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National Pacamara Coffee Day Honors a Coffee Variety Developed in El Salvador
National Pacamara Coffee Day falls on March 23 every year in El Salvador. The date honors a coffee variety developed in the country and recognizes the people who grow it. If you’ve ever seen Pacamara on a café menu, you … Read more
Tamal Festival of San Pedro Perulapán: A Celebration of Salvadoran Food
Imagine arriving in a Salvadoran town where the aroma of freshly prepared tamales fills the streets, and you have the delightful task of choosing among the various options crafted by local cooks. That’s part of the experience at the Tamal … Read more
El Salvador Passport Ranking: How Powerful Is the Salvadoran Passport in 2026?
According to the 2026 Henley Passport Index, El Salvador passport ranks 37th among the most powerful passports. It also ranks 4th in Central America and 11th in Latin America. That position places El Salvador comfortably within the stronger half of … Read more
El Salvador Street Foods: A Tasty Guide to Local Favorites and Snacks
Some of El Salvador’s best food doesn’t come from restaurants; in fact, it comes from the streets. These tasty street foods are easy to find on street corners, at local markets, and from street vendors. There is no right or … Read more
San Lorenzo Loroco Festival 2026: Food, Culture, Music, Fun, and Local Flavors
San Lorenzo is getting ready for a flavorful celebration as the 2026 Loroco Festival returns on Sunday, September 20. The event will take place in San Lorenzo, a district of Ahuachapán Norte. Now in its 11th edition, the festival celebrates … Read more
Savoring Salvadoran Pupusas: The Heart and Soul of Salvadoran Cuisine
Salvadoran Pupusas are one of the first foods you should try when exploring El Salvador’s cuisine. These thick, handmade tortillas are stuffed with cheese, beans, chicharrón, loroco, and other fillings, then cooked on a hot comal. More than a meal, … Read more
IUDOP Survey Finds Majority of Salvadorans Feel Hopeful About Country’s Direction in 2026
Entering 2026, Salvadorans feel optimistic, according to a new national survey that suggests public sentiment is hopeful despite lingering economic concerns and political debate. A recent study by the Institute of Public Opinion (IUDOP) at the José Simeón Cañas Central … Read more