Gastronomy

In addition to a variety of fine cuisine and international gourmet restaurants in Bayahibe and La Romana’s resorts, enjoy typical Dominican cuisine based on local ingredients, fresh fish and traditional spices. 

Dominican food is strongly influenced by European and African cuisine. Regardless of your level of culinary sophistication, you will be delighted by the best Caribbean dishes born of this fusion of continents. The dumplings, yaniqueques (hot fried bread), coconut sweets, cheeses, fresh seafood, and tropical ingredients are the elements that distinguish the local cuisine.

At the same time, you can enjoy the finest dishes prepared by renowned local and international chefs and visited by celebrities from all over the world. 

InIn the local seaside fishing villages of Boca de Yuma, Bayahibe and La Caleta, among others, enjoy delicious dishes of fresh seafood that you can choose fresh yourself. Served with typical side dishes such as yucca (cassava), tostones (fried plantains), or sweet potato.

Pies, cupcakes, and sheet cakes made from cassava, banana, wheat flour, or corn are favorites as appetizers or snacks. Do not go home without having tasted all the numerous variations of delicious local delicacies.

For more details, check the restaurant guide.