La Brulerie
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Led by Michelin star Chef Andrés Madrigal, this sophisticated restaurant at Finca Lerida is based on the “Kilómetro Cero” (Zero Kilometer) concept: Only local ingredients from nearby farms are used to create a menu of authentic Panamanian flavors. Beet carpaccio with caramelized cashews is an excellent starter, as is the signature tree-tomato soup made from a sweet tomato-like fruit grown on-site. Elegant entrées range from tender lamb and seared trout to roasted skirt steak and homemade ravioli. The hydroponic greens add a colorful and healthy touch, right before the rich and savory dessert, Pan Perdido (black chocolate custard with rum). If the weather cooperates, request a table on the outside deck overlooking the gardens.
