3h Tasting Session in Cuenca with 33 Local Foods & Drinks

Discover the flavors of Ecuador through a guided tasting session designed to go beyond surface-level tourism.

This small-group experience introduces you to up to 32 local foods and drinks, explained in context by a knowledgeable local host. Instead of just eating, you’ll understand how, when, and why locals enjoy these foods in their daily lives.

• Learn more about Ecuador cuisine than by eating out alone
• Small group for a personal, social experience
• Ideal for food lovers, curious travelers, and culture seekers
• All tastings and drinks included

Itinerary

Benigno Malo 779, Cuenca, Ecuador

Begin your tasting session in a carefully selected local setting, where food is not treated as a spectacle, but as part of everyday life in Ecuador.

You’ll meet your local host and a small group of fellow travelers before starting a guided tasting of up to 32 traditional Ecuadorian foods, paired with local drinks. This experience is designed for curious eaters — no cooking skills required, just an appetite to understand how people in Cuenca actually eat.

As you taste, your host explains what each item is, when locals eat it, and why it matters culturally. You’ll learn details that rarely show up on menus or food tours, helping you decode Ecuadorian cuisine far beyond restaurants.

The rhythm is relaxed and social. There’s time to ask questions, compare flavors, take candid photos, and enjoy the moment without rushing from stop to stop.

You leave with a deeper understanding of Ecuador food culture, real memories to share, and the confidence of our 5-star money-back guarantee.

What's included

• Guided tasting of 32 authentic Ecuadorian dishes and drinks
• Small-group setting inside a local Cuenca home (max 10 guests)
• Incredible local wines, so you can discover your favorite, as well as Gancia, Fernet and Vermut
• Vegetarian and non-alcoholic options available upon request
• Five-Star Guarantee: if it’s not five-star, you don’t pay for four

What's not included

• Transfers, Gratuities, Extra personal expenses

Meeting point

Start time

18:00

End point

Languages

In-person guide: English, Spanish

Travellers

• Infant (0–1)
• Child (2–9)
• Youth (10–17)
• Adult (18–85)

Options

• Shared Group Tasting sessionfrom €61.81

  Start time: 18:00

  In-person guide: Spanish, English

Additional information

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please list any food restrictions or allergies you would like us to accomodate.
• Minimum age requirement for alcohol consumption is 18 years of age.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.