From roadside stands in Mexico to fusion trucks across Asia, tacos have become a symbol of flavor and culture, with different styles. Credit: Indrek Torilo, CC BY NC 2.0When you hear the word “taco,” your mind probably goes straight to beef, cheese, and a crunchy shell. But tacos? They’re way more t
Medellin is one of the cities in Colombia with the best gastronomy. One of the top restaurants for dining out is El Cielo. Credit: MicroMacroMicro / CC BY NC ND 2.0Medellin is one of the most acclaimed cities by tourists in Colombia, not only for its vibrant nightlife but also for its diverse and ex
Colombia is the fourth-largest potato producer in Latin America and is home to some of the world’s best, including the famous papa criolla. Credit: Chiot´s run, CC BY-NC 2.0 / FlickrIn Colombia, the potato is not just a staple food but also a symbol of gastronomic identity. The country is the fourth
The department of Boyaca, Colombia, has a rich gastronomy, highlighted by typical dishes such as mute and cocido boyacense. Credit: USAID Digital Development / CC BY 2.0The department of Boyaca, located in the Andean region of Colombia, is known not only for its historical and cultural richness, but
The best seafood dishes in Colombia are found on the Caribbean coast and the Pacific region, offering a great variety of choice. Credit: Caroll Viana / Colombia OneColombia’s cuisine is known for its iconic seafood dishes. When it comes to seafood, the Caribbean coast and the Pacific region of Colom
Fortezza, a pizzeria based in Colombia´s capital, Bogota has become the only Colombian restaurant to crack The Best Pizza Awards 2025 list. Credit: Bex Walton – CC BY 2.0 via Flickr. Fortezza, a pizzeria based in Bogota, Colombia has become the first, and only, Colombian restaurant to crack The Best
A Colombian couple living in Adelaide, Australia, created a unique arepa brand, Arepa Poderosa, honoring the flavors of Colombia. Credit: Courtesy of Poderosa / InstagramColombia has new unofficial ambassadors to Australia: a Colombian couple’s original creation ‘Arepa Poderosa’ (powerful) aims to b
The traditional food of San Andres, Colombia, has British influences. Rondon is the island’s most representative dish. Credit: Caroll Viana / Colombia OneSan Andres and Providencia Caribbean food is a true culinary treasure of Colombia. Its cuisine combines local ingredients such as coconut, fresh f
The Llanos Orientales region of Colombia boasts a diverse gastronomy, with each department offering its own characteristic meat dish. Credit: Dansar, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia CommonsColombia’s Llanos Orientales, a vast region spanning the departments of Meta, Casanare, Arauca and Vichada, is known f
Pandebono, a cheesy, cripsy and spongy bread from Cali, is a must on the Christmas table in Colombia and has gained global recognition. Credit: AP / Colombia One Pandebono is a delicious cheese bread originating from Colombia. This popular bread is made with cassava starch, corn starch, fresh cheese
The department of Tolima boasts one of the finest cuisines in Colombia; Among its typical dishes is lechona and tamal. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia OneThe department of Tolima, located in the heart of Colombia, is a region rich in culture, traditions, and above all, intense and authentic flavors.
Meet the guardians of Colombian cuisine, women that have preserved the traditional flavors of Colombia’s gastronomy. Credit: El agujero, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / FlickrIn every typical dish served in Colombia, there is much more than just ingredients: there is memory, identity, and resilience. At the heart
Colombia’s regional breakfasts are not just meals; they are cultural experiences that reflect the diverse history and geography of the nation. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia OneColombian breakfasts are as diverse as the country’s landscapes, varying from region to region but always characterized by
The queso costeño cheese is one of the best accompaniments for various traditional dishes of Colombia’s Caribbean. Credit: Jdvillalobos, CC BY 3.0 / Wikimedia CommonsIn Colombia’s Caribbean region, the “queso costeño” cheese holds a special place at the table. This traditional cheese, originating fr
Obleas are a traditional dessert in Colombia and in Floridablanca, Santander, you can have the best in the world. Credit:Xmascarol, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrObleas are one of the most traditional and beloved desserts in Colombia. This delicious treat, made of two thin and crispy circular wafers fille
A Colombian chef wrote a cookbook inspired by Disney’s film Encanto, featuring over 70 traditional Colombian recipes. Credit: Nata Luna, CC BY-NC 2.0 / FlickrColombian chef Patricia McCausland Gallo has written a cookbook inspired by Disney’s Encanto, a film that celebrates the magic of Colombia. Th
The Amazon region of Colombia has a rich gastronomy, with its typical dishes influenced by its biodiversity. Credit: Clara Isabel Botero, CC BY-NC 2.0 / Flickr.Colombia’s Amazon region gastronomy is rich, with fascinating local dishes originating in the region’s plentiful biodiversity. The vast area
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
Colombia’s Caribbean coast offers a wide variety of street food, with Barranquilla considered a top city for enjoying these dishes. Credit: Caroll Viana Co1Street food on Colombia’s Caribbean coast is among the best you can find in the country. Popular options include salchipapa, picada, chuzo desgr
Sancocho is one of Colombia’s most emblematic dishes. This soup brings together family and friends to prepare and savor. Credit: Daniestrella123/CC BY-SA 4.0If there’s one dish that embodies the heart and soul of Colombian cuisine, it’s sancocho. This traditional soup is a beloved comfort food that
The Fritanga Fest Bogota 2025 will bring together more than 70 restaurants from the Colombian capital with this typical regional dish. Credit: Luis Ospino / Colombia One.This week, in celebration of the August 7 holiday, Bogotá is hosting the 6th edition of Fritanga Fest—the festival of typical food
Big ass ants (Hormigas Culonas) are a distinctive dish from the Santander department, Colombia. which has gained global fame. Credit: Public domain.In the region of Santander, Colombia, there is a distinctive insect species that has captivated the interest of both locals and tourists— “hormigas culo
Colombian cuisine is ranked among the top 100 cuisines in the world according to the Taste Atlas ranking, holding the 18th position. Credit: Victor Cohen, Colombia OneColombian cuisine has been recognized as one of the best in the world in 2025, according to the ranking by Taste Atlas, the renowned
In Colombia, there are several themed restaurants that are perfect for lovers of innovative immersive experiences. Credit: Ichiland Maid Cafe / InstagramIn Colombia, eating is not just a necessity it’s a way to live unique experiences. From north to south, themed restaurants have captured the hearts
