Guatemalan Gastronomy & Antigua

OVERVIEW

Experience how the locals prepare a classic local dish “enchilada” in a beautiful garden restaurant. Then go on an enlightening tour of Antigua Guatemala, the country’s capital until the late 1770s. The rebuilt colonial architecture that stands today is so extraordinary that it earned the city a UNESCO World Heritage Site designation. You will see its highlights, which include the iconic Santa Catalina Arch that leads into downtown, the cathedral and outside of the extraordinary Palace of the Captains complex. The local gastronomy will lend further insight into the culture. You will be served a sumptuous lunch that will likely include pepian, a heritage dish whose roots date to the Mayan civilization. Be sure to save room for dessert at a confectionary known for its handmade sweets. These delicious candies are made from natural ingredients, such as coconut, honey, sugar, milk and a diversity of fruits, and are mainly enjoyed during national celebrations and festivities. You will receive a sample of candies.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Enjoy an enchilada stuffed with traditional ingredients as an appetizer.
• Dine on Guatemalan dishes whose recipes are of ancient Mayan origin.
• View the magnificent colonial architecture in Guatemala’s first capital.
• Gain insight into why UNESCO declared Antigua Guatemala a World Heritage site.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.