April 3, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

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…

March 31, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

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,…

March 28, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

This Month’s Sayulita life $5,000 peso donation goes to the senior club “Amigos de Corazon”. A wonderful hub for the older community of Sayulita, a place to gather, celebrate and socialize. Who is the donation going to?  The donation is going to the senior club “AMIGOS DE CORAZÓN” in Sayulita, Nayarit. What is the organization and what do they do?  The “AMIGOS DE CORAZÓN” senior club gathers every Thursday from 4 to 6 pm to discuss important topics regarding the well-being payments and key points for the members. Their main function is to welcome and defend the well-being of older…

March 23, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

Full Name: Irene Navarro Gutierrez   Age:  84 anos   Where are you originally from? Guadalajara How long have you lived in Sayulita?  50 years What initially brought you to Sayulita?  I had come to Sayulita for a vacation, I remember it was the most beautiful pristine beach. My husband had the opportunity to purchase a plot of land and so we would visit often. During our visit, a captain we had met invited us to his small adobe house and gifted us some fish, I have so many wonderful memories of this time.  This beach had quickly become a…

March 22, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

During my conversation with Earl Bell regarding GIS system services, he shared with me some information about his background and his impressive effort in producing maps for the Sayulita area. Can you tell us about your background and how you became interested in geographic information system (GIS) services? I got a bachelor’s degree in Geography from Texas Tech and then became a contractor for the military doing natural resource management projects in New Mexico.  I learned GIS while working on an erosion survey for the military.  Being a very visual person, I fell in love with the technology.  I later…

March 20, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

I had the pleasure of speaking with both Ana Encarnacion Lupercio and Guillermo Carillo Franco, owners of La Katrina restaurant. They kindly shared some stories on how they arrived to Sayulita and their time here spent as business owners. Can you tell me a little bit about yourself? We are Ana Encarnacion Lupercio and Guillermo Carillo Franco, we come from Nayarit, and my parents are born and raised in the Bahia de Banderas. I lived my youth in Puerto Vallarta, and 24 years ago, I went to the United States and lived there for 21 years. My children grew up…

March 20, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

The annual SUP OPEN event in Sayulita, which took place from March 10th to 12th, was a thrilling spectacle of athleticism and skill on the waves. With competitors from all over the world, the event featured a range of competitions including sprint racing, distance racing, technical races, and SUP surfing. The competitors showcased their talents in front of an enthusiastic crowd. The warm waters and perfect conditions in Sayulita provided the ideal backdrop for this exciting event, the competition was fierce as the surfers and paddleboarders battled it out for the top spots. From adrenaline-pumping technical and grueling endurance races…

March 6, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

Full Name: Santos Hernandez Ramirez Age: 46 Where are you originally from? San Andres Cohamiata Jalisco, a Wixárika (Huichol) village located in Mezquitic, Jalisco, Mexico, that governs itself autonomously. How long have you lived in Sayulita?  9 years Tell me a little bit about yourself? I work in the field of art, specifically creating cow and ceramic heads with Wixárika art. Despite not having formal schooling, I have been taught by my grandparents about culture, and I use this knowledge to support my family. The heads I create are considered sacred and must be cleansed of negative energy before being…

March 3, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

Aloha’s Catering in Sayulita offers a one-of-a-kind culinary experience that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether it’s through our handcrafted cocktails or delectable cuisine, you’re guaranteed to savor an explosion of flavors that celebrate authentic Mexican seasoning. We specialize in private catering that features fresh, locally sourced ingredients, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience. Let Aloha’s Catering transform your home into a private restaurant for an evening, perfect for entertaining family and friends. With us, you can expect nothing but the best, most delicious experience. Can you tell me a bit about yourself? I am the mother of 2 beautiful daughters,…

March 2, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

Sayulita is a small village on the south coast of Nayarit, Mexico, that was once home to few little houses made of sticks and thatched roofs. Today, it is one of the most popular magical towns in Mexico. The name Sayulita is said to have been given by a man who worked on the hacienda in the area. According to local chronicles, this man named the small town after his hometown, Sayula, Jalisco. He had worked at the hacienda and its main house was located where the town square is now. The celebration of February 24, known as “Las fiestas…