Puerto Rican food is a bold, unique blend of Latin, African, and Caribbean cuisine, using both native ingredients and imported elements. Often high in fat and sugar, this cuisine is as prominent on calories as it is on flavor. Whether just visiting or an Island regular, you’re sure to experience food and drink that you’ll not soon forget, and that might kick-start start some serious cravings lasting long after you’ve left.
Cuisine influence: Latin, African, and Caribbean.
National drink: Piña Colada.
National food: Mofongo (mashed plantains).
National fruit: Guava (unofficial).
Tips: 15%.
Sales tax: 11.5%.
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