![]() From colorful shirts, to tie-dyed pants, from keychains to mousepads and pens, you can’t go wrong buying your friends and family “pura vida” souvenirs. “Pura Vida” souvenirs: The national slogan literally translating to “pure life” can be found on every sort of product imaginable.Perhaps the most famous shopping area for Costa Rican souvenirs is at the Artisan Market in San José, where you’ll find both commercial and handmade items. Costa Rica: I’ve been there!: From the grocery store and the airport to tour companies and restaurants, you will be hard-pressed to miss the opportunity to buy something with “Costa Rica” on it.And, if not, they at least make cool souvenirs. Their meaning and what they represent may even mark your soul in a way that cannot be undone. There are a few symbols and phrases that you will see everywhere throughout your trip. This treat is not only incredibly tasty, but thanks to the high cacao bean content it’s actually good for you, too! Try chocolate combined with unexpected flavors like ginger and even chili for something unique and delicious. Found natively in the jungles here, it is no surprise that Costa Rica has some exceptional chocolate. Chocolate: Cacao beans are an official ‘superfood’ and a favorite treat of many jungle animals.Since its creation, the sauce has become a staple of Costa Rican homes. The trick is, of course, in its secret recipe which the Lizano family has been able to maintain for generations. Salsa Lizano: This rich vegetable sauce reminds some of American and British steak sauces, but few are ever able to say exactly what is it they find so addictive about its tangy, spicy flavor.A clever way to take it home is buying it in bags made out of natural fiber which often have colorful motifs like landscapes, butterflies or hummingbirds. This unofficial national drink of choice is found everywhere and at all times. ![]()
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