Bucerias Art & New Artist on the Riviera Nayarit

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Nov 202012

New Bucerias Artist, Bucerias Art in Mexico

There is a new Bucerias art gallery, and Bucerias artist, Michael Carlyle, as he and his wife Floydilou have opened the new Bucerais art gallery, “The Drop in Art Studio & Galeria“, showing local Bucerias art, located on the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico.
Here is a story in the words of the lovely Floydilou, (and yes, that is her real name!) telling their story of their journey to Bucerias Mexico.
Be sure to click on the links, and the photos, as they will lead you to the photo gallery!

Living on the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico
We are thrilled to announce the opening of The Bucerias Drop In Art Studio & Galeria on the beautiful Riviera Nayarit. Michael and I have been looking forward to the time we could come live in Mexico. Have you ever considered living or moving abroad? Perhaps you have that Riviera Nayarit artist inside of you and are ready to come out to play?

When I first arrived on a one way ticket to Bucerias in August, Michael was back in Toronto on a contract job at the Royal Ontario Museum. He has always supported me in my dreams. I was on a mission to find a way for both my husband, Michael Carlyle, and I to live and work in Bucerias, Nayarit. We are not of retirement age. Michael is an incredible artist and teacher. I am a small business marketing muse whose mission is to help small business owners thrive in their communities. With the advent of internet, Skype, social media. I believe there is a whole generation of people who understand we are a border-less, global community with ample opportunities allowing us to explore and discover a new way of life.

Bucerias Mexico won our hearts. Michael’s love of the kind people here, the ocean encompassed by mountains, year long sun and the Bucerias art community made it a perfect fit. Michael grew up in Victoria and lived near the Royal British Columbia Museum. As a young boy he always frequented the museums. He loved to draw. In his adult life he would take on a 20 year career at the Royal Ontario Museum It is evident that Michael has always surrounded himself with art and he has also collected 100′s of hard covered art books. If he doesn’t have an easel or paintbrush in his hand, you will often see him reading biographies of famous artists from Maynard Dixon to Alfred Sisley. He is an avid student of art and evolving his art.
He attributes his success to his mentors and now friends (Tanyss & Harvey) of The Art Academy of Canada.
We are two people simply taking a step. A motto I live by is not to a life with woulda, coulda, shoulda. As Canadians we are blessed to have the freedom to go after our wildest dreams.

Opening the Bucerias Art Studio & Galeria
Michael, an artist of 20 + years and I, an entrepreneur and traveling opportunist decided this year to make a go of it and be here full time. With Michael’s talent and teaching background and with my creative entrepreneurial ways we opened The Bucerias Drop In Art Studio & Galeria on Lazaro Cardenas next to The Jan Marie Boutique. The Bucerias Art Studio on the second level, provides a venue for local and vacationing artists to gather, learn and create their work without the high cost and long term commitment of renting a commercial location. Tuesday and Thursdays mornings Michael is onsite to provide artists constructive guidance and instruction. The rest of the week is open studio time to meet the demand of the growing Bucerias art community. Artists pay a 200 pesos daily fee to use the studio and work alongside like-minded artists. For better value you can take advantage of our monthly or seasonal rates. We have people from all over the world for this Bucerias art experience and utilizing our open studio space. You may be painting next to someone from Paris or Oregon! Taking beginner up to advanced Bucerias art classes at the studio is enjoyable as the space is open air, light and bright. He advocates painting from life thus teaches with real objects and people. You will catch the ocean breeze and have a view of the many tourists curiously looking up at the studio while walking down the main street Lazaro Cardenas . While not in studio, Michael is most passionate about painting landscapes and offers plein air art workshops in Bucerias for both vacationers and locals.
Michael usually seen wearing a polo shirt, rolled up jeans with converse sneakers (or sandals when living in Bucerias) is casual by nature and intense with art. Michael has been commissioned internationally for his portrait work and has sold still life and landscapes at D&E Lake Galleries in Toronto, Mudpuppy in Windsor, Artcite in Windsor and most recently in Bucerias at The Bucerias Drop In Art Studio & Galeria. You can commission work by him, take a Bucerias art class, or purchase one of his paintings now on exhibit at The Art Bucerias Gallery. You can find him on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/michaelcarlyleartwork

The Bucerias Art Galeria on the lower level has open art exhibits on a rotational 3 week period for local artists to show their work. Every week their art is seen by 100′s of tourists who enjoy The Bucerias Art Walk on Thursday evenings at 7pm. The hours for the Bucerias galleria is Monday through Saturday from 10am to 4:30pm. Currently on exhibit are over 20 original pieces of art under 400 pesos ($30), perfect for a meaningful and thoughtful souvenir gift, holiday gift or host gift. Michael and I would love to meet you. Come by and say ‘hola!’.

Floydilou

Floydilou is known for her ‘laptop lifestyle’. Always learning and showing local-preneurs how to step into the spotlight with a showstopper business that brings them stand out in the community. She offers marketing workshops that helps you to blend both online and offline marketing concepts.
Most of her consulting and coaching work is done online via phone or skype. Check out www.floydilou.com !

