[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]As the festive season approaches, the rich and diverse culinary traditions of Latin America come to the forefront, especially in the realm of desserts....
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
What are Costa Rica’s hidden jungle ingredients? Costa Rica’s jungles hold a treasure chest of forgotten flavours that once nourished local communities long before supermarkets and modern menus. These include wild tubers, jungle fruits, native nuts, and herbs that...
[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...
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...
Local bartenders share drink recipes that balance sun, humidity, and beachside bliss. What makes a perfect July cocktail in the tropics? A great July cocktail should be cooling, fruity, and easy to sip under the sun. The best drinks in Costa Rica during this time...
Cas fruit—sharp, tangy, and fiercely Costa Rican—is one of those local flavours that divides opinion. Some say it’s deliciously refreshing; others say it tastes like sour punishment in pulp form. The truth? It depends entirely on how you eat it. Prepared properly, cas...
Costa Rica’s Olla de Carne with Ñampi and Tacacos: A Bowl of Wet-Season Nostalgia When the first rains hit the Costa Rican countryside, something magical starts simmering in kitchens across the country. It’s not just food—it’s a memory steeped in steam and firewood....