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I only know of two other All Inclusive resorts, besides this one, here in Guatemala.
You can’t go wrong with them. After consuming half my body weight in four days and drinking more than 100 “grown up” drinks I think I got my money’s worth. The view is free, and temperatures don’t go below 80s (F). Can you ask for more for $85 per night? Your Dollars or Euros go a long way here…

This is what you can get at Mercado Monumento El Caminero.stop by on your way to La Antigua and you won’t be disapointed.

When traveling here in Guatemala, it is very rare to find decent/elegant independently owned restaurants. You won’t have trouble finding chain restaurants or “comedores“.

Here is one of those rare independent restaurants offering great food.
By the way, our two full meals and drinks where less than $17, including tip. We also got two bowls of soup of the day and a cup of coffee not in the photographs, all for the stated price.

This is a Michelada. Ill have a gallery tomorrow when I get back home. tchin tchin….

Here is something every Guatemalan knows, Jocotes with a ground and roasted squash seeds, limes juice and salt.
Enjoy!

While living in the States, a couple of years ago I was following the news of a former Guatemalan President being detained and sent to prison for several charges. One of the images on Guatemalan TV news was one that really called my attention. It was this congress man going to visit former El Presidente to jail, congressman brings a couple of bags of something I could not distinguish. I asked my now fiance if she new what that was, she tells me “That’s Pollo Brujo!”. Since then, I’ve been craving to try that.
And here it is! It is very tasty and healty, not over seasoned and it is chard broiled. Very simple but tasty, got to top it with some lime juice and it is perfect. Good enough for an imprisoned Presidente, good enough for Eli.
Enjoy.

Here is something iconic to Guatemala: Cerveza Gallo.
I got a bit confused when I bought one for the first time, they called it “Taconuda” which means something with high heels, specially a woman wearing them. But here in Guatemala they call Taconudas the 16oz beer cans.
Salud.

I’m a day behind on eating Fiambre. Fiambre is a traditional dish eaten for Day of the Death, 31st of October.
My recipe for Fiambre: Eating it and taking a long nap.
This is a plate with two kinds of Fiammbre: Fiambre Blanco and Fiambre Rojo.
Bon Appétit.

This is the fast food available for us here in Guatemala.
Entrepreneurs, restaurateurs have failed to adapt autochthonous foods to Guatemalan fast food industry.
At malls I’ve only seen very few places offering authentic Guatemalan foods. Guatemalan cuisine is very rich in styles and flavors and it is very depressing not to see it easily available.
Here is a great opportunity for you entrepreneurs out there…

Zone 10 is the Premium business district of Guatemala City.
I am not a big fan of urban areas, specially here in Guatemala, but I do have to admit, from above it looks impressive, serene and yes; beautiful.
For lunch, if you are a devote carnivore, you have to check out this place.
It is a very simple meal, a slightly season, good size piece of meat, served with a small cut of cheese and a slice of jalapeno pepper. Perfect! The meat is what it should be, cooked to perfection, very juicy and flavorful.
Here you don’t get distracted by any sides, you get your meat and some bread and olive oil: That’s it! but as I said; if you are a devote carnivore you’ll love this meal.
The price is a bit high for Guatemalan standards, but you get a good size steak and of great quality.
Paying for parking (Q10) at the restaurant is something that does not seat well with me. I don’t think it is coherent when two costumers buy two full meals and drinks, tip the staff and on top of that, they have to pay to park their vehicle at the restaurant’s parking lot. It is not much; Q10/$1.25, but in principle I find it offensive. But I guess that’s the norm here in Guatemala.
Bon appétit..
for the name of the restaurant you just have to ask.

Quetzalteca Rosa de Jamaica in a can!
This is something I noticed recently and and I have no clue since when it has been available, and finally I bought it and tried it.
It is very tasty and easy to drink with a 16 proof, perfect for a hot day.
And just a $1 would get you one of these cans.
Tchin Tchin…
Oh, one more thing: Most Guatemalans call Quetzalteca “Indita”. I personally avoid that term because the word “Indita” is a diminutive of the word “India”, which Guatemalans constantly use a a pejorative and a racist insult, a word that is constantly used to refer to the indigenous people of the country.
So, whenever you can, I advise you to use the real name “Quetzalteca” and avoid the Guatemalan’s name “Indita”.

Street food Tacos

Guatemalan Street Tacos al Pastor are not as sophisticated as Mexican ones (from vertical spit grill), but they are okay in flavor and for Q10/$1.25 for a three tacos portion, you can’t go wrong.

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