For travelers who crave stories, not just souvenirs.
Tired of generic tourist meals? Our Travel Challenges decks turn dining into adventures—no internet, no guidebooks, just real connections. Here’s how to eat your way through Latin America like a local, one challenge at a time.
1. Chile: Pastel de Choclo
Where to find the most authentic Pastel de Choclo in Chile—and how to make it a travel memory.
The Story Behind the Dish
Born from Mapuche and Spanish kitchens, this golden corn pie is summer in the Andes. Sweet corn crust hugs savory beef, raisins, and olives—a bite of history.
Your Travel Challenge
🍴 Skip restaurants—find a farmstand selling homemade Pastel de Choclo. Ask the vendor: ‘What’s your family’s secret?’
Pro Tip: Pair it with Carménère wine and pebre salsa for the full experience.
Deck Hack: Our Original Edition has 50+ ways to turn meals into quests.
2. Mexico: Tamales
How to find authentic tamales in Mexico—the 10,000-year-old street food treasure.
Why It’s Special
Wrapped by Olmec hands, blessed by Aztec gods—these edible time capsules are Mexico’s soul. Try Oaxaca’s mole tamales or Chiapas’ banana-leaf versions.
Your Travel Challenge
🍴 Find a mercado tamalero, learn one Maya/Nahuatl word, and eat straight from the husk!
Deck Hack: The VanLife Edition helps road-trippers uncover hidden street food gems.
3. Bolivia: Salteñas
Bolivian salteñas vs. empanadas—why this juicy snack is a must-try.
The Juicy Rebel
Bolivia stole Argentina’s empanada and made it better—sweet dough, spicy broth, and pure delicious chaos.
Your Travel Challenge
🍴 Sip the broth first, then bite. Extra points if you wear it!
Pair With: Api Morado (purple corn drink) for breakfast bliss.
Deck Hack: The Family Edition includes “Share a snack with a stranger.
4. Peru: Ceviche
SEO angle: The history of Peruvian ceviche—from ancient Moche to modern Lima.
From 2000 BC to Today
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Moche Era: Fish + tumbo fruit.
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Inca Empire: Fermented in chicha beer.
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Now: Lime, chili, and razor-sharp freshness.
Your Travel Challenge
🍴 Ask a Lima chef: ‘¿Cuántos ajís usaste?’ (How many chilis?)
Deck Hack: Our Original Edition dares you to Eat something older than your grandparents.
5. Cuba: Ropa Vieja
Story-driven hook: "How Cuba’s ropa vieja became a symbol of resilience—and how to eat it like a local."
The Miracle Meat
Legend says a poor man prayed over scraps, and they turned into this rich, slow-cooked stew.
Your Travel Challenge
🍴 Cook it with a Cuban abuela—no recipes allowed!”
Pair With: Mojitos and fried plantains on a Havana porch.
Deck Hack: The Family Edition includes “Learn a recipe from a local.
Why Just Eat When You Can EXPERIENCE?
Our Travel Challenges decks turn meals into:
✅ Connections (with locals, not Wi-Fi).
✅ Stories (“Remember that time we ate ceviche where pirates docked?”).
✅ Adventures (no guidebooks, just guts).
Perfect For:
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Foodies chasing real flavors 🍴
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Couples seeking spicy date nights 🔥
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Families making messy memories 👨👩👧👦
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