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Mother’s Day Dining Guide 2017 in Puerto Rico

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Mother’s Day is just around the corner. It’s that special day of the year you dedicate to the #1 woman in your life, the one that gave you life! And if you still don’t know where to wine and dine with mom then have no fear, Flavors is here. We’ve compiled our dining guide list […]

How to Spend 3 Days in San Juan, Puerto Rico

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When you’re on vacation you want to see, taste, and do it all. A sense of exploration aan take over you, leaving you with a desire to discover everything that you can possibly find. It’s especially easy to feel like this in a place like San Juan, Puerto Rico, where history, culture, food, and the beach all co-exist […]

Flavors of San Juan Awarded Certificate of Excellence

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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – Flavors of San Juan Food and Culture Tours, the first company to bring the food tour concept to the Caribbean, has been awarded the 2016 Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor. This is the 5th time Flavors of San Juan has received this honor. TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, awards […]

Mofongo and Chicken in Criollo Sauce Recipe

Mofongo Puerto Ricos National Dish. Make Your Own Mofongo With Us On Our Food Tour

There are few dishes in Puerto Rico that are as treasured as mofongo. It’s as classic as a refreshing piña colada, and you’ll be hard pressed to find a restaurant on the island that doesn’t offer it. Mofongo is made from mashed plantains, crunchy pork rinds, and flavorful garlic and is usually served right out of the […]

10 Ways to Save Money on Vacation in Puerto Rico

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Who says you have to break the bank to enjoy a getaway to a tropical and sunny island? Just by traveling to Puerto Rico you’re already a step ahead of the game:  you don’t need to worry about currency exchanges or roaming charges! Plus, there’s tons of things to do in and around San Juan that are 100% […]

What can you bring from Puerto Rico to the United States?

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So you finally booked those tickets to Puerto Rico and are sitting at your desk daydreaming of warm beaches, white sands, and all-day piña coladas when suddenly you wonder, exactly how much of that dangerously delicious Puerto Rican rum can I bring back home with me? Worry not dear foodies, we’re here to help you stock […]

Quinoa con habichuelas/ Black beans and Quinoa

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Rice and beans, or arroz con habichuelas, is one of the most common staple dishes in Puerto Rico, paired with practically any main dish you could think of. Growing up, we all ate rice and beans with dinner AT LEAST every other night! While beans are native to the Americas, rice was introduced to the Caribbean […]

HIBISCUS TEA

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HIBISCUS TEA  Did you know that Puerto Rico’s national flower is  the flor de maga (Maga Grandiflora)?  While it’s very closely related to the common hibiscus flower, the maga’s petals are larger and the flowers grow on large trees. It is endemic to the tropical climate of Puerto Rico and is grown as an ornamental plant with pink or […]

Arroz con Dulce (Puerto Rican-style Rice Pudding)

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This sweet treat is a Puerto Rican dessert that is traditionally served around the holidays (Christmas and New Years).  However many restaurants and homes serve this delicious dish year round. Our version of rice pudding is extra sweet and thick, made with coconut milk and flavored with spices like ginger. Enjoy! Ingredients:   1 ½ cup medium grain rice 6 […]

Culinary Road Trips Puerto Rico

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The foodie blogger Paola Gabriela Zaragoza Cardenales featured Flavors of San Juan for a special edition post on her foodie blog Culinary Road Trips Puerto Rico.  This might seem like another foodie blog in town, but Paola makes her mark as she discovers the hidden gems of Puerto Rico all while meeting the challenges of […]

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