Menu

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 Welcome to a taste of paradise, where the fresh, vibrant flavors of Costa Rica meet the warm, welcoming hospitality of Canada.

 All bookings include your choice of a Continental Breakfast and/or a choice of Eggs made to order, Bacon, Home Fried Potatoes, or Fluffy Pancakes with Maple Syrup. 

If you have booked an inclusive retreat stay with us, it will include personally crafted and prepared meals that celebrate local ingredients, sustainability, and the simple joy of a perfectly cooked meal.  

These are suggestions for a seven-day inclusive stay at Lagunas Sunshine. You can follow this menu or request specific options and exclude others, based on the length of your stay and your preferences. We can accommodate most dietary needs, but please provide advanced notice. 

 A warm welcome to Costa Rica. After you settle in, join us for a relaxing evening designed to ease you into the rhythm of the jungle with flavours that are simple, fresh, and utterly delicious. 

Arrival Cocktail & Appetizer: Guaro Sour. A zesty and refreshing welcome with Costa Rica’s national sugarcane spirit. Crispy Patacones. Twice-fried green plantain rounds served with a savoury, house-made refried black bean dip. 

Dinner: Grilled Local Mahi-Mahi (Dorado) or Sea Bass, served with fragrant Coconut Rice and crisp-tender Garlic Green Beans. 

Dessert: A platter of the Seasonal Tropical Fruits.  
 
 

 A cozy taste of Canada with a tropical twist. Tonight is a nod to our heritage, blending comforting northern flavours with the bounty of our new tropical home. Served with fresh ground local coffee, tea, and fresh Fruit.  

Afternoon Cocktail & Appetizer: The "Dominical Caesar," Canada's iconic cocktail with a coastal flair, served with a Whipped Feta & Honey Dip and toasted baguette. 

Dinner: Grilled Pork Chop with Tamarindo-Maple Glaze, accompanied by creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes and sweet Honey-Glazed Carrots. 

Dessert: Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon, served with homemade vanilla ice cream.  
 

 A celebration from the Pacific Ocean. Tonight, we honour our proximity to the sea with a menu that is bright, zesty, and bursting with flavour.   

Afternoon Cocktail & Appetizer: A Classic Margarita on the Rocks, perfectly balanced with fresh lime. This is paired with Fresh Fish Ceviche, where cubes of local sea bass are "cooked" in lime juice and tossed with red onion, sweet pepper, and cilantro. 

Dinner: Jumbo Shrimp in Garlic & White Wine, sautéed in a rich, bubbling sauce. Served with a simple House Salad and plenty of Crusty Bread for dipping. 

Dessert: Cacao Chip Cookies. A Costa Rican version of chocolate chip cookies made from our own Cacao plant.    

  Our casual yet sophisticated take on a Costa Rican "parrillada" (barbecue). We're firing up the grill for a smoky, savoury feast that celebrates the joy of open-fire cooking. 

Afternoon Cocktail & Appetizer: An ice-cold Pilsner or Imperial Beer, served alongside Elote Asado, grilled corn on the cob slathered in lime butter and salty crumbled cheese. 

Dinner: Glazed BBQ Ribs. Fall-off-the-bone pork ribs, slow-cooked and finished on the grill with Adam's own zesty, creamy sauce. Served with classic Gallo Pinto and a tangy Cabbage/Carrot Slaw.

Dessert: Fresh Lemon Curd with Mint. A simple and elegant dessert. Ali's signature Lemon Curd, served chilled with fresh local mint, is a perfect finish to a rich BBQ meal.    

 A vegetarian-focused evening celebrating the edible landscape of the Costa Ballena. This menu is centred around the gifts of the garden.    

Afternoon Cocktail & Appetizer: A refreshing "Hierbabuena" Mojito, made with local mint. This is paired with a classic Mushroom & Garlic Bruschetta. Toasted baguette slices are rubbed with garlic, then topped with a warm, savoury mixture of sautéed local mushrooms and herbs.

Dinner: Simple & Elegant Lemony Pasta (Pasta al Limone). A surprisingly creamy pasta dish that shines through its simplicity. Finished with fresh basil and black pepper, it's bright, fresh, and delicious. 

Dessert: Rich Chocolate & Coconut Cream Pots.   It’s pure, velvety indulgence 

(Or homemade ice cream)

 A tribute to the land and the fire that brings it to life. Tonight, we celebrate the harvest with a menu that is hearty and rooted in tradition.

Afternoon Cocktail & Appetizer: A refreshing Gin & Tonic with fresh rosemary and starfruit. A crisp and cool salad of thinly sliced chayote with lime and cilantro. ∙

Dinner: Chicken and steak kabobs, grilled to perfection with peppers and onions, served with a medley of roasted local root vegetables like sweet potato, yucca, and carrots. ∙

Dessert: A silky, smooth, and classic Coconut Flan (Flan de Coco)

  A grand finale dinner that marries our two cultures in one unforgettable meal. For your last night, we bring everything together in a menu that is both elegant and heartfelt. 

Afternoon Cocktail & Appetizer: A smooth Ron Centenario Old Fashioned, using Costa Rica's superb, aged rum. This is paired with Chifrijo Dip Cups our playful, deconstructed take on a famous Costa Rican bar snack. Each cup has layers of savoury beans, rice, crispy fried pork (chicharrón), and is topped with a zesty "pico de gallo" salsa. It’s the perfect crunchy, savoury bite to enjoy with a cocktail.  

Dinner: The ultimate comfort food fusion: The "Tico" Burrito. A large, warm flour tortilla is stuffed with your choice of savoury local chorizo or seasoned shredded chicken, classic rice & beans, and corn. It's served alongside sour cream, fresh pico de gallo, and guacamole.  

Dessert: Café con Leche Crème Brûlée. A Costa Rican twist on a French classic.  It's an elegant and unforgettable finale.