There is no doubt that all Chileans like them and if a visitor does not try one then he or she is missing out on the unique taste of tradition. In homes, popular cooking stalls and country houses, the Chilean empanada invites itself to be shared; the majority of times accompanied by a glass of red wine. They can […]
You may have heard of Cuba’s famous shredded beef dish, Ropa Vieja. Literally translated “old clothes,” the dish is much more appetizing than the name would lead you to believe. Also you might know it as “Carnitas” in other Latin American countries, but in Chile, we have a very similar dish that goes by the name […]
Ceviche it is served in Bacán Cafe Vientiane since September 2018, as a different and refreshing culinary proposal to present Chilean food in Laos, and it is one of the clients’ favorite options to date, because it is a perfect dish for hot days, as an appetizer, lunch or dinner with a glass of Chilean […]
Alfajores are a sweet sandwich cookie featuring a layer of dulce de leche or milk jam, in the middle of two sweet biscuits and coated with chocolate or sprinkled with coconut or powdered sugar. These sweet confections can be found throughout Latin America. The word alfajor stems from the Arabic al-hasú, which means filled or […]
The completo is a hot dog variation eaten in Chile, usually served with ingredients such as chopped tomatoes, avocados, mayonnaise, sauerkraut, a variation of the sauce américaine, Chilean chili, green sauce and cheese. Its size can be twice that of an American hot dog. The multiple combinations of the ingredients of the completo leads to […]
Cola de mono or Colemono, is a traditional Chilean drink served around Christmas time. It is similar to a White Russian. Although there are many versions of this drink, it contains mainly aguardiente, milk, sugar, coffee, and cloves. A virgin version can be made simply without the alcohol. The literal translation of Cola de Mono […]
Chorrillana is a Chilean dish consisting of a plate of french fries topped with different types of sliced meat, sausages and other ingredients. Most commonly scrambled or fried eggs, and fried onions. Because of its large size, it is usually served as a dish to share. There are several recipes for the chorrillana, depending on the restaurant and the chef. The base of beef and […]
On September 18, Chileans pull out their cowboy customs – and costumes – and fire up the grill to celebrate traditional culture, food and drink throughout the country. The best day of the year to be a Chilean is on September 18, and one of the best times to visit Chile is right about then, too. Independence […]