Fun day exploring el Cangrejo - Ashika invited me along with another couple of friends to get to know El Cangrejo and take her coffee and tea experience and we had an amazing time! As a Panamanian who grew up in the area, I discovered cute new places and learned new facts about the neighborhood as we walked along Via Argentina. Sometimes it’s hard to find activities to do with friends other than simply going for food or drinks, and this was perfect! I loved the coffee experience, and the coffees we tried were top quality. Some I later discovered even award winning, all from different parts of Panama – surprisingly not just from Chiriquí! It was my first time doing a coffee cupping, (and I’m Panamanian, I know) which took place at a local specialty roaster. I really enjoyed the sensory of experience of exploring both the taste and aromatic notes of the coffee. The chinese tea ceremony was the coolest part of the tour though, as we got to visit a spot that I had wanted to check out for so long. Stephanie, who led the tea ceremony was super knowledgeable and friendly. I loved learning about the customs and traditions of the ceremony. Overall Ashika’s tour was very fun, I would recommend to both locals and visitors alike! Ashika immediately becomes friends with everyone she meets and knows the best spots in Panama, trust me!

Get to know the coffee and tea world of Panama - This is a fun look at the world of Panamanian coffee, plus the tea culture of the city's Chinese community. The coffee roastery crew are impressive experts, and help you to understand what makes different coffee varietals and roasting styles unique. The tour includes a look at some of the interesting shops, cafes and architecture of the fascinating El Cangrejo district. An enjoyable way to spend a few hours in the city with a very friendly and enthusiastic host.

A Most Rewarding Experience - This was absolutely mind-boggling. I was not prepared for the amount of intricacies that was involved in bringing the different tastes of coffee to manifestation. I was not prepared for a higher education in enjoying my teas. This excursion was both a pleasure and delight. Our tour guide, Ashika was an overwhelming sensation. The choice and tasting of the coffees and teas were wonderful. The members in our group are mostly tea drinkers, but we occasional dabble in a cup of coffee, and this trip came across our Viator page while visiting Panama. If you enjoy tasting different teas and coffees this is a must do. The walking distance between shops was not long. The time and patience of the host and hostess at each venue were impeccable. They were patience with our questions, allowed as much time as possible to enjoy the teas and coffee. This was not just a run of the mill tasting, each and every coffee or tea was an EXPERIENCE. The coffee guru, was exactly that a guru. He took his work, his affection, and his desires and places it into each and every cup of coffee that was served. He absolutely enjoyed his art. Our tea hostess was delicate, light, and airy. She educated us on the proper way to drink, serve and enjoy our teas. If there is an aficionado, in your party, this is a must! A delightful experience. Enjoyed very much. Thank you

Awesome Coffee cupping and tea ceremony! - We had an excellent time with Ashika on the Coffee and Tea tour. As a coffee enthusiast, the opportunity to cup a wide selection of Panamanian coffees was really great. After a quick gelato stop, we did a walking tour of the neighborhood, followed by the tea tasting at an amazing Chinese tea house. I’m not sure I’ve ever experienced a Chinese tea ceremony with the all the accoutrements they demonstrated. Would highly recommend this to any tea or coffee person. Ashika was great and a wonderful personality to spend the afternoon with. With Ashika there were no language difficulties for English speakers and again, highly recommend.

Amazing coffee and tea tasting with Ashika - Panama is full of hidden gems, and this tasting is definitely one of them! Located in El Cangrejo, a Bohemian neighborhood, this tasting allows you to immerse yourself in Panama through its delicious coffee and tea. The tour is designed for you to use all of your senses and to simply enjoy the moment. One of the perks is that you can do the tour even if it's a rainy day since it takes place inside an amazing coffee lab and a really cool tea shop. Last but not least, Ashika, our tour guide, was fantastic and very accommodating. She really made an effort for us to enjoy the whole experience and made sure we were comfortable at all times! I definitely recommend this tour for anyone who wants to get to know more of Panama City in an unconventional way.