MUSIC + RESTAURANTS + NIGHTLIFE + SPORTS + ART + PHOTOGRAPHS + EVENTS + CINE + REAL ESTATE
A LOCAL MAGAZINE PUERTO RICO JULIO/AGOSTO 2014 ISSUE 26 FREE
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UPFRONT 06 El Pastillo Golf Classic 07 Local Attractions 08 Semillas TASTE 08 Guias de Restaurantes y Barras 11 Cowboys 17 Cigarros ARTBEAT 18 Emilio Arraiza 24 Former Astronauts 26 Julia de Burgos LOCALDIRT 33 La Tierra Prometida
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From Farm to Table
Welcome to The Restaurant at La Casa Open 7am–10pm daily, by reservation only
Executive Chef, José Carles
Every Day is a Royal Banquet at La Casa La Casa Wine Tuesdays—50% off restaurant wine Italian Wednesdays Sushi & Crudo Thursdays Sunday Brunch Enjoy a variety of monthly dinner events including wine and food pairings, classical music concerts and many more!
For reservations, please contact our concierge at 787.609.5888, toll-free at 1.855.609.5888 or visit royalisabela.com
396 Ave Noel Estrada, Isabela, PR 00662
A Private Golf Community on Puerto Rico’s Northwest Coast • 21-Hole Links-Style Golf Course 20 Charming Casitas • Farm-to-Table Dining • Open-Air Bars • Private Walkway to Secluded Beach Tennis • Approximately 10 Miles (15-25 min) to Aguadilla International Airport with Non-Stop Service from JFK and Newark • 1 1/2 Hours to San Juan International Airport
EL PASTILLO CONSERVATION TRUST, A FOUNDATION CREATED TO PROTECT ONE OF OUR NATURAL WONDERS. El Pastillo Conservation Trust preserves a unique ecosystem found at El Pastillo Beach and its surrounding cliffs. This priceless natural resource encompasses crags, bluffs, dunes, wetlands and caves found along the northwestern coast of Puerto Rico. SHELTERING WILDLIFE
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The biologist and wildlife specialist, Dr. Joseph Chabert tells us about his research in the area: El Pastillo Beach is the nesting habitat for the endangered Leatherback Sea Turtle. With its distinctive leather-looking shell, the www.laislareaderpr.com | 06
Dermochelys coriacea seeks isolated beaches for laying its eggs. Through our monitoring program, we have been able to increase hatching success to 89%, surpassing the average of 65% on other beaches that also have good conditions for nesting.
Trust is proud to be one of the few areas where the Harlequin’s habitat is guaranteed protection. We also believe that we have the largest population of this endangered butterfly in Puerto Rico.
While our bird inventory stands at 65 species, we are certain that number will grow as we survey and annotate our vibrant bird population. The Puerto Rican Woodpecker, Bananaquit and Stripe-Headed Tanager are among the birds observed in Quebrada El Toro and young secondary forest. Grey Kingbird, Mockingbird and several species of finch can be sighted in pastures and areas with less vegetation, while the Little Blue Heron, Snowy Egret and a wide variety of other shorebirds live at El Pastillo Beach and the rocky promontories. The cliffs of Quebradillas and Isabela are also the main nesting habitat for the White-Tailed Tropicbirds. In February 2013, we sighted an endangered Yellow-Shouldered Blackbird. We hope our next inventory confirms this species as a resident.
El Pastillo Golf Classic 2014 a principal fundraising event for the trust. Â El Pastillo Golf Classic represents the most important fundraising event for the year. It is fast approaching on September 27, 2014. Â This golf tournament will be held at Royal Isabela Links, one of our main sponsors.
The butterfly is the most charismatic creature living at the Trust. Our field inventories have identified nearly 30 species of butterflies, including the endangered Harlequin, Atlantea tulita. We have observed the Harlequin laying eggs in its only host plant, commonly known as Eva Pins. The
The Trust is dedicated to safeguarding this pristine stretch of land and its amazing inhabitants for posterity. Volunteers and visitors alike have the opportunity to participate in and support. We invite you to get involved!
The publicist Mara Pagán, who donates her time as a volunteer for the Trust explains: “One of the Trust's main priorities is to increase our community's awareness and involvement to help insure the present and future enjoyment of this land for generations to come. This event will be a great opportunity to be part of our conservancy initiative, and to also enjoy a day of golf and camaraderie among all of our participants. Join us as a sponsor or be part of our volunteer team and help us to continue the work of the trust in this one-of-a-kind habitat, warmed by the Puerto Rican sun, and refreshed by Caribbean trade winds. All donations are 100% tax-deductible. El Pastillo Conservation Trust is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. For sponsorship and registration information please contact us at elpastillogolf@sionn.biz or 787.609.5888.
