Dust off your Art History books and take out those paintbrushes and canvas. Art has a pulse and it’s beating strong in Belize. Take a walk to the historic Museum of Belize and you’ll be pleased to see the amazing artworks Belize has to offer. “The River of Art Flows Everywhere”, by Yaoling Lee is … .Read More about Art Talk
Woodcutters of British Honduras
During the 16 and 1700’s explorers and conquistadors from Spain and England were colonizing the “New World” in search of wealth and territories for their monarchs. The lure of Belize was the riches of its interior, proximity to the American colonies, the familiar English language, and most importantly access to the Caribbean Sea. Groups of … .Read More about Woodcutters of British Honduras
Milperos – Slash and Burn Farming
The Milpa is an intrinsic part of the Mestizo-Maya culture and it is merely the name for a field used for planting subsistence crops, especially maize. So, the Milpero is the farmer who leases a tract of land from the government and pays for it over a period of 5 years. Except for owners of … .Read More about Milperos – Slash and Burn Farming
Oh My Meat Pie! A Belizean Breakfast Classic
“Staat yuh mawin’ rite wid sum meat pies!” (Start your morning right with some meat pies!) as most Belizeans would say. While it may not sound like a breakfast item, meat pies are truly the best-selling most popular breakfast food in Belize. These mini hand pies are a Belizean staple. You will often see vendors riding … .Read More about Oh My Meat Pie! A Belizean Breakfast Classic
Central Americans in Belize
Part of the joy of visiting Belize is exploring the many cultures that make up this small country. Belize Is a Melting Pot Belize is rich in many diverse cultures. People from a huge variety of backgrounds have found their way to its sunny shores. This mix of cultures gives Belize its unique blend of … .Read More about Central Americans in Belize
Confederate Settlers
In the latter part of the 1800’s Belize (British Honduras) was known as a haven for colonizers, buccaneers, and other settlers looking for freedom and a better quality of life. For some reason, however, it is a little-known fact that, following the Civil War of the States between North and South, ex-Confederates from the states … .Read More about Confederate Settlers
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