Pura Vida Cooking Class

After a convenient pick-up from your hotel, you’ll take a short drive to “La Finquita,” a charming farm typical of the region's self-sufficient agricultural lifestyle. A leisurely stroll through the farm will reveal how food moves from the field to the table, and you’’ have the chance to harvest seasonal crops. These fresh ingredients will become the foundation for the recipes you’ll go on to create.

The menu changes with the time of day, reflecting the deep connection between meals and daily rhythms. Morning tours may feature the preparation of “Gallo Pinto,” Costa Rica’s traditional breakfast, a delicious combination of rice, beans, garlic, onions, and sweet peppers, with a touch of local sauces. You’ll also get the chance to make handmade corn tortillas, or perhaps turnovers filled with plantains, cheese, beans, or beef.

If you join for a lunchtime session, you might prepare Annatto Chicken, a simple yet flavourful dish that is sure to impress your family when you recreate it at home. For the afternoon tours, you’re likely to whip up a hash of fresh vegetables paired with “secret” ingredients, perfect to enjoy alongside a cup of Costa Rican coffee. Alternatively, you could try your hand at making “Patacones” (crispy fried green plantains) or yucca chips, served with refried beans or a zesty pico de gallo.

Once the group has settled on the dish of the day, the real fun begins as you’ll get hands-on in the kitchen. No Costa Rican meal is complete without preparing a traditional dessert or beverage to round off the experience - so you're sure to finish up with a sweet treat.

This fun, interactive tour promises not only a deeper appreciation of Costa Rican food but also new recipes to bring home. Bon appétit!