Sunday began with some much needed rest! I got out of bed at around 10:30 AM only to relax, eat some breakfast, and watch TV to let myself unwind on this morning. But, this is the paradise of Chile so I decided to get up and get out and go into town to the market. Together with Ryan and Brianna, I went to shop at the local flea market where things are a lot cheaper than in the United States. We purchased some things and saw some others that forced us to want to go back to the market on another day.
While we were shopping, we realized that we were starving and surrounded by dozens of places to eat. We walked down the street, past many different kinds of restaurants. Each shop offered something different and gave a different smell as we walked past them. We finally came across one with an English speaking man urging us to come in and eat. He made sure we understood everything on the menu and served us himself. He told us that he was from Ecuador and was starting his career as a chef. I got a steak, mashed potatoes, corn, a drink, and dessert for around seven or eight dollars. The food was very good, so I just might have to go back there and get some more of his food.
For dinner, the whole group dressed up and went to a fancier restaurant on the beach. Again the food was very good as I got salmon and creamed corn. Another great end to a Chilean culture filled day.
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