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Peter Vargas... livin’ and lovin’ La Cruz! If only I could make a living so I can live in paradise! I’ve heard that sentiment stated in so many ways since we moved here and created a business. There truly are so many ways to achieve both; Work + Life in La Cruz = Paradise or as many say… Livin’ the dream. Peter Vargas did [...]
Characters: Esau, Mimi and Daniel = TATEWARI banda Anyone who’s spent any time at all in La Cruz will have had their senses delighted by band, Tatewari! I adore their music and moreso enjoy the interaction between them. Mimi (who’s real name is Al) is the funny one, I giggle as he tries to get Daniel and Esau to smile throughout the performance. Those of [...]
Tacos on the Street; an interview with Jorge Diaz Gómez Finding excellent food certainly appeals to the foodie in me; the story behind the ‘place’ fills my appetite almost as much as the food! At the time of this writing (April, 2015) I’ve been living in La Cruz for 6 years and was pretty sure I knew all there was to know about Tacos on [...]
If you have had any misgivings about a ‘dental vacation” I hope you don’t anymore. We were able to have a great two weeks in Mexico , save a ton of money, and have an excellent dental experience. Sheesh - did I just write that?
The La Cruz de Huanacaxtle Sunday Market (or the Mercado Domingo) is the highlight of the week for many ‘snowbirds’ and tourists who stay in La Cruz. Folks come from all over the Riviera Nayarit; South from Puerto Vallarta and from the North, Sayulita and beyond. The market draws many visitors to its colorful stalls, enticing food, and entertainment by local musicians. My husband, Mike, [...]
The beachwalk from La Cruz de Huanacaxtle to Bucerias is a rewarding and exhilarating way to spend a day. I consider myself blessed with many friends; some from my past and some in my Mexican world. When the two converge it brings a little of ‘home’ to me. I especially like sharing all that delights me here and feel giddy when others like some of [...]
Punta de Mita is a delightful excursion from La Cruz. 20 minutes away (by car or a smidge more by bus) you can choose the high end, beyond the walled property of the Four Seasons and St. Regis OR go into town and eat tacos from a local Mexican OR be the traveler you are and meet in the middle, at what I call restaurant [...]
Why does Villa Amor del Mar LOVE group vacations? We're absolutely delighted that we've created a venue for our guests to get together and share experiences, stories and fun! We’re excited about the future and are creating many ways to share our ‘Peace of Paradise’ with others. We stayed at the lovely Villa Amor del Mar for Christmas. We were greeted on Christmas day with [...]
Shrimp and avocado appetizer. There is nothing better than creating food that is easy and delicious and anything that includes shrimp and avocado together is tasty!! This was created for a guest who couldn't eat salt at all. Prepare: A bowl with sesame seeds, set aside Peel, devein, and clean shrimp Grate parmesan Reggiano One bowl for each guest ~ cut tiny chunks of avocado [...]
Mexican corn salad... something I came up with that is tasty as well as colorful!! 2 -3 Tablespoons butter 1 Tablespoons olive oil 1 - 4 garlic cloves; finely minced but NOT mashed into paste 2 - 3 shallot shallots or ¼ cup red onion slices, finely chopped 2 - 5 ears of corn; cut kernels off of cooked (bbq’d or steamed) cobs OR use [...]
