Santo Domingo is the capitol city of the Dominican Republic, a Caribbean nation on the island of Hispaniola. Like many of the countries in the Caribbean, the Dominican has a long history of Spanish colonialism. Plantation houses can still be seen in the back country, and so many aspects of Dominican culture bear the influence of Spanish culture. Language is the most obvious, as the Dominican has its own unique dialect of Spanish.
Yet it is the cuisine that is most intriguing, as it has managed to maintain strong elements of other cultural influences once present on the island. African slaves brought to work the plantations have added their own traditions to the food. The indigenous peoples have also made a mark. Thus, the unique blend of ethnic traditions has made for a delightful national cuisine.
At the corner of Calle Manuel de Jesus in Santo Domingo, is the finest restaurant in the city: Don Pepe. World renowned travel review service Frommer's, has said Don Pepe is one of the "grandest and most nostalgic colonial Spanish restaurants in Santo Domingo". As a popular spot for local dignitaries, diplomats and wealthy business people, the accolades are certainly not overstated. The decor is elegant, with linens and simple contemporary furnishings. Yet guests do not come for the decor, they come for the food! The glorious, wonderful, decadent food of colonial-era Spain!
The signature dish for Don Pepe is zarzuela de mariscos, a shellfish stew. True to the Portuguese and Spanish style, it is brewed to perfection with all manner of local shellfish, added to the stew in the shell of course. There are also various forms of paella, making the classic Spanish dish a true work of art. Caribbean lobster is a specialty at Don Pepe, and can be prepared any way the guest requests; grilled, poached, baked, even sauteed if so desired. Red peppers stuffed to perfection with imported pink salmon and salsa verde will take your breath away!
The wonderful thing about fine dining while on vacation is it adds a cherry to the top if an already marvellous experience. To step out in your finest evening wear and partake in the best culinary experience the city has to offer, well that would be the makings of memories to last a lifetime! Enjoy the tastes and smells of the food, make it last and try not to look at the total when the bill is brought to the table. Just sign and ignore. Only remember the food, the glorious food!
Yet it is the cuisine that is most intriguing, as it has managed to maintain strong elements of other cultural influences once present on the island. African slaves brought to work the plantations have added their own traditions to the food. The indigenous peoples have also made a mark. Thus, the unique blend of ethnic traditions has made for a delightful national cuisine.
At the corner of Calle Manuel de Jesus in Santo Domingo, is the finest restaurant in the city: Don Pepe. World renowned travel review service Frommer's, has said Don Pepe is one of the "grandest and most nostalgic colonial Spanish restaurants in Santo Domingo". As a popular spot for local dignitaries, diplomats and wealthy business people, the accolades are certainly not overstated. The decor is elegant, with linens and simple contemporary furnishings. Yet guests do not come for the decor, they come for the food! The glorious, wonderful, decadent food of colonial-era Spain!
The signature dish for Don Pepe is zarzuela de mariscos, a shellfish stew. True to the Portuguese and Spanish style, it is brewed to perfection with all manner of local shellfish, added to the stew in the shell of course. There are also various forms of paella, making the classic Spanish dish a true work of art. Caribbean lobster is a specialty at Don Pepe, and can be prepared any way the guest requests; grilled, poached, baked, even sauteed if so desired. Red peppers stuffed to perfection with imported pink salmon and salsa verde will take your breath away!
The wonderful thing about fine dining while on vacation is it adds a cherry to the top if an already marvellous experience. To step out in your finest evening wear and partake in the best culinary experience the city has to offer, well that would be the makings of memories to last a lifetime! Enjoy the tastes and smells of the food, make it last and try not to look at the total when the bill is brought to the table. Just sign and ignore. Only remember the food, the glorious food!
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