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The Panamanian musician and educator Danilo Pérez on his favorite spots in the jazz-crazy capital—including where he goes dancing with his family

RIFF ZONE “Top jazz musicians come to play at Salotto Italiano, where I like the food and the vibe; you can actually talk over dinner and listen to the performers. And the students put on great jazz shows at the Fundación Danilo Pérez too.” WATERING HOLE “People know Maito because it’s on that list of Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants, but I go there because it’s near where I live in the San Francisco neighborhood. Their garden-like outdoor bar is nice for after-dinner drinks.” SWELL TIMES “When I was learning to surf at Playa Venao, just outside the city, it finally clicked for me when I fell into the rhythm of the waves—like hearing music. That, with the blues and greens of the area, was a harmonizing moment.” ANYONE CAN DANCE “My wife, my daughters, and I…

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Conde Nast Traveler (Digital) - 1 Issue, September/October 2024

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