As we eagerly bid farewell to the tumultuous year that was 2020, many of us find solace in the promise of a brand-new year - a clean slate brimming with opportunities and fresh beginnings. And while the rest of the world rings in the New Year with joyous celebrations and extravagant feasts, the struggling restaurants and bars of Caracas in Venezuela have a different story to tell.
These establishments, once buzzing with laughter, clinking glasses, and the delightful aroma of mouthwatering cuisine, have faced the harsh reality of economic hardships and a dwindling customer base. The ongoing socio-political crisis that has gripped Venezuela has taken a toll on the local businesses, leaving them grappling with financial instability and struggling to keep their doors open.