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The Best Riviera Nayarit Tours in Mexico

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Nov 092012

Having Fun on Riviera Nayarit Tours

Riviera Nayarit is a region of outstanding beauty and anyone who decides to come here to check out the Best Riviera Nayarit tours in Mexico, like ocean tours, whale watching tours, petroglyph tours, surfing tours, or pueblo and tequila tours will long have a memory of a holiday they will cherish for the rest of their lives. As far as a Riviera Nayarit Tours in Mexico is concerned these are among the most fascinating. River Nayarit tours have splendor that makes an experience of a lifetime like no other tour can, and will be the best days of your Riviera Nayarit vacation. Click on the links and photographs to find out more information, and to see more great photos as you discover what fun Riviera Nayarit Tours can be about!

The Petroglyph tours including a magical, mystical visit to the AltaVista Petroglyph in the region of Riviera Nayarit. This fascinating archaeological site lies in north eastern region near Jaltemba Bay. The locals here in Riviera Nayarit call it “La Pila del Rey.”
Here you will find stone engravings (known as Petroglyphs), spread across more than 200 acres of land. For this Petroglyph tour you will need an extra memory card in your camera. As you follow the river through the jungle, it feels like you are in a land of long ago. The stone carvings have existed for over 2,000 years and were carved by the Tecoxquines, who were an ancient civilization from the Aztec era. The images often appear to show that the Aztec tribe was trying to communicate with their gods or deities.

The Riviera Nayarit lies on the shores world’s largest ocean, the Pacific; here the different Riviera Nayarit tours in the ocea n will take you on a journey around Banderas Bay, the central Riviera Nayarit and Jaltemba Bay. There is an island behind the rocks (on left) that you snorkel to get to on the Marieta Island Tour. This photo has a Blue Footed Boobie bird. It really does have blue feet! The surfing tours and the whale watching tours also take place in this region. On the Riviera Nayarit, Mexico, the waters along the Pacific Coast are pristine breeding grounds for Humpbacks, Bryde and Orcas. These whales often share the waters with dolphins.

Whale watching tours are certainly one Mexico tour that you will never forget. The whale watching tours begin around December and continue onwards until the end of March, sometimes into April, and there are hundreds swimming around the bays in the Riviera Nayarit region. Take a holiday and a Mexico tour in the middle of the whale watching season see some dolphins too. These beautiful creatures are ever present along the Riviera Nayarit region so once again do not forget your camera. You may want to reserve your space now. There are a couple kinds of Whale watching tour boats. There are panga boats, and larger tri catamarans both with transportation included, and also including food and beverages. Both of these tour experiences are wonderful, fun and exciting. with different pricing, and both types should be checked out to decide what is right for you, or try both!

The surf along these bays in the Riviera Nayarit region is also ideal for those wanting to experience a Riviera Nayarit surfing tour. Surfing tours include your wet suit and board and a ride to one of the best waves the Sayulita bay and Punta de mita area can offer.
There are a lot of different tours that are truly amazing! Click here to discover the only round pyramids on the planet! If you are needing any type of transportation, VIP Transportation has everything you need! For all tours, the airport, shopping and City Tours. Riviera Nayarit tours are a pleasure to behold and the tours here are an experience you will not forget.

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Riviera Nayarit Dia de los Muertos, Day of the Dead

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Oct 312012

Purchasing Riviera Nayarit Properties / Real Estate in Mexico

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Oct 092012

Riviera Nayarit Properties for Sale in Mexico

There are many who would very much like to purchase Riviera Nayarit properties and Real Estate in Mexico today. Riviera Nayarit properties are not particularly difficult to find, but there are issues such as having the land you buy being titled. However, the economy in Mexico at this present time is rising, and that means that Mexico real estate investment has not seen a better opportunity to start hunting for homes on the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico.

The most ideal place to begin your search for Riviera Nayarit properties and real estate investment is to look at local companies listed on the internet. It has been estimated that as much as 90 percent of all homes purchased in Mexico were bought by those who began a search on the internet to look at where the Riviera Nayarit properties are, and what it the property looks like. Usually these searches were followed up by personal visits to the property. When you physically go and look at any Riviera Nayarit properties, it is important to go in the summer season when the rains are heavy to make sure the Mexico property you are looking at is not under water, as it rains heavily almost daily during the summer months, and is dry as a bone from the end of October until May! This is also for properties with their own well systems. Wells can dry up towards the end of the Winter season, April and May, until the rains start. So, depending on what type of property your looking at it may be important to look at these issues.

Many buy Riviera Nayarit property, or homes in Mexico as a second home in paradise. There are also those that will want to purchase Riviera Nayarit properties in Mexico so that they have real estate for investment. If you buy Riviera Nayarit properties now on the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico, the land value may well increase in years to come and you could see your profits rise sharply to the point where you money could even double in years to come. The Riviera Nayarit government is putting a ton of money into developing the Riviera Nayarit as a vacation paradise, which it already is, and this economy, continues to grow.

It is worth knowing, however, that real estate and the way property selling Riviera Nayarit properties works in Mexico are very different to that of the USA and Canada. It is very important to find educated Riviera Nayarit Realtors that know the”ropes” of purchasing Riviera Nayarit properties and real estate.

