Ho-ho-ho and a bottle of rum! Just about the only thing I brought with me from Guatemala was a bottle of 23 year old Zapaca rum. And since I am feeling seriously under the weather – which can be pretty hard to accomplish in this country – I helped myself to a generous gulp along with dinner (the fish).

Most folks think of Bacardi and Malibu or a Pina Colada when rum is mentioned. However, the really good stuff is just as flavourful (and addictive) as say, a good cognac or seasoned whisky. I told Elle that its like medicine for grownups. Tomorrow I’ll know how effective Dr Hansi’s prescription was….