I am so proud. Andrew. I am so happy to hear you were able to help Osita in her time of need. I can hardly wait to meet them when we visit for Thanksgiving. You know I am gonna bring them a bunch of toys and treats.
Scavengers? Mucho gusto por meat stick explanation! Have you much lions in country as you show in animals picture on great hill digging soil? Pure vida?
Hans, your friend. Learn spanish solve many barriers. Great fun!
Answers To David: Yes, first time with my picture. May add Beth in the future if she allows me. To Eric: Have not been able to take the car in yet. Maybe today. To Hans: Meat on a stick is basically a slab of pork with some nice sauce on it. Yes, plenty of cows here, in fact I see about 12 of them every time I head down my driveway!
Andrew
am4cr@hotmail.com
First Picture? Hey Andrew...I have been reading your blog since the beginning and to my memory (I might be wrong on this one) this is the first time we have seen what you look like in your picture with the bbq. And we have yet to see Beth. I am actually going to Costa Rica next week and in doing research found your blog. God luck with everything and Pura Vida...
Casado, Casado, Casado!!! Okay, why is everyone hung up on Casados?! It is a typical Cost Rican dish of meat (chicken, pork or beef usually) with rice and beans and a soggy salad, often cole slaw. Not much else to say!
Hi Debi!! Got your email and comment. Jack is not around any longer. Not sure where he is living but we have our hands full with our puppies now!
Pura Vida!
Andrew
am4cr@hotmail.com
I MISS YOU!!!! Hey Andrew - I just sent you a long e-mail. I spoke with Beth this morning and it was great catching up with her - don't forget to call me today! What happened to Jack - or did I miss something? It was great catching up on the blogs - the place looks great! xoxoxo
What is "typical" Costa Rica Food. Hi Andrew,
Enjoying the blog and looking forward to visiting you and Beth soon. You have commented on typical costa rican food many times and we have even seen pictures. Can you give us more descriptions. You know I love to eat and am always up for trying something new.
Give the puppies and hug for me. I bet they are quite a handful.
All the Best.
"Casado" vs. "Asado" Redux Thanks for all the comments on casado vs. asado. I cannot believe you are all that interested in it! :)
Yes, the married part that Paul mentions is true and that basically a "casado" is a family plate of Costa Rican food. If you want a basic meat and veggie dish, along with beans and rice, just ask for a casado. Whatever it means, I know I love it! Thanks for reading my blog and especially your comments!
Andrew
am4cr@hotmail.com
Casado vs Asado... FYI, Casado, yes, does mean married but in this context it kinda means what you'd eat if you were at home for lunch and ate what your wife had fixed. It is the equivalent of the blue-plate special. Cheers! - Paul M. / Tampa, Fl ==
Blog Updates That's more like it, that's what a blog is all about! And besides, most of us knew what was up with your sabatical from the blog, so there were no complaints.
Nice read Hi Andrew, I read your journal. Actually I've read it several times. I haven't seen anymore journals from you. Hope you are doing fine, and hope to read more from you soon!
Great Blog! Thanks for a great blog. I was in CR for 9 days this summer and fell in love with the country and people (coming back next year and hope to swing by the "finca" to check out Beth's yummy cooking). Your blog makes me feel like I am still there. I also plan on moving there someday. Keep up the great blog! Hope your surgery went well. ¡Pura vida!
A Picture of a Casado? I think it would be odd to go into a restaurant and take a picture of a plate with food on it! Picture a plate with meat, beans, rice, and some vegetables on it and that is a casado!
CASADOS I don't know what they are called elsewhere but in Costa Rica they ARE indeed called "casados," a typical dish of meat, rice, beans and some veggies.
--Andrew
Do you mean Asado? Hi Andrew and Beth,
First of all, I want to say you're doing great! Adapting to a new culture is not an easy task, trust me, I know first hand.
Regarding the word "Casado" (or "Cazado")it can mean to be "married" or to be "hunted or go hunting." I believe the word you are atempting to use is "ASADO" which means "ROASTED," or is it?
We've Missed Your Entries We've been waiting for a new entry. They really do sound like a travel book and you should consider writing one. You sound terrific. Much to do, and see, and eat.
I love your blogs! Steve,Laura, Jody and I had dinner at Coppi's tonight and talked about how much we love hearing about your adventures. Will call soon - miss you! Keep writing.
Jack is Back!!! Good title for the Book - I think Under the Costa Rican Sun would not be original....I love your Blog! I can just see you cussing up a storm in the BACK seat of the SUV being a MIRROR for Beth! Hysterical! xoxo Debi
Sounds like fun, Andrew! Thanks for sharing your blog with me. It's like reading a novel with a new chapter every once in awhile. The challenges you face are very basic -language, transportation and building repair. Sorta puts things in a different perspective. When you are ready to talk further about our PR proposal, please email me a time to call and I am happy to call you.
All the best - Nance
I moved to Costa Rica in June of 2005, giving up my corporate life in the U.S. So, this blog is all about Costa Rica, my experiences here, relocation tour company, and real estate development company, I am running full time! I will post regularly so check back often!
Links!
Retirement tour: http://www.BoomersInCostaRica.com <--coming back soon!
Real Estate: http://www.crcommunities.com
Pura Vida!
Andrew
Andrew4CR@gmail.com... full info
Chris
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I am so proud.
Andrew. I am so happy to hear you were able to help Osita in her time of need. I can hardly wait to meet them when we visit for Thanksgiving. You know I am gonna bring them a bunch of toys and treats.