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North America is home to some of the most beautiful, awe-inspiring landscapes and cities. Travelling through the countries of North America it is impossible to not bask in the culture and food course the food!

North American food is some of the most delicious, unique, interesting and tasty in the world. But there are also some very weird and unusual recipes to try from North America too!

Sancocho Recipe

Sancocho is a soup made using many ingredients which includes, meat, vegetables, herbs, seasonings and root vegetables. It is eaten regularly in many Latin American and Spanish Caribbean countries including the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, El Salvador and Trinidad. Some common meats used in its preparation include beef, pork, chicken and …

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Guarapo (Sugarcane Juice) Recipe

Guarapo is a traditional Latin American drink made from sugarcane juice. It is a refreshing beverage that is popular in Mexico, Cuba, Colombia, Venezuela, Panama, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Bolivia, Peru, Puerto Rico and Brazil.  To make guarapo, fresh sugarcane stalks are crushed to extract the juice. The juice is then served as a natural, …

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Guatemalan Fiambre Salad Recipe

Fiambre is a traditional Guatemalan salad made with a wide variety of ingredients, including vegetables, cheeses and meats. Fiambre is served during the celebration of All Saints’ Day, or Día de Todos los Santos, when families honor their deceased loved ones at cemeteries throughout Guatemala. The salad dressing used in Fiambre is typically a mixture of …

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Trinidad & Tobago Food: 12 Must-Try Traditional Dishes

Trinidad and Tobago are a pair of islands in the Southern Caribbean located only 8 miles away from the South American coast, nearest to the country of Venezuela. Trinidad is the largest of the island pair, approximately 1,800 square miles compared to Tobago which is only 115 square miles. Despite its location being in the …

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Nicaraguan Nacatamales Recipe

Nacatamales are a traditional Nicaraguan dish similar to tamales. They are usually made using corn masa, meat, onion, tomatoes, fruit pieces, rice and spices. The mixture is wrapped in plantain leaves then steamed or boiled. Nacatamale variations use chicken or pork and can contain strong flavors like olives, capers, prunes, chilies and peanuts. Some heftier …

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St. Lucian Food: 13 Must Try Dishes of St. Lucia

St Lucia is a small island in the Lesser Antilles of the Caribbean. The Caribbean is located in the Atlantic Ocean and is made up of over 700 islands, but only 13 are sovereign nations. An additional 21 are dependent countries. St. Lucia is nearest to the island of Martinique, which is visible on a …

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Food of St Vincent & The Grenadines: 10 Must Try Dishes

St Vincent and the Grenadines is made up of a main island, St Vincent and about 32 smaller islands called the Grenadines though only the 9 largest are inhabited. It is located between the islands of St. Lucia and the similarly named island of Grenada. Whether from the main island or one of the smaller …

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Mexican Sopa Azteca Recipe

Sopa Azteca is a Mexican soup made of tortillas soaked in a spiced tomato-based broth. This dish is traditionally prepared by simmering corn tortillas in broth until they softened, and is flavored with chili peppers and other local herbs and spices. Sopa Azteca is commonly served during celebratory occasions, family gatherings, and also as a …

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