Casado: The Ultimate Costa Rican Plate

Casado: The Ultimate Costa Rican Plate

If you’ve ever dined in Costa Rica, you’ve likely encountered the casado. This hearty dish is the ultimate representation of Costa Rican cuisine—a balanced, affordable, and flavorful meal that locals swear by. Whether you’re grabbing lunch at a small soda (a local...

A Guide to Costa Rica’s Most Unique Food Festivals

A Guide to Costa Rica’s Most Unique Food Festivals

Costa Rica is a paradise for food lovers. Beyond the picture-perfect beaches, lush jungles, and abundant wildlife, this small but mighty country knows how to celebrate its culinary heritage. From mouthwatering pejibaye festivals to grand coffee celebrations, every...

The Secret Life of Seashells: How They Form and Why They Matter

The Secret Life of Seashells: How They Form and Why They Matter

Ever strolled down the beach, spotted a perfect seashell, and thought, Wow, this would look great on my shelf? Well, guess what? That’s like walking into someone’s house, admiring the architecture, and deciding to take their roof home as a souvenir. Don’t believe me?...

The Tiny Titans: Costa Rica’s Shrews and Their Miniature World

The Tiny Titans: Costa Rica’s Shrews and Their Miniature World

The Mighty Miniature: Costa Rica’s Tiny but Powerful Shrews In the lush, vibrant landscapes of Costa Rica, where howler monkeys echo through the canopy and resplendent quetzals flash their brilliant colours, a tiny yet mighty mammal diligently scurries beneath the...

Costa Rica’s Blooming April: The Colors of Nature Awakening

Costa Rica’s Blooming April: The Colors of Nature Awakening

April in Costa Rica: Blooming Beauty and Protecting Our Bees Why is April the best month to experience Costa Rica’s floral beauty? April marks a spectacular transition in Costa Rica, bridging the dry season's end and the rainy season's onset, resulting in vibrant...

Crime and Public Safety in Costa Rica: A Nation at a Crossroads

Crime and Public Safety in Costa Rica: A Nation at a Crossroads

Costa Rica’s government has allowed its once-pristine reputation to be dragged through the mud of lawlessness, corruption, and incompetence. The country that once stood as an oasis of peace in Central America is now a paradise lost to crime. And while Costa Ricans...