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
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
Thanks to the high quality of Colombian cocoa, many chocolatiers and pastry chefs around the world choose Colombian beans for their creations. Credit: Fpalli, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia CommonsColombian cocoa has become one of the most sought-after ingredients in global pastry making, known for its qu
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
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
In Colombia, you can try artisanal wine made from local ants, the “hormiga culona” This drink has notes of honey and earth.Credit: Antonio Rull, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / FlickrIn Santander, one of the Colombian northern regions with the strongest gastronomic identity, a recent innovation is drawing the att
Cali, the capital of Valle del Cauca in Colombia, has a diverse gastronomy with must-try dishes standing out. Credit: Ethnobotanical Historian, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsCali, the capital of Valle del Cauca, is known not only for its salsa music and festive atmosphere but also for its exquisit
The egg arepa is a traditional dish hailing from the Caribbean coast of Colombia, and its most iconic street food. Credit: Jdvillalobos/CC BY 3.0The egg arepa, or “arepa de huevo” in Spanish, is a traditional dish hailing from the Caribbean coast of Colombia, particularly popular in the departments
Latin America has several superfoods that are rich in nutrients and offer multiple benefits for physical health. Credit: Amazonia Real, CC BY 2.0 / Flickr.Latin America is a region rich in biodiversity and home to numerous superfoods that have been used by indigenous civilizations for centuries. The
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
Heated debate between Colombia and Venezuela over the origin of the arepa is cementing its culinary legacy across borders. Credit: Nathalia Angarita / CC BY- 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.In Colombia, the arepa is often seen as an essential side dish, whereas in neighboring Venezuela, it is the undisput
Changua, a milk-based soup, is a traditional breakfast from Colombia’s Andes, commonly consumed in Bogota. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia One.Changua is a typical dish from the Andean region of Colombia, especially popular in Bogota and the departments of Cundinamarca and Boyacá. It is a hot soup m
An Australian artist has captivated social media by sharing illustrations of Colombia’s traditional flavors and some of the country’s customs. Credit: mmmyoso, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrFrom enchanting juices to traditional dishes that evoke nostalgia, an Australian content creator has found in Colomb
Viche is a traditional alcoholic drink from Colombia’s Pacific coast. This sugarcane-based drink is very common at festivities.Viche is an ancestral drink originating from Colombia’s Pacific region, traditionally crafted by the Afro-descendant communities of the area. Considered an elixir with medic
The typical dishes of Colombia’s Santander department are among the most notable in the country, with mute being particularly representative. Credit: Public DomainThe gastronomy of the Santander department, located in the heart of the Andes Mountains in north-central Colombia, stands out for its fla
Green plantain is a staple of Colombia’s Caribbean coast cuisine and is enjoyed in many forms at any time of day. Credit: Menyea, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsIn Colombian cuisine, few ingredients are as versatile, beloved, and representative as green plantain. Although it is consumed throughout
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
Based in Barranquilla, Heladeria Americana is Colombia’s first ice cream shop. It was established by a Greek immigrant in the 1930s. Credit: Greek Reporter Courtesy Heladeria Americana is the first-ever ice cream shop to operate in Colombia. Based in the coastal city of Barranquilla, the iconic esta
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
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
A YouTuber known as LabCoatz claims to have replicated Coca-Cola’s 139-year-old secret formula after a year-long scientific investigation. Credit: HPDeutschland – CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 via Flickr. A YouTuber known as LabCoatz claims to have successfully replicated the 139-year-old secret formula of Coca-C
Peanut soup is one of Bolivia’s most iconic dishes—a flavorful, creamy delight beloved for its taste but also its rich nutritional value. Credit: Virgi AsprillaPeanut soup is a traditional Bolivian dish typically served at the start of a meal. It’s the perfect starter before the main course, which l
A rediscovery of the rich heritage of Afro-Panamanian cuisine and its ever-lasting role in Panama gastronomy. Credit: Torrejas de Bacalao -‘La Tapa del Coco’ / Courtesy. Deeply embedded in Panama’s Afro-descendant communities, the culinary tradition, rich in history and storytelling of Afro-Panamani
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,
