Cuisine

The food of Panama, being a bridge between two continents, is another form of melting pot represented in the cuisines. Cooking with a broad array of vegetables, tropical fruits, and herbs. The flavors of the cuisines are varied due to the techniques, ingredients, and recipes contributed by the diverse people.

This is when herbs and spices like cinnamon and ginger were first employed, and it is still used today. They provide the true flavor of the food that we eat today. Coconut rice, fried and marinated fish, cod, and fried plantains are all products of Afro-Antillean influence. With a foundation of native roots, a variety of freshwater and saltwater seafood, herbs and spices, and a variety of cooking methods derived from a mix of civilizations, the cuisines are flavorful.

The distinctive fusion cuisines of Panama are born here, combining components from many civilizations from across the world. Unfortunately, despite all of the facts and culinary history, Panama is not considered a gastronomic center like Peru or Mexico.