Malena loves candy. And travel. And both together. And thus, this site was born.
This was a large doll available in the Masaya Market. It was entirely made of flavorless sugar, and was unbearably sweet. I felt sick after eating a tiny portion of it and can’t imagine that anyone is supposed to eat the entire thing. Perhaps it’s for display at weddings?
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It was raining in Masatepe. That wasn’t unusual. After all, I was visiting Nicaragua during the rainy season or more optimistically, “green” season. I had spent most my time of the two hour ride on the chicken bus wondering what I was going to do when I arrived, and now I had my answer: run for the nearest shelter. A kindly bookstore owner in Granada had directed me here, to the supposed nerve center of Nicaraguan candy, but I had no idea where to actually find the sweets. (more…)
Granada is a city that’s incredibly easy to just fall into and never want to leave. I spent more time there than anywhere else on my trip to date (21 days) and could have stayed longer. I loved it: the friendly Nicaraguans, all eager to talk to tourists; the brightly painted walls and doorways; the relaxed Oasis Hostel with a rotating cast of friendly travelers, lots of hammocks, and unlimited free internet access; the deliciously fattening gallo pinto and fresh cashews sold for a few quarters on the street; the flavorful fruit juices available by the bag. (more…)