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Dive into the history of Ecuadorian cheese

Salinas - Walk into the cheese!

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1 Day

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Dive into the history of Ecuadorian cheese

You will discover the origin of the famous Salinerito cheese brand and visit their origin. You will learn about the history of the brand and the history of the Salinas village. Meet the people who make this delicacies!

The community you will be visiting

An exploration of Salinas de Guaranda, an inspirational indigenous town and shining example of a flourishing community-based economy. Fifty years ago, with the help of a visiting Italian Salesian priest, the people of Salinas opened a cooperative cheese factory to provide a sustainable source of income to local dairy farmers. It was so successful that they created more cooperatives, producing chocolate, dried fruit and mushrooms, essential oils, and woollen garments. Their main brand, Salinerito, now has several stores throughout the country and exports internationally. Profits are reinvested … Read more about Salinas

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Salinas Cheese factory tour Salinas

A tour of the Salinerito cheese factory, which makes 17 types of cheese from milk brought in daily by campesinos, sometimes carried by llama. Started with 50 litres of milk, the factory now processes 4,000 litres per day, mostly from grass-fed Jersey cows. We may also have the chance to see the chocolate and dried fruit cooperatives in action.

Salinas Making pizza in Salinas

We will make our own pizza at the Roxy Cafeteria in Salinas, a cosy Italian restaurant serving pizza and pasta made with the famous Salinerito cheese. Roxy offers a range of artisanal products, including delicious local chocolates and a range of Italian-inspired liquors. Try the espresso with sambuca!

Salinas Natural salt water spring in Salinas

A visit to the natural salt water spring that has created cascading pools of built-up minerals. Historically, people came from all over the region to mine the salt for cooking, medicine and rituals, giving Salinas its multi-ethnicity and name. Today, a handful of families still extract salt, keeping the tradition alive. We will also stop in at the town’s cultural centre to learn about its history and culture.

Salinas Salinas - Yacubiana cheese factory

A visit to Yacubiana for a tour of one of Salinas’ 22 community cheese factories, where the products are said to rival even the original Salinerito brand. The milk is brought in daily by 130 campesinos, all of whom feed their animals organically. We will have the opportunity to sample some delicious cheeses, including camembert and queso andino.

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Single Room Supplement

When booking online, you can choose the option to "Upgrade to single occupancy". This will guarantee you the whole cabin to yourself, for an additional fee. If you don't select this option, then another traveler of the same sex might be placed into the same cabin with you.

What's included

Cheese, chocolate, dry fruits, Pizza and more. Local and handmade.

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