Coffee and Chocolate: Who Can Resist?

Upon arriving in La Fortuna, the main town near Arenal Volcano, my husband, Vern, and I began exploring the area for things to do. I had seen a sign coming into town advertising coffee and chocolate tours. Well, who doesn’t love coffee...and chocolate? What a GREAT...

Recipe of The Month – Snapper a la Talla

Recipe of The Month – Snapper a la Talla

Costa Rica tastes like adventure on a plate—surf mornings and volcano views, marimba in the plaza, scarlet macaws overhead, and a dinner table that blends coastal bounty with family tradition. Whether you come for wildlife, scout neighbourhoods for a real-estate move,...

The Real Taste of Costa Rica “Chiliguaro”

The Real Taste of Costa Rica “Chiliguaro”

Chiliguaro: Costa Rica’s Spicy National Shot (with roots, rituals and real-world examples) Costa Rica folds Adventures, Culture, Entertainment, wildlife, Real Estate, Business and Food into everyday life — and you can taste that mix in a tiny glass of chiliguaro. This...

Dragon Fruit (Pitaya) in Costa Rica: Taste, Trails & Trade

Dragon Fruit (Pitaya) in Costa Rica: Taste, Trails & Trade

Costa Rica’s dragon fruit—known locally as pitaya—touches everything travellers and residents love about the country. You can chase adventures on backroads to sunlit trellis farms, feel the pulse of culture at feria markets, sip magenta mixers in beach-town...

Ahi Tuna: From “Wishing I Was Fishing” to Dinner Tonight

Ahi Tuna: From “Wishing I Was Fishing” to Dinner Tonight

Ahi Tuna: From “Wishing I Was Fishing” to Dinner Tonight The Pacific wore that slate-blue glare that makes every ripple feel like a promise. A frigatebird cut low, the skipper eased the throttle, and the line began to sing. Thirty yards out—flash, thump, and a...

Green Mango with Chilero: A Zesty Costa Rican Favourite

Green Mango with Chilero: A Zesty Costa Rican Favourite

What is green mango with chilero? Green mango with chilero is a classic Costa Rican street snack made from unripe mango slices topped with a vinegar-and-chilli mix. This tangy, spicy treat balances sourness from the mango with the heat of the chilero, creating a...

Cocina de la Abuela: Recipes with Roots

Cocina de la Abuela: Recipes with Roots

Traditional Costa Rican Recipes Passed Down Through Generations What are the most beloved traditional dishes from Costa Rican grandmothers? Costa Rican grandmothers have long preserved the country’s culinary soul through humble, nourishing meals. These recipes tell...

Cooking with Red Snapper

Cooking with Red Snapper

[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]The variety of ways to cook red snapper is an exciting topic for seafood lovers. Red snapper is a delicious and popular fish known for its firm texture and mild flavor. As a high school student with an interest in...

The Secret Life of Mamón Chino: From Farm to Fingers

The Secret Life of Mamón Chino: From Farm to Fingers

f you've ever driven through Costa Rica in July or August, chances are you've spotted roadside vendors standing behind huge piles of spiky red fruit. Maybe you bought a plastic bag of them, bit into the soft flesh, and smiled at the burst of tart-sweet flavour. That’s...