Central American cuisine

Central American cuisine - Central American cuisine refers to the traditional styles of cooking from the Central American region, which includes countries like Mexico and Panama. Central American cuisine is known for its use of bold flavors and spices, such as chili and cumin, and for its incorporation of ingredients like maize, beans, and avocados. The cuisine also features dishes with Spanish, indigenous, and Afro-Caribbean influences.

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