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Grapefruit  is a subtropical citrus grown in many properties for sale in Belize . This fruit is known for its sour to semisweet and bitter taste, its name is gotten since the fruits are clustered on the tree similar to that of the grapes. Grapefruits were the first citrus fruits grown in Belize for export and much of it planting is done on the citrus farms located in the Southern District where vacation homes for rental in Belize are located. Nonetheless the Cayo and Orange Walk Districts also have farms that plant grapefruit trees. Grapefruit are high in fiber and low in calories which is a great fruit plant to add to your collection of citrus plantsat your Belize home rentals. It also has a large number of health benefits that cannot be match by any other fruit in property for sale inBelize . There is of health benefit results either by eating the fruit in its raw state or by drinking its freshly squeezed juice. Speaking of juice, a glass of chilled grapefruit juice prep

Guanacaste National Park is the smallest and reachable little park located near the nation’s Capital city, Belmopan close to unique and beautiful homes for sale . This little park is named after the Guanacaste tree which is one of the largest tree type in Central America, it was first made into areserve in 1973 with 50 acres of protected tropical forest along the riverbank and near property for sale Belize .then in 1990 itbecame known as a national park. Guanacaste National Park is bounded on the north by the Belize River and the south by the southern highway and the busy George Price Highway. Alongside the national park is the community of Roaring Creek which hold many Belize homes and Belize houses  that are listed by the Belize real estate for sale. This Belize property is open on a daily basis to the public from 8:00 am - 4:30 p.m. at a low cost of just $5 Belize dollars. Inside the park an education Center, a giftshop and about two miles of adventurous trials is off

You have purchased a lovely Belize rainforest house for sale at better in Belize eco-village and are now looking for the perfect furniture’s to adorn and décor your lovely home. Then there is a place to turn to for beautiful eco-friendly furniture’s, known as the Hummingbird Furnishings which is a family owned business and located in the capital town of Belmopan just a couple of minutes away from our lovely Belize ecolodge. Humming bird furnishing was founded by its owner Mr. Roberto Lopez in 1987 and has since been manufacturing beautiful indoor and outdoor furniture’s perfect to décor beautiful Belize off grid homes .  Mr., Lopez commence fabricating wicker and rattan products in his garage but has now moved to unique blends of wood, bamboo and poly resin furniture’s including kiln dried and treated mahogany for frames ensuring that the products are of the highest quality. Indoor collection for your rainforest property in Belize include beautiful bedroom pieces, din

Pineapples are a sticky, sweet and delicious Tropical Fruit that are planted by farmers in their Belize property farms. They are also known as ananas with a string and soft texture pulp that is very sweet. The outer skin of the pineapple is somewhat shaped like a cone and is very prickly or thorny with spikes. Pineapples can be cultivated in the backyard of your rainforest property in Belize as it grows from a crown cutting of the fruit. It flowers between 5-10 months and begins fruiting in the following six months. This tangy sweet fruit can be consumed either freshly cut, blended into fresh juice, preserved or used in your cuisine whist preparing a scrumptious meal in your or used to prepare your favorite tropical drink or alcoholic beverage that you can enjoy while relaxing in your Belize off grid homes Pineapple has many nutritional value and purchasing some while living in Belize eco-lodge is a brilliant idea as it not only has its nutritional value but is contains so

On very hot days a tall cold glass of freshly squeezed lime juice would be the perfect drink to relish on the deck of a lovely Belize vacation home rental .  Limes can be found in abundance can be found in any store or vegetable/fruit stalls at the markets. Lime juice is a refreshing drink that is also sold at most restaurants and food stalls throughout the country. Limes are small hybrid citrus fruits, the size of a small orange, with skin green in color, flesh white and very acidic. Thus, the reason for its many uses. Having few in the pantry of your Belize rental for vacation is a great idea as you can use it in almost anything and everything from cooking to cleaning. Not only for its juice but also for cleaning chicken instead of vinegar, it can be used to marinatemeats for ceviche, or used as a garnish on the side of your favorite margarita.   Take a peek in your Belize home rental’s backyard, you might be lucky enough to have a tree bearing fruit. Once you are able

Enjoying your vacation house rental in Belize and celebrating the joy and Christmas cheers with family and friends is the best way to spend the holidays. Family and friends visit each other on during this wonderful celebration and your Belize home rental is no exception. So be prepared and make a feast for your guests. An easy and delicious platter to prepare and serve in your  Belize cabinrental   is the traditional Christmas Ham. All you need are a few ingredients that can be purchased in any store just a few minutes away from Better in Belize eco-community . Our 132-acre tropical rainforest paradise offers two of the best off -grid living rental in Belize.  Both our Toucan House and Treetops are the best place for you and your loved ones to spend quality vacation time during the merriest time of the year. Ingredients needed are: 1 Ham of desired size 1 Small Pack ofCloves 1/4 cup yellow Mustard For Glaze: 1 cup Brown Sugar 1/2 tsp Soy Sauce  1 tsp Yel

