Corn Wraps Workshop

Butter and sugar in clear trays by fresh corn in an al fresco kitchen at Casa Selvaggio, a featured hotel in Colombia
Men preparing food by a metal grinder under a cloudy sky, surrounded by green hills in the distance at Casa Selvaggio
Person in a white sweater holds an ear of corn by its husk, surrounded by other people outdoors at Casa Selvaggio
Person making tamales by hand over a metal tub in an outdoor kitchen at Casa Selvaggio, one of the best hotels in Colombia

A Local Staple

Corn has been at the heart of Colombian cuisine since ancestral times. Grown across the country, this grain is transformed into a wide range of traditional recipes that shape the identity of each region.

In Boyacá, corn wraps are a local staple enjoyed at breakfast, as a side, or even as a dessert. Soft, fragrant, and wrapped in corn husks, this dish has been passed down through generations, preserving its flavor and tradition.

What will you do in this experience?

At Forestia Cocina Local, you will go through a full journey into Colombian corn while learning how to prepare traditional corn wraps:

  • You will learn about the history and cultural role of corn in Colombia, and why it is central to our cuisine.
  • You will practice shelling, grinding the corn, and preparing the right dough.
  • You will understand the proper technique to wrap and cook the corn wraps.
  • You will taste them fresh and learn how to store them properly.

What’s included?

  • Step-by-step guided workshop.
  • Fresh, locally sourced ingredients for the preparation.
  • Tasting of the corn wraps you make.
  • Tips to store and take your wraps with you.

Location

Forestia Cocina Local
Ráquira, Boyacá

Duration

1 hour

Price

COP $40,000 + VAT per person