Corn, a native crop to Panama and Latin America, is eaten in different ways according to each country's tradition. In the countryside, the corn tortilla is a very important dish during the workday for farmers. Accompanied with a brewed coffee, the tortilla is part of the most important meal of the day, and provides a source of energy for their work in the fields.

This typical dish from the region of Los Santos contains pork, rice and lentils and is best accompanied with fried ripe plantains and a refreshing rice and pineapple beverage.

Corn is utilized in several recipes in Panama. One is this delicious cornbread recipe, that is very simple to make and enjoyed by young and old. Cornbread is a moist and sweet bread with a crisp crust, an easy accompaniment to any meal.

Golden Spoon is a small fruit native to Central America. Its scientific name is Bysonima crassifolia and it belongs to the cherry family. In Panama it is known as Nance, and all Panamanians have sampled the Nance fermented liquour, Nance candies and Nance yogurt. This recipe is a slight variation to create a very nutritious and easy to prepare dessert.

The gastronomy of Los Santos is a compilation of the various traditional dishes from the Azuero peninsula, adapted to the province's warm climate. The energy-rich meals provide fuel to tackle field work and domestic chores during the area's hot summers. One such dish is chicken and rice, a typical Latin American meal with regional variations in each country. In Panama it is made with shredded chicken. Los Santos cuisine in general is characterized by its simplicity and use of natural products.