Category Archives: Panama

Dove Orchids of Panama

Posted on October 13, 2010 by Barbara

ShareThere is actually a dove in the Dove Orchid! Look closely, and you’ll see the sweet ‘bird’ nestled in the center. Like many fantastic species, we tend to love them to death. The Peristeria elata , deemed the National Flower … Continue reading →

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Anthony Bourdain No Reservations in Panama

Posted on October 11, 2010 by Barbara

ShareDid you hear him mention ‘leche de tigre’? This is drinking the remaining liquid from cerviche, taken for curing a hangover! The fish market was built by the Japanese – apparently had something to do with pre-payment for some canal … Continue reading →

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Grubers Jungle Oil

Posted on October 6, 2010 by Barbara

ShareWe ran into Frank Gruber yesterday, while stopping at Bruschetta’s restaurant in El Valle, Panama.  His bicycle was parked on the street, it’s wooden container advertising “Gruber’s Jungle Oil“. I turned around to survey the sidewalk cafe where we were … Continue reading →

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Tasting Dinner at Chef Charlie Collins Cooking School

Posted on October 5, 2010 by Barbara

ShareOh-la-la!  What a meal!  Look at the menu and see the note at the top ‘Honoring Barbara and Jean of Panama Boutique’. This is part of the Chef Charlie Collins Cooking School experience and now we are graduates! A tasting dinner consists … Continue reading →

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Dinner on the Panama Canal

Posted on October 5, 2010 by Barbara

Miraflores Restaurant has a view like no other in the world. Continue reading →

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