In 2007 the housing bubble in the USA burst. This had a knock on effect across much of the western world. Mexico has not had escalating price rises in the last decade so there is always a good chance house prices could raise steadily over the forthcoming years, as the Riviera Nayarit and other parts of Mexico are becoming quite a popular place to relocate.

Some of the ways in which Mexico real estate investment and purchasing Riviera Nayarit properties works has similarities to the way it works within the US. A real estate agent or property agent will assist the buyer in purchasing a home in Mexico. Some of the paperwork is also very similar such as the title deeds. It is important to make sure your property is titled in Mexico. Anyone can be a realtor in Mexico, and because this is not yet regulated, it is best to find someone who has been selling real estate, and knows their way around Mexican Laws, and property rights. Again, finding an educated Riviera Nayarit Realtor is very important. There are a lot of scammers out there, so do your homework! Across Canada and the States those who are looking for homes in Mexico are increasingly turning to the professional services of Riviera Nayarit Realtors to help with the smooth and trouble free transition of funds and property purchases on the Riviera Nayarit and surrounding areas in Mexico. These educated professionals will actually make your Riviera Nayarit properties purchase fun, and that says a lot!
Check out these educated and fun Real Estate Brokers selling Riviera Nayarit Properties today!

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Bucerias Restaurant Honors Chef Seth Cloutman Riviera Nayarit Style

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Oct 012012

The Joys of Jan at a Bucerias Restaurant

Seth Cloutman, who lived with his partner in Puerto Vallarta, was an amazing connoisseur and creator of delicious foods in many Bucerias restaurants and all over the Riviera Nayarit, and in Mexico. Sadly, Chef Seth Cloutman passed away this year, and this article is in honor of him.
Chef Seth wrote this letter about Chef Jan Benton,who is the Chef at Bucerias restaurant Mark’s Bar and Grill, about one of their experiences together.

The Joys of Jan

by Chef Seth Cloutman

It is a rare day when I meet another person who shares my enthusiasm for food. Okay, obsession. So imagine my surprise when on a site visit to another chef’s kitchen, I immediately found a kindred spirit and someone whose life revolves around the search for a great combination of flavors or a fresh ingredient not found before. Two weeks ago that is exactly what happened when I met Jan Benton, the Chef de Cuisine of Mark’s Bar and Grill, a Bucerias restaurant in Mexico.

Jan is a native of New Zealand but found herself in many parts of the world before she finally landed permanently in Mexico. One of her earliest training grounds was the family garden in the land of Kiwis. It was there that she developed an intense fascination with fresh, home raised vegetables. That initial education was only further enhanced when she worked in the perfume industry. In her position, it was necessary to take scents and identify them thereby honing her olfactory senses. This only assisted when she finally took to the kitchen.

Living in San Francisco she took up cooking as a home chef. One of her first dishes, one that friends requested again and again, was a Pesto Negro. It was simply a basil pesto with black olives but this was to be the beginning of what would become her
greatest passion. Soon she was hording cookbooks by Charlie Trotter, Nobu Matsuhisa of Manhattan’s famed Nobu Restaurant, Japanese-Australian Tetsuya Wakud of Sydney’s Tetsuya and Judy Rodgers of San Francisco’s Zuni Café to name a few and honing her skills.

Fast forward to Bucerias 1991.
Mark purchased the building which still houses the Mark’s Bar and Grill Bucerias restaurant, and essentially created a hot dog and beer hall where he could hang out with his buddies. Little did he realize that a year later Jan would arrive in town and that they would fall in love. One Valentine’s Day Jan suggested that they do a meal special and see what happened. They purchased 25 pounds of fresh San Blas shrimp, put a sign out on the street and before the Bucerias restaurant closed that evening, they had sold out. At the time such an investment in that much shrimp was a real risk but clearly worth it.

Since this flight of fancy, Jan has been creating menus that dazzle the palate. Her intensity when she discusses food is such a joy. The first day I met her she and I ended up huddled at the end of the bar talking about ingredients and dishes and meals like two little children discussing an upcoming vacation to Disneyland. But what impressed me most was her “food geek” level. I am often accused of being the consummate food geek (I accept this gladly) and to sit down with someone else that has the same leaning was more exciting than I can possible describe. The ability to get so feverish about a certain cooking method or flavor or flavor combination is just not up everyone’s alley.

But for all the talk about food, I had still not tried Jan’s cuisine. I admit I was a little nervous because I did not want to be disappointed. I had found a new friend and I wanted to be as proud of her actual culinary skills as I was about her knowledge and enthusiasm. One of the first things she did when I arrived after we had been introduced was to ask me to come into the kitchen and look at the tuna her fishmonger had just dropped off. As we approached she said nothing but “can you look at this and tell me what you think?” In retrospect, I think she was testing me a bit just as I was about to test her as I bit into one of her creations. Upon seeing the tuna, we both instantly agreed that it was not up to quality so without a moment’s hesitation she rang the fisherman and said, no way. That meant no tuna for that evening menu but she simply would not serve that fish.

The dish she wished me to taste was a toasted coriander seed crusted tuna filet with a wasabi sauce. She asked if I minded trying it with Huachinango (red snapper). Of course I quickly agreed.
When she brought it out the scents were amazing and when I bit into the firm fish, I was relieved not only to be enjoying the delicious flavors but also to have confirmed that not only was my new food geek friend great fun to talk endlessly with about food, but she could cook as well.