La Isla Reader no.26 julio/agosto 2014 Summer is here and every weekend there are almost limitless activities to pursue on the coast of the island. Scuba dive tours to the caves. Sailing, Paddle Boarding or surfing lessons. Visiting the cays on a kayak in Boqueron, or traveling to Vieques. Eating fresh organic produce at some of our restaurants. Sampling the famous seafood or pork at the amazing restaurants and up and coming food truck culture. Fiestas patronales in many of the towns with days of music and entertainment. Lots of the major festivals are announced online and a quick search will find an activity appropriate for your family our a night on the town. El verano está aquí y cada fin de semana hay actividades casi ilimitadas en la costa de la isla. Excursiones de buceo a las cuevas. Veleros, Paddle Boarding o lecciones de surf. Puedes visitar los cayos en un kayak en Boquerón, o viajar a Vieques. Comer productos orgánicos frescos en algunos de nuestros restaurantes. El muestreo de los famosos mariscos o pernil en los restaurantes increíbles y la creciente cultura de camiones de comida. Fiestas patronales en muchas de las ciudades con dias de música y el entretenimiento. Muchos de los grandes festivales se anuncian en línea y con una búsqueda rápida encontrarán una actividad apropiada para su familia o una noche en la ciudad. Saturdays at the Aguadilla Farmers Market Food, coffee, fresh bread, guarapo, are among my
favorites but thats not all, about 30 vendors gather from 8AM-12NOON. Great place to meet people and buy local goods from natural ice pops to health products and potted seedlings to start your own garden with. Check out Agudilla Farmers Market ad on page 16 in this issue. Sábados en Aguadilla Farmers Market La comida, el café, pan fresco, guarapo, están entre mis favoritos, pero eso no es todo, acerca de 30 vendedores se reúnen de 8am-12pm. Un gran lugar para encontrarse con amistades y comprar productos locales de paletas de hielo naturales a los productos de beneficio a la salud y plantas de semillero en macetas para empezar su propio jardín. Miren al anuncio de Aguadilla Farmers Market en la página 16 de esta edicion. A Friday evening at the Ramey Artwalk Good vibes and goodwill Ramey Artwalk will bring a way to connect our community with art, music and mother nature in a peaceful relaxing environment. A group of local artistes and musicians, we decided to bring something fresh and different to our community. Musicians practice their organic music and our local artists exhibiting their art in the Sandy Chatt forest just inside Gate 5 in Ramey. A new experience every Friday from 5:00 pm onwards. Not a flea market. For more information please call 787.632.6957 Sr. Santana or 787.517.4965 Sr. Fernandez Un evento para la comunidad. Todos los viernes a las 5:00 pm. Tendremos música, arte, comida, gente bella en un ambiente familiar y buena vibra A community event. Every Friday at 5:00 pm. We will have music, Art & crafts, food and more beautiful people with good vibe. Namaste www.laislareaderpr.com | 07
En medio de la naturaleza, en un espacio de paz y armonía, se esta creando un espacio de aprendizaje alternativo para niños entre 5 a 11 años inspirado en la pedagogía Waldorf. Semillas para una Nueva Humanidad es el sueño de una madre interesada en crear un espacio de aprendizaje que fomente el amor por aprender, la creatividad, la responsabilidad social y ecológica a la vez que apoye los intereses individuales de cada niño. Sus premisas fundamentales son simples: que el aprendizaje más profundo, efectivo y duradero sucede cuando es iniciado por el aprendiz; que todos somos creativos si se nos permite desarrollar nuestros propios talentos; que la mezcla de edades promueve el crecimiento de todos los miembros del grupo; y que la libertad es esencial para el desarrollo de la responsabilidad personal. Como parte del currículo se ofrecerán clases de arte, música, siembra, prácticas sustentables, yoga, fotografía, clases de cocina, entre otros. Matrícula abierta para el año escolar 2014-2015. Semillas está localizado en la carr. 115 en la colindancia de Aguada y Rincón. Para más detalles visite www.snhpuertorico.org, escriba a info@snhpuertorico.org o llame al (787) 297-8818. Estamos también en Facebook/snhpr
When children relate what they learn to their own experience, they are interested and alive, and what they learn becomes their own. Semillas para una Nueva Humanidad (Seeds for a New Humanity) is designed to foster this kind of learning. The new alternative school is located on a 5 acre land right in the borderline between Rincon and Aguada. A peaceful oasis surrounded by nature, a river and a huge variety of birds who sing all day to make the space one of peace and joy. The fundamental premises of the school are simple: that all people are curious by nature; that the most efficient, long-lasting, and profound learning takes place when started and pursued by the learner; that all people are creative if they are allowed to develop their unique talents; that age-mixing among students promotes growth in all members of the group; and that freedom is essential to the development of personal responsibility. Among our curriculum: art, music, agriculture, sprouting, yoga, photography, cooking classes and more. Registration now open for August 2014 for kids ages 5 to 11 but will continue to expand year by year with their older kids. For more infrmation visit www.snhpuertorico.org, email info@snhpuertorico.org or call (787) 297-8818. Like us on Facebook/snhpr.
