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I am from CR we eat very heathty that is why we do not use a lot of salt or other spicy things we try to keep it simple and natural like our beautiful country.
I agree...it is very healthy and that is one of the many reasons we came to Costa Rica.. We choose to live VERY HEALTHY. However, we do like some seasonings in our food. However, nothing wrong with plain healthy Costa Rica food. Thanks for your input.
Very entertaining and informative. Thanks for the good variety of restaurants and their menus. Well done video that educates anyone traveling to Costa Rica so they will not be surprised or overwhelmed with they arrived hungry in Costa Rica.
Can you guys make a video on the best places to live in Costa Rica? But a detailed one please. Also which region are you in? That background is something divine.
Hey buddy, Thanks for your comment and YES, we sure can. We were just talking about doing some drive through type videos of some of the towns we've lived in, but I think doing a video like you described...."Best Places to live in Costa Rica" would be great. Tell me, what type of places are YOU thinking? Near beach, mountains, in the town, outskirts of the towns or city? At the moment, we live in Rivas...which is about 20 minutes outside of Perez Zeledon, San Isidro. You can see a map by going to this link: www.google.com/maps/place/Guadalupe,+San+Jos%C3%A9+Province,+Rivas,+Costa+Rica/@9.4190873,-83.6628266,13.73z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x8fa14bbb3746c7cd:0xbaba28db5b9e5079!8m2!3d9.4288038!4d-83.6461481 You may need to copy and paste it in google. Look forward to hearing back from you.
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Thanks for your reply bro, and please let me explain. I've been to CR just once for a week only, however I stayed in San Jose (hated it) and Santa Teresa (loved). From what I've noticed, the Pacific side is more to my liking, since I don't speak any Spanish and didn't get gringo priced. Since I was only there for a week, I wanted to know more about the best places, ideally with more expats/foreigners such as Santa Teresa or Tamarindo, doesn't have to be on the beach. PS- Nobody has done this, you should. You should warn newcomers to CR about the fact ATM's stop working at midnight.
@@TheAprizzle92 Thanks for your explanation. Good news for you...This Thursday, we talk about the "Cost of Living" next Thursday we will do a video for your special request. "Best Places to live in Costa Rica" So...make sure to tune in or if you haven't already, subscribe and hit the bell, so you will get notification when the video goes live. By the way....what ATM at which BANK did you discover that the ATM shut down at midnight? CR does a lot of WEIRD things....and we'll be sure to create a video on the many STRANGE things that happen in Costa Rica and add that one to the list.
Hey A - the video you requested for "Best Places to Live in Costa Rica" is uploading now! YEAH. It will premiere tonight at 8:15 EST. Sorry I'm a day late...had some unexpected things happen that took me away from my camera. Let me know how you enjoy this video and the next few videos...are for YOU. We'll go into detail about some of those places to give you even more information. Let us know if we can help you with anything else. The video link is here: ruclips.net/video/-meWjzKfqvs/видео.html
Hey A - I found an error in the video I did for you, so, I took it down and fixed it real quick. It is uploading now. The new video link is here: ruclips.net/video/-meWjzKfqvs/видео.html
When we go down to our house near Montezuma, I eat alot of Casadas. Typically Pollo. Their chicken is do fresh down there. Also Pizza from a small local chain called Henry's.
Yes...Casadas are a great way to taste the local flavor and the food most Ticos eat and they are the best prices if you want to save a bit of money. How is the Pizza there? I've yet to find a pizza that is similar to what I'm used to in the states...but I like a thick crust too....Can't find that in Costa Rica...or I haven't. Lol
Not sure about thicker crusts. The ones we get are in between thick and thin crust. We normally go once a week with our Gringo friends. There was the best Italian place a few blocks down, when we first started coming down. But he was fooling around with a local and his wife split. The restaurant closed, but it was the best Italian food I have ever had. Especially the Teramesu.
@@douglacoursiere2269 That's interesting...Next time we are there, we'll have to give it a try. Funny thing here... San Vito is founded by the Italians...but they must have forgotten how to cook pizza. We've ordered pizza there and it came out with American Singles as the cheese on top.??? I thought...WHAT ...maybe they were out of cheese? Lol Funny things happen in Costa Rica. Lol
We're glad you enjoyed the video....We have a NEW video every Thursday at 8:15 pm EST and sometimes an extra video during the week. Let us know what we can help you with. Enjoy!
Yes the food is great and if you want to kick it up, as Emeril would say, at most restaurants there will be Salsa Lizano and hot sauce available. Then there is food made with chili Panamanian pepper. Gallo pinto which is a national breakfast beans and rice staple and a casado for lunch. Another great video, and spectacular view from your table. Pura Vida
Many people are only use to seeing the beach communities and are surprised at the cooler temperatures. It's all about altitude. Leave the beach and travel up a mountain and it can be cold. We often wear light jackets especially at night.
