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Fun fact: Dominican cultural influences is a mixture of West Africa, Taino indigenous, and Iberian.
If you really want to get to have a deep dive into our country's culture and history on your next visit, don't miss out on these Dominican foods and drinks!
Also known as catibia, these empanadas are tastier and with a better texture because they are made of grated yuca! Then filled with chicken, cheese, etc.
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Pork is one of the most popular meat dishes in the Hispanic Caribbean. And chicharron is deep-fried, savory pork skin. This crunchy dish usually comes with a side of citrusy sauce and yuca.
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Yaniqueque is a simple snack made of only fried dough with salt. Yet, it’s one of the most coveted beach snacks around the island!
Puerco Asa’o, or roasted pig, is one of the most beloved Dominican foods. On most festive celebrations, expect one on the table!
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Pasteles en hoja are boiled root crops (usually yuca or plantains), grated, mashed, filled with meat, and wrapped inside a banana leaf.
Chivo guisado is stewed goat dish consisting of goat meat in a rich sauce of sour orange, garlic, onions, and tomatoes. This Dominican food is a staple on family celebrations!
Made of evaporated milk, sugar, vanilla, orange juice, and ice, the tropical, chilled, sweet Morir Soñando (to die dreaming) will put you to sleep!
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