In the dry tropical region of Guanacaste, degraded cattle pastures are being transformed into thriving, multi-layered food forests. In this in-depth case study, we share how we designed and implemented a syntropic agroforestry system centered around Ojoche (Brosimum alicastrum), combining native dry forest species, perennial food crops, and regenerative land management practices. From on-contour vs. off-contour planting to soil microbiome restoration, dry season resilience, and succession planning, this article explores practical strategies for restoring tropical pastureland into productive, climate-resilient agroforestry systems.