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Gastronomic Tours and Culinary Experiences

 

The following gastronomic tours and culinary experiences are unique to Caguas. You won't find them anywhere else in Puerto Rico.

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For additional information, call the Caguas Tourism Office at 787-653-8833, extensions 2957, 2906, and 2908. You can also call the restaurants and other food and tourism establishments listed below directly to make reservations for the experiences identified for groups.

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Casita Vieja – Puerto Rican Restaurant / (787) 595-2406

  • Caribbean Gastronomy Workshop. Cuisine inspired by our land, the Caribbean Sea, and our fields. We use fresh products harvested and raised in Puerto Rico, such as pork, fish, and beef. We specialize in using the ancestral cooking method of charcoal and wood.

  • Gastro Tours for Groups and Cruise Ship Passengers:

  • “Chicharrón” & “Arañitas” Hands-on and Demo Class of Traditional Snacks from Puerto Rico.

  • “One-of-a-Kind Local Snack Tastings”.

F.O.K. Brewery (Fresh of Keg)

(939) 437-0365

  • Premium local beer brewed in Caguas with mostly fresh ingredients harvested in Puerto Rico. They brew over 50 different beer flavors. It's a great place to share with friends and family. Cocina 727 is an integral part of the brewery, specializing in culinary creations to pair with the beers. Casual atmosphere.

  • Individual Experience:

  • “Flight Sampler” of 6 four-ounce glasses. The consumer chooses the flavor and type of beer.

  • Gastro Tours for Groups and Cruise Ship Passengers:

  • “Beer Tasting and History in Caguas”

  • “Deluxe Beer Tasting and History in Caguas”

  • “Beer and Sangria Tastings in Caguas”

Convida Cocktail Lounge & Restaurant

(787) 685-7857

  • The First and Only Gin Lounge in Puerto Rico. Offering a 1960s dining experience true to the era. “Vintage”!

  • Individual Experience:

  • Specialized menu featuring 1960s cuisine.

  • Gastro Tours for Groups and Cruise Ship Passengers:

  • “Gin Cocktail Making Class”

  • “Gin Cocktail Making Class with Light Lunch”

  • “Gin Tasting Experience & History in Caguas”

  • “Gin Tasting Experience with Score Card”

El Grifo - Vegan Restaurant

(787) 666-8466

  • Vegan Restaurant, Craft Beer Bar, and Vegan Culinary Academy. One of the first and most renowned restaurants in Puerto Rico and the world entirely based on plant-based cuisine. Chef Loumirys Sánchez has appeared twice on the Food Network Channel.

  • Individual and/or Group Experiences:

  • Vegan Cooking Classes

  • Individual Experiences:

  • Tastings of Local Craft Beers on Tap

  • Gastronomic Tours for Groups and Cruise Ship Passengers:

  • “Puerto Rican Vegan Cooking Class in Caguas”

La Mancha de Plátano – Puerto Rican Restaurant

(787)960-0962 & (787) 974-9310

  • Offers a memorable experience that combines the pleasure of discovering local culture with the authentic flavors of Puerto Rican cuisine.

  • The dining experience includes a tour of the different areas of the restaurant: kitchen, wine cellar, and bar, and an interactive culinary workshop with a tasting.

  • Gastro Tour for Groups and Cruise Ship Passengers:

  • “Exclusive Gastronomic and Cultural Experience.”

Montadero Chocolate

(787) 436-6618

  • A bean-to-bar chocolatier using 100% Puerto Rican cacao. Watch the process of making your favorite chocolate. Tastings, workshops, and a variety of delicious treats are available. Renowned for the high quality of its chocolate.

  • Individual Experiences:

  • Bonbon Chocolates and Montadero's Own Pastry Treats

  • Gastro Tours for Groups and Cruise Ship Passengers:

  • Create Handmade Chocolate Masterpieces

  • Chocolate and Liquor Tasting

  • Become a Mini Chocolatier

  • Chocolate, History, and Local Traditions in Caguas

Néctar Acaí and Lunch

(787) 360-7635

  • A delicious and healthy option conveniently located across from Plaza Santiago R. Palmer in downtown Caguas. Choose from açaí bowls, wraps, tacos, yogurt, quesadillas, salads, and much more. A wide variety of refreshing drinks include frappes, smoothies, and 100% Arabica coffee.

  • Gastro Tour for Cruise Ship Passenger Groups:

  • “Exquisite Passion Fruit Colada and Museums in Caguas.”

Sangría Factory

(787) 747-0000

  • Sangria Factory is the tasting room for Los Hermanos Sangria, an exquisite homemade sangria with a fruity aroma, prepared with wine, Puerto Rican rum, tropical fruits, and the highest quality natural ingredients. It stands out for its award-winning, premium recipe. It is the most awarded sangria in Puerto Rico. The Sangria tasting is accompanied by snacks made in Caguas and Puerto Rico.

  • Gastro Tours for Groups and Cruise Ship Passengers:

  • “Sangria Deluxe Tasting (4 flavors), History and Local Traditions in Caguas”

  • “Sangria Tasting (2 flavors)”

  • “Sangria Tasting Shots, History and Local Traditions in Caguas”

  • “Sangria and Beer Tastings in Caguas”

Ron Boricua Premium at Sabor Boricua

(787) 506-5526

  • Ron Boricua Premium offers a Puerto Rican rum that captures the very soul of our island. Created with high-quality ingredients for a superior flavor. It contains notes of wood and apricot that blend perfectly in any drink. Awarded the Silver Medal at the 2019 Wine & Spirits Wholesalers Convention of America.

  • Gastro Tours for Groups and Cruise Ship Passengers:

  • Mixology and Tour@ Sabor Boricua – La Casa del Ron Artesanal (The Home of the Artisanal Rum): Ron Boricua Premium

  • Ron Boricua Tour@Sabor Boricua – La Casa del Ron Artesanal

Gastro Tour: Boricua Food Tour

(787-525-2994) 

  • Embark on a 3.5-hour walking tour and immerse yourself in an unparalleled culinary adventure. Discover the city's vibrant history and culture while savoring a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, along with traditional Puerto Rican and vegan appetizers, followed by irresistible desserts.

  • The tour is offered Wednesday through Saturday from 2:00 pm to 5:30 pm.

  • For more information and reservations, visit www.uqtpr.com/boricuafoodtour/

  • For additional information, you can also call 787-525-2994 or email jechevarria@uqtpr.com

Gastro Tour: Recorrido a pie con deliciosa merienda local en el Jardín Botánico y Cultural de Caguas

(787-653-0470) info@jardinbotanicoycultural.org 

  • Experience geared towards groups and cruise ship passengers

  • Tour of the Botanical and Cultural Garden. A beautiful garden with a pleasant tropical climate, ideal for enjoying nature and, at the same time, discovering Puerto Rican culture through the three ethnicities that gave rise to it: Taíno, Spanish, and African. Among plants and animals, the natural and cultural history of Puerto Rico is narrated through gardens, archaeological sites, and the remains of the San José sugar plantation, a wonderful example of mid-19th-century colonial architecture.

  • Choose one of the following local snacks:

  • Option #1: 1 puff pastry per person filled with ham and cheese; tropical fruits and juices; and your choice of water or soda

  • Option #2: 2 puff pastries per person filled with ham and cheese, a local empanada (choose pizza or meat flavor), a tropical package of sweets, fruits, and tropical juices; and your choice of water or soda.

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