This post may contain affiliate links. I only recommend excursions, products and tours that I have personally used and purchased myself. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. All proceeds go to running this blog and your support is truly appreciated! All opinions are my own. I’ve said it before… and I’ll say it again. Take cooking classes when you travel! You don’t have to be exceptionally talented in the kitchen to enjoy all the value you’ll get from the experience. Not only does it help you feel more connected to the culture you’re visiting, but you’ll leave with new skills to take home with you. Now, you’re probably wondering… where do I take cooking classes in Cartagena? Don’t cha’ worry, I took a cooking class when I was in Cartagena, Colombia that was not only delicious, but it was educational and really fun. You can book either a group or private cooking class at SkyKitchen: here. While prices on activities are always subject to change, tickets are currently $79 per person. Taking a group class is a more cost-conscious option. It’s also a great way to socialize, if you’re interested in doing so! I recommend staying in the Walled City in Old Cartagena when you visit. This is an ideal place for a traveler to base themselves in because it’s safe to walk around day or night. There’s also plenty of delicious food, restaurants, attractions and nightlife all walking distance within the walled city. Romario, the owner of SkyKitchen and professional Chef that will instruct your cooking class is so accommodating. He even met us outside our hotel to escort us to SkyKitchen. Luckily, the weather is pretty mild in February, so we all walked from our hotel to the industrial kitchen where the classes are held. Skykitchen is centrally located, so if you stay within the Walled City, it will likely be walking distance from most accommodations. If you don’t care for mingling with strangers, or perhaps you simply would like a bit more one on one direction, you always have the option of booking a private cooking session. My partner and I decided to book a private class. It was wonderful. Not only is the kitchen big, bright and airy, but the instructor is very warm, pleasant, patient and helpful. From the historical significance of certain foods, to the region certain fruits and vegetables grow in, we learned so much during our class. Of course, a private class cost us significantly more than a group class would have. But, for our needs and preferences at the time… it was perfect. But, I’d only suggest paying extra for a private class if you have a specific preference or need for doings so. Tip: We booked our initial tickets via Viator at $79 per person and paid an additional $100USD directly to SkyKitchen for a private class. If you’d also like to book a private class, book your tickets and then contact SkyKitchen directly as soon as possible to make arrangements. All cooking classes start at 11:00am. It’s important to know that you will be eating a lot during this cooking class. You’ll be handcrafting a four course meal from scratch. After each course, you’ll sit at a thoughtfully curated dining table to enjoy what you just created while it’s warm. Once you devour your masterpiece, you’ll head back to the kitchen to continue crafting your next dish. The food you make will be delicious. Your instructor also has some lovely assistants in the kitchen whom will be by your side in case you need any help. In other words, they won’t let you mess anything up too badly… don’t worry. Everything we made tasted really high quality, as good as anything you’d order in a nice restaurant in Cartagena. Prior to taking this class, I had no idea the Lulo fruit even existed. If you had told me that I was going to make ice cream with a fruit that is a close relative to tomatoes and eggplants, I’d definitely have been skeptical. The Lulo fruit grows in various places in central and South America and can be purchased all over Colombia. We mashed up these orange beauties and made ice cream with it and it was scrumptious! Don’t forget to reserve your spots in advance, here! Not only is this a fun, enjoyable and appetizing experience, but you’ll likely gain new skills that can provide you value far beyond your sojourn. I am able to recreate these delicious dishes at home, which is really exciting. Whenever I make one of them, it reminds me of the wonderful, salsa filled (music and food) time I had in Cartagena, Colombia. Enjoy! Check out some related posts to help you plan your trip! 10 Fantastic Things to do in Cartagena Colombia Consider adding the Rosario Islands to your itinerary! Going – I have been subscribed to Going (formerly, beloved, Scott’s Cheap Flights) awhile now and it’s an amazing resource for finding… did you guess cheap flights? Yes, you can set your preferences from airports to flight class and get destination deals right to your inbox. It’s fab! I use the Premium paid version, but they have a FREE version too. So what are you waiting for?! Let’s get Going! Booking.com – the majority, if not almost all of my stays are booked on Booking.com. It’s a reliable site to book and manage your reservations. It’s a great way to find boutique stays and unique accommodations at the best rates! You can also easily communicate with your accommodation through the app! Expedia – If I am looking for a flight to a specific destination for specific dates, I find myself booking the majority of my flights on Expedia. It’s user friendly and straight forward. I often can find the most cost effective rates, while earning points for every flight I book (in tandem with the points I receive from the credit cards I pay with). Viator – most of the activities, tours and excursions I book for my trips are booked through Viator. Whether you’re seeking a guide for the day, a group tour, a cooking class, Viator has you covered! Get Your Guide – this is another great marketplace to find tours, excursions and activities to book for your upcoming trip. 
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