Holiday Foods in Costa Rica

For many Costa Ricans the season's culinary dishes are steeped in tradition. A favorite during the holidays, tamales (pronounced tah-mahl-ays) are a delectable treat made with fine corn flour, potatoes, vegetables, meat, and wrapped in a plantain leaf. It is unclear when the tradition of tamales began, but they are considered part of the national heritage -- everyone has fond memories of eating tamales at Christmastime.

Last updated: Oct 21, 2023