Costa Rica

Costa Rica has a lot of flavory foods. Costa Rica is the country that you can enjoy their flavory foods. Costa Rica cuisine is diverse and influenced by a mix of Spanish, African, and indigenous flavors. Costa Rican food is a mixture of influences from different parts of the world that have all come together. There are basic ingredients, like corn and beans, that have their roots in indigenous cultures. These are common ingredients you’ll find in many dishes across Latin America. There are also influences from the Spaniards who colonized the lands here and brought different cereals such as wheat, certain vegetables, and fruits, and, above all, cattle for milk, cheese, and meat production. Some traditional dishes are easier to find because they are a part of everyday meals, like Gallo Pinto and Casado.   1. Gallo Pinto Gallo Pinto is the main dish in Costa Rica. Gallo Pinto is a breakfast dish made of rice and beans. Gallo Pinto also called a as national dishes of Costa Rica an...

INTRODUCTION Costa Rica is one of the countries in the world that are famous for their culture and heritage. While most countries are only famous for their indigenous cultures, Costa Rica's culture is a blend of indigenous, Spanish, Jamaican and even Chinese culture. This unique blend of influences and characters create a vibrant, exotic and colorful culture in Costa Rica. This vibrant and colorful culture are reflected through various part of Costa Rican's daily life including clothing, architectures and foods.   CLOTHING One of the most prominent and famous elements of Costa Rican's culture is their traditional clothing. The dresses and clothing reflected their Spanish roots with their bright colors, excessive use of fabrics and styles. Female's attire usually consists of a long colorful skirt and shoulderless blouse with a shirred fabric around the chest. Male's attire usually consists of pants with a big red belt, a white shirt with handkerchief around the neck...

Costa Rica has a wide range of festivals all year long, each with its own distinct rituals, celebrations, and customs.   1) THE PALMARES FIESTAS       The palmares fiestas     The palmares festival is a two-week-long celebration that takes place in Palmares, Costa Rica on every January. It is one of the largest and most popular festivals in the country, and it attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world. The festival is well-known for its vibrant music, mouthwatering cuisine, and energetic atmosphere. Throughout the celebration, there are also a few customary events and activities, like horse parades, fireworks, and bullfighting .     Here are a few of the Palmares Fiestas highlights:   Tope: On the first day of the celebration, there is a customary horse procession called the Tope. The parade, which has thousands of riders from all across Costa Rica, is breathtaking to see.    This event will show you a variety ...