Chipa Paraguaya, a taste of Paraguay

Chipa Paraguaya, a taste of Paraguay

Chipa Paraguaya is one of the most traditional foods that can be found in Paraguay. It’s origins go back to long before the arrival of the Spanish in the region. The original chipa was the bread that was made by the Guarani who lived in the forests of the land...
Central bus terminal, Asuncion, Paraguay

Central bus terminal, Asuncion, Paraguay

Anyone arriving in Asuncion by bus of coach will more than likely find themselves at the Asuncion bus terminal. The terminal itself is located on the southern edge of Asuncion. From there almost all points across the country can be accessed. In addition being the...
The legend of the Cicada, Paraguay

The legend of the Cicada, Paraguay

In summer time the chirp of the cicada echos all across Paraguay. Having emerged from below ground and carried out one last moult these large insects make their presence known to all. Their distinctive sound whistles and buzzes far louder than any of the other sounds...
How I spent my Paraguayan  country Christmas

How I spent my Paraguayan country Christmas

This year as I do almost every year I spent my Christmas in Paraguay. In the countryside outside Piribebuy with my local friends. And as always it was an enjoyable time. Christmas here in Paraguay is in many ways different to that in northern latitudes. The scenery...
How I cook each day with firewood

How I cook each day with firewood

Almost every day my cooking at home is done with firewood. The exceptions being rainy days. On those days when all the firewood is wet a small electric oven makes a useful subsitute. Cooking with firewood is by the nature of the fuel a potentially messier business...