Blog – Stories from Placencia & Belize

Craft Paint Party at Toucan Jacks in Placencia Village, Belize

Lemons Don’t Grow Well in Belize’s Climate

La Dolce Vita Placencia: Authentic Italian Dining

A Taste of Belizean Soul In Belize, rum isn’t just a drink — it’s part of the national rhythm. From the sugarcane fields of Orange Walk to the beach bars of Placencia, rum connects people, heritage, and craftsmanship. Every bottle tells a story steeped in Caribbean warmth and pride. The Roots: Sugarcane and the Birth of Rum Rum’s journey in Belize begins with sugarcane — a crop woven into the nation’s history since colonial times. Belize’s warm, fertile soil produces cane ric

Marie Sharps Hot sauces and Toucan Jacks

A local guide to Placencia village, Belize

Where to Eat in Placencia: A Local’s Guide to Belizean Cuisine

When the Caribbean sun is hot and the breeze rolls off the sea, there’s nothing better than cracking open a cold Belizean beer. Belize’s beer scene has grown from one dominant brand — Belikin — to a mix of local craft brewers and imported favorites that add their own tropical twist. Whether you’re a traveler, expat, or local, here’s your guide to the best brews you’ll find from Placencia to San Pedro. Belikin: The Beer of Belize Belikin is to Belize what Guinness is to Irelan

Belizean Beef - choose chicken, pork or seafood!

Belikin beer - the beer of Belize

Delicious Cocktails by Jolly

The Best Bar and Restaurants in Placencia.

Mel - our Bartender Meet Mel — The Margarita Master at Toucan Jack’s There’s no better way to enjoy a sunny day in Placencia, Belize  than with a refreshing margarita  from Mel , our talented bartender at Toucan Jack’s Tiki Bar ! Mel’s signature margaritas are perfectly mixed, ice-cold, and bursting with tropical flavor — the perfect companion for a relaxing beach day. Stop by Toucan Jack’s, grab a seat under the palms, and let Mel whip up your next favorite drink. 🌴🍸 🏝️ S