Sabor del Pueblo
Taste your way around Puerto Rico, one town at a time. ¡Ven a probar!
Join Puerto Rican artist and muralist Bianca Montoya, creator of The Unusual Girls, and her beloved abuela, María Legrand "Abu La Fabu", as they travel across the Island to discover the flavors, stories, and local favorites that make Puerto Rico´s municipalities unique.
Follow along as they sip fresh coffee at Caffellatte, try unexpected ice cream flavors like garlic and avocado at Heladería Lares in Lares.
In Mayagüez, bite into a soft, sweet brazo gitano filled with fruity preserves at Franco Brazo Gitano, and then stop by Ricomini Bakery.
Their food adventure then takes them to Guayama for crispy pastelillos with surprising fillings like shark or cocodrile, a taste of the famously oversized alcapurria at La Casa de los Pastelillos, and try fresh snapper at Bahía House.
Behind the scenes at La Casa de los Pastelillos, alcapurrias are shaped and filled by hand before hitting the fryer.
Between food stops, Bianca and María explore the architecture and plazas that give Guayama its character.
Now that’s an alcapurria! Bianca and María discover a larger-than-life take on the beloved Puerto Rican fritter.
Pastelillos, alcapurrias, seafood, and so much more, choosing what to try first is half the fun.
Food tastes even better with a story! Bianca and María sit down over pastries to meet one of the Boricuas behind the local flavor.
A sweet stop in Mayagüez starts with one of the city’s best-known treats: a classic brazo gitano.
Decisions, decisions! The hosts explore a panadería case filled with Puerto Rican sweet temptations.
Bianca and María sip and slow down with a freshly brewed cup of Puerto Rican coffee from Lares.
Meet the Hosts: Bianca Montoya and María Legrand
At the heart of the video series Sabor del Pueblo is the fun chemistry between this abuela and nieta duo, who bring family, humor, and plenty of color to each episode, making each one feel like a road trip with family. The pair became known online for their matching handmade outfits, humor, and their fun grandmother-granddaughter adventures.
Bianca Montoya
Bianca Montoya is a Puerto Rican artist and muralist, creator of The Unusual Girls, a colorful project centered on individuality, self-expression, and embracing what makes every person unique.
María Legrand
Known affectionately as Abu La Fabu, María Legrand is Bianca's grandmother. A true fashionista, María has sewn for much of her life, creating clothing for her family and bringing her signature style to everything she wears.
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Explore the Municipalities
Get to know the towns featured in Sabor del Pueblo and discover what makes each one worth adding to your Puerto Rico itinerary.
Lares
Set in Puerto Rico's central mountains, Lares is known for its cooler climate, lush scenery, coffee-growing traditions, and deep place in the Island's history. It’s a great stop for travelers who want to slow down and experience a more rural side of Puerto Rico.
Mayagüez
Mayagüez is one of western Puerto Rico's main cultural and commercial hubs, with a lively downtown, strong university presence, and easy access to the west coast. The city blends local traditions with the energy of a regional center, making it a natural base for exploring the area.
Guayama
Located on Puerto Rico's southern coast, Guayama is known for its historic architecture, colorful town center, and warm coastal setting. Its plazas, streets, and nearby waterfront offer a different pace and feel from the Island's most heavily visited areas.