Horchata

Day 1: Arriving in Guatemala

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June 18th 2012
I arrived in Guatemala early morning, and Jess (my sister) took me to San Martín bakery for lunch. I had delicious Horchata for lunch (a rice milk/cinnamon drink-see picture), and we bought bean bread for a snack later. Refried black beans are incredibly popular in Guatemala, and they are SO good! After lunch, we walked to where a woman was selling tortillas. They were unique to any I have ever h ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Guatemala » Capital Region » Guatemala City

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The Maya civilization flourished in Guatemala and surrounding regions during the first millennium A.D. After almost three centuries as a Spanish colony, Guatemala won its independence in 1821. During the second half of the 20th century, it experience... ... read more