Guatemalan traditional dances are a vibrant expression of the country’s rich cultural heritage, blending ancient rituals with colorful storytelling. Here you will find the most popular danzas folcloricas or folk dances in Guatemala. I will be sharing each dance’s significance in Guatemalan traditions, it’s history as well as the when and where you can see … Read more
The Piloyada Antigueña recipe is a traditional dish from Antigua Guatemala, known for its simple yet flavorful combination of ingredients. This recipe for Piloyada brings together the unique taste of piloy beans (similar to kidney or pinto beans) with other fresh ingredients, creating one of my favorite Guatemalan recipes using beans that’s both nutritious and … Read more
Shecas are a unique and popular Guatemalan pan dulce or sweet bread. This recipe for Guatemalan shecas is easy to follow and once you try this you won’t stop making shecas at home. Shecas, also known as Xecas, Semitas, and Cemitas is a very popular Guatemalan bread from Quetzaltenango. These delightful bread rolls, with a … Read more
Guatemalan pan dulce, or sweet bread, is a beloved part of the country’s culinary heritage. From soft campechanas to crunchy champurradas, each sweet bread has a unique combination of flavors, textures, and shapes. In this article, I’m gonna share with you all about Guatemala’s sweet breads, from its origins and popular varieties to the cultural … Read more
This easy Guatemalan revolcado recipe lets you recreate this traditional Guatemalan pig’s head stew at home. Made with tender and flavorful parts of the pig’s head, aromatic spices, tomatoes, and a variety of traditional ingredients, revolcado is one of the most popular traditional Guatemalan foods. Don’t be intimidated by its name, this easy-to-follow recipe will … Read more
In this article, we will explore the rich history and cultural significance of Semana Santa in Guatemala. I will share all about the famous sawdust carpets and the significance and main elements of the processions in Antigua Guatemala and the rest of the country. Semana Santa, also known as Holy Week, holds great importance and … Read more
Platanitos fritos or platanos maduros fritos as they are also known is probably one of the easiest Guatemlan recipes. This delicious Guatemalan dessert can be made in just minutes! If you’ve ever had platanos fritos or grew up in Guatemala you may be wondering why you would even need a recipe to make these delicious … Read more
This easy recipe for the traditional Guatemalan Bacalao a la Vizcaina is a delicious staple during Holy Week in Guatemala. Holy Week Memories With Bacalao a la Vizcaina This is one of those Guatemalan dishes that have a very emotional significance. Growing up in Guatemala, we would only have bacalao a la Vizcaina once a … Read more
If you’re looking for the best things to do in Guatemala city you have come to the right place. As someone who grew up there and still visits at least twice a year since moving to the US 15 years ago, I can confidently say that Guatemala City is a hidden gem. The capital city … Read more
In this guide you will not only find when is the best time to visit Guatemala but also recommendations for traveling to Guatemala during any season. Having grown up there and still visiting regularly, I can confidently say that this country is a great destination no matter the time of the year. So even though … Read more
