In Panama, there are a lot of ex-pats from the U.S. who celebrate Thanksgiving. Because they have been in Panama for so many years, Panamanians have assimilated some of their customs into the local culture. Some Panamanians also celebrate Thanksgiving with the turkey. Panamanians also prepare turkey for Christmas. Read on to see […]
Tropical Food
Tropical Bread Pudding Mamallena – Mamallena (Pudin De Pan) Panameña
In Panama, Mamallena translates o ‘stuffed mama’, which is probably an insinuation regarding the dessert’s full and dense nature. Usually served with a glass of milk, this bread pudding is nothing like the ones that you have tasted before. This is mostly because of the dish’s texture, which is much […]
Tropical Cod Fishcakes – Torrejitas de Bacalao Panameña
These cod fishcakes are to die for. In fact, they are one of my favorite Panamanian dishes! With the total preparation time amounting to only 25 minutes, these are easy to cook too! So, whenever you wish to spice up your family dinner and are looking for an authentic and […]
Tropical Rice With Pineapple Smoothie – Arroz con Piña Panameña
If you are up for a creamy tropical drink that is homemade and healthy, then we recommend you try Tropical Rice with Pineapple Smoothie – Arroz con Piña Panameña. This drink is prepared from the pineapple skin and rice, and it tastes delicious and promises to refresh your senses the moment you take […]
Tropical Sweet Corn Tamales – Tamales Panameño De Maiz Nuevo Con Puerco
These Panamanian tamales are originally a part of the Panamanian Christmas table, but you can enjoy them anytime. This dish comes with a special touch in Panama, where the leaf of a plant called Bijao is used to wrap the contents of the dish, giving it a more authentic appearance […]
Tropical Caramel-Glazed Plantains – Platanos en Tentacion
These fried plantains with their sweet, caramelized flavors and soft texture are a sensation for your taste buds! What’s more? They are also very simple and easy to prepare and don’t require much effort on the part of the cook. The total time required for to make them is only […]
Tropical Beet Salad – Ensalada De Feria Panameña
This dish is basically a colorful and easy to prepare classic potato salad that floods your taste buds with rich and satisfying flavors. The salad is a favored dish in Panama in summer and can be found at any folk festival or fairground. The Ensalada De Feria Panameña is both […]
Tropical Beef Stew – Ropa Vieja Panameña
This delicacy named Ropa Vieja Panameña, which literally translates into ‘old clothes’ in English, is a common dish in Panama. It is prepared on a regular basis in households and restaurants. The dish includes a spicy shredded beef combination and is usually served with a helping of rice or yucca. It […]
Essential Products & Tools Of The Tropical Kitchen
If you want to make delicious tropical food, you will need some specific products and tools. Caribbean recipes are delicious because of how they are prepare and which were used. There is little room for cheating. Here is a list of the best deals I found for the products necessary […]