Mark’s Bar and Grill is located at Lázaro Cárdenas 56A, Bucerías, Bahia de Banderas,
Nayarit 63732 Reservations are recommended (329) 298 0303

Chef Seth Cloutman

What a wonderful writer and food enthusiast! He will be dearly missed!
Chef Seth was an inspiring cooking instructor specializing in French cuisine. He used the fresh and local flavors creating delightful food creations from Northern Italy, Spain and of course Mexico. Seth was the owner of Food by Seth, which provided services as a private chef, wrote a book called Everything Found with Seth, as well as hosted Vallarta’s Culinary Corner cooking show, and was a weekly food columnist for the PV Mirror. And even more,, Chef Seth was also the founder of Nuestra Huerta, which means, “Our Kitchen Garden”, which was to create an educational garden for students in Puerto Vallarta about the complete process along with environment and water conservation, and of course how to prepare the food!

Chef Seth was considered by others a “consummate food geek” and loved this role in life. He also donated his time to help children and families in need here in Mexico. He was dearly loved, honored and appreciated by his family and friends, and everyone that knew him in the restaurant and food industry. Here’s to you Seth Cloutman!

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Riviera Nayarit Celebrates Mexico Independence

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Sep 142012

Mexico Celebrates Independence Day Riviera Nayarit Style

On the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico, you will find Mexico Independence Day flags and celebrations everywhere! Mexicans love to celebrate, and this is an official Mexico Holiday. The actual holiday is on the 16th, and everyone gets that day off. Many only have to work a half a day on the 15th as well. This year it falls on the weekend, so not so much worry about making it to the bank or post office. But, if your coming to the Riviera Nayarit to celebrate, its a good idea to get your bungalow rental in advance. The Riviera Nayarit is filled with fun and hip towns with lots of stores for shopping, fun bars and restaurants and great beaches for swimming, surfing and SUPing.(stand up and paddle). There are also evening party cruises happening, with dancing, drinking and screaming!

Mexico Celebrates their Freedom
In Mexico we celebrate our independence with the traditional cry of freedom that marked the beginning of the battle for independence in Dolores Hidalgo in 1810.
The Grito de Dolores (“Scream of Dolores”) also known as El Grito de la Endependencia (“Cry of Independence”), was File:Iglesia de la Colonia Niños Heroes de Chapultepec.jpg uttered from the small town of Dolores , near Guanajuato on September 16, 1810. It is the event that marks the beginning of the Mexican War of Independence. The “grito” was the announcing of the Mexican War of Independence by Miguel, a Roman Catholic priest. Since October 1825, the anniversary of the event is celebrated as Mexican Independence Day.

Since then every year in the Zocalo people gather to hear the voice of the president of the republic the pain cry: “Viva Mexico.” Similarly, the governors of each state and the president of each municipality, giving the cry in the government compound in their city or pueblo.

On the night of September 15 in all entities, people gather around the palace to hear the speech and shout VIVA MEXICO! The hubbub squares fill with Mexican food stalls, bands, plays and dances. Tequila and mariachi bands are a must.

At approximately 23:00 hrs the cry is given immediately after the castle and burned gunpowder, fireworks, firecrackers, fireworks and the famous “bull”, ring the church bells and “breaks” the dancing begins.
On September 16, in the morning, people often attend or watch on television the Military Parade organized by the Federal Government (in the CD. Of Mexico) and state governments.

It is a tradition to place flags on cars or on the roof of the houses from the beginning of the month, announcing the celebration. You can also find many street stalls selling straw hats, horns, whistles, fake mustaches and flags of all sizes. Pick up a flag or two and help celebrate Mexico;s freedom.

DIA DE LA INDEPENDENCIA EN MEXICO

En México festejamos nuestra independencia con el tradicional grito de libertad que marco el inicio de la batalla de independencia en Dolores Hidalgo en 1810.

Desde entonces todos los años en el Zócalo Capitalino se reúne la gente a escuchar de voz del presidente de la republica el grito de dolores: “Viva México”. De igual forma, los gobernadores de cada estado y el presidente de
cada municipio, dan el grito en el recinto gubernamental de su respectivo lugar.

La noche del 15 de septiembre en todas las entidades, la gente se reúne alrededor del palacio a escuchar el discurso y a gritar VIVA MEXICO! Las plazas se llenan de algarabía con puestos de antojitos mexicanos, bandas de música, representaciones teatrales y bailes folklóricos. El Tequila y el mariachi
no pueden faltar.
Aproximadamente a las 23:00 hrs se da el grito e inmediatamente después y se quema el castillo de pólvora, fuegos artificiales, cuetes, petardos y el famoso “torito”, repican las campanas de las iglesias y se “rompe” el baile.

El 16 de septiembre, por la mañana, la gente suele asistir o ver por televisión el Desfile Militar organizado por el Gobierno Federal (en la CD. de México) y por los gobiernos estatales.

Es una tradición colocar banderas en los automóviles o en la azotea de las casas desde principios del mes.