ESTAURANT RESTAURANT T RESTAURANT RESTAURA TAURANT RESTAURANT R 300 LOUNGE, Aguadilla
NEW MENU!! Serving Tantalizing Appetizers, Gourmet Burgers, Wraps and more. Craft Beer, Wine,Premium Cocktails in a lounge setting. Daily Specials and Happy Hour! Tel: 787-890-5252 HOURS MON-THR 3PM-8PM Located inside the Aguadilla Bowling Alley FRIDAY 3PM-9PM ubicadsos dentro la Bolera de Aguadilla SAT 9AM - 9PM Base Ramey SUN OPEN LOUNGE
AREPAS TO GO & MORE…,Aguadilla
Ven a disfrutar de comida saludable 100% Venezolana… Arepas al horno rellenas con: carne mechada, pollo, pernil, camarón entre otras combinaciones, queso, habichuelas negras (pabellón, la pelúa, reina pepiada, la catira, la rumbera, la capressa entre otras).Crea tu combinación a gusto.También tenemos batidas de frutas naturales con leche de almendras o agua.Le agregamos semillas de chia, linaza, almendras, maca en polvo, cacao organico y más...Estamos ubicados en la Carr. 110 - km 9.0 - Bo. Maleza Alta, Aguadilla P.R. Tel. 939.645.6049 - Síguenos en F. Al lado de Farmacia La Maleza. Abiertos de martes a sábado de 11:30 AM @ 7:00 PM Te esperamos…
BOCA LOCA, Aguadilla
Modern and innovative, Boca Loca. The only alternative that presents the best of Latin America cuisine in one place. Enjoy a unique dining experience with traditional dishes from Columbia, Perú, Dominican Republic, Argentina, Brazil, Panama, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. Lunch menu starting at $5.95 Tuesday - Saturday. HOURS Tel: 787-882-7474 TUE-THR 11:30PM-9PM www.bocalocapr.com FRIDAY 11:30PM-10PM SATURDAY 12NOON-10PM 57 Stahl Street, Aguadilla Pueblo SUNDAY 12NOON-9PM in front of the Rompeolas
CIGAR CHALET, Aguadilla
The best cigars, craft whiskey, beer and rum. Come try our exclusive brand cigars - Cigarros Papiros 100% Puerto Rican, as well as, other internationally reknowned cigars. We also have a variety of flavored and natural cigarettes. 100% Tabacco cigarettes. Tel: 939-579-0914 Road 110, next to Icons Espresso Bar, near Ramey Base cigarchalet@gmail.com
COWBOYS, Rincon
Cantina & Steakhouse, Ride a horse with excitement and energy. Huge screen to watch your favorite sport, show or music video. Road 115 km 11.6 int, Rincon, PR 00677 HOURS Phone: (787) 370-5835 THR-FRI 5PM -10PM www.cowboysrincon.com SATURDAY 12PM-10PM SUNDAY 12PM-9:30PM
DANTES CAFE, Isabela
Tu nuevo lugar en Isabela para desgustar de un buen cafe. Ven y disfrua de: Espresso, Latte, Cappuccino, Macchiato, “frozen coffee” y “iced coffee”, variedad de refrescos, batidas y smoothies, postres, wraps y pannini’s. Tel: 939-286-6251 LUNES 9PM-5PM Carr. #2, Km 110.1 MARTES-SABADO 9AM-9PM DOMINGO 3PM-9PM Marginal frente a SEARS
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ESTAURANT RESTAURANT T RESTAURANT RESTAURA TAURANT RESTAURANT R EL SIร N, Aguadilla
Typical Peruvian Cuisine. Ceviche, Papa a la Huancaina, Purple Corn juice and other natural fruit juices. Shaded outdoor seating in a tropical ambiance. Lunch Speicals starting from $4. Open Monday-Friday 10:30-3:00pm 182-A Calle Belt Base ramey, 00603 Aguadilla, Puerto Rico (Just after the Ramey Shopping Center, Across from CORA University) (787) 658-7172
FRANCACHELA, Aguadilla
Francachela arises when friends gather to have fun. And we have the elements for it to be fulfilled; Spanish tapas and great wine, Mexican dishes, stuffed hambergers, and craft beers. As well as, creative sushi rolls and artisanal pizzas. MON: 11:30AM-10PM Tel. 787-882-7475 TUE: CLOSED 61 Stahl Street, Aguadilla Pueblo WED-THR: 5PM-10PM (in front of Rompeolas) FRI-SAT: 5PM-LATE SUNDAY: 3PM-9PM
FRIJOLES Y CHILANGAS, Aguadilla
Since 2008 serving tasty Mexican and International dishes. Creating wonderful memories for thousands of customers. So... come on over, sit back and enjoy your meal with your favorite Margarita! Inquiries, reservations or take out: 787-692-3204 State Rd. 110, Km 8.6 Aguadilla Open daily from 11am Good Food~Good Prices~Happy Mood
LA ANA DE COFRESI, Villa Cofresi, Rincรณn
Specializing in the true and best ANGUS beef in the area, fresh local fish, jumbo shrimp and Puertorrican delicacies. Outdoor/Indoor seating. Banquet Hall available for special events. Check out our beach bar just tsteps from the ocean where you can enjoy the best sunsets in Rincon while enjoying the Pirate Special, served in a coconut. Mon-Fri 5pm-10pm, Sat & Sun 12 noon - 10pm Breakfast served from 8am - 11am. Rd. 115, Km 12.0, Rincon. TEL: 787-843-2350 WWW.VILLACOFRESI.COM
LA FRONTERA, Aguada
Mexican Food & Cantina Bar. Recetas autenticas de Mexico: tacos, burritos, chimichanga, fajitas,quesadillas, nachos, taco salad, pozole y mรกs. Deliciosas Margaritas, hechas de las mejores Tequilas -100% Agave: Patron, Jose Cuervo, 1800, Camarenay Casa Noble. Cerrado lunes. Cantina abierta: dom. a juev. 11AM - 12AM Cocina abierta: martes a juev. y dom. 11AM-10PM, vier. y sab. 11AM-2AM viernes y sรกbado 11AM-11PM Tel. (787) 252-9999 Carr. 115 Calle Colon #1, entrada Urb. San Francisco www.lacantina.com
PALMAS CAFE, Aguadilla
