La Paz Market & Culinary Experience
Description
Step into the heart of Bolivian daily life with a guided walking tour through La Paz’s vibrant Mercado Rodríguez—one of the most authentic and colorful food markets in the country. As you weave through aisles bursting with Amazonian fruits, Andean grains, and sizzling street food, your guide will introduce you to the ingredients, stories, and traditions that define Bolivian cuisine. Then, take your palate on a journey with a three-course tasting lunch at Cocina Popular, where ancestral recipes are reimagined using modern culinary techniques. It's the perfect blend of tradition and innovation—served fresh.
Unique Experiences:
Meet the women who feed the city—local vendors with generations of knowledge about Bolivia’s regional foods and medicinal plants.
See exotic Amazonian fruits, jungle spices, and ancient grains you won’t find in any supermarket back home.
Enjoy a curated three-course lunch in one of La Paz’s most creative kitchens, where classic Bolivian dishes are given a gourmet twist.
Included
Guided walking tour of Mercado Rodríguez with a bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
Tastings of fruits, snacks, or street food during the market visit
Three-course lunch at Cocina Popular (vegetarian options available)
Explanations of traditional ingredients and their cultural importance
Excluded
Hotel pickup/drop-off (Meet at San Francisco Church)
Alcoholic beverages (Available for purchase during lunch)
Personal expenses or tips
Know before you go
Booking must be made using a Mastercard