También se puede encontrar en la calle numerosos puestos vendiendo sombreros de palma, cornetas, silbatos, bigotes falsos y banderas de todos los tamaños.

El 15 de septiembre se trabaja medio día y el 16 es feriado oficial.

Visit the Riviera Nayarit for a fabulous vacation. There is always so much to discover; play, eat and have some fun! The Riviera Nayarit is a safe place to relocate to as well. What a wonderful climate to retire, and to relax in.
Mexico loves to party, and Mexicans love to be loud. Come and celebrate the Mexico Independence Day on the Riviera Nayarit.

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Bucerias Dentist on the Riviera Nayarit

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Sep 072012

Discovering a Great Bucerias Dentist in Mexico

On a recent journey to the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico, I was pleased to discover and experience the beauty of the Bucerias beaches and tourist sites that this wonderful country has to offer, but also had to find a great Bucerias Dentist!
It was during this trip to the Riviera Nayarit, that I was also unfortunate enough to require the use of a Bucerias dentist. However my concerns were put to rest when I found a Bucerias dentist, Centro Odontologico de La Bahia.

Anyway, I found this Bucerias Dentist, Selene, who immediately addressed my concerns and fitted a fixed bridge for me. Her husband Alonzo works in the lab, making a great team. All of their work is done in-house, and I liked that.

Looking at my own teeth
It was interesting as I sat in the recliner dentist chair, which looked brand new, and was very comfortable, how they turned on the TV monitor and inserted a small camera device into my mouth. They showed me all of my teeth, and what was going on. I was surprised to see how much help my teeth needed. One never knows just brushing and flossing and looking in the mirror how your teeth are really doing I suppose.
I was asked to attend for a temporary fitting and return a week later for the permanent fitting. all my questions where answered very quickly. Thankfully, she does speak some English, which was great for me.

This was ideal as the Bucerias dentist, Selene, said that I would normally have to wait around two weeks between the fitting of the temporary crown and the permanent one. I mentioned that I was on vacation, but could stay, as I was enjoying the Bucerias area, and other surrounding areas and beaches on the Riviera Nayarit. I was able to accomplish my dental treatment and also a nice cleaning session, for a fraction of the cost of what it would have been in the states.

It was clear to me that if you are ever in a position where you require a dentist while you are on the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico, you need not worry because the Bucerias Dentists are friendly and professional, and the pricing is affordable.

I spoke to the Bucerias dentist Selene and her husband Alonzo, and they also informed me I could have an ultrasonic cleaning and whitening zoom treatment after my crown was fitted. This allowed me to enjoy Bucerias, get my orthodontics treatment seen to and have ultrasonic cleaning to go with my fixed bridges. She also told me they also do implants and resin restorations also. This was very handy to know as I plan to visit the Bucerias pueblo again in December this year.

To be honest I was a little worried, while looking for the dentist in Bucerias, things like the quality of the installations, cost and professionalism of the staff, and cleanliness and bacteria issues where all thoughts in my head. Fortunately, all this stopped as soon as I walked through the door. As I entered the office at Centro Odontologico de La Bahia, the office was looked exactly like an American dentist office , perhaps even better, with leather chairs and couches, TV…a very comfortable and friendly atmosphere.

I was quite surprised to find a orthodontist or dentist in bucerias, that provided me with removable work or the fixed bridge treatment that I needed at the very time I was there. Bucerias is such a beautiful place, I would not hesitate to visit upon my return here in December, as I could always welcome an ultrasonic cleaning or whitening zoom just to top up next time I’m here. For the work you get, its so affordable!

I also enjoyed the fishing and the warm sunshine , and my suntan always looks better with whiter than white teeth. The Mexico dentist had a nice clean office and everything seemed sterile, and the staff was very friendly. I certainly didn’t have to worry as I initially did before finding a Bucerias dentist, like Selene at Centro Odontologico de La Bahia, on the Riviera Nayarit.

So if your looking for a professional and top-of -the-line dental equipment, go to Centro Odontologico de La Bahia and see Selene. She gives the best dental care! I am so happy to find such a great Bucerias Dentist!

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Mexican Recipes & Riviera Nayarit Restaurants

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Aug 252012

Authentic Mexican Dishes & Riviera Nayarit Restaurants

Living on the Riviera Nayarit all year allows me the experience of getting to know the many authentic flavors of Mexico, and there are many delicious restaurants in the smaller pueblos that line the Riviera Nayarit.

From Chacala, La Penita, Guayabitos and Lo de Marcos,down to San Pancho, Sayulita and Bucerias and Nuevo Vallarta, you will find different and amazing authentic creations varying in style and price.

Come and visit the Riviera Nayarit; Authentic Mexico where you can discover small towns, cobblestone roads, and great authentic Mexican food!

Cheap Tacos are great, however…..

All over the Riviera Nayarit and all of Mexico, you will find taco carts and stands, selling tacos for about 10 pesos a taco. These taco stands are commonly referred to as “cheap tacos” because they only cost about 10 pesos per each delicious taco! You can get adobada, pastor, tongue tacos, some with cow head and seos, (the brain of the cow) and asada beef. I usually go for the adobada…very tasty, staying away from the brains and head of the cow. These yummy tacos are served with all different kinds of sauces, red and green, avocado sauce, limes and radishes. They use Styrofoam plates, covered in plastic so no washing is necessary, since they are out on the street. These tacos are delicious, and every week I venture out at least once for “cheap tacos.
However, sometimes one gets “burned out’ on the “cheap taco’ and needs a little more.

