Paila marina is a traditional stew consisting of a shellfish stock combined with a variety of seafood, shellfish, herbs, spices, and vegetables such as tomatoes, bell peppers, carrots, and onions. This flavorful stew, which is said to be a great hangover cure and an aphrodisiac, is typically flavored with paprika and parsley.

The word paila in the name of the dish refers to an earthenware bowl in which the dish is traditionally served, while marina refers to a variety of seafood and shellfish used in the stew.