Colombia has a wide variety of traditional desserts, with each region of the country having its own distinctive sweet dish. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia OneColombia is a country renowned for its rich gastronomy, where desserts hold a special place in every region. With a diverse culinary traditio
Colombia has 1,500 Chinese restaurants, which are popular due to their affordability, generous portions, and adaptation to local tastes. Credit: Caroll Viana / Colombia OneIn Colombia, Chinese food is a widely popular, affordable gastronomic option which provides diners with generous portions. Acros
Holy Week in Colombia features notable culinary traditions, one of which is the typical sweets of the season. Credit: Gonzalo G. Useta / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0In Colombia, Holy Week is not only a time of religious reflection but also a moment filled with flavors and traditions shared among families. One of
In parts of Colombia, Easter food traditions during Holy Week include unusual dishes like freshwater turtle and iguana eggs. Credit: Barbara Fraser / CIFOR / CC BY NC ND 2.0During Holy Week in Colombia, Easter religious customs intertwine with a rich and diverse food traditions that varies by region
A recipe to make hallacas, a delicious traditional dish originating from Venezuela but widely consumed in Colombian Llano region. Credit: Hallacas are a traditional dish from Venezuela but also typical of Colombia’s Llanos region, which widely enjoyed during Christmas and festive gatherings. Similar
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
Each region of Colombia boasts delicious drinks and typical beverages that highlight its culture and traditions. Credit: Buho Turquesa, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsColombia, with its rich cultural and geographical diversity, offers a wide array of traditional drinks and beverages that reflect th
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
Colombian beer market is quickly growing, as Colombia is home to several beer brands produced both industrially and artisanally. Credit: Derek Holthman / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0When considering Colombian alcohol, the first beverages that often come to mind are the country’s famous “aguardiente,” or its pote
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 chef Leonor Espinosa was awarded the Terrae award 2025 for her contribution to rural gastronomy. Credit: Camila Garavito, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsColombian chef Leonor Espinosa was awarded the prestigious Terrae Award 2025 during a ceremony held at the International Rural Gastronom
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
The Ejecutivo, Colombia’s typical lunch, is known for being very complete, featuring a variety of ingredients. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia One.Typical lunches in Colombia are known for their abundance and variety and have become a symbol of the country’s gastronomic culture. Unlike other countri
Colombia’s national fast food restaurant chains have become favorites among consumers, with iconic products like Frisby’s fried chicken. Credit: Robert / Flickr / CC BY-NC-SA 2.0In Colombia, there are various fast food restaurant chains, both national and international, that have become consumer fav
Viche is a traditional alcoholic drink from Colombia’s Pacific coast. This sugarcane-based drink is very common at festivities. Credit: Rjcastillo, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia CommonsViche is an ancestral drink originating from Colombia’s Pacific region, traditionally crafted by the Afro-descendant co
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
Discover the best Colombian restaurants in Miami, from traditional Colombian cuisine to fine dining experiences. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia OneIn Miami, Colombian restaurants bring the rich flavors of traditional Colombian cuisine to a diverse community, offering residents and tourists an authe
The rise of Venezuelan cuisine, from arepas to tequeños, as traditional Venezuelan food finds a home across the globe. Credit: Orale Arepa / Courtesy.With over 7.7 million Venezuelans having left the country, Venezuelan cuisine has taken center stage in cosmopolitan cities such as Miami, New York,
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
A simple guide to the world’s top 10 most loved foods, featuring meals from various regions, cultures and traditions. Credit: AP / Colombia OneA global food guide has revealed a list of the world’s top 10 most loved meals. The results come from a report by TasteAtlas for 2024/25. The ranking was cre
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
The most awarded Colombian Ice Cream will be sold at ‘Epic’ Universal Park. Credit: AP / Colombia OneAmor Acuya is a successful Colombian ice cream brand that will soon be available at Epic, the highly anticipated new Universal park in Florida, U.S.Founded by Daniela Lince, an entrepreneur from Mede
Latinos have made a significant impact on the US food scene, largely due to migration trends and the quality of their gastronomy. Credit: Larry Miller, CC BY-SA 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons.Latino food has become increasingly popular in the U.S. due to a combination of demographic shifts, cultural influe
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
