FOOD COLUMN

A JEWEL IN MANABI

By Sara Moore I discovered a jewel in Manabi. Approximately 30 minutes from Manta, this fabulous restaurant discovery is on the outskirts...

Tacu Tacu, Peruvian Fusion

By Rolanda Stinson We all know that on the coast seafood is king and local Ecuadorian classics like ceviche and encebollado are staples...

The Zulú Experience

By Rolanda Stinson Have you heard of a restobar? Well it’s exactly what it sounds like - a restaurant and a bar in one. Believe it or...

Fiesta en La Catrina, Manta

By Rolanda Stinson-Smiley As this month is dedicated to celebrations, what’s more celebratory than Mexican cuisine? This is also a...

Fish Cevichería, Santa Marianita

By Rolanda Stinson-Smiley On the coast of Ecuador, a popular food staple is ceviche. In North America, we think of ceviche as raw seafood...

Encebollado, Manta's Breakfast

Encebollado is a traditional Ecuadorian fish stew commonly served at breakfast time. This rich stew has been recognized as the national...

A Corner of Argentina in Manta - Food Column

Believe it or not, Manta has more to offer than just seafood. I’ve found that barbecue, sausages, and arrays of grilled meats are very...

Manta and Seafood – A No-Brainer! - Food Column

It’s no secret that Manta is a seafood hub. Being one of the largest port cities in Ecuador, Manta has been hailed as the tuna fishing...