Car Rental in Oranjestad

The local cuisine is characterized by a variety of seafood dishes. Local restaurants serve amazing lobsters and crayfish, various types of shrimp and shellfish, and some popular seaweed specialties. Fresh vegetables play a great role in local gastronomy, while some meat dishes began to be prepared in Oranjestad quite recently. A daily dish for locals is creamy pumpkin soup, which can be tasted in virtually all restaurants.

An original dish is crispy fried fish balls, which are typically prepared from cod or salmon. Among vegetable dishes, it is worth mentioning chickpea floor pancakes called "Cala". The most popular and widespread fish dish is Kerikeri that can be prepared from various types of fish and other seafood. Fish is simmered slowly with celery, green onions, basil, and other spices, which gives it a very rich taste.

An ideal light snack option is "Pastechi" pies that can be filled with meat or cheese. Dairy products are equally important in national gastronomy. In the vicinity of Oranjestad, they produce various types of cheese, which is subsequently used to make popular pastries and salads, as well as independent snacks.
The most common meat course is Stoba (lamb or goat stew). A much more original dish is miniature Ayaka rolls, which look pretty unusual. Among the variety of desserts available at Oranjestad restaurants and cafes, special attention should be paid to sweet pies with fresh fruit or jam. The traditional recipes of some pies are over a hundred years old.
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