Serving International cuisine using the freshest of ingredients. Daily specials. Full Pasta menu, great homemade burgers and fish sandwiches. Vegetrian and vegan options. Selection of beer and wine available. Tue - Thu: 11:00 am - 3:30 pm, Fri - Sat: 11:00 am - 8:30 pm Phone: (787) 890-4433 Email: palmascafe110@gmail.com PR 110 km. 7.3 int., Aguadilla, Puerto Rico (at Jobos blinking light)
business; her family owns the famous Rincon restaurant, Villa Cofressi. Rita had a clear vision of what she wanted for Cowboys. The décor feels like you’re at a BBQ joint in the heart of Texas. There are dozen’s of clever hand painted signs with fun slogans and messages hung around the restaurant. Cowboy’s caters to families and has ample seating for larger groups of people. Located about 1 mile off of Carr. 115 in Rincon; Cowboy’s lives up to it’s name in every way. Cowboy’s is an open-air, ranch-style restaurant located among pastures of rolling green hills; these pastures are home to a few horses, some cattle, and lot’s of mango trees Cowboy’s has ample parking and lots of open, grass filled space for children to play and run-around. The property also has a small arena with a pony, offering complimentary pony & horse rides for guests.
With a name like “Cowboy’s” you know you’re in for some great BBQ! Cowboy‘s specialty is their ribs, which are grilled on the restaurants’ open-flame, wood-burning grill. Cowboys’, uses only mango tree wood for their grill, which gives everything a nice smokey flavor, with a slight hint of the tropics. The ribs were juicy and tender; served with a delicious, sweet and tangy sauce- that you can
only find at Cowboys! For side dishes, I tried the grilled sweet potato that came with butter and cinnamon. Yummy! The Arroz mamposteao con cilantrillo y amarillitos were also delicious as they were flavored with a rich smokey flavor and sweet plantains. The service was excellent and parking was very easy. The Mojitos were incredible; I loved the coconut one! Cowboys is a great place to go for a unique and memorable dining experience, with great food and drinks. To see the menu and learn about upcoming live music and specials, please visit: www.facebook.com/cowboysrincon or www.cowboysrincon.com
Opened up just about 6 months ago, the owner/creator of Cowboys, Rita Carrero has spent her entire life in the restaurant
Situado una milla de la Carr. 115 en Rincón; Cowboy’s logra vivir su nombre en todos los sentidos. Cowboy’s es un restaurante de estilo rancho al aire libre situado entre praderas de colinas verdes; estos pastos son el hogar de algunos caballos, algo de ganado y muchos árboles de mango. Cowboy’s tiene un amplio estacionamiento y mucho espacio abierto con grama para que los niños jueguen y corran alrededor. La propiedad también cuenta con un pequeño pony y ofrecen paseos gratuitos en el pony o el caballo a los clientes. Hace apenas 6 meses que abre sus puertas. La propietaria/creadora de Cowboy’s, Rita Caro ha pasado toda su vida en el negocio de los restaurantes. Su familia es propietaria del famoso restaurante en Rincón, La Ana de Villa Cofresi. Rita tenía una visión clara de lo que quería para Cowboy’s. La decoración se siente como si estuvieras
en una barbacoa justo en el corazón de Texas. Hay muchos letreros pintados a mano con lemas y mensajes divertidos colgado alrededor del restaurante. Cowboy’s es un restaurante familiar y cuenta con amplios asientos para grupos grandes. Con un nombre como “Cowboy's", de seguro que la barbacoa va ser deliciosa! La especialidad de Cowboys’ son sus costillas a la parrilla a llama abierta con leña. Cowboy’s utiliza sólo la madera de árboles de mango para su parrilla, lo que le da agradable sabor ahumado, con un toque tropical. Las costillas estaban jugosas y tiernas; servidas con una deliciosa, dulce y picante salsa, que sólo se puede encontrar en el Cowboy’s! Los acompañantes que probé fue la batata asada con mante-
quilla y canela. Yummy! El Arroz mamposteao con cilantrillo y amarillitos también eran deliciosos. Es un Plato muy sabroso con un rico sabor ahumado El servicio era excelente y fue muy fácil estacionarse. Los mojitos estaban increíbles; me encantó el de coco! Cowboy’s es un gran lugar para ir y tener una experiencia gastronómica única e inolvidable, con buena comida y bebidas. Para ver el menú, aprender acerca de los próximos eventos de música en vivo y promociones especiales, visite: www.facebook.com / cowboysrincon www.cowboysrincon.com
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ESTAURANT RESTAURANT T RESTAURANT RESTAURA TAURANT RESTAURANT R MI CASITA TROPICAL,Jobos Beach, Isabela
Caribbean flavor made from the freshest ingredients, since 1993. Fresh fish caught locally. Serving seafood, steaks, hamburgers and pastas. Daily happy hour and nightly entertainment. Open Wed - Sun: 12 pm & on Tel. 787-872-5510 at Jobos Beach, Isabela
OCEAN FRONT, Jobos Beach, Isabela
Creative Caribbean - Exotic Cuisine. Seafood and Steaks with unique and fresh ingredients. Sit at the edge of the ocean, surrounded by the seductive tropical breezes and the sound of crashing waves. Guaranteed to exceed your expectations! Live music Fridays and Saturdays on our Ocean Deck. Tel. 787-972-3339 Carr. 4466 Bo. Bajuras Sector Playa Jobos, Isabela
OLA LOLA’S, Isabela/Aguadilla
