Plaza de Armas

Santiago is a city squeezed between snow-capped Andes peaks and some of the world's most fertile farmland. It's a place where Indigenous traditions, Spanish influences, and waves of migration have combined to create a food culture that often surprises first-time visitors. Our feasting tour of 12+ tastings explores three of Santiago's most important food markets, uncovering the flavours, stories, and traditions. Led by our team of foodie tastemaker guides, we'll journey through bustling market buildings, and local institutions that many visitors never discover. Before we get started, our tour reflects the local cuisine and the limitations of market vendors means we unfortunately cannot cater for every dietary restriction. Here's an honest appraisal for the tour so no-one is disappointed: ✔ Possible for pescatarians, no pork diets and mild nut allergies, though some tastings are unsuitable ✖️ Unsuitable for vegetarians, vegans, lactose intolerance, celiac, and no seafood diets

La Vega Central

We begin beside the Monument to the Indigenous Peoples in Santiago's historic centre before hopping aboard the Metro, the lifeblood of modern Santiago, and heading north towards the city's market district. Our first destination is Vega Central, one of the largest and most important produce markets in Chile. Beneath its bustling roof, traders from across the country arrive daily with fruit, vegetables, herbs, and ingredients from Chile's astonishingly diverse geography. We'll sample seasonal Chilean fruits before biting into one of the country's most beloved foods: the empanada de pino. Filled with seasoned beef, onions, and generations of tradition, these baked pastries occupy a place in Chilean culture somewhere between comfort food and national treasure.