Events

First Friday – February 2023

February 28, 2023 0
Another Friday — and it was fun!  The threat of rain drove us upstairs at La Buena Vida, which surprised those dining there! First Friday for March is the 3rd.  Do plan to be there and raise a glass in memory of Mary Henderson — godmother of Best Shirt Night!  [……]
News

From Costco to Your Door

February 28, 2023 0
Tired of doing that unavoidable Costco run up to Cancun every few months just to pick up that coffee that you can’t live without? You may be able to save a tank or two of gas by ordering online for home delivery! While you cannot order any frozen goods, or [……]
Culture

Mystika Immersive: A Tulum Must-Visit

February 28, 2023 0
Two weeks ago, I had the opportunity to visit Mystika Immersive. I’m going to try and explain our experience, but it’s almost too magical to explain. Located in the parking lot of the Tulum ruins, you purchase your tickets at a window and enter the building. You are flooded with [……]
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“Keeping it Akumal” – Update

February 28, 2023 0
I don’t even know where to start.  What a great, successful night at the Lol Ha dining room.  Almost 100 people in attendance, ready to eat, drink, dance and bid on the 50 items provided for the silent auction. Thanks to Laura Bush for her generosity in providing the main [……]
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Vecinos Annual Meetings Recap

February 28, 2023 0
The Vecinos de Akumal Norte, A.C. was established to interact with local government officials and to provide services to the community that are not provided by local government. This is a membership organization which depends on local dues-paying members to further its goals.  The organization’s website is located here: http://vecinosakumalnorte.org/ [……]
Events

Trivia Time Again!

February 28, 2023 0
Dig out your thinking caps!  And your wallets — Trivia tickets available at The General Store and Turtle Bay Restaurant and from Carly F.
Akumal Foodie

Avocados: They’re Actually Healthy

February 28, 2023 0
Sometimes called alligator pear or butter fruit, avocados are nutritious, versatile, and delicious.  Some call it a fruit, some call it a vegetable, however, the avocado (Persea americana) is actually a berry.  It is a member of the Lauraceae family, which includes the cinnamon tree. Avocados are Native of Mexico [……]
News

Ixchel-Gourmet

February 28, 2023 0
I recently learned about Ixchel-Gourmet on Facebook.  Based out of Playa del Carmen, it is a delivery service for organic meats, seafood and a few types of cheeses.  You can find their page, Ixchel-Gourmet, on Facebook. I texted the number on WhatsApp and had a really quick reply from Veronica.  [……]
News

Bits & Pieces – March 2023

February 28, 2023 0
A little this & that from the media. • Mexican fintech company will offer mortgages to foreigners  https://mexiconewsdaily.com/real-estate/mexican-fintech-company-offers-mortgages-foreigners/ • Tex-Mex Cuisine: Top 5 Examples of Americanized Mexican Food https://yucatanmagazine.com/tex-mex-cuisine-top-5-examples-of-americanized-mexican-food/ • You’re never too old for yoga https://www.theyoganomads.com/yoga-for-seniors/ • Nuevo León not the best option for Tesla plant, says AMLO https://mexiconewsdaily.com/business/nuevo-leon-not-best-mx-option-tesla/ [……]
Akumal Foodie

Baking 101: Mexican Flour 

February 28, 2023 0
 Mexican flour because of the way it’s milled, can be frustrating to work with if you’re used to flour in the U.S., Canada or other countries. Bakers, this column’s for you. I know you’ve had the same experience as me trying to use the white flour found on Mexico’s grocery [……]