Panama Restaurant week is back for 2010 with some of the best restaurants participating this year. This event is put on twice a year by the city with the support of several private companies including Canada Dry Ginger Ale. This year there are 30 restaurants participating, including some newly opened eateries. These 30 restaurants will offer from March 15 to March 30 special menus that sample their delicious cuisine. The menus will normally allow you to choose an appetizer, main dish, and a dessert from their available selection along with a glass of Morande (Chile) wine.

The price of the menu varies depending on the restaurant, usually between $20- $30 per person (not including tax or tip). To see the participating restaurants and their menus please visit www.panamarestaurantweek.com. From there you can select “Restaurantes” and see the list of restaurants along with their contact information and menu for this special event.

The purpose of the Panama Restaurant Week is to allow locals and tourists alike to sample the various cuisine offered in Panama by some of it’s best restaurants at an accessible price. Panama City is one the most metropolitan cities in Central America and one of the most culturally diverse as well, this combination has allowed Panama to develop a competitive restaurant scene with chefs from all around the world. So take advantage of your time here in Panama to enjoy this event and sample some of the best cuisine in Panama.

Some of the nearby restaurants that are participating are:

Cafe Barko (Amador Causeway)

Indigo (Casco Viejo)

Puerta de Tierra Steakhouse (Casco Viejo)

Scena/Platea (Casco Viejo)