Walk through the enchanting streets of Old San Juan and stop at several traditional venues to sample tasty snacks and refreshing beverages that will be representative of Puerto Rico’s complex cuisine. The exact locales will be chosen the day of the excursion based on the menus, daily specials and conversations with the chefs and proprietors to see what’s freshest and sounds most appetizing. Regardless, you can expect to sample locally sourced fish and meat dishes, freshly made desserts and artisanal coffee. Puerto Rican cuisine reflects Spanish, African, Taíno and American influences, a style that the locals call cocina criolla or Créole cooking. Between stops, you will see city landmarks such as the second-oldest cathedral in the Americas, the oldest governor’s mansion in the Western Hemisphere and a World Heritage site fortification. To enhance your understanding of the attractions and the cuisine, the guide will offer commentary throughout.
