Chiles

Planning a spring vacation? Boasting an extremely beautiful topography rich in striking contrasts, Chile is a country blessed with hidden gems and natural treasures.

I have had to make a few life style changes lately. Instead of eating out, I have had to be creative in cooking at home. I am picky so I have decided to taste everything before I put it in my food. Here is what I have found about the flavor of peppers.

The Hotel Antumalal perches like a mid-century diamond above Villarrica Lake, in beautiful central Chile.

South American countries like Chile and Argentina, have found a place in the world market of fine wines. In the case for the Chileans, their wine industry and production is considered among the most prominent in the world!

Report of Ariel Dorfman, interviewd onstage by Ilan Stavans, at the San Francisco Jewish Community Center about exile and languages, 10/11/11

The narrowest country in the world is, despite the sliver of land it occupies, a country of wild contrast: home to the driest desert in the world along with great glaciers, fjords and volcanoes.

For your first three years in Chile you would only be subject to Chilean income tax on your Chilean source income. And pensions and retirement income from other countries are not considered taxable income in Chile.

Visitors to Santiago de Chile, especially those who have spent any amount of time traveling in South America, will immediately notice the differences between Chile's capital city and many of the other big cities on the continent.

If you're planning your first trip to Santiago, Chile, here is a travel guide to help you make the most of your trip from flights and transportation to accommodation, sight-seeing and more.

With most restaurants claiming the best, and most authentic New Mexican food in the Duke City, it can be difficult to separate the truth. Here are some of the best places one should not miss when it comes to green chile.

Chile is a premiere South American destination for luxury travelers and backpackers alike. However, the latter are often surprised by the higher prices for lodging, food and other items compared to Chile's neighbors, especially in the capital.

Traveling south of the border, enjoying the blue sky and the thousands of people who turned out for the parade, virtually enjoy this delightful picture of the 2010 Santiago, Chile, Paris Parade.

The easiest way to incorporate chiles into chocolate dishes is to make chile powder. It is super easy to make freshly ground chile powder and chances are once you whip up a batch, you'll never buy this spice in a jar again.

From the Atacama desert to the bohemian cafes of Santiago, from the Pacific coast to the towering Andes and the frozen continent of Antarctica - Chile is a hot new tourist destination.

San Francisco has many authentic Central American restaurants that also serve Mexican dishes. San Jalisco is the rara avis, an authentic Mexican restaurant.