Andean Bread Baby Cooking Class & Guinea Pig Tombola
Andean Bread Baby Cooking Class & Guinea Pig Tombola
Having picked you up from your hotel in Cusco at your chosen time, we'll set off on the 40-minute drive to the village of Tipón.
Once we get there, our Andean bread baby cooking class can get started. We'll learn all about the history of these bread treats, which have been one of Cusco's traditions since the period of the Inca Empire.
These bread babies are usually eaten at the beginning of November, on All Saints' Day, and their shape is related to Catholicism. We'll learn all about this history and lots of other fun facts during our cooking class.
After hearing about the origins of the ancient tradition of making bread in the shape of a baby, you'll be able to make one of these traditional treats yourself. Let's get kneading!
To begin, we'll soften the dough by kneading it against a wooden table and shaping it so it looks like a baby. We'll then decorate it with sprinkles and sesame seeds before putting it into the wood-fired oven.
During the 15-minute wait for the bread babies to bake, we'll play a traditional Cusquenian game. This would be guinea pig tombola, or "tómbola de cuy" in the local Spanish. To play this game, several boxes will be placed in a circle with a guinea pig in the middle. The winner is the owner of the box that the guinea pig decides to enter.
Following a fun game, we'll take our Andean bread babies out of the oven. You'll be able to take your sweet treat home to enjoy later.
We'll then return to your hotel in Cusco and drop you off after 3 hours of fun.
More Information
Duration
2h 30m - 3h.
Language
The activity takes place with a tour assistant that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop off
Transport by minibus or coach
English–speaking guide
When to book?
You can book up until 3 days before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation. An accompanying person is required.
Sustainability
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Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Jemilsa Trans Tours
Corporate name: JEMILSA TRANS TOURS E.I.R.L.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 3 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
