Category Archives: food

Our Cost of Living in Panama – April

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

It is the last day of April, and I am totaling up our expenses. I didn’t post anything for March since both of us were traveling out of the country for part of the month but for April, except for a few … Continue reading →

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Mango Season!

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

There are mango trees all over town with fruit on them. Some of these trees are huge! If they are in a well traveled area the fruit is usually picked up. If you can find one in a less traveled … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: A Day in My Life

Posted on March 31, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

Weekly Photo Challenge: A Day in My Life I used to get asked a lot – “What are you going to DO with yourself all day, now that you won’t be working??” This is what I did with myself yesterday. It … Continue reading →

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Canasta Basica food store

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

We are putting together information for other expats who may come to the area. My two biggest challenges when I first arrived were finding things, and understanding Spanish. We thought it might be useful to identify various businesses that have … Continue reading →

Posted in expat, expatriate, food, Panama | Tagged Central America, Chiriqui, Chiriqui Province, David, expat, expatriate, International Living, Latin America, Local food, Moving, Panama, shopping | 11 Comments

Sandía

Posted on February 10, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

It’s sadía (watermelon) season in Panama now. These watermelon range from really good to insanely delicious! The one we bought today is in the insanely delicious category. It’s so juicy and sweet, and downright wonderful. They sell for $.20/pound here … Continue reading →

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Guandu con Arroz

Posted on February 3, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

Guandu are pigeon peas, and very popular in Panama. Guandu con arroz (with rice) is a traditional Christmas dish, so guandu are very expensive around that time. Many people grow them in their yards, including a number of my neighbors … Continue reading →

Posted in culture, food, gardening, Panama | Tagged Central America, Chiriqui, Chiriqui Province, Cook, cooking, David, expat, expatriate, Food, International Living, Latin America, Panama, Pigeon pea, Rice | 12 Comments

Tortillas

Posted on February 3, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

I’ve been making tortillas for a while but yesterday I was instructed by the pro, who was instructed by her grandmother. It starts with corn. I know, it looks like chicken feed or something, but you can turn this into … Continue reading →

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Chicha de Arroz con Piña

Posted on February 3, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

My neighbor Haydeé came over yesterday, and we had cooking class in my kitchen. What fun! She is Panamanian so of course she knows how to cook all kinds of Panamanian food, and I’m interested in learning. We made a … Continue reading →

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Pineapples and Videos

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

The last post on the Border Hop or Passport Shuffle was almost as involved as experiencing it! So now, how about something a lot lighter. I’ve been interested in photography for quite a while, and I’ve also been looking forward … Continue reading →

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America is Taking Over Panama!

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Kris Cunningham

Yes this is a “foreign” country, but not as foreign as you would think. If you feel better seeing familiar businesses here, if you are happy to get your favorite fast food, you will be just fine in Panama. Is … Continue reading →