Rice is a high fiber food, it  high blood pressure regulator, rich in vitamins and a great source of energy. In Colombia, rice is essential in the accompaniment of meals.

In our country there are very popular and delicious rice, one of them is Chicken and rice, it is a recipe with a variety of flavors that includes chicken, peas, carrots, and more.

Another delicacy of Colombian gastronomy is «atollado» rice, a dish typical of the department of Valle del Cauca, it is a stewed rice that carries chicken, pork, different kinds of potatoes, vegetables and condiments. Served with patacones, hogao and chorizo.

A contribution of the Caribbean and Pacific region is Coconut Rice, a preparation based on white rice boiled in coconut milk, essential to accompany the Colombian sea food.

In our Restaurant La Pequeña Colombia Tampa, we have prepared for you, Chicken and rice, accompanied with sweet bananas. You can also find «Arroz marinero» or Rice with shrimp, preparations of great nutritional value, accompanied with ripe or tostones. And to finish with a dessert, you can order the Rice with milk, that will give the unforgettable closure for the palate.

In Colombia we began our Christmas celebrations on December 7, «La noche de las velitas», in commemoration of the religious feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary. On this night, families gather, with lanterns and candles to light them outside the houses, the streets are decorated with lights and the lights express color and joy.

From December 16 to 24 is the «Novena de Aguinaldos», nine days gathered around the manger to pray, sing carols and enjoy the joy of these holidays.

Christmas Eve is a great party, accompanied by music and dancing and Night New Year’s Eve, december 31, is said goodbye with smiles and good wishes.

Families share Christmas snacks such as buñuelos, natillas, cookies, «dulce de manjar blanco» and «dulce cortado».

We invite you to remember these dates in The Little Colombia Restaurant.