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Isabela celebrates the 17th edition of the Isabela tiene Sabor food festival

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La Plaza de Recreo de Isabela will be the gathering point this Nov. 1 and 2 for Isabela tiene Sabor, an event now in its 17th edition, combining gastronomy, music and culture that highlights the flavors of the northwest.

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🍴 Local cuisine and culinary talent

Over the weekend, visitors and residents can enjoy dishes prepared by local chefs and restaurants.

  • Among the participants are La Chancleta de Maíz, Chef Tino's Table, Juan del Pueblo, La Crème, Burger 662, Three Brothers, Catering Express, Echando Raíces, María Cruz – La Chulín and El Patio del Indio.

  • The event will also feature live culinary demonstrations, led by Chef Tino, Chef Michael Vélez, Chef Miraida Avilés, Chef Beatriz Rivera, Chef Luis Cosme, Chef Carlos Toro and Chef Rafael Grau.

Each presentation will give the public a chance to learn techniques and approaches inspired by the cuisine of the northwest.

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🎶 Music and live performances

The musical lineup includes a varied roster of artists and groups such as Joey Medina, Grupo Esencia, Xavier Barreto y En su Punto, Decimanía, Café para Tres, Victoria Sanabria, José Santiago, Encuentro de Trovadores, Bomba con Trovadores, Luminaria and José Nogueras.

"Each edition of Isabela tiene Sabor lets us show the best of our culture and bring the community together," said Mayor Miguel "Ricky" Méndez.

🗓️ Weekend Itinerary Saturday, November 1 2:00 p.m. – Joey Medina 4:00 p.m. – Demo Kitchen 5:00 p.m. – Grupo Esencia 6:00 p.m. – Xavier Barreto y En su Punto 7:00 p.m. – Demo Kitchen 8:00 p.m. – Decimanía 9:30 p.m. – Café para Tres 10:30 p.m. – Victoria Sanabria
💡 [platea tip]: Sunday, November 2 12:00 p.m. – José Santiago 1:30 p.m. – Demo Kitchen 2:00 p.m. – Encuentro de Trovadores 4:00 p.m. – Demo Kitchen 5:00 p.m. – Bomba con Trovadores 6:00 p.m. – Luminaria 7:00 p.m. – Demo Kitchen 8:00 p.m. – José Nogueras

🌅 A weekend to celebrate the local

Isabela tiene Sabor invites the public to enjoy good food, music and community in the heart of the town.

📍 Where: Plaza de Recreo de Isabela 📆 When: Saturday, Nov. 1, and Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025 🎟️ Free admission

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