FOOD COLUMN

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...