Hi, we’re Artur and Margoth, the couple behind Panama Tropic. We live in Chicago, but our hearts (and a good part of our kitchen) are in Panama. This site is where we share the Panamanian food we cook at home and the places in Panama we love.
Who we are
Margoth is Panamanian, and the recipes on this site are hers. They’re the dishes she makes for family and friends: sancocho, carimañolas, hojaldras, arroz con pollo, tamales, ceviche, chicheme and more. The food photos in her recipes are her own, taken of the dishes she cooked.
Artur first came to Panama City in 2010 and wanted to see everything, starting with the old streets of Casco Viejo. He looks after the travel side of the site and keeps everything running.
What you’ll find here
- Panamanian recipes: traditional dishes, drinks and desserts, written so you can cook them in a US kitchen.
- Places to visit in Panama: Panama City, Casco Viejo, Bocas del Toro, Boquete, the San Blas Islands, the Azuero Peninsula and more.
- Travel essentials: practical help such as useful Spanish phrases, safety tips and renting a car.
How we keep the site honest
Many of our travel guides were first published in 2019 and 2020. We’re going through them now, updating prices and practical details and adding our own experience and photos. When a guide is based on research rather than a trip we took, we’ll keep it factual and say so. Prices, schedules and rules in Panama change often, so always double-check before you go.
Panama Tropic is free to read. It’s supported by ads and by some affiliate links, which never cost you extra. You can read the details on our Disclaimer page.
Say hello
Tried one of Margoth’s recipes, found a mistake, or have a question about Panama? We’d love to hear from you. Use the form on our Contact page or email info@panamatropic.com.