Food and Drinks
Gastronomic Festivals in El Salvador: Tradition, Flavor, Fun, and Community
The Gastronomic Festivals in El Salvador showcase Pupusas, tamales, fruits, and drinks, uniting locals and tourists through food. These events keep Salvadoran culinary traditions alive and give a broader understanding of El Salvador’s Culture. These types of events not only … Read more
National Pupusa Day: Exploring the Heart of El Salvador’s Culinary Heritage
National Pupusa Day is a Salvadoran national holiday celebrated on the second Sunday in November. The National Day of Pupusas pays tribute to one of the country’s most beloved culinary treasures: the pupusa. This day is more than a simple … Read more
CNN Travel Honors Pupusas: El Salvador’s National Dish Among the World’s 50 Best Breads
Few national dishes capture the soul of a nation like the Salvadoran Pupusa. Simple yet profound, it embodies centuries of Salvadoran tradition and culture—and now, it’s earning global applause. CNN Travel recently placed Pupusas among the “50 of the world’s … Read more
Explore the San Rafael Obrajuelo Pork Festival: A Feast of Chicharrones, Soups, and Salvadoran Street Food
The aroma of roasted pork will once again fill the streets of San Rafael Obrajuelo this Sunday, October 19, as the town celebrates one of its most anticipated traditions—the San Rafael Obrajuelo Pork Festival. This lively gastronomic event blends culinary … Read more
El Salvador Drinks: A Guide to the Refreshing Side of Salvadoran Cuisine
El Salvador Drinks capture the country’s essence—bright, sweet, and full of life. From tropical juices to aromatic coffee, these beverages reveal the refreshing soul of Salvadoran cuisine, where every sip reflects heritage and climate. Traditional Salvadoran drinks mirror the nation’s … Read more
Chorizo Festival in Cojutepeque: A Celebration of Salvadoran Flavor
Few things capture the heart of Salvadoran identity like food—and few foods capture it better than the famous chorizo festival in Cojutepeque. Every December, this city in the department of Cuscatlán transforms into a lively hub of aroma, color, and … Read more
2025 Jocote Corona Fair: Food, Culture & Views at Cerro Verde National Park “October 4-5”
Every year, Salvadorans eagerly await the harvest of one of the country’s most unique fruits: the jocote corona. Sweet, tangy, and crowned with its distinctive shape, this small fruit inspires not just dishes but entire celebrations. In 2025, the Jocote … Read more