Muy’Ono Farms is Leading Belize’s Farm to Table Movement
The notion of farm-to-table dining has taken the world by storm, and it’s about time. The habits of global agricultural movements have left us disconnected from the food that we eat. It’s an ineffective approach to dining that drives up prices and increasing transit pollution while also minimizing the average person’s — and the average […]
In celebration of Belize’s 40th anniversary, Travellers has their new aged rum out: 1981 Limited Edition Rum
If there’s one thing that the people of Belize know how to do, it’s to celebrate — and 2021 marks a special year for the celebration. It’s been 40 years since this Caribbean country gained independence from the United Kingdom. And while Independence Day was recognized on September 21, the festivities are continuing throughout the […]
It Is Officially The 2021 Conch Season in Belize! Here’s How — And Where — To Enjoy It
What’s all the hype about conch season in Belize? For those of you wondering, Conch is a tropical marine mollusk, and it is delicious. As one of the most significant sources of revenue in the fishing industry, conch is a staple across Belize—absolutely irresistible in dishes like ceviche, fritters, curry, and soups. This seafood generates […]
Let National Rum Day Inspire Your Next Caribbean Vacation
When you visit the Caribbean, a good, strong rum cocktail to start the vacation off right is often the first thing that comes to mind. Granted, it’s hard to separate rum from the Caribbean—Bacardi, El Dorado, Havana Club, Pusser’s, and Mount Gay Rum all come from such islands as Puerto Rico, Guyana, Cuba, Jamaica, and […]
3 of the Best Belizean Bars for International Beer Day
Every year, the first Friday of August is International Beer Day. And this year, the unofficial holiday falls on August 6. To celebrate the art and science of brewing beer and encourages people to try out new flavors of beer. Nowhere is there more suited to drinking a beer than Belize with the locally-owned and […]
The Best Ice Cream Parlors in Belize to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
For many of us, summers as a kid paint a picture of local swimming holes, grass-stained jeans and melting ice cream cones. While we may have left the others behind, the latter holds steadfastly to our craving sweet tooth as the peak of summer dawns upon us. Ice cream has no age limit, so we […]
One Local’s Guide to Exploring Northern Belize
Growing up as a native Orange Walkeña, I was often the subject of out-of-towners’ singing praises about our tacos. It’s true, few early morning grubs come close to Orange Walk tacos, but there is so much more seeped into this quaint region that many outsiders might not know about. For instance, how to spend the […]
Belize’s Lobster Season Reopens Today: How To Make The Most Of It
Lobster lovers, you’ve waited long enough to enjoy this spiny crustacean! Belize’s 2021-2022 Spiny Lobster Season officially opens today, which means fishermen are out right now scouring the seafloor for this Caribbean delicacy. Spiny lobsters in Belize, unlike Maine lobsters in America, lack claws. Instead, their meat is in their tails. Seafood aficionados all agree: […]
All The Belize Food Festivals We’re Missing A Little Extra This Year
If there’s one thing the Caribbean is known for, it’s festivals. From colorful costumes parading down the streets of Trinidad to an amalgamation of jazz artists playing beautifully in St. Lucia, there’s a festival for everything. As for Belize, while we do have our dearly beloved September celebrations for Independence Day, the food festivals are […]
Best Belizean Breads: Creole Bread, Powder Buns, Creole Bun & Johnny Cakes
Aesthetics aside, Belize stands out in another important respect: food. After all, the Creole diet can be as diverse as their genealogy. Breakfast is usually Johnny cakes or the always-lovable fry jacks. Rice and beans are virtually a daily occurrence (enjoyed by everyone, not just Creoles) alongside some kind of meat, like stewed chicken, fried […]