Culture
Tips 506: How to buy souvenirs that benefit small businesses and communities
There's something magical about buying souvenirs. Perhaps it is because of the new color combinations, flavors, and shapes, or because of the treasured experiences...
Tips 506: How to plan a trip to Costa Rica with a positive impact
The new year has arrived, and with it, new possibilities. One of those could be a visit to Costa Rica, a country that in...
Limón in three dishes: the history behind Costa Rica’s Afro-Caribbean cuisine
When was the last time you tasted rondón?
How about a plate of rice and beans, perhaps with fish from the sea just a few...
El machete: a swing through time
One of the most ubiquitous tools used throughout rural Latin America is the machete. When I moved to Costa Rica, the first gift I...
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Why not this? Composting in Costa Rica
What would it take for more people to take up composting in Costa Rica? Where else in the world is this practice being implemented...