No expiration date
Easy refund
Free exchange
Easy booking
TICO Private Walking Food Tour
Jaco, Central Pacific, Costa Rica
$107
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The "Taste of Jaco TICO Walking Food Tour" showcases authentic Costa Rican cuisine intertwined with captivating cultural stories. This culinary journey begins at Bohio Cafe, where your friendly guide welcomes you to an adventure filled with local flavors and fascinating insights.
- 🍽️ Start at Bohio Cafe with a warm welcome from your guide, setting the tone for a delightful culinary journey.
- 🌊 Enjoy a local twist on ceviche known as caldosa at a local cevicheria, where you’ll learn about its history and significance in Costa Rican cuisine.
- 🚶♂️ Experience a guided walk through Jaco, discovering how this town transformed from a quiet fishing village to a bustling beach destination.
- 🍗 Savor patacones topped with chicken, shrimp, or beef at a traditional Tico bar, complemented by a shot of chili guaro, a spicy local liquor.
- 🏙️ Explore local businesses during a leisurely walk, gaining deeper insights into Jaco's vibrant street culture and daily life.
- ☕ Indulge in a traditional tico tortilla paired with freshly brewed coffee at a cozy Costa Rican café, while learning about the coffee production process.
- 🏖️ Stroll towards the beach to enjoy stunning ocean views and learn about the coast's importance to local livelihoods.
- 🥘 Conclude your tour with a classic dish—chifrijo—at a Latin fusion eatery, while soaking in the sunset and relaxed beachside atmosphere.
- 📝 Reflect on your experiences during the final moments of the tour, cherishing new memories of Jaco's vibrant culinary scene.
- 🎉 This small-group experience fosters personal connections, ensuring memorable interactions with your guide and fellow food enthusiasts.
Perfect for those who love culinary adventures, Tinggly offers a sustainable gifting option that delivers instant e-vouchers with no expiration, allowing recipients the freedom to choose from a variety of experiences worldwide.
—
TICO Private Walking Food Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Snacks
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
Meeting point
Meet your guide at Pescaderia Bertil for a warm welcome and an overview of the TICO food tour. Learn about the exciting journey ahead as you prepare to taste authentic Costa Rican cuisine and explore the cultural stories behind each dish.
Return details
Conclude your TICO food tour with reflections on the day’s experiences. Say farewell to your guide and fellow food enthusiasts as you leave with a deeper understanding of Costa Rican flavors and culture, along with new memories of Jaco’s vibrant culinary scene.
-
Restaurant Stop 1: Local Cevicheria Duration: 30-45 minutes Details: Start your culinary adventure with a local twist on ceviche known as caldosa. Often called the "poor man's ceviche," this flavorful dish combines simple yet fresh ingredients. Your guide will share the history of this iconic Costa Rican dish and how it has become a beloved staple in the region.
-
Walk & History of Jaco Duration: 5-10 minutes Details: Enjoy a guided walk through Jaco, as your guide offers insights into the town’s transformation from a quiet fishing village to a bustling beach destination. Learn about key landmarks and Jaco’s growing reputation as a hotspot for both locals and travelers.
-
Restaurant Stop 2: Traditional Tico Bar Duration: 30-45 minutes Details: Head to a traditional Tico bar, where you'll savor patacones topped with your choice of chicken, shrimp, or beef. These twice-fried plantain discs are crispy and flavorful. To complete the experience, take a shot of chili guaro, a spicy Costa Rican liquor, and hear about its significance in local festivities and celebrations.
-
Walk & Street Exploration Duration: 10-15 minutes Details: Continue exploring the heart of Jaco with a leisurely walk through the streets. Your guide will point out local businesses, giving you a deeper understanding of the town's vibrant street culture and daily life.
-
Restaurant Stop 3: Costa Rican Café Duration: 30-45 minutes Details: Visit a cozy Costa Rican café to enjoy a traditional tico tortilla alongside a freshly brewed cappuccino or black coffee. Learn about Costa Rica’s world-renowned coffee production process, from bean to cup, and why coffee is a cornerstone of local culture.
-
Walk & Beachside Exploration Duration: 5-10 minutes Details: Stroll toward the beach, where you can enjoy the cool ocean breeze and stunning views. Your guide will explain the importance of the coast to local livelihoods and how the beach plays a central role in Jaco’s lifestyle.
-
Restaurant Stop 4: Latin Fusion Eatery Duration: 30-45 minutes Details: End your food tour with a classic Costa Rican dish—chifrijo, a hearty combination of rice, beans, pork, and pico de gallo. Enjoy this dish while watching the sunset and soaking in the relaxed beachside atmosphere. Your guide will share insights on the evolution of Costa Rican cuisine and how chifrijo has become a favorite for both locals and visitors alike.
-
Final Reflections & Farewell Duration: 15 minutes Details: Conclude your TICO food tour with reflections on the day’s experiences. Say farewell to your guide and fellow food enthusiasts as you leave with a deeper understanding of Costa Rican flavors and culture, along with new memories of Jaco’s vibrant culinary scene.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
TICO Private Walking Food Tour
Jaco, Central Pacific, Costa Rica
$107
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!