The most beautiful Guatemalan folk dances

Folk Dances in Guatemala: Their Meaning, History and Where to See Them

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

Guatemalan garbanzos en miel recipe

Garbanzos en Miel Recipe: Guatemalan Chickpea Dessert

Garbanzos en miel, also known as chickpeas in honey, is a traditional Guatemalan dessert that combines the sweetness of brown sugar or panela with the nutty flavor of chickpeas. This chickpea dessert is a popular Guatemalan dish during Lent and Holy Week and during 1ero de Noviembre or Did de Todos los Santos. This Guatemalan … Read more

Bacalao a la Vizcaina recipe from Guatemala

Guatemalan Bacalao a la Vizcaina

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

Santiago Sacatepequez giant kite festival for All Saints Day

Day of The Dead Traditions in Guatemala

Day of the Dead is one of the most important Guatemalan holidays. Throughout many Latin American countries, el Dia de Los Muertos is celebrated on November 1st and November 2nd. However, the Day of the Dead traditions in Guatemala is unique and very different from the Día de Muertos traditions in Mexico. In Guatemala, celebrations … Read more

Guatemalan pepian de pollo

Best Guide to Guatemalan Food

If you want to try the best dishes in Guatemala, this starter guide to Guatemalan food is for you! I compiled a list of the best Guatemalan recipes you must try. You’ll find all my favorite Guatemalan dishes, from classic tamales to decadent desserts. Therefore, if you crave traditional Guatemalan foods, add these delicious recipes … Read more

Guatemalan salpicon de carne

Salpicón de Res: An Easy Guatemalan Recipe

Salpicón de res (o salpicon de carne) is a shredded or diced beef salad loaded with citrus flavors. It is a tasty traditional Guatemalan food perfect as a party appetizer or a wholesome main dish. Unlike any other salad you have ever tried, this Guatemalan dish is brings together fresh veggies and shredded beef ! … Read more

Pineapple empanadas

Best Guatemalan Desserts

In this post, you’ll find the best Guatemalan desserts with lots of easy and delicious Guatemalan dessert recipes to choose from, whether you are in the mood for platános en mole, Buñuelos, champurradas, canillitas de leche, empanadas de manjar or anything in between. I have included all of the best traditional Guatemalan desserts, and the … Read more