Two Colombian restaurants got prizes by the World Culinary Awards, one of the most prestigious culinary prizes in the world. Credit: Erseyes, CC-BY-NC-SA-2.0 / Fickr-Two Colombian restaurants got recognition at the World Culinary Awards 2025, one of the most prestigious gastronomic competitions in t
At “Cafes de Colombia Expo 2025,” Latin America’s main coffee fair returned to Bogota, highlighting its educational role. Credit: Josep Maria Freixes / Colombia One.The Corferias convention center in Bogota, Colombia’s capital, became the epicenter of Latin American coffee with the 2025 edition of “
Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia One Poultry farming (and egg production) continues to be one of Colombia’s most dynamic and resilient agricultural sectors, playing a vital role in the country’s food system and nutrition. Eggs — a beloved product across Latin America — have become a daily essential i
The department of La Guajira has a rich gastronomy, with typical dishes combining local flavors with seafood. Credit: Macuiratours, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons.La Guajira department in Colombia feature some of the most interesting dishes you can find in the country. La Guajira borders the Carib
Here’s how to prepare one of the most delicious Colombian delicacy: The caldo de costilla, also known as rib broth. Credit: Xemenendura / CC BY SA 4.0One of the most beloved dish in Colombia is the caldo de costilla or Colombian rib broth, a hearty and warming soup that graces tables across the coun
A coffee expert and a volcanologist have revealed the secret key to making the very best espresso using science. Credit: A.P. / Colombia OneScience has shed light on a long-debated coffee question: What’s the best way to make an espresso? A collaboration between a coffee expert and a volcanologist a
In Boyaca, Colombia, you can find the Biomuseum of the Native Potato, a place that pays tribute to biodiversity. Credit: Licor de mandarina, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrBoyaca is considered the potato heartland of Colombia, as its cold and fertile highlands allow the cultivation of more than 40 varieti
We spoke with four foreign entrepreneurs who have opened food businesses in Colombia, a market that does surprisingly well! Credit: Colombia OneColombia is a sought-after destination for foreign entrepreneurs seeking to share their culture and food in an extremely diverse, welcoming and apparently p
Colombian superfruit açai is produced in the country’s Amazonian Putumayo and Pacific regions. It is exported and enjoyed around the world. Credit: MarciaDo Carmo, PDM 1.0Among Colombia’s many delicious fruits is the açai, a type of berry that comes from the açai palm tree. Produced in the Colombian
Korean Brandon Lee opened his restaurant ‘Oppa Asado Coreano’ in Medellin, seven years ago, to share his country’s cuisine with Colombia. Credit: Brandon Lee courtesy.Brandon Lee, a Korean living in Medellin, opened the ‘Oppa Asado Coreano’ restaurant seven years ago, specializing in Korean BBQ, aft
Colombian cuisine has conquered the globe, with several Colombian restaurants earning prestigious Michelin stars.Credit: El Chato Restaurant courtesy.Colombian cuisine has conquered palates worldwide, with several restaurants earning the prestigious Michelin star, a testament to its excellence, auth
The thickness of the Colombian ajiaco is one of its main traits, and there’s a grandmothers’ trick to make it happen. Credit: Victor Cohen / ColombiaOneFew dishes embody as much history, flavor, and national pride as ajiaco, a thick, comforting soup that stands as the culinary emblem of Bogota and a
In Colombia, varieties of corn are cultivated and used as the main ingredient in several preparations across different regions. Credit: CIMMYT, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / FlickrCorn is one of the pillars of Colombian cuisine and, beyond being a simple crop, it represents history, identity, and tradition. Sin
Traditional dishes from Colombia’s Vichada department are influenced by the culture of the Llanos, with piranha being particularly popular. Credit: Caroll Viana / Colombia One.The department of Vichada, located in Colombia’s Eastern Plains region, is a land of vast open spaces, mighty rivers, and im
Migao is a traditional Colombian drink made with hot chocolate. This beverage consists of crumbled cookies, cheese, arepa, and bread. Credit: Caldobasico, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsMigao is a true institution in Colombia. A hot drink made with hot chocolate, sugar, cheese, and pieces of bread
Colombia’s “Cocina Palenquera para el Mundo” was named the best Cookbook in the World, surpassing 1,500 books from different countries. Credit: Juan G. Gutierrez, CC BY-NC 2.0 / Flickr.The best cookbook in the world is from Colombia. Cocina Palenquera para el Mundo (Palenque Cuisine to the World), c
In Misiones, Argentina, there is an edible tree: the Yacaratia, a species you can safely eat without worrying for your health. Credit: Alex Popovkin – CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.Misiones, Argentina, is home to the world’s only edible tree: The Yacaratia, a species that you can eat as it is perf
Argentine empanada brand Empanet demonstrates how flavor and consistency can break barriers in the U.S. market as a successful Latin venture. Credit: Courtesy of EmpanetEmpanet is an Argentine company that distributes empanadas in U.S. supermarkets — a recipe born from tradition with a standout busi
Peto is a traditional drink from Colombia’s Caribbean Coast, and it is common to see street vendors carrying pots of peto. Credit: Rodtico21, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsOn the streets of Colombia’s Caribbean Coast, the sound of a metal bell or the voice of a street vendor announcing their produ
Two bars from Medellin and one from Bogota made it into the ranking of the world’s 100 best bars. Bar Carmen holds the 100th spot. Credit: Peter Clakr, CC BY-NC 2.0Three Colombian bars earned a spot in the prestigious The World’s Best Bars 2025 ranking. Two of them are located in Medellin and one in
Colombian sodas come in a diverse range of flavors, each uniquely crafted to complement different types of food. Credit: Colombia OneSodas are extremely popular beverages among Colombians. Known for their high sugar content and addictive potential, they remain an essential part of everyday life, com
Popayan is recognized as Colombia’s Creative City of Gastronomy, celebrated for its culinary traditions and typical dishes. Credit: Niek Van Son / CC BY 2.0Popayan, known as Colombia’s “White City,” not only stands out for its historical and cultural richness but also for its exquisite gastronomy. I
Traditional Lebanese cuisine has had a significant influence on Colombian dishes, especially in Barranquilla, Colombia’s Caribbean coast. Credit: Caroll Viana / Colombia One.Lebanese cuisine has had a notable influence on Colombian gastronomy, especially in the Caribbean coast region. This influenc
The soursop, or guanabana, is a tropical fruit native to Colombia where it is higlhy consumed for its taste and benefits. Credit: Adam Cohn/CC BY-NC-ND 2.0The soursop, or guanabana, scientifically known as Annona muricata, is a delicious tropical fruit from Colombia. While its exact place of origin
