Category Archives: Colombia

Ají: Colombia’s answer to hot sauce

Posted on May 17, 2012 by

Colombian food is not spicy and aside from a handful of Colombians I know, most aren’t particularly fond of very spicy food. Regardless, this thing we call ají is by far one of Colombia’s most popular condiments and, as its name … Continue reading →

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Sunday at Usaquén’s Flea Market

Posted on May 10, 2012 by

If you come to Bogotá, you shouldn’t miss Usaquén. It’s worth going on any day of the week to stroll down cobblestone streets lined with colonial buildings and eat at one of its many restaurants – but Sundays are special … Continue reading →

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South American Gastronomy on wheels…

Posted on April 11, 2012 by

Colombian agronomist and chef Diego Moreno is biking his way around South America to discover the continent’s cuisine. Continue reading →

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Guama – A sweet pod with a fun seed

Posted on March 21, 2012 by

Guama (Inga feuilleei) is a rather peculiar “fruit” that can sometimes be found on carts around Bogotá. I had never tried it but always heard about it because of a Colombian saying that goes, “salió como pepa de guama“. The seeds are a … Continue reading →

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Colombian Fruit Juices – A Love Story

Posted on February 28, 2012 by

Guest post by Drew Sullivan of Mantaraya Colombia Travel Blog When it comes to lubricating a dry throat, freshly squeezed fruit juice is as good as it gets. The sweet, natural, aromatic flavors of fresh fruit trample over that of soft … Continue reading →

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Andrés Carne de Res in Chía & Andrés D.C.

Posted on February 13, 2012 by

30 years in the making: a Colombian wining, dining, partying institution There are some places that go beyond ordinary and become legendary. Andrés Carne de Res in Chía (about 40 minutes outside of Bogotá) is one of these places. Ask just about anyone in Bogotá what … Continue reading →

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Colombia’s Official Blogger Program Takes Off

Posted on February 8, 2012 by

Yesterday Proexport launched its new Official Blogger initiative. 33 bloggers, yours truly included, will share their stories about Colombia with the world, through their eyes, ears and taste-buds, enticing tourists and investors alike to come and experience Colombia. We all got together at … Continue reading →

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Paloquemao Market: A Bogotá must-see

Posted on January 30, 2012 by

The Plaza de Mercado de Paloquemao is one of Bogotá’s most important markets for fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, dairy, flowers, and much more. It was founded in 1946, and has been in its current location since 1967.  Pawel, a friend from … Continue reading →

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El Cocuy National Park, Boyacá (and a little lamb)

Posted on January 10, 2012 by

A few months ago I jumped at the chance to go on a 5-day trekking adventure in Colombia’s El Cocuy National Park in the Department of Boyacá (about a 10 hour bus ride from Bogotá). It was hard, it was grueling, and … Continue reading →

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TEJO: Colombia’s national sport

Posted on December 20, 2011 by

A couple of weeks ago I went to an end of the year party and we didn’t go dancing or riding around town in a chiva. Even better. We went to play Tejo. This Colombian sport involves hurling a heavy … Continue reading →

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