Favorite Authentic Mexico Cuisine Dishes

Many traditional Mexican dishes have indigenous and Spanish influences, making each bite flavorful, healthy and unique. From gourmet Mexican dining to street food, Mexico has a wide variety of dishes that will make your mouth water. Most dishes are served with beans and rice, a small side of salad, and they usually bring chips and salsa to your table. This is a different Mexican dish, a little less traditional, yet super tasty. Fried Avocado in a light panco batter. Very Unique and really delicious creations from Sayulita Restaurant Fuego Grill.

So grab a cold cerveza (beer) or a margarita with a shot of tequila, Mexico’s favorite drink, and try some of these Authentic Mexican Dishes for yourself! In fact, if you visit the Bucerias restaurant Miguel Angel Restaurant and Bar in Bucerias, tell Miguel RivieraNayaritFun sent you and receive a free margarita!

1. Carnitas (kahr-NEE-tahs) – Carnitas, meaning “little meats”, and for that way of cooking the pork. This dish is made from heavily marbled pork that has been fried and then roasted. The meat is seasoned, shredded, and served in the middle of corn tortillas. In Mexico, all of the food is served with all kinds of toppings set out in front of you to choose from. You can top your carnitas with a combination of cilantro, guacamole, diced onion, salsa, refried beans, radishes and of course, a squeeze of lime.

2. Ceviche (seh-VEE-cheh) – A Pacific Coast dish, ceviche is one of the favorites among national and international diners. Marinated in lime or lemon juice, fresh seafood (fish, octopus, scallops and shrimp) is mixed with cilantro, avocado, garlic, chiles, and red onions tomatoes for a salad or entrée. There is nothing better when it come to Ceviche that is made with the fresh catch of the day in the small fishing villages along the Riviera Nayarit, including at the La Cruz marina which is right next to Bucerias Mexico.
Ceviche dates back to Pre-Colombian civilizations when the Incas marinated their fish in chichi, a fermented beer. The solution cooked the fish, and the dish caught on, so much so that other Latin American countries have their own versions. Peruvian ceviche is served spicy and is supposed to cure hangovers while Ecuadorian ceviche is soupy and is served with popcorn.

3. Chilaquiles (chee-lah-KEE-lehs) – Chilaquiles comes from the Nahuatl word chil-a-quilitl, meaning “herbs or greens in chili broth”. Mexicans really love this dish, and you probably will too! Toasted tortilla chips are baked with chicken, cheese, or scrambled eggs. Chilaquiles are then drizzled with crema (sour cream) and sprinkled with white cheese, chopped onions or cilantro. Like most Mexican dishes, the version you sample is dependent upon the region in which you are dining. Mexico City likes their chilaquiles with a spicy tomato sauce and a topping of epazote. Guadalajara likes their chilaquiles thick and hearty with a lot of tortillas, cream and onion. In Bucerias Mexico they serve their Chilaquiles more like Guadalajara, sometimes served with shrimp or chicken. They say its great for a hangover!

4. Enchiladas Verdes (ehn-chee-LAH-dahs VEHR-dehs) – Enchiladas are loved by Mexican food fans all over the world. Enchilada means “in chile”, and true to its meaning, enchiladas verdes (green) swim in a bold sauce made of boiled tomatillos, Serrano chile peppers and sour cream. Commonly thought of as street food, this hearty comfort food is made up of a shredded chicken stuffed inside a corn tortilla that is either folded in half or rolled. It is then smothered with salsa and topped with crema and white Mexican cheese, which is a little salty.
At home some Mexicans cook their enchiladas by frying the tortillas on a grill with the sauce, and roll very little into the tortilla, served with some cheese sprinkled on top, with avocado and other sides.

5. Ensalada de Caesar (ehn-sah-LAH-dah deh SEH-sar) – Most foodies credit restaurateur Caesar Cardini (1896-1956) for the invention of the salad that bears his name. It was a busy July 4th weekend in 1924 when Caesar ran short of food at his Tijuana restaurant in northwestern Mexico. He whipped together a dressing of garlic, Italian olive oil, imported Parmesan cheese, boiled eggs and Worcestershire sauce. He then poured it over Romaine lettuce leaves and topped the salad with croutons. A few years later, Caesar’s brother and Italian Air Force pilot, Alex Cardini, added anchovies. Today, Caesar Salad is one of the most popular salads in North America. You can find Caesar salads everywhere. Sometimes they cut the Romaine lettuce in small strips instead of the larger pieces found in American restaurants.

