Chef: Natalia Reca – Apétit Catering Dish: Quinoa salad Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa 2 cups bone broth (or water) 2 cups fresh spinach 1 cup kale 1 cup grated carrots 1 cup grated cabbage 1 cucumber, sliced 1 avocado, sliced 1/2 cup sliced almonds 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Dressing: 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 2 cloves chopped garlic 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Cook the quinoa in bone broth according to package instructions, then let it cool. In a large bowl, add the cooled quinoa and spinach. In a smaller…
Have you heard? there’s a new wine bar in town! Sur 38 has quickly become the go-to spot for anyone looking for a casual glass of wine and catch-up with friends or a light tapas dinner paired with thoughtful wines. If that sounds like your kind of vibe, then this is the place for you! Can you tell me a bit about yourself? Aaron Osvaldo Lopez Chrisosto Born and raised in Puerto Vallarta, I moved to Sayulita 4 years ago to start the Casa Makawe hotel project. I already had the idea of keeping the space below the hotel open…
Recently, I was asked a potent question by a friend passing through town. “What is the biggest adjustment you’ve had to make living in Mexico?” My mind started racing with possibilities. Was it the barrage of dirt and dust that settles into every square inch of space? Was it the language barrier that creates an arms-length relationship with locals? Maybe it was the vendors around every corner selling trinkets, likely to feed their family. Or maybe it was replying with the standard and rehearsed “No hoy, pero muchas gracias,” for the fiftieth time. Perhaps it was relying on my own…
A Community Event funding Azul Sayu, A.C. Now in its 4th year, Trashion Fashion Sayulita returns even stronger on May 17th. Created by Flora Amor as a way of bringing the community together in a creative manner to raise awareness and funds for Sayulita’s recycling program operated by Azul Sayu, Trashion Fashion has now grown into an inspirational community event. This year’s event will be hosted by Frente al Punto and sponsored by Archara Restaurant, Ally Cat Charters, Chaman Creative Kitchen, Sayulita Fit, Sayulita Dream Weddings, Sunset Soiree and Villa Valentin. Twenty-four teams of designers and models, including a team…
This Month’s Sayulita life $5,000 peso donation goes to the Damian Carmona Primary School, Sayulita’s public school. Who is the donation intended for? I think the answer would be for the children of Sayulita and for the teachers of this school. At the primary school, there is a building made up of two rooms that have already been constructed, with three more rooms currently under construction. This space has been designated as the teacher’s house, providing a place for anyone who comes to provide educational services to the community to stay. By providing this accommodation, the school is demonstrating its…
Please tell me a bit about yourself. My name is Graciela Navarro, I have lived and worked in Sayulita for 20 years. I am originally from Michoacán, and for the past 10 years, my children Jose Luis and Janeth have been accompanying me on this beautiful journey of entrepreneurship and the opening of “Nirvanna”. How did you land in Sayulita? I enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere of the town, and since my family and I love the beach, I decided to pursue my dreams in this beautiful location. How long have you lived in Sayulita? 20 years What is your favorite…
Full Name: Guillermo Rodriguez Isiordia. Do you have a nickname “apodo” what does your nickname mean? They call me “El Guango”, There was a time when there was a governor who did not allow the sale of beer on Sundays, there was a rule that you would have to consume food first to be able to order an alcoholic beverage. One day, the restaurant was full, and I was cooking alone when a diver named “el verde” arrived with two baskets of oysters and asked if he could shuck them there, and then he ordered multiple beers. I was so…
Chef: Daniel Murillo – Mexotik Cocina Mexicana Creativa Dish: Mango Lasagna and Raspberry Citrus Sauce Ingredients: 1 can of condensed milk 1 Pack of cream cheese 4 Mangoes Zest of 1 lemon 2 packs of vanilla or coconut cookies, its best to use ones that are rectangular in shape. I won’t put a specific brand, just look for the one you like the best. Steps: Add the condensed milk, cream cheese, chopped mangoes and lemon zest to a blender. Blend for a few minutes until the mixture is smooth with no lumps. Then in a rectangular glass container, place a layer of cookies until…
Colectivo Floral focuses on creating unique floral arrangements for weddings and special events. This idea arose from seeing magical moments in which flowers play a very important role in events – the color, texture, and subtlety of floral arrangements can transform a space and provide a unique ambiance. Since then Miriam has created floral designs in Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Vallarta, and Tequila, Jalisco. How did you land in Sayulita? Colectivo Floral was born 13 years ago in the city of Guadalajara Jalisco, it arose from the love of flowers, decoration, and the organization of events. One of our…
Juan Echevarria, President of Ser Su Voz, Vice President Tracie Willis, and Treasurer Ana De La O, discussed their environmental project with us. On May 25th, 2022, they were granted a conservation concession for a 15-meter wide and 90-meter long strip of land along the river that falls under the “Zona Federal” designation. The Conagua national commission of water granted them this concession and they hold the official title for it. In August of last year, they had a sizeable conservation area that included trees and multiple species of animals such as; Woodpeckers, Mot Mot Birds, Chachalacas, Magpie Jays, Iguanas,…