With over 70 regional variations, the arepa is more than just food — it’s a national symbol and a daily ritual at Colombian tables. Whether enjoyed at breakfast, served as a side at lunch, or savoured as a light dinner, the arepa remains a beloved staple, resilient through time and tradition. Grilled, fried, roasted, or cooked over banana leaves… sweet or savoury… filled with cheese, egg, curd, chicharrón, or panela — the arepa takes countless forms, each telling a storey of Colombia’s rich regional diversity. Join us on a flavourful journey across the country as we taste arepas from different regions, and then roll up your sleeves to learn how to make this mestizo culinary treasure that Colombians hold so dear.