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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC





Map of Dominican Republic
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LOCATION:
Caribbean, eastern twothirds of the island of Hispaniola, between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, east of Haiti

CAPITAL CITY:
Santo Domingo

POPULATION:
9,650,054 (July 2009 est.)

LANGUAGES:
Spanish

WEBSITE:
www.godominicanrepublic.com

Recipes From Dominican Republic



The cuisine of the Dominican Republic is influenced by African and Spanish cooking. The main meal of the day is lunch, and Dominicans typically consume plantain, meat, cheese, rice, and beans.
Watercress Soup

Watercress Soup

This recipe is perfect for a summer day! It is creamy, spicy, and nutritious. Fresh watercress is usually available in the spring and early summer.
Find this recipie on Page 33 of Kitchens of the World
Potato Salad with
Tuna and Corn

Potato Salad with Tuna and Corn

This recipe is simple, affordable, tasty, and delicious. It could be served with lunch or as a light meal in itself.
Find this recipie on Page 34 of Kitchens of the World