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Notes and articles about the delicious food of Costa Rica

On this page, we present a variety of articles and notes that explore the delicious and vibrant Costa Rican cuisine, highlighting its unique flavors, fresh ingredients, and rich culinary traditions.

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Where to Find the Best Cooking Courses Online and at Home

Where to Find the Best Cooking Courses Online and at Home

Eating natural ice cream, a tradition that doesn't melt

Eating natural ice cream, a tradition that doesn't melt

The Top 10 Dishes of Costa Rican Cuisine

The Top 10 Dishes of Costa Rican Cuisine

Culantro, the aromatic herb for an authentic Caribbean dish

Culantro, the aromatic herb for an authentic Caribbean dish

What are the traditional dishes for Holy Week in Costa Rica?

What are the traditional dishes for Holy Week in Costa Rica?

The history of the “casado” and the origin of its name

The history of the “casado” and the origin of its name

Chompipe, the King on New Year's Tables

Chompipe, the King on New Year's Tables

El garrobo: exquisite meat for stews and soups

El garrobo: exquisite meat for stews and soups

Vigorón, a Traditional Costa Rican Dish Icon of Puntarenas

Vigorón, a Traditional Costa Rican Dish Icon of Puntarenas

Codfish Soup, a Delight of Autóctono Vegetables with Chunks of Cod

Codfish Soup, a Delight of Autóctono Vegetables with Chunks of Cod

Milk Fudges with Itabo Flower

Milk Fudges with Itabo Flower

Breadfruit, a source of minerals and vitamins

Breadfruit, a source of minerals and vitamins

Silent Tamale, an ancestral Costa Rican dish

Silent Tamale, an ancestral Costa Rican dish

Guanacastean Tanelas, Delicious Baked Sweet Tortillas

Guanacastean Tanelas, Delicious Baked Sweet Tortillas

Chicheme, a sweet fermented drink made with Pujagua corn.

Chicheme, a sweet fermented drink made with Pujagua corn.

Costa Rican Chicharrones, a Crunchy and Typical Treat in the Cantinas

Costa Rican Chicharrones, a Crunchy and Typical Treat in the Cantinas

Rice, an essential ingredient in the Costa Rican diet

Rice, an essential ingredient in the Costa Rican diet

The Bean Culture in Costa Rica

The Bean Culture in Costa Rica

Guanacaste, the Culinary Cradle of Costa Rican Culture

Guanacaste, the Culinary Cradle of Costa Rican Culture

The Richness of Limonense Culinary Syncretism

The Richness of Limonense Culinary Syncretism

The Zorrillo, a Traditional Plant of Costa Rica

The Zorrillo, a Traditional Plant of Costa Rica

Corn, Its History as a Cultural Heritage of Costa Rica

Corn, Its History as a Cultural Heritage of Costa Rica

El Caimito, typical fruit of Costa Rica

El Caimito, typical fruit of Costa Rica

Flor de Itabo: its benefits and uses

Flor de Itabo: its benefits and uses

The Origin of Costa Rican Sweet Cajeta

The Origin of Costa Rican Sweet Cajeta

Costa Rican Cuisine, Cultural and Culinary Fusion Shaping Its Identity

Costa Rican Cuisine, Cultural and Culinary Fusion Shaping Its Identity

Turmeric, a natural spice that is gaining popularity in Costa Rican cuisine

Turmeric, a natural spice that is gaining popularity in Costa Rican cuisine

Being Vegetarian in the Land of Pura Vida

Being Vegetarian in the Land of Pura Vida

The Golden Grain of Costa Rica, Quality and Excellence in a Sustainable Crop

The Golden Grain of Costa Rica, Quality and Excellence in a Sustainable Crop

The Ancestral Origin of Costa Rican Cuisine

The Ancestral Origin of Costa Rican Cuisine

A Caribbean coconut stew made with love by Costa Rican hands

A Caribbean coconut stew made with love by Costa Rican hands

Culantro Coyote, the Essential Traditional Flavor in Costa Rican Cuisine

Culantro Coyote, the Essential Traditional Flavor in Costa Rican Cuisine

El Chan, from Pre-Columbian Culture to a Sustainable Food Source

El Chan, from Pre-Columbian Culture to a Sustainable Food Source

Coyol Wine, a Misty Liquor Gift from Guanacaste

Coyol Wine, a Misty Liquor Gift from Guanacaste

Frog Water, A Fountain of Flavors for Costa Rican Summer

Frog Water, A Fountain of Flavors for Costa Rican Summer

El pinolillo, an ancestral Central American beverage where corn and cacao blend

El pinolillo, an ancestral Central American beverage where corn and cacao blend

The Natilla Melcochas, a Centenarian Tradition from San Ramón

The Natilla Melcochas, a Centenarian Tradition from San Ramón

The Delicious Costa Rican Tamales, a Wrapper Full of Flavor

The Delicious Costa Rican Tamales, a Wrapper Full of Flavor

Honey Empanaditas of Chiverre, an Irresistible Easter Treat

Honey Empanaditas of Chiverre, an Irresistible Easter Treat

Tropical Fruits, a Rainbow of Tico Flavors

Tropical Fruits, a Rainbow of Tico Flavors

A 'Golden Drink' from Costa Rica to Recover Your Figure After the Holidays

A 'Golden Drink' from Costa Rica to Recover Your Figure After the Holidays

Costa Rican Lunches that Boost the Shape You Want After the Holidays

Costa Rican Lunches that Boost the Shape You Want After the Holidays

Guaro: the National Liquor of Costa Rica

Guaro: the National Liquor of Costa Rica

Pejibayes: the Ticos' Favorite Snack

Pejibayes: the Ticos' Favorite Snack

Costa Rican Chocolate

Costa Rican Chocolate

Passion Fruit: Fruit of Passion

Passion Fruit: Fruit of Passion

Lizano Sauce: ¡this is a good sauce!

Lizano Sauce: ¡this is a good sauce!

Picadillo: Fiesta in a Skillet

Picadillo: Fiesta in a Skillet

Costa Rican Eggnog

Costa Rican Eggnog

Tres Leches Cake: The Cake that Traversed All of Latin America

Tres Leches Cake: The Cake that Traversed All of Latin America

Gallo pinto: the Costa Rican cuisine

Gallo pinto: the Costa Rican cuisine

Chifrijo: The Cantina Food

Chifrijo: The Cantina Food

Ceviche: the National Heritage

Ceviche: the National Heritage

Chorreadas: Are they Beneficial for Health?

Chorreadas: Are they Beneficial for Health?

Drinks with Deceptive Names from Costa Rica

Drinks with Deceptive Names from Costa Rica

2 Delicious Dishes That Will Make You Live Up To 100 Years

2 Delicious Dishes That Will Make You Live Up To 100 Years

Beef Stew: between stew, broth, vegetables… a good memory

Beef Stew: between stew, broth, vegetables… a good memory

Gallo Pinto, an economical, simple, and tasty breakfast… pure tradition

Gallo Pinto, an economical, simple, and tasty breakfast… pure tradition

Casado: Nutritional Power and Tradition for Good Taste

Casado: Nutritional Power and Tradition for Good Taste

Regions of Costa Rican Cuisine and Their Uniquenesses

Regions of Costa Rican Cuisine and Their Uniquenesses

Beef Stew, Between Don Quixote and the Ticos

Beef Stew, Between Don Quixote and the Ticos

How did gallopinto originate in Costa Rica?

How did gallopinto originate in Costa Rica?

The Importance of Coffee in Costa Rica's History

The Importance of Coffee in Costa Rica's History