Tomato is considered to be both a fruit and  vegetable  andare often red in color although green ones are quite popular. It forms a basic part of cuisines acrossBelize and Belize homesfor sale . Tomato plants belong to the  annual nightshade plant and grow in bunches and are small,round and often weight around 4ounces . They have soft, pinkish red flesh,numerous seeds and are slightly sweet. Tomatoe sare used in different  foods  as it improves the flavor and aroma. It is a must in pasta, pizzas, ketchup, and now in various  beverages . They are relatively easy to cultivate and grow very quickly, making them a great food source and can be grown in your rainforest property in Belize . Tomato plants come in varieties and provide unique health benefits. The health benefits of tomatoes include eye care, digestion and it is great for blood circulation,  reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels . Consuming tomato on a daily basis aids in skin   difficulties and urinary trac

From her southern Belize property , Ma rie Sharp now brings her flavorful hot sauces to San Ignacio. Just a short drive away from our ecovillage in Belize her store offers all of the varieties of her hot sauces, jams and refreshments. Marie Sharp 's Tourist Center & Culinary Class opened its doors offering tourists the opportunity toprepare and enjoy making the main and authentic Belizean dish and have fun along the way. Marie Sharp Tourist Center and culinary class is open every day from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. during the course you have the opportunity to learn so much about the food and culture of Belize. You learn to cookone of Belize’s main cultural dishes , the well-known rice and beans withstew chicken, fried plantains, potato salad and of course as every meal must include a delicious dessert bread pudding. You will then be able to go home to Better In Belize ecovillage and prepare these dishes for your family. The cooking class is available to a minimum of 2

The Beautiful and untouched country of Belize has made its way through winning the number 10 spot on Fodor’s Travel List 2018, making it another reason to purchase a lot and own a pristine Belize property to call home. Better in Belize gives you that opportunity to become a part of this beautiful jewel of ours which holds “rich history, rewarding explorations and natural beauty as describe on Fodor’s Travel website. This 132-unspoiled rainforest eco community offers great cheap off grid land for sale . You can to choose from an untouched forest lot and commence constructing your own desired home or you have the option of choosing from one of our Belize off grid homes . Fodor offers travel advice throughput the social media make it clear that Belize is indeed a unique country with an abundance of natural beauty and attraction it is indeed the best place for Canadians to retire as well as Americans and any one looking to be part of a country that has a diverse culture and is

A huge number of travelers visit Belize every year to get up and close with nature especially through birdwatching. The pristinerainforest properties in Belize offer vast range of untouched and unspoiled jungle with an abundance of over 560 species of birds, 80 percent which are classified as residents and 20 percent which are migrants from North America. Thus, the reason Belize has become a favorite birding spot amongst birders and nature lovers. Our off grid living rentals in Belize bring you close to the fascinating world of birds in the 132 -acre eco-community which is nestled in the foothills of the Maya Mountains in the Cayo District of Western Belize. Better in Belize has a vast range of untouched and unspoiled rainforests which provide the diverse habitats for birds. In the mornings you can enjoy ceremonial chatter of several types of birds from the doorway of your vacation house rental inBelize or whilst having breakfast on the deck of your cabin which is sur

Carrot is a root vegetable that is usually orange in color due to its high content of carotene and is cultivated on farms some which are listed under Belize rental property for sale. Carrots is a biennial plant with its leaves being the first to grow then the taproot which takes about four months or 120 days to mature.Carrots grow best when planted under the full sun but are tolerant to some shade, their ideal soil type which can be found on  off grid living rentals in Belize  is loose well, drained, sandy or loamy soil. This root crop can be eaten either raw in which it only releases 3 percent of it carotene during digestion or cooked in which it releases up to 39percent. Carrots can be chopped and boiled, fried or steamed and cooked in soups and stews. It can also be blended to make chutney or purees to make baby food. Grabbing a few and bringing back to your Belize home rental is ideal as you can bake a delicious carrot cake, make a yummy carrot pudding or a carrot juice.

Corn is the oldest cultivated and edible grain that is grown throughout farms in Belize property which belongs to the grass family. In Spanish corn is known as maize and it has been grown and used for centuries by the Ancient Mayas throughout the entire nation which now Belize rainforest land for sale. Corn is planted and grown by local farmers and now farmers from the Mennonite community in Spanish lookout where unique Cayo, Belize real estate properties are available. There are various varieties of corn but the most popular ones are yellow and white kernels.  Corn has many uses in its different stages and can be used either in its green and ripe stage or left to mature and dry.  During its green, ripe stage, corn is used to make Belize famous “Dukunu” or Tamalito in Spanish and the juice from grounding is used to make a porridge known as Atole. The corn ears can also be boiled or roasted and eaten with lime and salt or an option of cheese and cream. Local farmers use d

As the years have pass many cultural practices in Belize Property have been diminishing especially during the Christmas season. Belizeans use to celebrate Christmas in their own traditional way although they use to follow some habits from abroad like decorating a tree and their Belize Homes with lights. Nonetheless in some areas and in some culture these traditions are still kept alive but not as before. The Creole culture use to celebrate what is known as the Christmas Bram, thisorigins from Belize District and surrounding villages where almost like the caroling the creole people celebrate through the streets singing, playing music and dancing from unique and beautiful Belize homes to Belize houses spreading the good cheer. Although not celebrated as much it can be seen at the village of Gales Point Manatee who partake in the Christmas Bram every year. The Garifuna people do what is called the Jankunu Dance which initiated during the Christmas season since it was the o