Claudia y Juan y Jennifer at The ShamrockJueves, Febrero Cuatro, Dos Mil Diez!
Some blue skies today, perfect for some pictures of 102 Sauce and surrounding area. I must apologize for the quality of my photos as my camera has decided to begin limping. The monitor is almost gone and only shows ghosts, so capturing Kodak moments will be rare. (as If I could before)
I headed towards the south end of town in search of a place called LaPosada deBucerias. I noticed a large tree, a victim of the big storm..(photos) Many power lines were tangled in it’s branches. Definitely an OSHA training opportunity.
LaPosada advertised Free wifi and some interesting white coffee. (white coffee is roasted very little and has much more caffeine than typical longer roasts, so I was told.) Found the place and the coffee was pretty good, but the internet connection really sucked. Coffee was expensive. So after a cup I left and found The Sweet Thing Bake Shop and Café. Lazaro Cardenas #64. Pablo recommended it. Great place with 10-12 tables and open for breakfast and lunch. I think their signature item is their huge sweet rolls. (or was it the waitresses) Café was 15p and not bad. Real coffee cups, not paper. (Did I ever tell you that I absolutely hate paper cups) A full breakfast cost 40-60 pesos, so one of the most reasonable places in the high end of town..
On the way to my office, I jotted down a few notes about some future dining spots. Eva’s Brickhouse has a 35% discount for dinner between 4:30 and 6:15pm. And Adriatico has 2 x 1 Cervezas from 3-6pm and their brick pizza oven looked very enticing. Sandrina’s was more reasonable than the other upscale places.
While at YoYo Mo’s, I got a call on my Mexican cell phone. Yeah! Pedro was calling from Sayulita using his computer and Skype. Worked great.
Got some more exploring to do, then to head back whilst checking out some local stands for good Mexican tacos. The Crazy Burrito adjacent to the noisy highway looked interesting but right next to it was a tiny place called Loncheria Paz with a handwritten sign which included ‘hambergesia grande con queso 22 pesos’ This I have to try. Half-way home I stopped at the Super and bought some dipping ketsup. Not a bad burger for under $2.00. Nap time.
5pm: Refreshed and rejuvenated, I hiked towards town. The sun was brilliant and beckoned me to la playa. (the beach) I turned North when I got near the water and walked along the road. The storm damage was extensive and workers were scrambling to repair the numerous pallapas over their casas and restaurants. However, the mood of locals and tourists was great and barkers continued to tempt potential patrons into their establishments. “Only for you tonight Senor, cinco cervezas por ochenta pesos!” Time for a pint at me pub!
Sharon was minding the pub when I arrived and there were a handful of tourists enjoying their steak and kidney pies. (Yes they serve traditional Irish pub food) Discovered that Sharon’s brother was owner of a 46’ Sailing Yacht called “Timpani” and it’s rented on a private basis for up to 10 persons. And it sails out of LaCruz just to the North of Bucerias. On some occasions, they have an open Saturday where singles or doubles can join a few others on the boat. From our talk, it appears that it would cost between $80 and $100 USD per person for a 6 hour excursion and that includes food and drink.
Met a VietNam vet, Steve, from Iowa and we traded stories regarding why two Midwesterners were talking/drinking in an Irish pub in Mexico. Natalie arrived a bit later looking stunning and took over the duties. Later a trio of locals from Puerto Vallarta arrived. Claudia and Jennifer, although I don’t think these were their real names. (photo) After a brief chat, it was time to take a hike.
Headed back home with the intent on a good book and Chinese food. Place closed, no Chinese for me! Aqua y Pan y Mermelada Fresa (water, bread and Strawberry Jam) tonight. Passed the 200 page point of my 600+ pg novel. Love it.
Midnight! Buenos Noches!
Some blue skies today, perfect for some pictures of 102 Sauce and surrounding area. I must apologize for the quality of my photos as my camera has decided to begin limping. The monitor is almost gone and only shows ghosts, so capturing Kodak moments will be rare. (as If I could before)
I headed towards the south end of town in search of a place called LaPosada deBucerias. I noticed a large tree, a victim of the big storm..(photos) Many power lines were tangled in it’s branches. Definitely an OSHA training opportunity.
LaPosada advertised Free wifi and some interesting white coffee. (white coffee is roasted very little and has much more caffeine than typical longer roasts, so I was told.) Found the place and the coffee was pretty good, but the internet connection really sucked. Coffee was expensive. So after a cup I left and found The Sweet Thing Bake Shop and Café. Lazaro Cardenas #64. Pablo recommended it. Great place with 10-12 tables and open for breakfast and lunch. I think their signature item is their huge sweet rolls. (or was it the waitresses) Café was 15p and not bad. Real coffee cups, not paper. (Did I ever tell you that I absolutely hate paper cups) A full breakfast cost 40-60 pesos, so one of the most reasonable places in the high end of town..
On the way to my office, I jotted down a few notes about some future dining spots. Eva’s Brickhouse has a 35% discount for dinner between 4:30 and 6:15pm. And Adriatico has 2 x 1 Cervezas from 3-6pm and their brick pizza oven looked very enticing. Sandrina’s was more reasonable than the other upscale places.
While at YoYo Mo’s, I got a call on my Mexican cell phone. Yeah! Pedro was calling from Sayulita using his computer and Skype. Worked great.
Got some more exploring to do, then to head back whilst checking out some local stands for good Mexican tacos. The Crazy Burrito adjacent to the noisy highway looked interesting but right next to it was a tiny place called Loncheria Paz with a handwritten sign which included ‘hambergesia grande con queso 22 pesos’ This I have to try. Half-way home I stopped at the Super and bought some dipping ketsup. Not a bad burger for under $2.00. Nap time.
5pm: Refreshed and rejuvenated, I hiked towards town. The sun was brilliant and beckoned me to la playa. (the beach) I turned North when I got near the water and walked along the road. The storm damage was extensive and workers were scrambling to repair the numerous pallapas over their casas and restaurants. However, the mood of locals and tourists was great and barkers continued to tempt potential patrons into their establishments. “Only for you tonight Senor, cinco cervezas por ochenta pesos!” Time for a pint at me pub!
Sharon was minding the pub when I arrived and there were a handful of tourists enjoying their steak and kidney pies. (Yes they serve traditional Irish pub food) Discovered that Sharon’s brother was owner of a 46’ Sailing Yacht called “Timpani” and it’s rented on a private basis for up to 10 persons. And it sails out of LaCruz just to the North of Bucerias. On some occasions, they have an open Saturday where singles or doubles can join a few others on the boat. From our talk, it appears that it would cost between $80 and $100 USD per person for a 6 hour excursion and that includes food and drink.
Met a VietNam vet, Steve, from Iowa and we traded stories regarding why two Midwesterners were talking/drinking in an Irish pub in Mexico. Natalie arrived a bit later looking stunning and took over the duties. Later a trio of locals from Puerto Vallarta arrived. Claudia and Jennifer, although I don’t think these were their real names. (photo) After a brief chat, it was time to take a hike.
Headed back home with the intent on a good book and Chinese food. Place closed, no Chinese for me! Aqua y Pan y Mermelada Fresa (water, bread and Strawberry Jam) tonight. Passed the 200 page point of my 600+ pg novel. Love it.
Midnight! Buenos Noches!
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