Private Local Shop Tour & Argentinean Cooking Lesson with a Local in their Home

Jorge learned cooking from his grandmother, who cooked for the whole family. You can expect an authentic, fresh, and delicious meal at Jorge and Mariela’s home while sharing stories, food, and music! 

Jorge is a professional musician who is quite popular and recognized in Chile. Mariela lives in Buenos Aires and has a degree in tourism; she has worked as a tour guide for 8 years. Her job has allowed her to travel around the world and she can speak three different languages - Spanish, English and Portuguese! Jorge and Mariela often shuttle between Santiago and Buenos Aires, so that they can spend more time together.

Please note: On days when Jorge is in Chile or is traveling Mariela will host with her equally wonderful friend.

Meet your Mariela and her home and then go to a local bakery and a delicatessen shop to buy the best local cheese. After that, take a bus to a local butcher and a greengrocer shop to buy fresh meat and vegetables for your cooking lesson. 

Mariela offers a hands-on experience where you will get to cook along with her in her home kitchen. Since her kitchen is small, you might use the dining area for demonstrations and to prep the ingredients for your meal. You will learn to make an appetizer, a main dish and a local drink like fernet.

For the meal, first you will be served a picada, a selection of finger foods such as different types of cheese, homemade sauces, spiced butter, and bread. This will be followed by tapa de asado (a meat roast with onions, peppers and red Argentinean wine) served with a side of mashed carrots, potatoes, pumpkins and sweet potatoes. Your meal will end with a sweet dessert.

What a great way to learn about a country's history, cuisine, people and culture!

Not wheelchair accessible<br>Menu may vary depending on the season<br>If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking<br>Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required<br>Private, personalized experience<br>Stroller accessible<br>Near public transportation<br>This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate