Andrew Zimern is the host of a show called Bizarre Foods which airs on the Travel Channel.  The show features Andrew sampling the strangest culinary delights that a country has to offer.  He decided to visit Nicaragua and sample some of our tastiest morsels.

Nicaraguan cuisine is varied in the different regions of the country.  Andrew samples a good mix of food from Matagalpa, Bluefields, Masaya, and Granada.   Unfortunately, he didn’t make it to San Juan del Sur. In the show he talks about how friendly and outgoing the people of Nicaragua are paints a beautiful picture of the country and it’s rich menu.  He certainly eats some of the strange dinner options we have in Nicaragua including: iguana, boa, armadillo, bull’s testicles and cheese with worms.

More than anything the show brings exposure to Nicaragua and brings Nicaraguan culture into the living room of millions of viewers around the world.

Take a peek at his blog on Nicaragua

Take a look at a video on food in Nicaragua

Whether you are visiting on vacation or in search of real estate in Nicaragua, everyone has to eat. We, here at Aurora Beachfront Realty, have compiled a list of the best food available in San Juan del Sur.

The Bambu Beach Club

San Juan del Sur’s newest spot is open daily from noon to 1 am, Bambu’s menu draws inspiration from Europe and Asia while maintaining a distinct Nicaraguan feel. The restaurant also offers a wide variety of cocktails and movie nights on Mondays and Thursdays. Bambu is located at the northern end of the beach in San Juan del Sur.

El Pozo

An eclectic American bistro serving cuisine made with fresh local Nicaraguan ingredients in a stylish, contemporary setting with a full service bar. Special sushi menu every Sunday. Open 6-11 pm, Wednesday-Monday. Located near the central market.

Josseline´s

This restaurant on the southern end of the beachfront road in San Juan del Sur serves up great seafood dishes including: shrimp, lobster, ceviche, fish, and calamari. They make great steamed clams as well. It is a worth a visit for lunch or dinner.

El Timon

If you are looking for typical Nicaraguan cuisine this is the spot. El Timon, meaning “the helm” is located at the end of the main road into town, directly on the beach. The landmark restaurant has been around so long it is used as the central point in describing addresses in the area. Their specialty is seafood and they serve all kinds.

La Cascada and La Canoa at Pelican Eyes

Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Daily lunch and dinner specials. Options include steak, lamb, fish, stir fry, pizza, salads, soups, sandwiches and more. Enjoy the 2×1 drink and appetizer specials during the Happy Hours (Wed. and Fri. from 5-8pm.) Located on the hill on the eastern side of town.

The list continues, check back soon.

Last week (april 18th - 19th), San Juan del Sur was proud to host the first Music Fest Nicaragua 2008. The inaugural community event brought thousands of people to our sleepy beach town to enjoy Nicaraguan art, culture, and music.

The two-day event opened on Friday night with Noche Urbana. DJ’s, graffiti artists, and breakdancers pleased the crowds and kicked off the event in style at the new San Juan del Sur Sports Park.

Saturday afternoon featured Arts in the Park, with local artists displaying their work on San Juan del Sur’s newly remodeled town square in front of the cathedral. Artists showed their paintings, photographs, ceramics, furniture, and jewelry while a jazz quartet played in the background.

The finale on Saturday right was a rollicking affair with Nicaraguan music groups & rock bands playing late into the night. We at Aurora are looking forward to helping Music Fest grow and we’re exited for next year’s event.