The caldo de res (beef stock or stew) is never absent from the daily menus of diners, fondas and restaurants. As other Guatemalan caldos, caldo de res is accompanied with carrots, corn on the cob, güisquil (chayote), ayote and chilacayote (squash), potatoes and beef. Often, caldo de res is served with rice, avocado and lemon … Read more
Often in orientation talks organizations discourage the consumption of street food and for a good reasons. However, a blank statement like do not eat street food is a disservice as there are some street foods that one can eat without experiencing Montezuma’s revenge. For instance, most foods that have been cooked for hours and are … Read more
Caldo de res is often called “cocido” (cooked) in La Antigua Guatemala. Caldo de res (beef stock or stew) has to be among the most often eaten dishes in the Guatemalan cuisine. It is always present daily menus at diners, fondas and restaurants. As many Guatemalan caldos, it comes with carrots, corn on the cob, … Read more
Caldo de res (beef stock or stew) has to be among the most often eaten dishes in the Guatemalan cuisine. It is never absent from the Guatemalan daily menus of diners, fondas and restaurants. Like many Guatemalan caldos, it comes with carrots, corn on the cob, güisquil (chayote), ayote and chilacayote (squash), potatoes and beef. … Read more