The Fast-food Invasion
What are some of the most noticeable changes I have witness in Antigua Guatemala over the past decade. Well, the saddest is …
Guatemalan Enchiladas from La Merced Vendor
As I have said before, if tostadas had a kingdom, La Enchilada would be the queen of the tostadas. Good, you say, …
Garnachas quetzaltecas at the town fair of Ciudad Vieja
Garnachas quetzaltecas are quite the food attraction at the town fair of Ciudad Vieja. Interesting enough, hardly ever you find at the …
-12 Days to 9th Anniversary: The Rellenitos Vendor
So what are rellenitos pues? Rellenitos (little fillings) is the name given to a food made from plantain dough which is molded …
Holy Week Vistas: Street Food Stands
Another typical vista of the Holy Week is all the street food stands around town. I mean almost everywhere you walk you …
The Buñuelo Transaction
As I mentioned yesterday, Cuaresma [Lent] has street food that is sold at the booths outside the church where the velación, vigil, …
Indulging in the authentic taste of Antigua’s street food
One important aspect of Cuaresma, Lent, is the seasonal food that comes with it. There are many food stands that mushroom around …
Lunch Time on the Streets of Antigua Guatemala
At lunch time one can find stands of food vendors pop up at street corners or around parks in Antigua Guatemala. These …