Greetings from sunny Costa Rica.

[RichardBlank]

After reading a few threads, I wanted to introduce myself to this community. I look forward to sharing ideas with other forum members in regards to one of my favorite subjects, cooking. I have found many shows to be addictive and when I prepare a grand dinner for my girlfriend, I earn many points with her.

Happy cooking,


Richard





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[pdswife]

Welcome to our group. ENJOY!!!!

 

[RichardBlank]

pdswife,

Thanks for your reply and warm welcome.

Very well written.



Richard




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[sattie]

Hi Richard, welcome to the DC community!

 

[SunnyFL]

Love Costa Rica!

Hi Richard,

I'm kinda new here too.

I love Costa Rica -- only been once, but hope I get back someday. Where do you live?

Welcome!

Rosann/SunnyFL

 

[RichardBlank]

Thanks sattie, Nice to meet you.


Rosann.

Pura Vida. I live in Rohrmoser. 15 minutes outside of San Jose. Hopefully, you can make it back soon. I may have some good suggestions for you and the rest of the members.




Best regards,



Richard

 

[MexicoKaren]

Bienvenidos a Discuss Cooking, Richard. How do you enjoy living in Costa Rica? I'm sure you will find many friendly people here and lost of great ideas for your cooking projects.

 

[RichardBlank]

MexicoKaren

Costa Rica is pure paradise. Gallo Pinto "rice and beans" is a local favorite.

Hopefully, you can come and visit soon!



Richard




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[SunnyFL]

Tara

Hi Richard,

About 10 or so years ago, when my now husband and I visited San Jose (before embarking on a trip through parts of Costa Rica that I will never forget), he asked our hotel manager what was the most romantic place he could suggest for dinner. He said "TARA". So, we took a kind of scary cab ride up to the top of a mountain and ended up at this beautiful place, a white palatial building, hotel and restaurant, with beautiful grounds that had the most stunning view of the valley and San Jose's lights below. I think it was then that he decided to propose to me. It was almost surreal. We had a wonderful dinner and strolled the grounds taking in the scenery. VERY ROMANTIC. I think now that property has been sold and might be a totally different theme. Do you know where I mean?

Rosann

 

[MexicoKaren]

Richard, we plan to make it there one day soon. We know people who have retired there and love it.

 

[RichardBlank]

Rosann

Check out "the white house" in Escazu on Google and tell me what you think. There are many places that capture the moment.tabacon resort is another amazing place.

MexicoKaren

Pura Vida, the country's motto is "pure life."

 

[buckytom]

welcome richard.

you know, i've drawn you many times...

 

[cara]

welcome Richard ;o)

friend of us grew up in Costa Rica, she still sometimes goes there... but it's a looong way from here...

 

[RichardBlank]

buckytom:

The beauty of my last name is that it is easy to remember and tough to forget. Good to know you.

cara:

There are many Ticos everywhere that are cool people to know.Maybe you can come and visit soon. With the low airfares, it makes sense to take a long weekend here.

 

[cara]

I fear the journey would almost cost a weekend.... and the jet-lag... *nonono*

 

[SunnyFL]

White House

Richard,

The White House looks like Tara! I wonder if it's the same place, just renovated and with different owners. It is beautiful, and just as I remember the views.

And, we stopped at the Tabacon Resort too, on our way to Arenal.

I love your country!

Thanks,
SunnyFL/Rosann

 

[RichardBlank]

cara

One can always find the time. Ask Rosann how nice Tabacon.com was.

I have been to your country many times. Great times and great people.

 

[cara]

Richard,

but there are sooo many nice places much nearer ;o)
But maybe one time....