Ceviche has to be one of my favorite foods; so far, there are over a dozen versions on ceviche posted here. Nevertheless, Peruvian ceviche is my favorite recipe. Fortunately, there are several restaurants that offer Peruvian ceviche in Antigua Guatemala, from the Peruvian restaurants to 7 Caldos and Chermol. My absolute favorite though, is this … Read more
Here’s your Guatemalan illustrated Spanish word of the day: Cúpula for cupola. Cupolas adorn most of the rooftops in Antigua Guatemala. Cúpulas are one of the most iconic architectonic details from the former Santiago de Guatemala now simply known as Antigua.
Here’s your Guatemalan illustrated Spanish word of the day: Miércoles de ceniza for Ash Wednesday. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, the 40 days that end on Maundy Thursday; one of the most colorful and fervent time periods in Antigua Guatemala. Today I share with you three proud boys showing their foreheads marked with … Read more
Lent and Easter are coming, get your camera ready! Book one of my Lenten photo walks to have unprecedented access to the best spots and bring home amazing images of the world-famous Easter in Guatemala. Take home extraordinary images of the once-a-year traditional and colorful processions from the intricacies of carpet building, to the … Read more
Some streets of Antigua Guatemala still have signs showing the original names of the streets as Calle del Hospital, nowadays 6a calle oriente.
The foodie scene in Antigua Guatemala just keeps on getting richer and better. Nawal is bringing the cuisine from the Middle East to Antigua Guatemala. Shown here is lamb shawarma on a bed of hummus with a fresh Mediterranean salad topped with a sumac dressing; by the way, the lemonade is made with an infusion … Read more
Since the new municipal administration took over on January 14th, huge flags, about twice as big as before, are flown over the Palacio del Ayuntamiento.
Did you know that for the first 1,093 daily photo posts from Antigua Guatemala not once I shared a photograph of the Arco de Santa Catalina, the most famous and iconic landmark from this photogenic colonial town. Somehow, I managed to share with all kinds of images for the first three years of AntiguaDailyPhoto.com; which … Read more
Believe it or not, I began the Doors & Window of Antigua Guatemala on May 4th, 2006. There have been many memorable and unique doorways along these nearly 14 years of daily posts, but this double arched doors entrance is among my favorite doorways in Antigua Guatemala. Take a photographic tour through all the doors … Read more
As I have shared with you before, this is what Winter season looks like in Antigua Guatemala. If you are suffering from the effects of this long harsh Winter, don’t wait any longer, book your flight today and come and enjoy our version of Invierno!
One of the better ways to celebrate Día del Cariño is with a taquiza, a meet up to eat tacos. Cactus Taco Bar on in Antigua Guatemala has put together a taco sampler plate with their most popular tacos: Fish al pastor, Shrimp and bacon, Cactus and Vegetarian; they are all quite delicious. A taquiza … Read more
Love is to meet to watch the sunsets from any rooftop in Antigua Guatemala!
The Antigua Photo Shoots are an great way to take stunning vacation mementos of your trip to Guatemala. I shoot these informal street photos, using mostly available light and some fill-flash, perfect for those seeking a professional street photographer to document their trip in a natural style, whether candid and/or posing in ‘A day in the life … Read more
This mural about the importance of water can also be found at the César Brañas Cultural Center at the end of 5a calle poniente.
In a recent visit to the César Brañas Cultural Center I came across this mosaic mural produced and installed by the Pasión por los Mosaicos about 8 years ago. I still feel honored and in awe that several artists chose some my photographs as inspiration for creating this mosaic mural now an integral part of … Read more