Living in Costa Rica & Facts about Costa Rica nice, thank you so much. Only ever went as far as Arenal, proves my new 2nd home CR has so much to offer.
Do you guys live near San Isidro? We are looking to move from Florida to CR, would love to be up in some elevation for better / cooler weather, but also be able to see the ocean
Yes...we live in San Isidro, and love the cool weather, but you can’t see the ocean from here. But, if you ride the coast, you’ll see lots of mountains close enough to the ocean where you can enjoy cool temps and see the ocean. Those lots come at a premium....but if you are diligent in your search....you can find some good deals.
I’ve got a lot of info from you guys thanks. Another good one on food. Just a quick question is it safe to use motorbikes to get around everywhere. Do you have to be careful where you leave them eg. Restaurant or a night out.
YES, it is safe to use motorbikes. The first several years...we ONLY had a motorbike. YOU MUST BE observant. Like a lot of places...some drivers do NOT respect motorbikes.. You can lock the steering...so really no worries about any one stealing your bike. Your helmet...YES, if you have a nice one. Buy a carrying case to put on the back of your bike to lock up your helmet, rain gear, and misc things.
Some of our video footage and/or images are from prior to the pandemic...actual places we've lived or visited over the last 7 years. When making videos at present, we have tried to avoid capturing the masks when possible, but if you look closely (the "Food in Costa Rica 2020" video for example) you will catch glimpses of people wearing masks. At present, masks and social distancing are required. An exception is once seated in a restaurant to eat.
I agree totally....I'm a fan of good seasoned food and I am disappointed with the tico tipico food....very basic....I'm a fan more so of good mexican food from say like mexico....good street food which something u dont see in Costa rica.....I make sure I have my bottle of hot sauce with me at all times😂😂
Yes....you are right. Our biggest challenge when we feel like going out to eat is "Where do we want to go? Who had good tasting food?" It's hard to find...but, we've been to so many places...we have found a FEW places that have a couple of dishes that don't fall into the typical meals and taste good. Lol
@@Jthornton64 Great...we have new video every week. Most of the time...Thursday at 8:15 PM EST. Let us know if we can answer any questions or make a video about something you want to know about.
Sorry Jim....however, nothing FAKE about it...I am a Pastor and the way I talk is who I am. But, I appreciate your input. If I can figure out how to talk different...or find a different style...then MAYBE it will happen...but since this is who I am... Like Popeye says... I am what I am. Cheers.
Join us LIVE...when the video premieres and post your questions and comments. We'll be waiting on the other side...ready to answer your questions! We look forward to help you learn more about the Facts of Living in Costa Rica!
Great idea!!
I am from CR we eat very heathty that is why we do not use a lot of salt or other spicy things we try to keep it simple and natural like our beautiful country.
I agree...it is very healthy and that is one of the many reasons we came to Costa Rica.. We choose to live VERY HEALTHY. However, we do like some seasonings in our food. However, nothing wrong with plain healthy Costa Rica food. Thanks for your input.
aska...I've seen a lot of salt and lime used with a shot of guaro. LOL.
@@anthonylafayette4385 Yes...that is true.
Very entertaining and informative. Thanks for the good variety of restaurants and their menus. Well done video that educates anyone traveling to Costa Rica so they will not be surprised or overwhelmed with they arrived hungry in Costa Rica.
Thanks for your comment and input. Come join us for dinner.
Can you guys make a video on the best places to live in Costa Rica? But a detailed one please. Also which region are you in? That background is something divine.
Hey buddy, Thanks for your comment and YES, we sure can. We were just talking about doing some drive through type videos of some of the towns we've lived in, but I think doing a video like you described...."Best Places to live in Costa Rica" would be great. Tell me, what type of places are YOU thinking? Near beach, mountains, in the town, outskirts of the towns or city? At the moment, we live in Rivas...which is about 20 minutes outside of Perez Zeledon, San Isidro. You can see a map by going to this link: www.google.com/maps/place/Guadalupe,+San+Jos%C3%A9+Province,+Rivas,+Costa+Rica/@9.4190873,-83.6628266,13.73z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x8fa14bbb3746c7cd:0xbaba28db5b9e5079!8m2!3d9.4288038!4d-83.6461481
You may need to copy and paste it in google. Look forward to hearing back from you.
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica
Thanks for your reply bro, and please let me explain. I've been to CR just once for a week only, however I stayed in San Jose (hated it) and Santa Teresa (loved). From what I've noticed, the Pacific side is more to my liking, since I don't speak any Spanish and didn't get gringo priced.
Since I was only there for a week, I wanted to know more about the best places, ideally with more expats/foreigners such as Santa Teresa or Tamarindo, doesn't have to be on the beach.