Fabulous food and drinks in a laid-back beach atmosphere. Amazing burgers, weekly specials, Signature Dips, specialty drinks and craft beers - afternoons and HOURS evenings. And now, the breakfast club @ Ola FRI-MON 6:30AM-9PM Lola’s features brunch and lunch specials; TUE 6:30AM-2PM mornings through midday. WED-THR CLOSED Playa Shacks, Isabela near Villa Montaña and Villa Tropical Tel. 787.872.1230
ONE TEN THAI, Aguadilla
EAT : Southeast-Asian inspired cuisine using fresh ingredients and local flavors. DRINK : A Variety of over 70 craft beers from Puerto Rico & around the world and fine wines.. GATHER : For Local Music on weekends & Community events. Now taking advance reservations for groups of 7 to 16 people. Call Us! Tel: 787-890-0113 HOURS www.onetenthai.com WED-SAT 5PM-10PM Carr. 110, outside Gate 5 SUNDAY 5PM-9PM MON-TUE CLOSED
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PUB BAR NIGHTLIFE BAR NIGHTLIFE PU BAR NIGHTLIFE PUB B 300 LOUNGE, Base Ramey, Aguadilla
Great food, craft beers, wine and premium cocktails in a lounge setting. Daily and chill hour specials. Don’t miss Sexy Fridays and Playhouse Saturdays with the best DJ’s. Appetizer menu all night long. Tel: 787-890-5252 HOURS Located inside the Aguadilla Bowling Alley MON-THR 3PM-8PM Ubicados dentro la Bolera de Aguadilla FRIDAY 3PM-9PM SAT 9AM - 9PM Base Ramey in front of airport SUN OPEN LOUNGE
4 ACES BAR, Aguada
Martes/Tues: Happy Hours Corona Extra 12 oz. $1.50, Shots de Tequila Jose Cuervo $1.00, Don Q Cristal & Don Q Limón 14 oz. $3.00 Live DJ’s. Viernes: Medalla Light 12 oz $1.50 Bacardi y Bacardi Flavors 14 oz $3.00. Sábado: “Cocktail Night” Bacardi Mojitos, Margaritas, Strawberry Margaritas, Apple Martinis, Cosmopolitan, Long Island Ice Tea, all $ 4.00 Happy Hours Medalla Light 12oz $2.00. Domingo: Heineken & Heineken Premium Light 12 oz $2.00.
COPAS, Aguadilla
More than a wine bar/cellar this European inspired meeting place offers over 75 wine labels 40 whiskeys, and an assortment of over 20 tapas, it is an ideal spot for professionals, friends and family to join and have a good time. They have live shows almost every weekend from music to HOURS comedy. WED-THR 5PM-12PM FRI-SAT 5PM-2PM www.copas.com facebook/CopasPR SUNDAY 5PM-12MIDNIGHT Tel: 787-519-4241 Rd 110 Km 6.8 Aguadilla, PR
JULIOS SPORTS BAR, Villa Pesquera, Isabela
NEW MENU: Fritters, appetizers, seafood and organic salads. Full bar, coldest beers, blended drinks. Frapee’s. Live music on Saturday and Sunday. Family environment steps from the beach in Villa Pesquera, Isabela. Tel: 787-830-7483 Email: juliosbar1@hotmail.com
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OCEAN FRONT, Jobos Beach, Isabela
Ocean Deck “Beach Bar Bistro.” Best Happy Hours on the Beach. Live Music Fridays and Satudays. Top Shelf Specialty drinks, Cold Beer, Fine Wine. Come join us and we will blow your mind. Tel. 787-872-3339 Car. 4466 Bo. Bajuras Sector Playa Jobos, Isabela
THE BEER BOX, Aguadilla
A selection over 200 craft beers in stock from all over the world. Beer styles include American Pale Ale’s, IPA’s, Amber Ale’s, Wheat Ale’s, Belgian Ale’s and Lambics, German Hefeweizen’s, Pilsner’s and other lager’s and ale’s from other countries such as: Austria, the Netherlands UK and Puerto Rico. Old Harbor, Boqueron Brewing Co., Sierra Nevada, Harpoon, Chimay, Rogue, St. Bernardus, Abita, Paulaner, Ommegang, Founders, Bell’s, Goose Island, Anchor, Victory & dozens more... Tel: 787-384-9522 Road 110 Km 9.8 Gate 5 Plaza Aguadilla (next to Econo Supermarket) Mon-Wed 12 pm - 7 pm I Thur 12 pm - 10 pm I Fri-Sat 12 pm - 12 am I Sun 12pm - 5 pm
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Smoking rolled tobacco leaves began in the Americas hundreds of years ago and was introduced to Europe after Christopher Columbus' return from his first voyage in 1492. The word cigar originated from the Spanish cigarro, which in turn probably derives from sikar- the term for smoking used by the Maya. In Guatemala, a ceramic pot dating back to the tenth century features a Mayan smoking tobacco leaves tied together with a string. The English word came into general use in 1730. In a cigarette, the tobacco is chopped, treated and packaged by machines inside of paper wrappers. Cigars are made up of aged and cured whole tobacco leaves. Cigar manufacturing is a caribbean tradition and premium cigars continue to be hand rolled in a few tabacaleras in Puerto Rico. The Caribbean islands climate is perfect for growing tobacco. Cigars are made from full cured tobacco leaves, from bottom to top, thre leaves are named - volado, seco, viso, ligero and corona. Ligero leaves are at the top of the plant and are considered the strongest and most flavorful due to their direct exposure to sunlight. Ligero plays an important part in a cigar blend’s flavor. Due to the thick nature of this leaf, it is normally placed in the center of a cigar so that the surrounding filler can help it burn properly. A binder leaf is used to keep filler leaves together and gives a cigar its shape, after being pressed in a mold. The flavor and strength of the leaf become more subtle the lower you go in the primings. Tobacco leaves are harvested and aged using a process that combines the use of heat and shade to cure the leaves. The process takes between 25 and 45 days and varies substantially based upon climatic conditions and storage area of the harvested tobacco. The curing process is different based upon the type of tobacco and the desired color of the leaf. Next the tobacco is fermented under conditions designed to help the leaf dry slowly. Temperature and humidity are
