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What to Eat in Costa Rica | Classic Costa Rican Dishes

Costa Rica isn’t just about beaches, volcanoes, and jungles—it’s also home to a rich and delicious food culture. In this ...
NBC New York

I'm from Costa Rica: Here's what we eat every day for a long, healthy life—it's our ‘secret to longevity'

Costa Rica is home to one of the world's Blue Zones, where people live longer and healthier lives than average. I'm from a small town in the region of Cartago, called Llano Grande, which is known for ...
The Tico Times

Costa Rica Food and the Local Specialty – Chicharrones

Taking pleasure in the simpler things that bring a bit of comfort and happiness is a way of life in Costa Rica. One thing I have found is that just the sheer mention of chicharrones brings a great ...
The Denver Post

“Top Chef” Season 18 contestant Byron Gomez opens first concept in Avanti Boulder

After competing on season 18 of Bravo’s “Top Chef,” Byron Gomez got plenty of offers from would-be financial partners to open a restaurant. But he wanted to do it on his own. “Top Chef definitely ...
ABC 7 Chicago

Chicago's only Costa Rican restaurant remains popular after 3 decades in business

CHICAGO -- Since his parents opened Irazu Restaurant 34 years ago, Henry Cerdas has noticed one thing about the patrons of the staple of Chicago's Bucktown neighborhood. "Our diners always seem happy, ...
The Cool Down on MSN

Extreme conditions decimate one of world's largest food exports: 'A significant reduction'

Banana production is an essential pillar of the Costa Rican economy, providing over 40,000 jobs directly and 100,000 jobs ...
Arizona Daily Star

Costa Rican food truck to join mobile circuit

Costa Rican fare will soon be on the menu at local food truck roundups if Ray Duke and Kristine Key have anything to say about it. The Tucson couple are transforming an old delivery truck into a ...