A favorite in La Ceiba and arguably the only “cool” cafe in town is Ki’Bok cafe, which according to its founder Rosalia Alcantara originally of Santa Rosa, was one of the first things she noticed La Ceiba was lacking upon moving there.

Ki’Bok, which means “aroma” in Mayan, opened four months ago and since then has drawn a crowd of regulars with its coffee and artsy feel. But, Alcantara’s dream is much larger than just your average coffee shop.

“We are trying to make this place a cultural center,” Alcantara is quoted as saying in the latest edition of HondurasThisWeek.com.

A month ago Ki’Bok cafe hosted an exhibition featuring Brazilian native Sonia Ribeiro, who is well known around La Ceiba for her painting lessons. Guests over the age of 18 were offered a glass of wine, and had the chance to mingle with other artists and Sonia herself.

Alcantara wants to continue in this direction, drawing more attention to culture and the arts. Ki’Bok already serves as the meeting place for a filmmakers club and has hosted poetry readings in the past. Local published poet, Tania Claudina Alvarado, has worked to organize many of the events held at Ki’Bok and her book “Brisa Sediciosa,” is available for sale at Ki’Bok.

Ki’Bok is located in Barrio El Iman near La Plancha restaurant and the stadium and is open from 7 am to 8 pm Monday – Saturday and from 8 am – 12 pm on Sunday.

Ki’Bok Contact Info: (504) 442–2673 or kibok.cafe@yahoo.com