Your culinary journey begins at Plaza Grande, the historic heart of Quito. Here, your guide will warmly welcome you and share essential introductions before starting this flavorful experience through the city.

Here you’ll taste traditional Quito sweets and discover the story behind the famous mistelas, small local treats full of history and flavor.

Here you’ll try mote con chicharrón, a traditional Andean dish from Ecuador. It combines soft, cooked white corn (mote) with crispy pork belly, often fried in its own fat for extra flavor.

COEE (Ecuadorian Entrepreneurs Community): Visit the first and largest association of Ecuadorian entrepreneurs, where passion and hard work come together to showcase that Ecuador has it all. Each project reflects innovation, creativity, and the entrepreneurial spirit of the country.

We’ll visit a local “hueca” where you can enjoy refreshing natural juices and traditional Ecuadorian empanadas, made with either green plantain or flour, a true local favorite full of flavor.

Here you’ll taste one of Ecuador’s most iconic dishes, encebollado, often considered among the best fish soups in the world. This traditional coastal specialty is made with albacore tuna, cassava, red onion, tomato, and aromatic spices, creating a rich and comforting broth.

Here you’ll try cevichocho, a traditional Andean version of Ecuadorian ceviche. This refreshing Sierra dish combines chochos (Andean lupin beans), red onion, tomato, and citrus juice (orange and lime) for a fresh and flavorful experience.

Grand Finale: Ecuadorian Chocolate Tasting We’ll end the experience with a tasting of Ecuadorian chocolate, internationally recognized as some of the finest in the world. A perfect sweet finish to a flavorful journey through Quito.