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Last week I was invited to a press get-together/party at Elvi's Kitchen, one of San Pedro's finest restaurants and definitely one of my favorites. Normally, I shy away from invites after about 4pm - I live 8 miles outside of town, my photography skills in the evening are…not great and I'm just not a night-gal - but an invite from Elvi's Kitchen….to try a few favorites, and taste some new dishes and flavors? Yes, please.

The building looks great - a new sign and a door that remains open to the street. Very welcoming. The old flamboyant tree still stands; she is wrapped in lights. When the family first opened a small burger stand, over 45 years ago, it stood under this tree. And every year - the restaurant and Chef Jennie - Miss Elvi's youngest daughter- try to improve and enhance. Make the space more beautiful and elevate the menu. Classic Belizean and Yucatec-Maya flavors and ingredients but just…extra. We were seated in the lovely back room where there is air conditioning, for those who like it, and local art - for sale.

And then tried a new Mayan dish called Sikil Pak - made with pumpkin seeds, toasted with tomatoes and spices. Almost like a warm rich smoky pesto dip for their homemade tortilla chips. And then delicious poke tuna atop avocado and mango and more avocado with a conch-relish on top. I could eat this kind of food all day…mango AND avocado! And then…an Elvi's favorite - in fact, two of the most beloved dishes - the stone crab claws with garlic buttery sauce and a plate with chipotle butter…I've never had these before. They are cracked just perfectly and the sauce…I regret to say I was licking my fingers. They are soooo sweet and surprisingly meaty.

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Elvi's Kitchen
Have you all heard of Elvi's Kitchen in the heart of San Pedro Town? Come check out 8 different dishes that they serve, and get a feel for the vibe. The restaurant is built around a massive tree over 40 years ago, and the floor of the restaurant is all sand. Service is excellent and the food is delicious. I highly recommend you check this place out while you're in town!