Foodie spots in Antigua Guatemala.
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
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
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
Here’s your illustrated Spanish word of the day: Empanadas for turnovers or meat pies. Believe it or not, there are several restaurants that offer “empanadas argentinas” in Antigua Guatemala. In my humble opinion, the best and most delicious empanadas are from Chermol, located on 4a calle poniente, about half a block west from the main … Read more
As I mentioned last Friday, we now have Colombian arepas and Venezuelan arepas in Antigua Guatemala within a block from each other. The arepa shown here is from La Gorda, located in 7a avenida norte, after 1a calle but before reaching Fernando’s Kaffee. You can have arepas with all kinds fillings from chicken to beef, from pork to cheese; … Read more
Believe it or not, we now have Colombian arepas and Venezuelan arepas in Antigua Guatemala within a block from each other. The arepa shown here is from Rincocito Colombiano, located in the north end of 6a avenida norte. You can have arepas with all kinds fillings from chicken to beef, from pork to cheese; there’s … Read more
27 Adentro Restaurant is serving up an exotic and delicious Costilla de cerdo en barbacoa con coco or pork’s barbecue ribs with coconut sauce slowly cooked over roasted pineapple slices accompanied by fried plantains and white rice. ¡Buen provecho! This new dish on their menu is part of the creative take and presentation of the Guatemalan and Latin … Read more
The delicious Vietnamese soup Pho is one of the most elusive dishes in Guatemala. In fact, before the restaurant Como Como put it on their daily menu lunch specials, I have never seen it being offered anywhere in Guatemala, so when I was craving pho, I cooked it myself at home. Obviously, having the chef … Read more
Antigua Guatemala is paradise for the smoothie lovers with so many spots through out the city. 27 Adentro Restaurant is serving up exotic smoothies to push the envelope of what a smoothie should be. Shown here is “El mejurge #2,” which includes the following ingredients: mango, yoghurt, citric juices and two secret ingredients ????; it’s simply … Read more
27 Adentro Restaurant is serving up new version of the traditional Guatemalan plato típico or typical dish. This new presentation of the plato típico is simply delicious. 27 Adentro Restaurant has done a fantastic job with the new presentation and the taste by only using high quality ingredients and prepare them with care and passion. … Read more
If you like curries head over to Toko Baru, a great joint located on 1a avenida sur, offering lots of curry and pita sandwich options. I highlighted this diner for the first time back in April 2010 with a shorma kebab pita sandwich. Back then I pointed out how cosmopolitan Antigua Guatemala really is when … Read more
If you are craving goulash or other some Austrian dishes, you’re in luck because in Antigua Guatemala Restaurante Wiener on Portal Santa Lucía has several delicious Austrians dishes on their menu. Goulash can be ordered a la carte or be had as part of the daily lunch specials one day of the week. ¡Buen provecho! … Read more
Le Comedor restaurant has a sign on the outside wall that reads: Comida francesa económica. I thought that was an oxymoron because you can NOT put together the words French cuisine and economical in the same sentence. But, they have done it and done it quite well. The photos in this post are for the … Read more
The sweet crepes here are from Unión Café Antigua, one of the best options in town for delicious and healthy breakfasts. They also offer a great selection of smoothies and coffee to go along with their all day breakfast and lunch options. I have tried their smart smoothie, which also includes a shot of espresso coffee. Bon appetite!
Antigua Guatemala has plenty options for eating deliciously healthy and peacefully. Café La Escalonia is among the top options with tables surrounded by a vibrant and luscious garden area; part of a nursery with a menu full of delectable and wholesome dishes from sandwiches to soups and salads that accommodate meat-lovers and vegetarians alike.