Canoa Beach, on the wild north Pacific coast of Ecuadore
You know your half a world away when the local Pelicans are as numerous as sparrows, Manta Fish Market
Early Morning Dorade for sale at Manta Fish Market by the Beach
Early Morning Catch on the beach at Beach & Fish Market, Manta
Central Market, Esmeraldas
Local butchers, Manta
Ludo in da hud, back streets of Manta
Manta, the tuna capital of Ecuador.
Old Colonial Buildings, Esmeraldas
Ceviche Stall, Canoa Beach
Hotel Makana near Atacames
Walking the cows at Playa Cristal
Truly melt in the mouth! Galapagos squat lobster with saffron source at Martinica Restaurant, Manta
Class 'A' Tuna & Foiegras with panela Sauce (raw cane sugar), a really delicious combination of flavours
Chef and owner Omar Rivadeneira, runs the friendly and unassuming Martinica Restaurant in Manta. Probably the best in Ecuador
Chocolate cake with chocolate ganache, honey & rose water created by the lovely ladies at Muya Cocina Gourmet (Montecristi Chocolate), Manta
Camotillo Frito (Fried Fish served with plantains & rice salad) at Hotel Makana near Atacames
Corviche (Crochettes of Tuna, peanuts & plantain) at Montechristi Golf Club
Cariveno grenadilla (lime, mint, pineapple & vodka) at Playa Cristal
Encocado or cocnut soup with prawns and black clams at Playa Cristal