Queso Costeño at La Galería Alameda

Cheese culture in Cali is pretty limited because of it's hot and humid climate. You can find cheese in supermarkets here, but it's usually over processed and has a gummy texture. So, finding handmade Queso Costeño at La Galería is pretty exciting. 🚩

Queso Costeño is a soft and salty, fresh cheese originally from Colombia's Caribbean coast. 

This vendor makes a few different varieties, some firmer and saltier, others softer and silkier. He also had some fresh butter, which is surprisingly hard to come by in Cali. 

Colombian Ceviche

Colombia has its own take on Ceviche. Traditionally it's fresh fish and/or shrimp mixed with ketchup, mayo and fresh herbs, and served with saltines.

Because Cali is located close to the pacific ocean, which is just over the mountains heading west, these Cevicherias get really fresh fish all year long. 

You can find Cevicherias all over Cali, this one was right behind Galerîa Alameda, known for it's fresh produce, meats and cheese. These Cevicherias have become a main attraction around La Galeria, especially for those who want to get back on their feet after a long night of drinking aguardiente and dancing salsa. 🍸💃