PuraVida Plates

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Tasty Plates

A colorful glimpse into Costa Rica’s vibrant home-cooked meals.

A metal oval dish contains a colorful meal with chunks of green avocado, cooked chickpeas, shredded cheese, and plantain chips, topped with a creamy sauce and garnished with herbs. Another dish filled with various cooked vegetables, such as potatoes and sweet potatoes, is partially visible in the foreground. Both dishes rest on a rustic wooden table beside a spoon.
A wooden platter features a variety of grilled vegetables and meats, including zucchini, red bell peppers, and onions, topped with a colorful salsa. Accompanying the main dish are fried plantains and crispy yuca fries.
A variety of traditional Mexican dishes on a tray, placed on a decorative tiled table. Clay bowls are filled with ingredients such as shredded cabbage and colorful squash blossoms, accompanied by other items like seasoned meat and sauces. The vivid colors and textures contribute to an inviting and vibrant presentation.
A plate of pasta topped with a rich, red tomato-based sauce containing vegetables and possibly meat. Accompanying the pasta and sauce are golden brown fried plantains arranged neatly on the side.

Costa Rican Flavors

A white plate holds a serving of fried plantains accompanied by a colorful scrambled eggs mixture that includes chopped green peppers, tomatoes, and onions.
Start your day with the classic Costa Rican breakfast, Gallo Pinto.
A wooden table holds a rustic plate filled with a variety of foods. In the center, there are grilled beef strips accompanied by vibrant plantain slices, yellow fried slices, and grilled cheese. Surrounding this are small bowls filled with rice and beans, a cabbage and carrot coleslaw, and a separate spicy vegetable mixture. The presentation is colorful and appetizing.
Enjoy the zesty, refreshing flavors of traditional Costa Rican ceviche.
An array of dishes featuring various foods is presented on a dark surface scattered with rice grains. The dishes include grilled fish garnished with slices of tomato and onion, a richly spiced meat stew with vegetables, a plate featuring fried eggs and cut vegetables, and a dish containing chapati with leafy greens and sliced tomatoes. Fresh ingredients such as a whole lime, an onion, ginger, a coconut, and various chilies accompany the setup, adding vibrant colors and fresh appeal.
Enjoy the zesty, refreshing flavors of traditional Costa Rican ceviche.

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A rustic wooden table displays a vibrant, traditional meal on an ornate brown ceramic plate. The dish includes a serving of white rice, colorful sautéed bell peppers, and onions, alongside avocado slices and mixed greens. A separate napkin holds slices of bread and corn tortillas. A glass of a dark red beverage garnished with a slice of lime is also visible.

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