The SJO Airport in Costa Rica is a bustling hub of activity. This post will help you navigate your time in the airport- preparing for your trip, while you are in the airport. About The SJO Costa Rica Airport The San Jose airport is one of two interna...
Once you try this Costa Rican bizcocho– Guanacaste-style- you’ll never stop craving it! About Bizcocho Costa Rica Before I tell you a bit about this bizcocho recipe, I wanted to give you a quick rundown on the word “bizcocho” because it has many defi...
Costa Rica water- it’s a favorite topic of first-time visitors to Costa Rica. In fact, the most commonly asked question I get about visiting Costa Rica is whether or not it’s safe to drink tap water. I probably get this question because the water qua...
Like every country in the world, Costa Ricans have a lot of slang words. From nicknames to popular destinations to silly words for food, there are a lot of variations on common words. This post will guide you on the most common words you’ll hear when...
Costa Rica- the land of pura vida and gallo pinto, is home to an incredible amount of biodiversity, laid-back people and some of the best food in the world. In this post, I’ll share with you some of my favorite fun facts about Costa Rica. Fun Facts A...
Barbudos is a simple scrambled egg and green bean recipe from Costa Rica that everyone will enjoy! About Barbudos Let’s get one thing out of the way right away. In Spanish, barbudos means “bearded” and I have no idea why this recipe has this name. Th...
While Costa Rica isn’t necessarily known for its white-sand beaches, Playa Blanca will surprise you with its gorgeous sand, crystalline water, and proximity to both Jaco Beach and the capital San Jose. About Playa Blanca Costa Rica In my opinion, Pla...
Costa Rican tuna salad combines some of the best tuna fish in the world and mayonnaise. It is eaten on top of soda crackers. About Costa Rican Tuna Fish Salad If you haven’t had tuna and crackers in Costa Rica, you haven’t lived a true “tico” experie...
Costa Rican nachos combine homemade tortilla chips, shredded meat and refried beans for a delightful and unique appetizer recipe. About This Recipe I have a huge love affair with Costa Rican nachos. Let’s just get that out there right now. It’s partl...
This guide will tell you everything you need to know about Costa Rican appetizers, as well as the recipes for each so you can make them at home even if you aren’t traveling to Costa Rica! Costa Rican appetizers are a must-try! There are so many thing...
