage of her country through its food and that why she will teach you some traditional Costa Rican dishes that she grew up eating with a modern twist; using local, seasonal and fresh produce. Melissa lives with her husband and their well behaved dog in a beautiful home close to the beach and city center in Jaco. 

We believe that a healthy and prosperous life starts with what we eat; also, gastronomy and family recipes connect us as human beings. Eleven years ago we decided to switch our farm from a "traditional" crops to organic ones to improve our own health. In this experience we'll walk through our organic farm with the last bits of sunlight looking for the fresh ingredients we'll need to prepare a delicious dinner and share our culture with you. We hope that, besides providing a delicious foodie experience, what we do inspires more people to care about the source of their food and protect our planet. We have veggie and vegan options. Please do let us know if you have any other allergy and/or dietary restriction.

Step into one of San José’s most vibrant restaurants for an experience that captures the essence of Costa Rican gastronomy in every bite. Here, each dish is crafted to highlight a unique facet of Costa Rican cuisine—from cherished, traditional recipes passed down through generations to innovative, contemporary interpretations that bring new life to local flavors. Guided by passionate food experts, you’ll delve into the stories and ingredients behind each plate, gaining insight into Costa Rica’s rich culinary traditions, sustainable practices, and dedication to slow food. Skip the guesswork and indulge in an expertly curated menu that celebrates Costa Rican food—100% local, responsibly sourced, and bursting with authenticity. This is more than a meal; it’s a taste of Costa Rican culture and a moment to savor every flavor.

Live an outdoor experience! Taste and savor genuine products of our territory! Upon arrival you can collect a Picnic box per person and go to the olive trees adjacent to the Cellar. Here you will find specially prepared stations (with straw bales, tablecloths, mood lighting) to sit freely and spend a pleasant evening. You will find a kiosk on site where you can buy roasts, wine and more separately. The evening will be enlivened by traveling live music.

With the help and instruction of the cooks, the travelers will be able to prepare a typical dish, in the class they will learn and put into practice the culinary techniques for the creation of the dish, information about the traditions and customs of Costa Rican cuisine will be disclosed, they will learn about new local ingredients and their uses and we offer alternative dishes if the traveler is vegan or has any allergies, the latter must be notified in advance to the people who will teach the class

In my experiences, people will be able to live and know from the perspective of a local person with indigenous descent. many traditions that are very important to the culture such as medicinal plants, knowing the ceremony house, crafts, cocoa chocolate making and history. and also very important to share with local people and take home a beautiful memory of everything experienced in the place. and then after this beautiful cultural experience. We visited a waterfall in the area where you can swim and enjoy nature. It is an experience that will allow you to connect with the indigenous Bribri culture of the area and appreciate the nature of its surroundings, which very few people managed to visit and learn about the beauty of this culture. And something also very important is that even the little ones who live this experience will learn about one of the best-known cultures in Costa Rica.

Join us for the ultimate foodie adventure in Alicante. A local guide who can show you the best spots for some of the city’s best loved dishes. This experience will leave you filled with delicious local foods as well as some insider knowledge into the city’s culinary history and culture. Discover why locals have so much passion for their seefood and hang out with them.

The Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge is considered to be one of the best sites on the continent for bird watching. In addition to an abundance of birds, Caño Negro is also home to many exciting animals, such as sloths, three types of monkeys, caimans, lizards, bats, and a variety of flora native to the wetlands.