Traditional Costa Rican Wood-Fire Cooking Class
Monteverde
About this experience
Cook classic Costa Rican dishes on a wood-fired stove at "La Casita de la Abuela" in Monteverde — and enjoy the meal you prepared.
Discover the authentic flavors of Costa Rica in this hands-on cooking class at "La Casita de la Abuela" (Grandma's Little House), a rustic house in Monteverde where everything is cooked the traditional way: on a wood-fired stove. Using fresh, local ingredients, you will be guided step-by-step to create classic recipes such as Casado, Arroz con Pollo, Arroz de Maíz, or the popular Chifrijo. At the end of the class, you will savor the delicious dish you prepared, relishing an authentic gastronomic experience that connects you with local roots and flavors. Choose your meal between a delicious Lunch, Dinner, or a traditional Costa Rican cafecito with homemade tortillas or empanadas. By joining this tour, you are supporting a local family from a rural community.
Availability & booking
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Prices are shown in USD and do not include the 13% VAT, which is added at checkout.
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Highlights
- Cook on a traditional wood-fired stove at La Casita de la Abuela
- Classic recipes: Casado, Arroz con Pollo, Arroz de Maíz, or Chifrijo
- Choose between Lunch, Dinner, or a traditional cafecito
- Supports a local family from a rural community
What's included
- Cook
- Entrance fee
- Ingredients
- Lunch, Dinner, or cafecito
- Roundtrip transportation
Not included
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
Meeting point
Monteverde/Santa Elena area.
What to bring
- Camera
- Cap or hat
- Comfortable clothing
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
Important information
- Transportation outside the Monteverde/Santa Elena area will have an additional fee.
- Rain does not necessarily mean the tour will be canceled. The tour operator decides whether to cancel due to bad weather.
Cancellation policy
Cancellation penalties apply depending on the service type and notice period. Please review our full Terms & Conditions for details.
Cancellation & Booking Terms →Frequently asked questions
Do I need cooking experience?
None at all — the class is designed for all levels, including complete beginners.
Is transport included?
Yes — roundtrip transportation from the Monteverde/Santa Elena area is included.
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