Nicaragua Going Out
Food and Drink
Things to know: There are a number of cheap but good restaurants/bars (coreders) where beer, often the cheap local brand, is available. At the other end of the scale, the 4- and 5-star hotels have sophisticated restaurant/bars with a choice of international cuisine and beverages.
National specialities:
• Gallopinto (fried rice and pinto beans).
• Mondongo (tripe soup).
• Picadillo (shredded beef dish).
• Ajiaco (pork and tortilla dish).
• Rosquillas (a type of cheese and cornmeal biscuit).
National drinks:
• Fresh tropical fruit juice.
• Chicha de maíz and de jengibre (fermented corn or ginger drink).
• Tiste (corn and cocoa drink).
Tipping: 10 to 15% is customary in hotels and restaurants. This is sometimes included in the bill.
Nightlife
Elsewhere, there's a variety of nightlife on offer, from lively beachside bars to busy city nightclubs.
Shopping
Shopping hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1900, Sat 0900-1800.
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