Arepas are a staple food in both Venezuela and Colombia. They are corn cakes, made from a special precooked corn flour.These simple, satisfying corn cakes are delicious with butter or cream cheese for breakfast, or as an accompaniment to any meal. Colombian arepas tend to be thinner than Venezuelan ones. The thicker ones are perfect for splitting and filling with cheese or meat. Arepas can also be grilled or deep-fried.