Costarrican farm to table experience
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Experience hosted by Jose
2.5 hours
Includes food
Up to 8 people
Hosted in English, Spanish
What you'll do
- 1-hour guided tour by chef Jose Gonzalez through Al Mercat estate showing Costa Rican cuisine and product concepts. We see types of ornamental and fruit trees, variety of vegetables and fruits that grow in our country and our greenhouse that houses more than 20 edible species for use in our restaurant.
Sowing and harvesting of seasonal produce.
- Farm lunch: cooked by chef Jose Gonzalez and his collaborators with all the fresh produce of the farm.
During the barbecue we have waiters service and we sit at tables inside the greenhouse just next to the crops to enjoy food.
Farewell and departure
Other things to note
The complete experience lasts 3 to 3 hours. We are very close to San Jose. We are a different and unique experience in the capital.
Sowing and harvesting of seasonal produce.
- Farm lunch: cooked by chef Jose Gonzalez and his collaborators with all the fresh produce of the farm.
During the barbecue we have waiters service and we sit at tables inside the greenhouse just next to the crops to enjoy food.
Farewell and departure
Other things to note
The complete experience lasts 3 to 3 hours. We are very close to San Jose. We are a different and unique experience in the capital.
- 1-hour guided tour by chef Jose Gonzalez through Al Mercat estate showing Costa Rican cuisine and product concepts. We see types of ornamental and fruit trees, variety of vegetables and fruits that grow in our country and our greenhouse that houses more than 20 edible species for use in our restaurant.
Sowing and harvesting of seasonal produce.
- Farm lunch: cooked by chef Jose Gonzalez and his collaborators with all the fresh produ…
Sowing and harvesting of seasonal produce.
- Farm lunch: cooked by chef Jose Gonzalez and his collaborators with all the fresh produ…
Jose's commitment to safety
This host committed to Airbnb’s COVID-19-related safety and cleaning guidelines—including adhering to social distancing guidelines, practicing good hygiene, and ensuring that all participants wear a mask.
What's included
- Food
- 2 Reviews
- Identity verified
I am and chef and founder of the Al Mercat restaurant (Costa Rican product restaurant) I love the countryside, art and cuisine. I am a traveler since I was a child and I enjoy traveling and learning from my beautiful country. I started as a lawyer and then dedicated myself to cooking for 10 years. I studied in France (Le Cordon Bleu Paris), but I love and make Costa Rican cuisine by product. I like to share with all kinds of people and those who are interested in my country; enjoy farms and outdoors, get wet in the rain and understand how our planet works.
I am and chef and founder of the Al Mercat restaurant (Costa Rican product restaurant) I love the countryside, art and cuisine. I am a traveler since I was a child and I enjoy traveling and learning from my beautiful country. I started as a lawyer and then dedicated myself to cooking for 10 years. I studied in France (Le Cordon Bleu Paris), but I love and make Costa Rican cuisine by product. I like to share with all kinds of people and those who are interested in my country; enjoy farms and outd…
Where you'll be
Finca Al Mercat is a green space located 15 minutes from Barrio Escalante. The farm is owned by the Gonzalez Arguedas family and provides 40% of the products we use at the Al Mercat restaurant. It is a learning space on agriculture and Costa Rican cuisine. It has typical species of trees, vegetables and fruits, as well as our greenhouse for herbs, leaves and other vegetables. It is a farm of 1 hectare in the city.
2 reviews
This was a great tour that exceeded my expectations. If you are in San Jose, you should not miss it. It was the freshest meal I had ever eaten, and very interesting to learn about. Also, the listing is new and will be updated... it can be offered in English or Spanish (probably French too). Your guide is very knowledgeable and an amazing chef! I plan to visit the restaurant before I leave. Gracias por todos, José!
This was a great tour that exceeded my expectations. If you are in San Jose, you should not miss it. It was the freshest meal I had ever eaten, and very interesting to learn about.…
Things to know
Cancellation policy
Any experience can be canceled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase, or at least 7 days before the experience starts.
Government ID
You’ll need to take a picture of yourself that matches the photo on your ID. This is so Airbnb can confirm who’s actually going on the experience. You’ll only have to do this once.
Guest requirements
Up to 8 guests ages 5 and up can attend. Parents may also bring children under 2 years of age.
What to bring
Comfortable walking shoes, cape