Colombian Culture | Top 5 Colombian Foods you must try

Don’t miss out on the different flavors of the best foods Colombian culture has to offer.

Indulging in new flavors and spoiling your palate with world-renowned Colombian cuisine is one of the most exciting aspects of visiting Colombia - an experience you shouldn't miss. Traditional Colombian food has a very distinct flavor that would make your eyebrows raise and make you crave for more. Colombia’s gastronomic wonders alone will make any man wish they were dating a Colombian woman.

Their food ranges from salty to sweet, to spicy, to gooey, and cheesy. And usually, the ingredients would include meat, potatoes, beans, corn, and rice. And if this makes you hungry, wait till you hear about their cuisines!

So, without further ado, let's dive into the top 5 Colombian cuisines you need to try at least once in your life:

• Arepa - There is nothing more Colombian than this famous bread. It’s a specialty that is already embedded in Colombian culture.

What makes arepa different from any other bread in the world is that it's made from fresh cornmeal instead of flour. Anyone visiting Colombia should definitely try this.

• Bandeja Paisa - Known as Colombia's national dish. This is best eaten during breakfast since your plate will be so full of different variations. From vegetables to meat, to fruit, we're sure it'll definitely leave you feeling satisfied.

On one plate you'll mainly find steak, ground beef, chicharrones (deep fried pork), rice, beans, an egg, avocado, arepa, and plantains. And that's on one plate alone. It’s literally an overflow of different wonderful flavors.

• Ajiaco - One of the signature stews in Colombia, ajiaco is craved by both foreigners and locals alike. It is usually included in many Colombian food menus.

Its ingredients include chicken, a variation of potatoes, corn, capers, avocado, sour cream, and lastly the infamous guasca.

• Sancocho - This hearty stew is best shared with your significant other as it’s a good way to heat up a moment - *wink. But it is also a popular weekend dish to be shared by family members. This equates to a backyard barbecue in Western countries.

Furthermore, the ingredients include a lot. There are a few different kinds of meat in it, plantains, potatoes, corn, and yucca. It's also best eaten with rice and a few slices of avocado.

• Empanadas - Up until today, Empanadas are Colombia's de facto street food. This is generally found on every street corner. And you’re always welcome to enjoy this any time of the day.

Empanada is mainly made up of pork or chicken or chorizo or beef with vegetables, raisins, and cheese. Then it's wrapped in a bread that had been deep fried.

There are many more Colombian foods that you need to try! And it’s up to you to find out what they are. But we’ll let you in on a secret. The best way to get a taste of all the flavors Colombia has to offer is to date a Colombian girl.

One of the most loved characteristics of a Colombian woman is her ability to dominate the kitchen. Colombian women just take so much pride in their culinary prowess. So start your search for your Colombian babe on our website now and have your fill of both love and amazing food!