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One of the easiest traps in Cartagena is choosing a restaurant simply because it has a beautiful table in a famous plaza.
Yes, the location may be spectacular. But a great view doesn’t always mean great food — and some of the most memorable meals in Cartagena happen away from the most photographed streets.
My advice…
If you want to taste something truly local in Cartagena, try a carimañola — a fried yuca pastry traditionally filled with meat or cheese. It’s a simple dish, but it tells you a lot about Caribbean Colombian food: generous, flavorful and made for everyday life.
My tip? Don’t look for the fanciest restaurant. Try one…
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