controlled to ensure that the leaf continues to f e r m e n t properly. With proper care, leaves can be aged up to 50 years. This is where the flavor, burning and aroma are developed in the leaf. Puffing a cigar is about enjoying flavors. Combining one with port, cognac, bourbon or scotch, or red wine can bring out the flavor in a cigar. An India Pale Ale is also good companion for a cigar- which can overpower the flavor of many beers. I’ll have mine with a Martini.
Fumar hojas de tabaco enrollados se inició en las Américas hace cientos de años y fue introducida en Europa tras el regreso de Cristóbal Colón de su primer viaje en 1492. La palabra cigarro es origen español, que a su vez deriva probablemente de la palabra: sikar- el término utilizado por los mayas para fumar. En Guatemala, una olla de cerámica, que data del siglo X, cuenta con una elaboracion de un maya fumando hojas de tabaco atadas con una cuerda. La palabra Inglés, Cigar, entró en uso general en 1730. En un cigarrillo común, el tabaco se pica, luego es tratada y luego envasada por máquinas, dentro de envoltorios de papel. Los cigarros están hechos de hojas enteras del tabaco sin papel. Fabricación de los cigarros ha cido una gran una tradición caribeña y lo sigue siendo, todavía practican el arte de envolver y mezclar a mano, en unas cuantas tabacaleras locales. El clima de las islas caribeñas es perfecto para el cultivo del tabaco. Las cuales se cosechan y tratan. Desde la parte inferior de la planta a la cima las hojas son - volado, seco, viso, ligero y corona. Hojas ligero están en la parte
superior de la planta y son considerados los más fuertes y llenos de sabor, debido a su exposición directa a la luz solar. El ligero juega un papel muy importante en el sabor de la mezcla de un cigarro. Debido al espesor de esta hoja, se coloca normalmente, en el centro de un cigarro de manera que el relleno circundante puede ayudar a que se queme correctamente. Otra hoja de apegamento se utiliza para mantener las hojas de relleno juntos y después de ser presionado en un molde, le da al cigarro su forma. El sabor y la fuerza de las hojas se hacen más sutiles cuando vas disminuyendo en los pisos foliares. Las hojas de tabaco se cosechan y secan usando un proceso que combina el uso de calor y la sombra para madurar las hojas. El proceso dura entre 25 y 45 días, y varía en aplicación por las condiciones climáticas y la zona de almacenamiento del tabaco cosechado. El proceso del añejo es diferente según la hoja, el color deseado y el uso final del tabaco. A continuación, el tabaco se fermenta bajo condiciones diseñadas para ayudar a la hoja secar lentamente. La temperatura y la humedad se controlan para asegurar una fermentación propia. Con el ambiente adecuado pueden guardarse hasta 50 años. Aquí es donde los sabores, las características de la quema y el aroma se desarrollan en la hoja. Probar un cigarro se trata de disfrutar de sabores. Combinando uno con una gran bebida, el sabor de un cigarro realza. Porto, cognac, whisky, scotch o vino tinto. India Pale Ale es un buen compañero para un cigarro, aunque puede dominar el sabor de muchas cervezas. Con un Martini me antojo. www.laislareaderpr.com | 17
process is born from a preconceived idea, the study of compositional and chromatic possibilities, and the 'labor' of capturing or projecting the idea onto a 'support' by utilizing the proper pigments and materials. I mainly use mixed media and textural experimentation is one of my main processes
as a whole. From my first drawing to the most recent encounter between an idea and the blank canvas, or a note on a piece of paper. As an artist my function and purpose is to create and communicate about a theme or idea and spread it. My interest is in transmitting. My goals are not necessarily waiting for my art to speak about me. The presence of the individual in urban landscapes and city environments has become a recurrent theme in my paintings, although I have worked with a multiplicity of themes. Loneliness and desolation are also characterized in my work.” One can almost discern a certain subtle homage to the isolation felt in De Chiricos' work, the textures of Antoni Tapies, and in certain aspects to some cityscapes of the late Puerto Rican artists Tufiño, Ramon Frade, and Jose R. Oliver. “At a young age I would have fun drawing stuff, but it was during my college years at the University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez that I realized and decided that art and music were my motivation for existence. I abandoned the engineering and management careers and dived into the humanities at the Rio Piedras Campus. In spite of the criticism, and against all forecasts I've been involved and dedicated for over two decades to art and related fields which translates into full satisfaction.”
