A Gringo’s Guide To Meat In Guatemala
Are you a meat lover in the Land of Eternal Spring? If so, here’s an expat gringo’s guide to meat in Guatemala to help you… Read More »A Gringo’s Guide To Meat In Guatemala
Eating
Is Gringo Fast Food Responsible For Obesity In Costa Rica?
Whenever the subject of obesity in Costa Rica comes up in expat circles, many are quick to blame the influx of U.S.-style fast food. But… Read More »Is Gringo Fast Food Responsible For Obesity In Costa Rica?
Four Delicious and Healthy Central American Food Staples
A quick look at four main healthy and nutritious kitchen staples that make up the backbone of Central American food. It’s fair to say that… Read More »Four Delicious and Healthy Central American Food Staples
The Perfect Costa Rica Ceviche Recipe
Costa Rican food writer Melissa Guzman, author of “Living Longer, Healthier, Happier – Recipes from Costa Rica“, has the perfect ceviche recipe for those hot… Read More »The Perfect Costa Rica Ceviche Recipe
My Family Costa Rican Picadillo Recipe
Costa Rican food writer Melissa Guzman grew up in the Cartago mountains where they grow amazing potatoes. Her cherished childhood memories include eating her mother’s… Read More »My Family Costa Rican Picadillo Recipe
Where to Celebrate Thanksgiving in Central America
A list of restaurants, hotels, and other places putting on a Thanksgiving spread this week. If you’re celebrating Thanksgiving in Central America but don’t know… Read More »Where to Celebrate Thanksgiving in Central America
Celebrity Chef Gordon Ramsey Boosts Business for a Small Restaurant in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica
Scottish celebrity chef Gordon Ramsey spotted in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica checking out the local delicacies. Soda Mirna is a small restaurant serving typical, local… Read More »Celebrity Chef Gordon Ramsey Boosts Business for a Small Restaurant in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica
Becoming Famous: The Mr Gringo Story (or how a Gringo in Escazu, Costa Rica became the Baleada King of Honduras)
If you know Honduras, you know Mr Gringo, the baleada king. You can’t miss him. But who is Mr Gringo? Here’s the story behind the… Read More »Becoming Famous: The Mr Gringo Story (or how a Gringo in Escazu, Costa Rica became the Baleada King of Honduras)
How Lola’s in Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica is Helping Out in Tough Times
An interview with Christi Bettinsoli from Lola’s restaurant on Playa Avellana, south of Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Bettinsoli talks about the impact the economic crisis has… Read More »How Lola’s in Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica is Helping Out in Tough Times
Checking Out The Emerging Food Scene in Costa Rica
Until recently, there wasn’t a food scene in Costa Rica. But that’s all changing with a bunch of innovative and creative chefs and restaurants turning San… Read More »Checking Out The Emerging Food Scene in Costa Rica