But when you find out that there is a new place, where you can find something different... something super yummy - and somewhat reminiscent of what you are used to having before -- that is reason to CELEBRATE!
We have found one such place right here in Puerto Plata!
Technically, it's a few different places. It's called the "Chill & Food Zone" right in the center of town. They are the FIRST Food Park of Puerto Plata. They have several trucks with so many offerings.... We got empanadas, loaded fries, burgers, grilled to order meats and there is a new truck offering sweet treats.
Our favorites are EmpaTodos (empanadas) and Los Pana (they offer these amazing loaded fries!!... AMAZING!!) We've had La Americana empanada - ground beef, cheddar cheese and bacon -- it's a cheese burger in an empanada. We've also had La Chama - shredded beef, mozzarella cheese and a fried sweet plantain.
Now, let me explain to you these loaded fries.... THESE LOADED FRIES!!! They are called Cualquier Cosa and have chicharron, bacon, BBQ sauce and melty cheese on top. Oh My!! They are delish!!!
Now, we've only been there twice, and have only eaten at those two places (and the girls had a burger from one of the burger spots), but we can't seem to try the other places!
We totally need to take more pictures... I have posted a few pictures here. I'm sure we'll take some more when we go back.
Now, don't get me wrong, we love the typical Dominican dishes we get here... especially 'plato del dia' places (plate of the day). But it's nice to have something different.
ENJOY the pictures... and we'll be sure to take you here when you come visit!!