The work of Emilio “Milo” Arraiza is replete with a language that vociferates his process of keen and ponderous observation – the kind where you notice the slow pace, the dark angle, the deserted spot, the isolated man. The reflection of an unfriendly city, uncaring yet beautiful, enticing yet vengeful, full of unspoken dreams, spins the observer through a constantly stunning contrast between humanity and the lack thereof, in the pale and sometimes tragic urban environment. Having been in direct contact with this artist for almost a decade, I've noticed the progression of his symbolism towards a vision of aversion to the cold fractured concrete while concurrently expressing its perceived and inherent seduction. For Emilio “...life is a biological process added to a cumulus of experiences...” “...The individual gravitates in a cycle of opposites continuously. Life creates physical and mental weights and counterbalances that practically forces one to produce tangible, moral, and ideologic paintings. My creative www.laislareaderpr.com | 18
when working a painting.” “I maintain inspiration by observing, reading, and conjugating ideas continuously. The creative process can be unbound from the creation of a work. Inspiration exists at all times. Developing the idea is probably the most maddening part of the process... the technical aspect. In general, if I succeed in maintaining the original idea I then conclude the technical process, in other words I consider the work complete, although on occasions the objective or idea is not totally reached and I might either abandon it or transform it into something else. I think that creative processes are dynamic and the works of art change, evolve and they add on to other works and truly form the oeuvre of the artist. They are small parts of the whole.” When asked what makes his work unique or persuasive Milo states: “It would be easy to respond that my signature is the distinction in my work because at the moment I'm not trying to create a language or palette that I can be identified with. I view my work
Emilio currently exhibits in New York and is in the process of opening an art space in San Juan. To see more of his work you can check out his FB page.
La obra reciente de Emilio 'Milo' Arraiza esta repleta de un lenguaje que declama su agudo y ponderoso proceso de observación – ese tipo de observación donde percibes el paso lento, el ángulo oscuro, el espacio desolado, y el hombre aislado. El reflejo de una cuidad antipática, indiferente pero bella, tentadora y vengativa, llena de sueños silenciosos, baila al observador a través de un constante contraste turbador - entre lo fraterno y lo inhumano, en un ambiente urbano pálido y aveces trágico Estando en contacto directo con este artista por mas de una década, he notado la progresión de su simbolismo hacia una visión de aversión al frío y fracturado concreto mientras concurrentemente expresa la seducción percibida e inherente de la ciudad. Para Emilio “...la vida es un proceso biológico sumado a un cumulo de experiencias...” “El individuo gravita en un ciclo de opuestos continuamente. La vida crea pesos y contrapesos físicos y mentales que prácticamente obligan a producir obras tangibles, morales, e ideológicas. Mi proceso creativo nace de una idea preconcebida, el estudio de posibilidades compositivas y cromáticas y el oficio de plasmar esa idea sobre un soporte, mediante la mezcla de pigmentos propios. Utilizo mayormente el medio mixto y la experimentación textural predomina en el proceso de realizar un trabajo plástico” “Mantengo la inspiración observando, leyendo y conjugando ideas continuamente. El proceso creativo puede desligarse de la manufactura de un trabajo. La inspiración existe siempre. El desarrollar la idea tal vez es la etapa engorrosa del proceso...la parte técnica. Por lo general, si logro ceñirme a la idea original termino con el proceso técnico aunque en ocasiones podría ocurrir que ese producto no se alcanza totalmente y se abandona o se transforma en otra cosa. Pienso que los procesos creativos son dinámicos y las piezas de arte cambian y se suman unas a otras formando en si la obra de un artista. Son pequeñas partes de un todo.”
