By El Deber: Urucú We celebrate Camba cuisine, inspired by ancestral recipes with native ingredients such as urucú, avocado, tamarind, and achachairú. Camba Heart of Palm Salad with Avocado and Tomato A variation of our traditional salad with fresh ingredients Ingredients (4 servings) PreparationMix the heart of palm, avocado, tomato, onion, parsley, and optionally, some…
Tag: Bolivian food
Gastronomy: Equal or Better than Peru | Gastronomía: igual o mejor que Perú
By Oscar Antezana, El Día: The richness of Bolivian gastronomy is so vast that we often overlook its potential. As I mentioned in the article preceding this one, I speak from experience, having enjoyed Peruvian cuisine for nearly twenty years. The world surrendered to Peruvian ceviche; now it is time for it to discover the…
The Bicentennial: Let’s Celebrate and Value Our Gastronomy | El bicentenario: celebremos y valoremos nuestra gastronomía
By Oscar Antezana, El Día: No one, in their wildest imagination, could have thought Bolivia would celebrate its 200th anniversary in the mud. But if this August 17 we choose wisely, we can begin rebuilding our nation from its 201st year of independence. Not as the inept president called for, a “second independence”… though perhaps…
200 Years of Flavor: The Evolution of Food in Bolivia (1825–2025) | 200 Años de Sabor: La Evolución de la Comida en Bolivia (1825–2025)
By Bolivian Thoughts: In 2025, Bolivia celebrates 200 years of independence—not only a political milestone, but also a moment to honor our living culture. One of the richest and most diverse expressions of that culture is our food. Over two centuries, the diet of the Bolivian people has changed, evolved, and endured, reflecting who we…
Producers Attract “Agrotourists” and Native Foods | Productores atraen a los “agroturistas” y recuperan alimentos nativos
By Mirna Echave, Visión 360: Walks with Varied Activities Tourism, in partnership with farmers, is offering new experiences to travelers and better income to those who supply food for the city of La Paz. “The stops along the journey toward Illimani allow for views of the giant from different places.” —Photo: Katherine Fernández “Instead of…
What’s Happening with Native Potatoes in the Andean Region of Cochabamba? | ¿Qué pasa con las papas nativas en la región andina de Cochabamba?
By Luis Mamani, Opinión: The climate crisis is deeply affecting rural communities in Cochabamba’s Andean region, where people face tough choices between ancestral farming practices and unfamiliar alternatives. In recent years, locals say the land has grown arid and the streams have dried up. Each year, they feel the rains become scarcer, while droughts and…
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