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Holidays in Puerto Rico; Coquito, Parrandas, and Las Fiestas de La Calle!

  Welcome to the merriest corner of the world—Puerto Rico! Our holiday season isn’t just a celebration; it’s a carnival of joy, starting with Thanksgiving and dancing through the lively octavitas, culminating at Las Fiestas de La Calle San Sebastián in Old San Juan. Brace yourself for twinkling lights, parrandas, coquito, chinchorreos, and endless parties!…

RECIPES: Bacon & Guava Panetela | Boozy Rum & Coconut Limeade

Panetela de Guayaba is a traditional Puerto Rican dessert made with guava paste.  During our take over of the @DiscoverPuertoRico instagram account, we tweaked the classic recipe to make it even more brunch friendly. We added bacon, cinnamon, and rum for a fun, boozy twist! A Puerto Rican brunch wouldn’t be complete without a cocktail!…

Classic Mofongo Recipe

Welcome back to our Plantain Recipe Series. Today we dive into another classic: MOFONGO! This fried garlicky mash made with fried plantains is comfort food at its finest. Eat it as a side or top it with a protein like fresh lobster in a garlic white wine sauce. It’s even more delicious than it sounds!…