6. Mole Poblano (MOH-leh poh-BLAH-noh) – Mole is derived from the Nahuatl word milli meaning sauce or “concoction”. It’s a dark, thick sauce made of unsweetened chocolate, spices, a wide variety of chiles and up to 100 other ingredients such as nuts, bread, cinnamon, sugar, lard, plantains and cloves. This uniquely Mexican sauce is time consuming to make and almost every Mexican home has their own recipe. While we know mole comes from the mountainous city of Puebla, Mexico, there are many legends regarding its creation. Some say it dates back to the 16th century when an Archbishop was visiting the nuns of Convent of Santa Rosa in Puebla de los Angeles. With fervent prayers and much chopping, the sisters made up a concoction of what few ingredients they had in their cupboards and presented their honored guest with this delightfully flavored sauce.
Other food historians believe mole poblano dates back to Moctezuma, the Aztec king. When Moctezuma greeted the conquistadors, who were thought of as gods, he served mole to Cortez. Of course, other theories exist but one thing is for certain, mole is a favorite across the country and internationally, and one of the Riviera Nayarit’s favorite sauces.

7. Pozole (poh-ZO-leh) – The word pozole is taken from the indigenous language Nahuatl meaning “froth”. Passed down from generation to generation, this culinary favorite enjoys a Pre-Columbian history. It is said to have been created in Tonalá as meal for religious purposes. Ingredients included human flesh, but today, pozole is a broth-like soup that is made from hominy and shredded
pork or chicken. Depending upon the region of Mexico, pozole is made to reflect the tastes of the people. For example, in Guerrero, green tomatoes are added. In Michoacán, pork rinds are added. In the State of Nayarit, pozole is made with pork and dried poblano peppers. Once dished, pozole is often topped with lettuce, onion, oregano, radish, lime and of course, chile, making this dish very popular all over the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico.

8. Tamales (tah-MAH-lehs) – Tamales are tasty meals steamed and wrapped inside a banana leaf or corn husk. Ingredients can include beans, meats, tomato, mole, cheese, chiles, potatoes, pineapple, corn and red or green salsa. Tamales date back to the pre-Columbian era when the process of nix-tamalization (the process of field corn with wood ashes) softened the corn for digestion. Tamales are said to have been served by the Aztecs to the Spaniards in the 1550′s. Throughout the centuries, tamales have remained a favorite meal.
You will find the best homemade tamales on the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico. Traditionally, the Mexican wives along with their daughters and sisters will make the tamales and the husbands will go out and sell them. Tamales are a lot of work, and it takes at least 3 people to make a lot of them. I buy mine weekly from a guy that drives his small motorbike (with a hot cooler on the back to keep them warm) by my casa yelling out Tamles..pollo..camarone (chicken, shrimp). I pay 10 pesos for each delicious one! YUM! (less than one dollar each.)

9. Torta (TORT-teh) – If you are a sandwich fan, then look no further. The Mexican sandwich, or torta, was first introduced in Puebla, but when you travel the country, you will be treated to all sorts of torta combinations. These sandwiches are made with special Mexican bread called bolillo or telera. Either is cut in half horizontally and spread with bean, avocado, or mayo. Then the fun begins. Other ingredients such as pork, steak, chicken, chorizo, fish or ham. To top off the torta, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, chiles
and salsa can be added. With a quick pass over a grill, and the toasted torta is ready to eat.

Once you’ve discovered your favorite Mexican dish, don’t forget to try a piece of flan ( Mexican custard), and other amazing dessert dishes their amazing sweet breads of all kinds, or a cup of traditional Mexican hot chocolate. With such delicious goodness, it’s hard not to become a Mexican food lover.

During the summer season, many restaurants are closed. However, some do say open all year around. Click on these links and discover local and open Riviera Nayarit Restaurnats and how great food in Mexico can taste! Eating and enjoying delicious food is one of the best things about life!

Visit the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico and discover the amazing variety of restaurants, from the Bucerias beach restaurants, fine American cuisine like Marks Bar and Grill, and the wonderful authentic Mexican restaurants delicious cuisine like Miguel Angel Restaurant and Bar on the Main Plaza in Bucerias, or the most romantic Sayulita Restaruant, O Restaurant.

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Riviera Nayarit Transportation and Taxi Service in Mexico

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Aug 152012

Riviera Nayarit Taxi and Transportation Service

When you go on a Riviera Nayarit vacation, you will want to discover many different areas, and finding the right Riviera Nayarit Transportation or Taxi service that is reliable and comfortable, not only for Riviera Nayarit vacation tours, but especially for Puerto Vallarta airport taxi and transportation service, as you want to be picked up and delivered on time for your international flight in Mexico.
If you’re interested in going to Riviera Nayarit Mexico there are plenty of options for selecting taxis and transportation services as they can help you to get all around the area. Riviera Nayarit transportation and tour companies will help you to see all of the sites that you want to see any area and also help you to get from the airport to your hotel room or resort. Finding transportation and taxi travel in Riviera Nayarit is crucial and there are some the options that you have to choose from for getting around this area.

