Feature Post Featured business: Si Señor Restaurant
January 30, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

Si Señor Sayulita is a family-owned restaurant that started in 2018, located at one end of Sayulita beach, with stunning views of the Bahia and a beautiful oceanfront deck. Make sure to check this gem out, hidden away on the quiet waterfront path to Los Muertos beach. Vanessa Arriaga, the marketing and image manager for Si Señor spoke to us about the Sayulita location. Please tell me a bit about SI Señor?  Explore the true flavors of Mexico with an exquisite variety of seafood and snacks, while taking in the breathtaking views of the Sayulita Bahia. We serve freshly-caught seafood…

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Sayulita Food SAYULITA SUPPER CLUB: Kicking off January with a salad Recipe
January 10, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

We don’t usually get excited about salads, but this recipe will change your mind! Most ingredients were purchased at our local Mercado del Pueblo in Sayulita- every Friday from 10am – 2pm.  Ingredients: 1 can of chickpeas or an equivalent dry amount 2 cucumbers 1 bell pepper 1/4 red onion 50g of goats cheese 1 lemon 1 large clove of garlic olive oil salt and pepper Soaking the chickpeas helps to soften them, which can make them easier to cook and may also improve their nutritional value. It also helps to remove some of the indigestible sugars that can cause digestive discomfort. Place the chickpeas…

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Feature Post Featured Sayulita Business: Ysuri Wedding Planners
January 5, 2023 Natalia Reca 0Comment

I had the pleasure of speaking with María Ochoa, the wedding planner and all round organizer for Ysuri Wedding Planners. She told me a little about the business of creating these beautiful and memorable events and all of the services they offer in Sayulita. Please tell me a bit about yourself? Im a passionate wedding planner ready to make dreams come true with more than 6 years in the business of destination weddings. I have worked with many beautiful international couples that love the beach as much as I do. I have also worked in different states, and different climates…

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Sayulita Gives Back Sayulita Life’s January Donation: Conservación de Tortugas Sayulita A.C
December 29, 2022 Natalia Reca 0Comment

Sayulita Life’s $5,000 January Donation goes to the “Conservación de Tortugas Sayulita A.C”! I had the pleasure of speaking to Ren, the program manager of the organization, as well as a devoted volunteer. She spoke to me about the importance of protecting the Olive Ridley sea turtle and creating educational programs for the local schools.  The Olive Ridley sea turtle (Tortuga Golfina) is one of the seven species of sea turtles present in México. Currently, six of the seven species are listed as vulnerable or endangered, the Olive Ridley being one of them. In the Mexican Pacific, the Olive Ridley subpopulation is…

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Uncategorized Sayulita Supper Club: Xochi Dinner Review
December 22, 2022 Natalia Reca 0Comment

We were lucky enough to be invited to try out some of Xochi’s new menu items and exciting cocktail experience! Arriving early evening, we walked up the staircase enveloped with evocative paintings leading us onto the grand palapa-covered first floor. We began by testing out some of their unique cocktails on the menu. The first drink of the night was an elegant rose-pink beverage served in a martini glass, topped with a smoke-filled bubble. The drink was served with a glacé cherry on a stick which was used to puncture the bubble and release a smokey cloud. This was quite…

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Uncategorized Hurricane Roslyn Relief Efforts in Sayulita 2022
December 21, 2022 Natalia Reca 0Comment

Hurricane Roslyn Relief Efforts in Sayulita 2022 Hurricane Roslyn was the strongest Pacific hurricane to make landfall since Patricia in 2015. Hurricane warnings were issued by the Mexican government for the coast from Colima to Sinaloa and thousands of homes were evacuated and many activities such as school were suspended. The hurricane formed on October 20 off the southwestern coast of Mexico, moving northwest parallel to the coast by October 22, it intensified into a Category 4 hurricane and it made landfall on October 23 in northern Nayarit, with 120 mph (195 km/h) winds. Around 03:30 AM in Sayulita strong…

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Feature Post Featured Sayulita Business: Alma Mendez Photofilm
December 20, 2022 Natalia Reca 0Comment

Alma Mendez Photofilm in Sayulita offers a wide range of photography services including weddings, documentary photography, portrait photography for individuals and couples, and family photoshoots. Alma specializes in natural light photography to capture spontaneous and artistic photos in that precise moment that will be enjoyed for a lifetime. Alma kindly shared a little bit about herself and her business with us. Can you tell me a bit about yourself?  I am from the beautiful city of Colima, Mexico. It is close to the ocean, the mountains, a volcano, and so many varied landscapes in one place. And let me tell…

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Sayulita Food Sayulita Supper Club: Rainbow Beets Recipe
December 6, 2022 Natalia Reca 0Comment

This easy dish will wow your palate, and take you no more than a few minutes to throw together (not including prep time). Simply start by boiling or roasting beets, I like to purchase a variety of golden and regular beets at our local Sayulita Friday farmers market. I then like to prep seasoned olive oil, chop some garlic, and rosemary, add salt and pepper to taste, and saute for a few minutes until the garlic is golden brown. Using a thick greek unsweetened yogurt, spoon a generous amount onto the plate, lay sliced beets on top, and drizzle with…

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Feature Post Featured Sayulita Business: Real Tequila
December 5, 2022 Natalia Reca 0Comment

Real Tequila in Sayulita, Mexico distributes 100% pure blue agave distilled tequila with zero additives sourced by the finest tequila experts across Mexico. Real Tequila has compiled the best selection of tequila while preserving its culture and ensuring 100% agave flavor with zero additives. Jeff Hines, owner of Real Tequila kindly shared a little bit about himself and his business. Can you tell me a bit about yourself?  My name is Jeff Hines and I am from Calgary Alberta. I have owned property in Sayulita for 25 years and am currently building our forever home in Patzcuarito.  2. How did…

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Sayulita Gives Back Sayulita Life’s $5000 Donation Recipients: Azul Sayu, A.C
December 1, 2022 Natalia Reca 0Comment

Sayulitalife.com is very happy to support Azul Sayu, A.C. this month, and we hope you will too during their current online fundraising efforts to continue reducing trash. The $5000 donation will go towards setting up the 2023 recycling program, and allow for recycling to continue in Sayulita.  Azul Sayu, formally known as “Centro de Reciclaje de Sayulita”, is our local, not-for-profit recycling program.  Approximately 50% of our trash can be recycled in Mexico and Azul Sayu focuses on local education to reduce and recycle and provides local recycling services. Donations are tax-deductible in the US and can be made HERE….

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