The cuisine of this region is renowned throughout the country and has recently been recognized by the National Institute of Cultural Heritage as an intangible heritage of Ecuador. With 142 distinct recipes, ranging from soups to various types of rice, the true star of the dishes is undoubtedly the Ecuadorian “ceviche,” which is absolutely delicious!

During your Manta food tour, you can immerse yourself in the local food and culture. We will begin with a delightful local breakfast and freshly brewed Ecuadorian coffee at Casa Rosada, a beautifully restored heritage house that is steeped in history. Following this, we will visit the fish and vegetable markets with a local chef who will expertly select the best ingredients for our cooking class. The class will be followed by a well-deserved lunch, where you will have the chance to sample our famous ceviche!

But that’s not all! After lunch, we will take you to a beer garden where you will taste Ecuadorian best craft beers. Cheers to an unforgettable experience!

• There is no cancellation fee if you cancel at least 7 calendar days in advance. Depending on your payment method, a 1 - 2.9% transaction cost will be retained.
• If you cancel between 3 to 6 calendar days in advance, you will charge a 50% cancellation fee.
• If you cancel within 2 calendar days in advance, you will be charged a 100% cancellation fee.
• Exceptions: Covid-19, political reasons, inclement weather. If you cancel your tour between the day booked to 1 calendar day due to Covid-19-related reasons or the ones mentioned above, you may choose to reschedule your tour to a future date or ask for a refund for the total price of the tour. A 1-2.9% transaction cost will be retained depending on your payment method.

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9:00 Pickup at Manta's Cruise Terminal or the specified address, en route to Casa Rosada 

- Manta demonstration of coffee roasting. Enjoy a freshly roasted coffee with a local breakfast snack

- En route to the "Playita Mía" fish market with the chef to purchase ingredients and interpretation of the fishing and gastronomy of the region.

- En route to Casa Rosada

- Arrival interpretation of the city and center outside Casa Rosada. Then guided tour of the Casa Rosada while going up to the Casona restaurant located on the second floor for a cooking class

- Cooking class at the entrance of the restaurant "Casona" (ceviche)

- Typical lunch on the third floor at the Rooftop restaurant

- On the way to Lúpulo Beer Garden

- Beer tasting and interpretation (4 types)

14:30 Drop off approx.