PS- Nobody has done this, you should. You should warn newcomers to CR about the fact ATM's stop working at midnight.
@@TheAprizzle92 Thanks for your explanation. Good news for you...This Thursday, we talk about the "Cost of Living" next Thursday we will do a video for your special request. "Best Places to live in Costa Rica" So...make sure to tune in or if you haven't already, subscribe and hit the bell, so you will get notification when the video goes live.
By the way....what ATM at which BANK did you discover that the ATM shut down at midnight? CR does a lot of WEIRD things....and we'll be sure to create a video on the many STRANGE things that happen in Costa Rica and add that one to the list.
Hey A - the video you requested for "Best Places to Live in Costa Rica" is uploading now! YEAH. It will premiere tonight at 8:15 EST. Sorry I'm a day late...had some unexpected things happen that took me away from my camera. Let me know how you enjoy this video and the next few videos...are for YOU. We'll go into detail about some of those places to give you even more information. Let us know if we can help you with anything else. The video link is here: ruclips.net/video/-meWjzKfqvs/видео.html
Hey A - I found an error in the video I did for you, so, I took it down and fixed it real quick. It is uploading now. The new video link is here: ruclips.net/video/-meWjzKfqvs/видео.html
When we go down to our house near Montezuma, I eat alot of Casadas. Typically Pollo. Their chicken is do fresh down there. Also Pizza from a small local chain called Henry's.
Yes...Casadas are a great way to taste the local flavor and the food most Ticos eat and they are the best prices if you want to save a bit of money. How is the Pizza there? I've yet to find a pizza that is similar to what I'm used to in the states...but I like a thick crust too....Can't find that in Costa Rica...or I haven't. Lol
Not sure about thicker crusts. The ones we get are in between thick and thin crust. We normally go once a week with our Gringo friends. There was the best Italian place a few blocks down, when we first started coming down. But he was fooling around with a local and his wife split. The restaurant closed, but it was the best Italian food I have ever had. Especially the Teramesu.
@@douglacoursiere2269 That's interesting...Next time we are there, we'll have to give it a try. Funny thing here... San Vito is founded by the Italians...but they must have forgotten how to cook pizza. We've ordered pizza there and it came out with American Singles as the cheese on top.??? I thought...WHAT ...maybe they were out of cheese? Lol Funny things happen in Costa Rica. Lol
Casados
@@robertombricen7966 yes my Spanish sucks
GREAT VIDEO!!!
I HAVE SUBSCRIBED
We're glad you enjoyed the video....We have a NEW video every Thursday at 8:15 pm EST and sometimes an extra video during the week. Let us know what we can help you with. Enjoy!
Yes the food is great and if you want to kick it up, as Emeril would say, at most restaurants there will be Salsa Lizano and hot sauce available. Then there is food made with chili Panamanian pepper. Gallo pinto which is a national breakfast beans and rice staple and a casado for lunch. Another great video, and spectacular view from your table. Pura Vida
Thanks...yes the food is interesting but we do need to kick it up for us...but we’ve found many great places to eat.
I loved the cevice!!!
Thanks Brigitt....let us know how we can help you. Enjoy the channel
That video made me hungry.
I hope that was a good thing. Lol
We have a range of cuisine that we have eaten for 40+ years; vegetarian, pescatarian and vegan. And we LOVE spice! Thanks for the info.
Thanks for sharing!! We love flavored food too....Enjoy
Thanks for the Comprehensive view of eating out in CR. Good work.
Thank you...we enjoy being in Costa Rica!
THE BEST TO EAT IS THE SODAS FOOD HOME MADE GREAT FOOD, IS THE BEST FRESH FOOD, EXCELLENT VIDEO,
Thank you!So glad you enjoy it...
Super helpful thank you, very funny. I’m a salt fiend too, guess I’ll be asking for some when we eat out 😝
yes....very few places have I ever eaten at that I didn't need salt....Those places were all owned by Gringos. Lol
Now that's REALLY funny...I go by that Tipico resteraunt all the time on my way to walk along the Rio Pedrigoso!
I always find it funny....that they have such a strange name....Tipico. Lol
you guys are so awesome thank you
Our pleasure!
looks good to me! I like spicy but always ate well when I was in guatemala. I'm sure CR would be awesome!
Much to enjoy in Costa Rica!
Good job guys!
Thanks...so glad you enjoy the channel. Let us know if we can answer any questions.
I came here because of the thumbnail
Was it the food or the TITS that got your attention??? Lol
I lived 9 yeas in Costa Rica.
Food is
What do you think about the food in Costa Rica???
Woodfire roasted chicken is one my favorites!
I like anything woodfire roasted. YUM
What was the name of the open air restaurant/bar with the view of San Isidro? Would love to show my wife that view in person. Thanks!
That was Rudy's MIrador La Torre in San Isidro.
