You might think that the humble lobster is nothing more than a tasty seafood dish that comes with a huge price tag, but in fact, lobster lore associated with this feisty crustacean is the stuff of legends. Marina Santos was so curious, she authored a paper for the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Sea Grant Program that refuted tales that lobster in 1770’s New England was…
If you’ve been looking for a sign that things are returning to normal, look no further than Belize where the nation’s first International Music and Food Festival is reaching its final stages of preparation. This extraordinary event will be held on July 30th and 31st on the always-exciting Ambergris Caye. No detail has been ignored during the planning process. Event packages include individual, general, VIP,…
Are eating one’s way around a nation and spending the remainder of a vacation while doing absolutely nothing incompatible? Not if you come to Belize where the food scene is hot and your ability to get the best rest you’ve ever experienced is even hotter. If you’ve longed to do both but you haven’t been able to justify an escape, take the advice of Doctor…
Why do foodies love Belizean food? Because cuisine served in this small, friendly, welcoming nation is an amalgam of cultures that has no equal elsewhere in Central America. Dishes on menus run the gamut from a beans and rice dish cooked in coconut milk to tangy bowls of ceviche and platters of conch fritters. These recipes offer tastes of Maya, Creole, Spanish and Mandarin cooking…
When you pack, include a bib, elastic waistband pants, and your appetite. You’ll need all three. For foodies who never grow weary of trying new foods, a visit to Belize can come as a surprise. This nation’s signature cuisine mix is as diverse as the people who live here, combining Mexican, Caribbean and Maya traditions that pervade everything from the art to the food. These…
People come to Belize from all around the world to experience the clear blue waters of the Caribbean and the stunning sandy white beaches. Placencia is one of the best regions for vacationers who want to enjoy fun in the sun. But the waters are more than just a playground for visitors from abroad. While Placencia Village is a tourist hub, it’s also a fishing…
With a year-round balmy climate and fertile soils, Belize produces a broad range of organic fruits that make delicious tropical juices. Looking for a fine selection of beers, rum, and other adult beverages, including a wide assortment of cocktails? Belize is the place for you! Some of the signature drinks that you’ll find in Belize include: Fresh Juices Farmers in Belize harvest bounteous crops of…
One of the most popular attractions of visiting Belize is the opportunity to sample the delicious range of food available from restaurants, cafes, and roadside stalls. With a rich cultural heritage, Belizean cuisine features the very best of Caribbean, British, Asian, and Mexican flavors to achieve delicious flavors suitable for every palate. While some international visitors prefer the comforts of familiar food, below are some…
More and more people from North America are choosing to celebrate Thanksgiving in Belize due to the combination of warm weather, delicious foods, and lots of exciting adventures to enjoy quality time together. With Air Canada and WestJet now offering direct flights to Belize from Canada and US airlines like Southwest, United, American Airlines, and Delta competing with inexpensive airfare, it is now more affordable…
One of the most exciting festivals on the Belizean calendar is the yearly Chocolate Festival. From May 19-21, 2017, visitors can explore a dazzling array of chocolate and chocolate-based goodies, including unusual items like chocolate beer and chocolate soap. The Chocolate Festival takes place in and around the town of Punta Gorda in Belize’s Toledo District, an area that has been growing cacao and producing delicious…