Ibai Llanos, one of the most influential content creators, pitted Costa Rican gallo pinto against Colombian arepas. This culinary showdown is part of the digital competition called “World Breakfast Cup,” which he organizes on his social media.
This initiative brings together the most representative breakfasts from various countries and pits them against each other in a single-elimination tournament. The “World Breakfast Cup” includes participation from countries from different latitudes.
These are:
Argentina
Bolivia
Chile
Colombia
Costa Rica
Ecuador
Spain
United States
France
Guatemala
Japan
Mexico
Peru
United Kingdom
Dominican Republic
Venezuela.
In the tournament’s dynamics, the first round pits Mexico against Peru, Argentina against the United Kingdom, and Costa Rica against Colombia.
Highlights
The highlight of this event is that voting to decide the winning breakfast for each matchup is conducted through comments on Ibai’s social media posts. If you want to support Costa Rica’s gallo pinto, you have to visit Ibai Llanos’s social media accounts, click “like” and enter the name of the country and the dish.
Who is Ibai Llanos and why is he a social media icon?
Ibai Llanos is a Spanish streamer and content creator who has achieved worldwide fame thanks to his charisma, creativity, and ability to connect with massive audiences.
With millions of followers on platforms like Twitch, YouTube, and Twitter, Ibai has transcended the gaming world to become a cultural phenomenon, organizing innovative events, celebrity interviews, and live streams that attract millions. Its relevance lies in its ability to combine entertainment, current events and community participation.

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