Belize cuisine has a distinct flavor, influenced by the diverse cultures which bring out the magic of eating well. Belize food may be spicy or mild depending on your taste and mood. Local culinary is abundant; the national dish is a mixture of rice and black beans seasoned with coconut milk together with a spicy chicken stew.
The direct influence of Mexican and Spanish food is seen in such dishes as: Chirmole, Escabeche, Panades, Salbutes, Garnaches, Tacos, Bollos, Tamalitos, Tamales, and Burritos.
Obviously, being close to the coast, sea food is very popular and tasty, with succulent lobster, stingrays, fish, roast oysters, and even shark.
Adding to this menu, you can taste a variety of tropical fruits such as: pineapple, bananas, melons, oranges, tangerines, figs, mangoes, grapefruit, among others. Don¹t leave without trying the traditional and delicious coconut cake, and the decadent chocolate cake prepared by the Fort Street Guesthouse Inn.
In case you would like to savor something different, there are various restaurants serving European, Chinese, Indian, Jamaican e Cajun cuisine for a variety of tastes and preferences.
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