The Costa Rican Cuisine is characterized by many flavors and influences, especially the ancient recipes and spices from the region. The food is not full of additives and the main staples are beans, rice, and corn, a large variety of vegetables, beef, chicken, fish and seafood. Costa Rican seafood is characterized by elaborate dishes that offer a great variety of tropical fruit.
Some famous dishes are the Casado, a dish that has rice, beans, banana, vegetables and meat; Chorreadas, a thick corn pie; Empanadas, that can be filled with cheese, beans, or meat; and Tamales, which include rice with chicken.
Picadillo of Arracache and Potato with beef are other dishes appreciated in this region.
Restaraunts abound, where you can try traditional carribbean cuisine, or, if you prefer, a variety of international cuisines as well. The traditional drinks are based on tropical fruits, made with milk and honey or sugar, including some with alcohool like the Chicheme made with mint and left to ferment, as well as the Chinchivi made with Sugar Cane juice.
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