In: Food and Drink

Que Rico!
March 25, 2009

One of the first Spanish phrases I learned here in Costa Rica was: “Que Rico!” This means “that’s delicious!” It’s no…

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Poverty Increases with Food Costs
May 21, 2008

One sore subject in Costa Rica — and around the world — is the rising cost of basic food. Our basic…

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Change
December 10, 2006

We all know that change is constant. I guess as we get older we have more experience with this concept. Doesn’t that mean that we get used to change and facing it should be easier? No, it seems to be just the opposite. Maybe we get tired of change? Just plain ole’ tired of dealing with it day in and day out.
Personally, I feel like I’ve had to handle a lot of change in my life and normally do okay with it. But some days it doesn’t take much to push me beyond my limits. I mean, let’s face it. I moved to Costa Rica. That’s a big change. Change in language, change in cost of living, change in availability of creature comforts. But more so — a change in culture. This change in culture I believe was the hardest for me — and almost 3 years later — continues to be a challenge.

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Thirsty? Too bad!
December 2, 2006

When I was in the military in the US and had the opportunity to live in many other states, I was shocked to learn how different some of the alcohol laws were in “dry” cities, counties and states. Very naively I thought the laws were the same all over.
People drink a lot in Costa Rica. That’s my experience anyhow. I’m not judging that (I participate of course), but am making an observation. And it doesn’t surprise me. What does surprise me is that there are times of the year here when Ticos are prevented from drinking. This includes a portion of Easter Week and election time.

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Machu Picchu Restaurant
September 4, 2006

I hardly ever talk about restaurants. Not that we don’t have some that are pretty good. I guess I just haven’t been swept off my feet. But one I’ve been to a couple of times (different locations) is Machu Picchu, a chain of Peruvian restaurants here. The food has been very delicious and consistent. The service at the San Pedro location was great, as was the outside patio. The location off of Paseo Colon must be really old. It was certainly nothing fancy. And the service wasn’t that great. But the food does sure make up for it.

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New Coffee Shop
July 28, 2006

I’ve been meaning to post something for a while about my friend Mauricio’s coffee shop. He’s been open about a month now and the place is really cute. I love his upstairs patio. He offers the usual coffee drinks, of course, but also a nice selection of sandwiches, empanadas and delicious deserts.

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Harvest Time
June 15, 2006

Yippee! I’m very excited to say pulled our very first vegetables out of the new garden today. Here you can see a picture of Isaac holding the radishes we ate in our salad for lunch. The picture below is a shot of the garden itself.

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The Power of Chocolate!
June 2, 2006

In a survey conducted by a women’s magazine; 70% of female respondents said they would rather have chocolate than sex. I guess they didn’t interview any men! Now let me tell you, I love chocolate. But if I had my choice…..

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Big Mikes
February 4, 2006

I had the pleasure of finally meeting Big Mike last night. It had been over a year since I’d heard of…

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