Stop at Ex Bahamondes, a local favorite spot, to taste Chile's iconic completo italiano - a loaded hot dog topped with mashed avocado, diced tomatoes, and creamy mayo. This beloved street food represents Santiago's unique take on fast food. Enjoy your completo with a refreshing traditional Chilean beverage while learning why this simple dish has captured the hearts of Santiaguinos for generations.

Taste Chile's most beloved pastry, traditional empanadas baked fresh at a local spot. Choose between empanada de pino (the classic filling of seasoned ground beef, onions, hard-boiled egg, black olives, and raisins) or empanada de queso (warm melted cheese). These golden, flaky hand-held pies are a cornerstone of Chilean cuisine, enjoyed at family gatherings and everyday meals alike. Your guide will explain the history and cultural significance of this iconic dish.

Enjoy a freshly made natural juice from a local vendor. These jugos naturales are made with fresh seasonal fruits and no artificial ingredient, just pure, refreshing flavors that locals drink daily throughout Santiago.

Enjoy succulent grilled pork ribs with creamy mashed potatoes at a beloved local spot. This costillar con puré is classic Chilean comfort food, hearty, flavorful, and prepared the traditional way at a family-run picada where locals have been dining for years.

Try two Chilean classics that locals love: the famous terremoto cocktail and traditional arrollado de huaso. The terremoto is a sweet, strong drink made with white wine and pineapple ice cream that earned its "earthquake" name for good reason - it packs a punch! Enjoy it alongside slices of arrollado, Chile's beloved rolled and seasoned pork. This pairing perfectly captures Santiago's casual drinking and eating culture at authentic neighborhood spots.

Refresh yourself with mote con huesillo, Chile's most beloved traditional drink. This unique sweet beverage combines cooked husked wheat (mote), dried peaches (huesillos), and a cinnamon-spiced syrup served ice cold. It's the drink you'll see locals enjoying on street corners, at markets, and throughout Santiago - especially on warm days. This nostalgic refreshment has been a Chilean favorite for generations and offers a taste experience you won't find anywhere else in the world.