One of the most popular ways to get around Riviera Nayarit is to take a taxi. Taxi’s come in all shapes and sizes, from a small car, a SUV, van, or extended van, or large bus. Taxis can be purchased right at the airport for an easy getaway from your flight, but I think you will find it much more comfortable to have your transportation waiting for you with a lovely smile and a sign, as well as knowing how much it will cost upfront.
Getting a taxi from your hotel or from a resort is also quite easy as many services have front door pick up, and will take you anywhere you wish to go! The Riviera Nayarit transportation and taxi service is extremely reliable and has helped many tourists get around the island and to various tourist spots. Taxis are different in Mexico, and are only permitted to pick up in their designated areas.
Other professional transportation and taxi services are federally licensed, which means they can travel anywhere.
There is also a city bus option directly outside of the airport terminal that will provide you with great airport transportation. The bus only costs about 15 pesos which is extremely inexpensive. The pedestrian bus will allow you to get just about everywhere in the Riviera Nayarit, but if you are going far you will need to change buses.
You can also set up tours on large buses for larger groups.
Most folks prefer their own transportation and taxi service as it’s more secure and comfortable. Professional Riviera Nayarit transportation services provide you with cold drinks, moist towels for your face and hands and an upgrade vehicle that insures comfort and luxury.

Transportation Tours

If you need more than just airport transportation you may want to consider a professional transportation tour company. There are different kinds of Tour Services. Some are deluxe, and some not so deluxe. Deluxe serviceswill go just about anywhere, take you for a shopping excursion, deliver your groceries for you; out for a dinner or a tour around the town, or the Riviera Nayarit. Your choices will depend on your budget and comfort style. The Riviera Nayarit Tours are amazing, and I would recommend a insured, and certified drivers and tour guides for your adventures in Mexico.
Depending on your preference for Riviera Nayarit transportation and taxi there are plenty of different options. Looking into the route that you might have to take from the airport to your hotel could dictate the option that you wind up going with. Doing your research ahead of time and looking into your transportation options will help your Riviera Nayarit vacation and your transportation and taxi needs go with ease and grace, whether you are here for business, or on a super Riviera Nayarit Vacation!

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A New Hospital on the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico

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Aug 022012

A New Hospital in La Penita Mexico

This has been long over-due for the La Penita residents and part time winter residents, and we welcome the new Real Nayar Hospital to the Riviera Nayarit! Since opening to the public the first week of July, 2012, La Peñita’s Real Nayar Hospital has ran smoothly and efficiently. Built and directed by Dr. Roberto Robles Godinez Sr., this cutting-edge facility on the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico is currently offering emergency medical care, basic health care, and surgical services; including a supporting laboratory, pharmacy, state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, and personnel to support 15 patient rooms, nursery, and admitting

Hospital Services

At any given time up to five specialists and four nurses are on staff. Emergency services are available with three ambulances, two modern emergency rooms, and a separate admission’s room. Labor and delivery services include one delivery room and supportive care for complications and treatment of infants; a total of nine infants have been delivered as of August 1, 2012. Besides basic medical diagnostic equipment, Real Nayar Hospital is equipped with Computed Tomography (CT scans), X-ray, and sonography machines, as well as medical monitors, life support equipment, and medical laboratory equipment. In addition to services provided, a blood bank is planned to open in the very near future. Currently, the nearest blood bank in the Riviera Nayarit is in San Francisco, otherwise known as San Pancho, located about half-way between La Penita de Jaltemba and Nuevo Vallarta.

On average, the new La Penita hospital is visited by 15 to 20 patients per day, with 2 to 3 admitted overnight. The main clientele so far have been people of the local community, yet this hospital has been designed to accommodate non-nationals as well. According to Paramedic Arturo Gomez Ortiz, no patient will ever be turned away and the hospital will accept international insurance. Most of Real Nayar’s doctors have come from outside the La Penita de Jaltemba, though local doctors can attend their patients.

Hospital Rooms

During a tour of the entire hospital, given by Dr. Roberto Robles Godinez Jr., I was impressed with the cleanliness of every room. There was even toilet paper in the bathrooms! Several of the private in-patient rooms, all located on the second floor, included a private patio with table and chairs, sink and shower, television, and a couch-like bed for the patient’s visitors. An elevator is available for patients and persons with disabilities. These amenities are something I have not seen in Mexico, though I am sure they exist. In addition to the amazing building and services offered, I was surprised by the warmth and friendliness of the entire staff.

As a full time resident of La Penita de Jaltemba, I have had my share of medical issues. With two stays at different hospitals, and assisting friends in the hospital, my experience with the medical care in Mexico has been mostly negative. So, its good to know that the new Hospital Real Nayar in La Penita is here for all of us!

I was reassured that family members would not have to provide 24 hour basic nursing care to the patient, provide basic essentials such as toilet paper and soap, nor run to the pharmacy looking for needed medications that are essential to a patient’s survival. I feel extremely confidant that medical care provided by Real Nayar, located in La Penita de Jaltemba on the Riviera Nayarit, is comparable to the same, if not better than, medical services I have received in the United Sates of America.

Directions to Real Nayar Hospital

Feel free to visit the hospital and say hello to the staff and Doctor Roberto Robles Godinez Jr., specializing in ER, and Dr. Roberto Robles Godinez Sr., (right) who is also Chief of Staff. Real Nayar is located 1 block south of the main avenida and 1 block east of the town plaza on the corner of calles Alfredo V. Bonifil and Bahia de Banderas. The Emergency Room entrance is located on Bahia de Banderas.

Real Nayar Hospital
Alfredo V. Bonfil #18 (corner of Bahia de Banderas)
La Peñita de Jaltemba, Nayarit. Mexico 63720
(327) 274-3794

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