That's funny... I've been in that same resteraunt you opened with!
I've not tried that one yet....not much into fast food.
Even though the food is bland in Costa Rica, are there plenty of spices available to make it tasty?
At the restaurant...in most cases...you'll have to ask for salt. But you can buy all the spices you want in the stores...for when you cook yourself.
What area of CR is this that people are dressed like its cold? Sorry to sound ignorant...only used to beach communities..
Many people are only use to seeing the beach communities and are surprised at the cooler temperatures. It's all about altitude. Leave the beach and travel up a mountain and it can be cold. We often wear light jackets especially at night.
Living in Costa Rica & Facts about Costa Rica nice, thank you so much. Only ever went as far as Arenal, proves my new 2nd home CR has so much to offer.
@@bevh4408 Yes, I agree with you. CR has so much to offer and we have been very blessed to be able to travel and see so much of Costa Rica.
Do you guys live near San Isidro? We are looking to move from Florida to CR, would love to be up in some elevation for better / cooler weather, but also be able to see the ocean
Yes...we live in San Isidro, and love the cool weather, but you can’t see the ocean from here. But, if you ride the coast, you’ll see lots of mountains close enough to the ocean where you can enjoy cool temps and see the ocean. Those lots come at a premium....but if you are diligent in your search....you can find some good deals.
I’ve got a lot of info from you guys thanks. Another good one on food. Just a quick question is it safe to use motorbikes to get around everywhere. Do you have to be careful where you leave them eg. Restaurant or a night out.
YES, it is safe to use motorbikes. The first several years...we ONLY had a motorbike. YOU MUST BE observant. Like a lot of places...some drivers do NOT respect motorbikes.. You can lock the steering...so really no worries about any one stealing your bike. Your helmet...YES, if you have a nice one. Buy a carrying case to put on the back of your bike to lock up your helmet, rain gear, and misc things.
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica great thanks Allan. 😎🌴
@@chrisrobinson79 You bet
Why is it that NOBODY in your videos is wearing a mask?
Some of our video footage and/or images are from prior to the pandemic...actual places we've lived or visited over the last 7 years. When making videos at present, we have tried to avoid capturing the masks when possible, but if you look closely (the "Food in Costa Rica 2020" video for example) you will catch glimpses of people wearing masks. At present, masks and social distancing are required. An exception is once seated in a restaurant to eat.
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica and handwashing is mandated before entering all stores and restaurants.
I think Guanacaste has some bigger towns than San Isidro. Not sure
I love the way the question was answered about flavors and salt. Thank you guys, It it a true honor to have good people like you in my country. ♥️
Yes.....just need to understand Costa Rica food
Thanks so much!!!!
You're welcome! Glad you enjoy it....
I agree totally....I'm a fan of good seasoned food and I am disappointed with the tico tipico food....very basic....I'm a fan more so of good mexican food from say like mexico....good street food which something u dont see in Costa rica.....I make sure I have my bottle of hot sauce with me at all times😂😂
Yes....you are right. Our biggest challenge when we feel like going out to eat is "Where do we want to go? Who had good tasting food?" It's hard to find...but, we've been to so many places...we have found a FEW places that have a couple of dishes that don't fall into the typical meals and taste good. Lol
Personally I love tipico tico food
A lot of people love tipico tico food, but it's like anything, some love it, some don't.
Ha-Ha! Been in Bazookas! ''American as Apple Pie''!
Yes...one of our favorite for getting a good breakfast.
I enjoy more simple Russian food. But after marrying a costa rican its more beans and Lemmon hahaha
Yes....quite different....
I’m from Louisiana, I’ve been wanting to move there
That's awesome! We are from Louisiana and we love it here...NOW Is a good time to move.
Living in Costa Rica & Facts about Costa Rica I just found your channel today. I look forward to watching
@@Jthornton64 Great...we have new video every week. Most of the time...Thursday at 8:15 PM EST. Let us know if we can answer any questions or make a video about something you want to know about.
You'll be welcome in my beautiful country :-)
@@franciscobarrantes7150 :>)
Yoy
Yoy
In fact mexican whom came here usually say dont like the food.
That is interesting.
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica Costa Rica food and culture is more close to Colombia.
@@granospaz4156 Thanks
GOOD CONTENT BUT PLEASE LOSE THE FAKE PREACHER/ HACKEY RADIO PERSONALITY STYLE OF TALK.
Sorry Jim....however, nothing FAKE about it...I am a Pastor and the way I talk is who I am. But, I appreciate your input. If I can figure out how to talk different...or find a different style...then MAYBE it will happen...but since this is who I am...
Like Popeye says... I am what I am. Cheers.
@@OffTheGridHomesteadCostaRica All in fun buddy, keeping it light.
@@jimsaint671 no sweat....Enjoy the videos.