Plantain is used in many dishes. Other specialities include nacatamal, indio viejo, quesillo, vigor n and roquillas . Food is often scooped up in tortillas instead of using cutlery. Roast corn on the cob is sold on the streets.
Seafood is also available.
Imported beverages are available but shortages may occur in some areas. Multicoloured fruit drinks made from fresh tropical fruit are superior to bottled soft drinks. Managua has several nightclubs, some offering live music. There are also cinemas with French, Spanish and English films. Other cities, such as Granada, Masaya, L on, Matagalpa and Rivas, also offer nightlife entertainment.