Delicious cornmeal flatbread filled with tender goat meat and cheeses, a must-try in Catia La Mar. Try it at La Guarimba Restaurant.

A savory corn pancake filled with cheese, found in many street food vendors throughout Catia La Mar. Don't miss it at El Tumbao.

A classic Venezuelan dish consisting of shredded beef, black beans, rice, fried plantains, and cheese. Try it at the popular restaurant, El Tio Juan.

A unique twist on the traditional empanada, filled with sweet potatoes instead of meat. Try it at La Casa del Empanado in Catia La Mar.

A traditional stew made with seven types of meats and vegetables. Visit Guatire village to try the original dish.

A comforting chicken soup filled with vegetables and plantains. Try it at La Guarimba Restaurant.

Tortillas covered in black beans, cheese, and sour cream. Try them at El Tio Juan.

Fried green plantains served with cheese. Grab a plate at El Tumbao.

Fluffy cornmeal flatbread filled with scrambled eggs. Try it at La Casa del Empanado.

A sweet dessert made with coconut milk, cinnamon, and chocolate. Try it at La Guarimba Restaurant.

Fried cheese sticks coated in cornstarch. Grab them at El Tumbao.

Turkey cooked in a flavorful sauce served with rice. Try it at El Tio Juan.

Hearty salad made with hearts of palm, tomatoes, onions, and lime. Try it at La Casa del Empanado.

Sweet sandwich made with guava paste and cheese. Try it at La Guarimba Restaurant.

Sweet plantains cooked with garlic and blackberries. Try them at El Tio Juan.