CHILE
As the world’s longest and narrowest country, with borders defined by the Andes and the Pacific Ocean, Chile offers a variety of flavors. Fish and seafood dominate the local cuisine.
Chile is also the biggest producer of Cabernet Sauvignon wine, behind France. Read below for more amazing local and traditional Chilean foods and drinks.
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10 Best Wine Tours in Santiago: A Guide To Chilean Wine Tasting
Chile is one of the most important wine producers in South America. Taking wine tours in Santiago Chile is one of the best ways to discover the wine regions and the unique wines. While in Chile, we visited several wineries across the country and were amazed by the diversity and quality of the wines. To…
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Best Seafood in Valparaiso Chile: Where and What to Eat
Valparaiso by the Pacific Ocean is a culinary destination not to miss in Chile. Valparaiso seafood is known throughout for the abundance of local treasures from the ocean. In addition to being Chile’s second largest city, Valparaíso’s historic zone is also a Unesco World Heritage Site. While there is a lot to see and explore,…
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10 Authentic South American Dishes You’ll Want To Try (With Recipes)
Authentic South American dishes will delight you as you travel to see sights like Machu Picchu, Iguazu Falls, Patagonia, or the beautiful Andes Mountain range. We spent almost six months traveling around and exploring the authentic dishes and local specialties of Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, and Peru. The South American kitchen is vast and consists of…
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Chilean Wine Regions: 15 Top Wineries You’ll Want To Visit
Impressive wines are coming out of Chile wine regions, with producers focusing on sustainability and the pursuit of wine excellence. Wine producers are moving beyond consistent wine at affordable prices to making some of the best wines in the world. While exploring authentic food specialties in Chile, we were impressed by the wines we tasted…
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Surprising Atacama Food of The Desert: Top 10 Foods And Restaurants to Eat Them
Atacama desert is home to various plants and herbs used in traditional Andean recipes. While exploring the local cuisine in San Pedro de Atacama, we were surprised and impressed by the creativity and flavors of the food. Chefs and cooks we met, proudly bring the flavors of the desserts to guests at their restaurants. On…
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Paila Marina Recipe: How To Make The Most Popular Chilean Fish Stew
This paila marina recipe is for a traditional Chilean seafood stew that cooks under 15 minutes. Rich and flavorful, simply toss in a mix of fish, shellfish, white wine, fish broth and serve it hot. Savor Chile with this impressive soup that is quick and easy to pull together. What is Paila Marina? Paila marina…
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15 Popular Chilean Dishes Worth Trying: Favorite Food In Chile
Traditional Chilean food is shaped by the terrain and climate of the country. All along the Pacific Ocean coastline, fish and seafood dominate. As you approach the Andes mountain range and the Atacama desert, you’ll find Chilean cuisine unique to those areas. In addition to the diverse Chile food, the country is also the largest…
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Borago with Rodolfo Guzman: Top Restaurant in Santiago Chile – Review
Our quest to understand Chile’s culinary diversity and unique specialties led us to Borago in Santiago. Borago restaurant is famous for cooking with indigenous Chilean ingredients. If you are looking for the best restaurant in Santiago Chile, Borago should certainly be at the top of your list. Here’s what to expect at Borago, Chile on…
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12 Most Authentic Chilean Seafood Dishes You’ll Want To Try
Chile is the world’s longest and narrowest country with its borders defined by the Andes Mountain and Pacific Ocean. The coast line runs from the tropics to the wintery southern tip which means there is a staggering amount of Chilean seafood. Not just fish, but a huge variety of seafood. While exploring the authentic and…
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10 Surprising Exotic Chilean Fruits You’ll Want To Taste
Discovering Chilean fruits at the local farmers markets in Chile was one of the highlights of our trip to the country. This southernmost country in the world is home to diverse ecosystems with the Pacific ocean, Andes and the Atacama desert. The unique geography and mico climates makes it a top agricultural producer of fruits,…
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3 Maipo Valley Wineries for the Best Santiago Wine Tours
Maipo Valley is one of the most prestigious and traditional wine regions in Chile. Because of its proximity to the nation’s capital, Santiago wine tours are extremely popular. Maipo valley wineries are renowned for producing exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon wines. Many of Chile’s top red wines come from Maipo Valley, an area described as the “Bordeaux…
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Chilean Pisco Sour: How to Make It at Home
Love at first sip, this Chilean Pisco Sour recipe is one of the simplest cocktails to make. Aromatic and fruity simply mix three parts Pisco, with one part each of sugar syrup, lime juice, and ice. What is Chilean Pisco Sour? Chilean Pisco Sour is considered Chile’s National Spirit. Neighboring Peru, also has its own…
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How to Make Pan Seared Sea Bass With the Best Chilean Sauce
Bring a taste of Chile to your dinner table with this healthy and easy to make pan-seared sea bass recipe with Chilean pebre sauce. What is Chilean Sea Bass? Chilean sea bass is one of the most popular fish in the world, known for its refined quality. It is caught in the Southern Ocean deep…
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How To Make Pebre – A Delicious Chilean Sauce
Pebre is a Chilean sauce made with cilantro, chopped onion, olive oil, garlic, chile peppers as well as chopped tomatoes. Similar to salsa, this Pebre recipe adds a nice bite to your meals. What is Chilean Pebre? Chilean pebre is a spicy condiment you’ll find on virtually all tables in Chile. One of the unique…
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6 Famous Chilean Drinks To Experience Like A Local
You may already know, Chile produces excellent wines, especially red wines, with a growing reputation every year. Beyond wines, you’ll find an amazing array of local Chilean drinks. Our quest for authentic food in Chile took us across the entire country. From the Pacific Ocean to the Atacama desert, we explored the local Chilean food…