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The Carribean Style Dining In San Jose

No other city can introduce you to the cuisine of Costa Rica than its capital city. Are you ready to explore San Jose with Eatagram?

The city boasts breathtaking mountain news of the Central American Volcanic Arc and an abundance of authentic Costa Riccan food and drinks.

Not sure what to start with as you set foot in historic San Jose? Start your day with the traditional comfort breakfast gallo pinto. The recipe of this specialty dates back to the times, when peasants needed a simple yet hearty dish to fuel them for an active day in the field. Yes, it’s just a mix of black beans and rice, but it’s delicious and substantial. Local eateries serve gallo pinto with scrambled eggs, sour cream, and Turrialba cheese. Be sure to taste the appetizing casado, a medley of one bite dishes including rice, plantains, corn, meat or fish and a salad. 

And surely, no breakfast in Costa Rica can go without the famous Costa Riccan coffee!

For more authentic tastes, sample the iconic empanadas, turnovers with beef, and tamales. It’s a unique dish, made of dough filled with meat and then wrapped into banana leaves and steamed. Looks and tastes really exotic. 

Street food enthusiasts will fall in love with chifrijo. It’s a go-to snack made with rice, beans, pork, and crispy tortilla chips. Give it a try! And be sure to cool off with a glass of refreshing agua de sapo with ginger, lime, and cane sugar.

San Jose is also known for its beer culture. Local breweries produce high quality beers. They go well with a popular pork snack called chicharrones.

If you can’t imagine your meal without a dessert, you definitely should try the classic tres leches cake. We prefer arroz con leche, a delicate rice pudding with vanilla and cinnamon. 

Ain’t it time to leave your routine behind and luxuriate in the laid-back vibes of San-Jose? Costa Rica is waiting!

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