By Fredy Calderón

This story celebrates the ritual of an authentic Colombian breakfast—unexpected, emotional, and unforgettable.

Don’t deny it.

You’re going to try it.

Even if it scares you.

Even if it seems strange.

Even if you think it’s disgusting.

You can’t help yourself.

You prepare.

You breathe.

You decide.

And why do you do it?

You don’t need it.

Where you come from, this isn’t normal.

It doesn’t even appeal to you.

But you do it.

Because you can.

Because you have the strength.

Because your stomach still welcomes the pleasure of the unknown.

The young woman approaches.

She carries a hot, metal pitcher.

She looks at you.

And says:

—Add the cheese you need. Three pieces… that’s the usual.

You freeze.

A little embarrassed. A little terrified.

But you breathe.

You come back to yourself.

The adrenaline of adventure starts to flow.

That urge to try something new.

You follow her steps.

You drop two chunks into the empty cup.

She pours the drink.

The steam rises.

The liquid bubbles.

You know that beneath it, the cheese is transforming.

It melts.

It becomes part of something bigger.

—Three minutes have passed. You can take it out —she says.

You do.

And you stretch it.

Like a child would.

Like breakfast were a game.

You laugh.

You bring it to your mouth.

And in that first bite… you understand.

It’s not just food.

It’s Colombia.

It’s the pleasure of breakfast before heading out to conquer the day.

That’s the magic of an authentic Colombian breakfast: bold, warm, and full of meaning.

Would you dare to try this authentic Colombian breakfast before heading out on one of these unforgettable experiences?

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