Today I had the great pleasure to meet a food photographer and blogger from Chowzter.com who lives in Mexico. Since she is going around town trying all the different venues, we decided to have lunch at a brand new venue for her, so headed over to Origami, the newest Japanese restaurant in Antigua Guatemala. As … Read more
Some people might claim this is the first food truck in Antigua Guatemala, but that is not true, since there are quite a few ceviche trucks around Antigua Guatemala and a few other trucks that offer typical food and snacks. Perhaps, the Shtilero is the most colourful food truck since it is a VW Kombi … Read more
Of course, what better accompaniment for German beers than a sampling plater of German sausages, pretzels, sauerkraut and mustards. I know I have mentioned Wurst Eck before, and this is definitely not the first time I mentioned where to get German sausages in Antigua Guatemala. However, I believe this is the first time I mentioned … Read more
La Casa del Ron or the House of Rum, is a new boutique lounge and bar that recently opened its doors in Antigua Guatemala. This is the rum cellar directly underneath the bar and boutique. This is a great place to taste the delicious rums produced in Guatemala; especially the aged rums in oak barrels … Read more
I’ve discovered a hidden gastronomic jewel in La Antigua Guatemala. The Cocina del Obispo restaurant is not conveniently located but if you take the time to find it and try its food, trust me, you’ll love it. The atmosphere is quite lovely; you are surrounded by a charming garden which is frequented by these colorful … Read more
Indian food is the latest trend in Antigua Guatemala. There are at least five or maybe six restaurants of Indian food in Antigua Guatemala. Most of them are pretty expensive, but there is one that offers Indian food at Guatemalan prices. If I recall correctly, this plate of Indian rice with chicken and naan bread … Read more
As I have mentioned before, Guatemalans love to charbroil a lot. From chupparrascos to parrilladas, there are all kinds of words and lexicon regarding asados, charbroiled meats. Another word used regarding the charbroiled chicken is Pollo a la brasa, such as the one shown here from Rincón Típico restaurant. A plate of pollo a la … Read more
I believe it was in 2010 or early 2011 when I first had lunch at what I called La Cocina De Rosario. Heck, I even left the following tip on Foursquare: “You have to try pepián, pulique and subanik at this comedor.” The reason I called this diner La Cocina De Rosario and created the … Read more
As I have mentioned before, La Antigua Guatemala is quite possibly the most cosmopolitan city in Central America; especially regarding its international cuisine offerings. In Antigua Guatemala one can find Philly cheese steak sandwiches, shorma kebab pita sandwiches, curries, shish kebabs, Chinese food, sushi, Indian cuisine, Mexican food, et cetera. Thai food, unfortunately, is the … Read more
Most Guatemalan comedores (diners) serve either typical Guatemalan food or simply diner’s food as shown here. Often, both kinds of food are available any given day. I show you this dish so you don’t get the wrong idea or impression and believe that Guatemalans only eat typical food such as pepián o tamales. In fact, … Read more
Forget Monoloco, forget whatever, those places only have tiny screens. Yes, even the places with 96″ flat screens pale in comparison with Segafredo Zanetti in Antigua Guatemala, which has the former La Sinventura movie theater screen. I don’t like watching sport matches, but I know that if I ever find myself with friends who want … Read more
In case you haven’t and you would like to try them, well, just head over to Antigua Guatemala’s Macadamia farm Valhalla. A plate with three macadamia pancakes macadamia butter and blueberry sauce goes for Q50. Soon I will tell you more about this wonderful ecological organic enterprise. Stay tuned!
I don’t know if these would be considered fusion food, but I have to tell you it was delicious. This chicken and spaghetti dish can be had at La Toscana. Just be aware, they we don’t have Wi-Fi, and encourage people to talk to each other, or simply focus on enjoying your meal. Mangiare bene!
There are several good restaurants in Antigua Guatemala where one can get very delicious freshly made Italian food. Some of them make their own pasta in house as H Bistro [the place formerly known as Hector’s restaurant]. La Toscana is another such restaurant where one can get home-made Italian food. Here you can see what … Read more
Finally we have an affordable fish and chips spot in Antigua Guatemala. This tiny place has two tables that can accommodate about 10 people and actual sand on the floor as well as water fountain that runs through the front counter. Anyhow, Pescado loco, crazy fish for you anglophones, only serves fish and chips as … Read more