by Mike Schmidt (Author), Shannon Enete (Contribution by), Joellyn &. Mike Schmidt (Author)
Moving to Costa Rica is both exciting and overwhelming. This cookbook is designed to help the newbee expat adjust to the new cuisine and local produce so they don't break the bank purchasing imported foods. In addition to delicious recipes, the book also provides the approximate cost per meal, food-hacks, and a section that teaches how to pick out the most flavorful fruit.
Author Biography
Joellyn began her culinary experience early to take care of her ill mother. Since "Jo" was unable to drive she started cooking "broke meals" (meals using only what is in your refrigerator or pantry). Mike, as the 9th of 10 children, also got an early start. Joellyn began her culinary experience early to take care of her ill mother. Since "Jo" was unable to drive she started cooking "broke meals" (meals using only what is in your refrigerator or pantry). Mike, as the 9th of 10 children, also got an early start. After 25 years in the financial business and over 30 years in the construction business, Joellyn and Mike married and joined forces in the kitchen, realizing it was a shared passion. Their dates usually involved cooking four to five course meals. They moved to Costa Rica and started their dream business selling a full-line of waterless, greaseless cookware, www.HealthCraftCR.com.