This super easy Guatemalan recipe for champurradas is sure to be a total success with everyone in the family. Not to be confused with Mexican champurrado, Guatemalan champurradas are delicious Guatemalan cookies with the perfect level of crunch to dunk in your morning coffee! This traditional Guatemalan recipe is so simple to make and perfect … Read more
These easy-to-make Guatemalan pineapple empanadas make for a delicious dessert or an easy sweet snack. Empanadas de piña, or pineapple empanadas, have been one of my favorite Guatemalan desserts since I was a kid growing up in Guatemala. A Taste of Home: Guatemalan Pineapple Hand Pies Sharing Guatemalan recipes always brings me joy, especially recipes for … Read more
if you are traveling to Guatemala, here are the best things to do in this beautiful country. Whether you’re looking for adventure, relaxing on an exotic beach, or planning a family vacation, there’s something for everyone. This Central American country is one of the most exciting and colorful. Guatemala offers everything from lush rainforests and active … Read more
Guatemalan chiles rellenos or stuffed peppers are one of my favorite Guatemalan traditional foods. It is a popular Guatemalan dish made with sweet peppers, filled with a mixture of beef and veggies, served drizzled with tomato sauce. This Guatemalan chiles rellenos recipe I’m sharing with you today comes straight from my mom’s kitchen. You will … Read more
This slow cooker version of my grandma’s traditional Guatemalan cocido recipe is an easy-to-make vegetable and beef stew that is sure to become your new favorite cold-weather comfort food! What is Guatemalan Cocido Cocido, a traditional Guatemalan beef stew, is a cherished dish known for its simplicity and comforting qualities. This hearty stew combines beef … Read more
Summer is a great time to explore new cultures and learn a new language. We spent 3 weeks in Guatemala last summer and enrolled the kids in a Green Camp at Antigua Green School. If you’re considering spending the summer in Guatemala with kids you may find our experience and recommendations useful. Our Experience With … Read more
If you’re considering traveling to Guatemala for the first time or returning to Guatemala after falling in love with this beautiful country you’ve come to the right place. This travel guide to Guatemala was created to inspire you to visit Guatemala, also known as the land of eternal spring and to provide you with all … Read more
If you’e consider traveling to Guatemala you’ve come to the right place. From the best destinations in Guatemala to the must try Guatemalan dishes I’ll share with you my love for the country of Eternal Spring and my knowledge of Guatemalan culture as a native. Colorful and magical, Guatemala is one of the most diverse, … Read more
With beautiful colonial architecture, lush gardens, and a large pool built for kids, Porta Hotel Antigua is the best hotel in Antigua Guatemala for families. Porta Hotel has been a favorite with local Guatemalan families for decades, and there are many reasons for that. For over 70 years, the hotel has welcomed families from around … Read more
Language immersion is the best way for kids to learn a second or third language. And what better time to do this than taking advantage of the summer break and spending some time abroad learning a new language while creating memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you want your kids to reinforce their Spanish, like … Read more
