Eye on Costa Rica

Enjoy a neutral perspective on life in Costa Rica from a North American Ex-pat who has lived on both coasts of this beautiful country for some 20 years. Just livin the life of "PURA VIDA"!!

Tuesday, May 27, 2014

I'm "sweet" on Costa Rican Mangos! They're everywhere right now!!

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Mangos (or tropical peaches) are among the most widely produced and consumed fruits around the world. Introduced to Costa Rica in 1796, li...

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Saturday, May 17, 2014

Costa Rica’s answer to Brown Sugar…..Tapa de Dulce!!

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Most people would think that the famous Costa Rican coffee would be the obvious morning drink, but actually, the traditional breakfast drink...

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Saturday, April 26, 2014

Costa Rica….the new Culinary Vacation Destination?

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Recent efforts have been made to market Costa Rica as a culinary destination ( see article ) for your next vacation. Known for its abundanc...

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Friday, April 11, 2014

Costa Rica’s Juan Santamaria Day! Brave Martyr or Brazen Myth?

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Juan Santamaría , an impoverished drummer boy, born of a single mother from the town of Alajuela, is easily the most famous martyr in Costa...

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Saturday, March 29, 2014

Earth Hour 2014! Spend an Hour in the Dark and Help Save our Planet!

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Earth Hour is driven by the global community’s goal to protect the planet we share. Earth Hour’s exponential growth – from a single-city i...

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Wednesday, March 12, 2014

"Mamon Chino", A Healthy Sweet Treat from Costa Rica!

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The "Mamon Chino" , also known as “Rambutan” , is a colorful and interesting exotic fruit found on medium-sized tropical trees pr...

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EyeOnCostaRica: Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas, Costa Rica; I am very independently minded and have strong opinions. By the way...I am always right!

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