24 hours in Old San Juan? We got you!
Old San Juan offers wonders for any curious person who wants to enjoy and explore this small islet of 8 x 10 blocks. From walking through forts 500 years old, to admiring the beautiful views of the Atlantic, to tasting excellent local cuisine and to visit the second oldest church in America where the remains […]
Mother’s Day Dining Guide 2017 in Puerto Rico
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
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
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 […]
8 Essential Apps for Your Vacation to Puerto Rico
It’s time for a reality check: most of us are addicted to our smartphones. You can check the weather, buy your groceries, keep track of your banking, read a book, turn the lights on in your house, and so much more, all with your phone. Without even realizing it, smartphones enhance our lives and make them […]
Saborea Festival 2016 – What to do This Weekend
Close your eyes. Imagine a beautiful beach and a weekend full of delicious food from Puerto Rico’s best restaurants. Want to make this daydream a reality? You can, this weekend at Saborea 2016! As Puerto Rico’s largest culinary event of the year, Saborea is a can’t-miss event for foodies and non-foodies alike. Taking place on Escambrón […]
What can you bring from Puerto Rico to the United States?
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 […]
Guava & Cheese Empanadas
Guava & Cheese Empanadas Fun and funky recipe by our very own Epicurean Guide and Assistant Manager, Alexandra Ostolaza! Ingredients: 3/4 cup goat cheese Juice of 1 lemon or lime (just enough to melt the cheese and make it into a slightly runny paste) 1/2 cup of guava paste, sliced thinly, small enough to fit […]
HIBISCUS TEA
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)
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 […]
