evidence: Tucked away in the northeastern corner of South America, the contiguous nations of Guyana, Suriname, and the overseas French territory of French Guiana form a mosaic of cultures, landscapes, and untamed wilderness often overlooked by mainstream travel itineraries. This is a tale of my journey through ‘The Three Guianas,’ where the Amazon Rainforest breathes life into adventures, and the confluence of diverse histories crafts a narrative as lush as the foliage of its vast hinterlands. [...] French Guiana: The European Enclave in the Amazon [...] The Guianas serve up a smorgasbord of culinary experiences. In Georgetown, Caribbean flavors mingle with a hint of the subcontinent, as seen in dishes like pepperpot and roti. Paramaribo’s cuisine reflects its diverse populace, with Indonesian, Indian, and Creole influences fusing into dishes like pom (a savory tart of chicken and root vegetables) and the fiery sambal. French Guiana offers a taste of Creole and French cuisines with a tropical twist, where a simple baguette is often paired with spicy pâtés and local fish.