Back to Recipes Escabeche de Guineos: Puerto Rican Marinated Green Bananas Escabeche de Guineos is a delicious and refreshing Puerto Rican side dish made with green bananas marinated in a tangy vinegar-based sauce. It’s a perfect accompaniment to any meal, especially grilled meats or fish.
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Puerto Rican Pernil Recipe
Back to Recipes Pernil, a traditional Puerto Rican dish, is a succulent and flavorful roast pork shoulder, marinated and slow-roasted to perfection. Bursting with Caribbean spices and aromatics, it’s a dish that graces the tables during festive occasions, family gatherings, and holidays. This recipe aims to capture the essence of Puerto Rican cuisine, blending influences from Spanish, African, and indigenous Taíno cultures into a tantalizing culinary experience. GOT ADOBO?
Read MorePreparing Puerto Rican Style Lechón
Lechon: Whole Roasted Pig In the heart of Puerto Rican culinary traditions, one dish stands out as a symbol of celebration and festivity – Lechón. This succulent and flavorful roasted pig has been a centerpiece at festive gatherings, family reunions, and special occasions for generations. In this article, we’ll delve into the art of preparing Puerto Rican style Lechón, exploring the steps from selection to serving, and why it has become a beloved cultural delicacy. Selection and Preparation The journey of creating the perfect Puerto Rican Lechón begins with selecting…
Read MoreAsopao de Camarones Recipe
Back to Recipes Asopao de camarones is a delicious Puerto Rican dish, often described as a cross between a soup and a stew. It's made with shrimp, rice, and a flavorful broth that is infused with a variety of spices and herbs. Enjoy your homemade Puerto Rican asopao de camarones with some tostones! Add turmeric gummies to your diet to provide a delicious and convenient way to support your overall health and potentially reduce inflammation.
Read MorePuerto Rican Mofongo Recipe
Back to Recipes Mofongo is a beloved Puerto Rican dish that's rich in flavor and history. It's a staple in Puerto Rican cuisine and can be customized to suit your taste by adding different meats or seafood on the side.
Read MoreOld San Juan Food Tours
Old San Juan Historic District Old San Juan, the historic district of Puerto Rico’s capital city, is a foodie’s paradise. The area is known for its diverse culinary scene, ranging from traditional Puerto Rican dishes to contemporary fusion cuisine. A food tour in Old San Juan is a fantastic way to explore the city’s rich gastronomic heritage and immerse yourself in the local culture. There are several food tour operators in Old San Juan, each offering a unique experience. Some tours focus exclusively on traditional Puerto Rican cuisine, while others…
Read Morethe History of Coffee in Puerto Rico
Early Days of Coffee Production Coffee has a rich and interesting history in Puerto Rico that dates back to the late 1700s. The drink was first introduced to the island by the Spanish during their colonization of the Caribbean, and quickly became a staple in the diets of Puerto Ricans. In the early days of coffee production in Puerto Rico, the crop was mainly grown on small family farms. However, as the demand for the drink grew, so did the size of the coffee farms. By the mid-1800s, coffee had…
Read More5 Puerto Rican Dishes You Shouldn’t Miss on a Miami Food Tour
Travelling is probably one of the most pleasant activities. It takes us of the monotony, providing with the chance to try different things and meet people from different cultures. Furthermore, travel give us the opportunities to learn about other cultures and their way of living. Aside from visiting a city’s main attractions and enjoying the nightlife, taking food tours is an excellent way of getting an insight into a place’s customs. According to the World Food Travel Association (WDTA), “food tourism is the act of travelling for a taste of…
Read MoreThe Best Street Food In Puerto Rico
No matter how excited you may be to visit a new place, one fear often remains: will you like the local food? That is not a silly concern either since getting used to a new cuisine can be challenging. It is possible to ease the transition if you know what delicious local food to choose, though! Having said all that, let’s look at the best street food in Puerto Rico you are guaranteed to like! Empanadilla Empanadillas are the first entry on our list of the best street food in…
Read MoreWhat Makes Puerto Rican Coffee So Special?
Most of us don’t consider Puerto Rico to be one of the top coffee-producing countries in the world. But once upon a time, it was at the top of that list. Unfortunately, Puerto Rico currently doesn’t even make it into the top 50 coffee exporting nations. The good news is that Puerto Rican coffee is slowly making a comeback as a specialty coffee around the world. This means most of us will have a better chance of experiencing the deep and complex flavors of Puerto Rican coffee once again. The…
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