Cuando se le pregunta a Milo que elementos considera hacen su obra única o persuasiva declara: “Seria fácil responder que mi firma es el distintivo de mi propuesta plástica porque no prescribo crear un lenguaje o paleta que me identifique de inmediato. Mi trabajo lo visualizo como un todo. Desde el primer dibujo hasta el ultimo enfrentamiento de una idea sobre el blanco de lienzo o un apunte en un papelito. Soy un artista y mi función es crear y hablar sobre algún tema y difundirlo. Mi interés es transmitir. No esta entre mis metas esperar que mi obra hable sobre mi. La presencia del individuo en entornos y paisajes citadinos se ha ido convirtiendo en un tema recurrente en mi propuesta plástica aunque he trabajado multiplicidad de temas. La soledad o la desolación también caracterizan mi propuesta. Se puede tal vez discernir cierto homenaje sutil hacia el aislamiento que se siente en las obras de De Chirico, las
texturas de Antoni Tapies, y en instancias a ciertos aspectos de algunos paisajes urbanos de los fenecidos artistas puertorriqueños Tufiño, Ramon Frade, y Jose R. Oliver. “A temprana edad me entretenía dibujando pero fue en la universidad de Puerto Rico en Mayagüez que decidí que tanto el arte y la música eran mi motivación para existir, abandonando la carrera de ingeniería y gerencia para zambullirme en las humanidades en el campus riopedrense. A pesar de las criticas y contra todo pronostico llevo mas de dos décadas dedicado al arte y ramas relacionadas lo cual se traduce en satisfacción plena.” Emilio actualmente exhibe en Nueva York y esta en el proceso de abrir un espacio dedicado al arte en San Juan. Para ver mas de su obra puedes visitar su pagina en FB. www.laislareaderpr.com | 19
Music you can move to… Sounds like The Cure vs. Jack White at a beach party. Former Astronauts is an indie rock band from Aguadilla, PR. The vintage, underproduced,reverberated - garage band sound is mature beyond their years. Three childhood friends with the love for music. I was able to catch up with Adrian Kayvin- writer, singer, guitar player of Former Astronauts to ask a few questions about the band. LaIslaReader - What influenced your sound? AdrianKayvin- “We started playing in the garage, we had very little equipment and I had to scream over the amps and drums, I think the vocals and reverb drenched sound was formed by the equipment we had. But what influenced me the most are the bands of the 50ʼs like Frank Sinatra, Francoise Hardy. Also 60ʼs and 70ʼs music.” LIR - The group went on to win a band showcase under the moniker Heavy Smiles, which landed them a deal for a music video. Was that a turning point for the group? AK - “Yes. Thats when we decided to take it more seriously (changing their name to Former Astronauts)…were doing our own things right now but all of us are committed to making this last.” LIR- LIR - Do you have a favorite place to write music?
AK - “At the beach. The sounds of the beach, I even put them on at home to get the vibe for writing music.” LIR - Could you describe your sound in three words? AK - “Emotional, energetic….. and the feeling of being in a cave!” LIR - Any influential moments in life that inspired you to be a musician? AK - “Me and Moises flew to New York to see Tokyo Police Club. We were so young we had to get our moms to take us. But when I got in there and heard them, I knew if they could do it we could too.“
LIR - Do you have a mentor or person who inspires you? AK - “Dean Martin, that style… and recently, Conor Oberst of Brighteyes, my acoustic project Cardigan Academy is similar to what he is doing.” LIR - What are you listening to now? AK - “ Iʼm listening to this local band a lot - Maono. Also The Cure, Bad Bad Hats, Brighteyes, to name a few.” Their first studio release, the five track plus bonus - Uplifting Downers, is set for release on the 24th of July. Available on Amazon and Spotify June 22, 2014. Subsequent tour dates for Metro area to be announced.
Música para moverse ... Suena como The Cure vs Jack White en una fiesta de playa. Former Astronauts es una banda de rock indie de Aguadilla, PR. El vintage, underproduced, reverberó, sonido de garage band es madura para su edad. Tres amigos de la infancia, con el amor por la música. Tuve la oportunidad de ponerme al día con Adrian Kayvin - escritor, cantante y guitarrista de Former Astronauts para hacerle unas cuantas preguntas sobre la banda.
LIR - ¿Tienes un lugar preferido para escribir música? AK - "En la playa. Los sonidos de la playa y hasta en casa la uso para el ambiente de crear música.” LIR - ¿Podrías describir su sonido en tres palabras? AK - "emocional, energético ..... y la sensación de estar en una cueva!” LIR - ¿Algunos momentos influyentes en tu vida que te inspiraron a ser músico?
LaIslaReader - ¿Qué influyó en tu sonido? AdrianKayvin - “Empezamos tocando en el garaje, teníamos muy poco equipo y tuve que gritar sobre los amperios y los tambores, creo que la voz y la reverberación del sonido empapado fue formado por el equipo que teníamos. Pero lo que más me influyó en la mayoría, son las bandas de los años 50ʼs como Frank Sinatra y Francoise Hardy. Además de los 60ʼs y la música de los años 70ʼs. “ LIR - El grupo llegó a ganar una competencia de banda bajo el nombre de Heavy Smiles, lo que les consiguió contrato para un video musical. ¿Eso fue un punto de inflexión para el grupo? AK - “Sí. Eso es cuando nos decidimos a tomar más en serio (y lo cual inició el cambio de su nombre a Former Astronauts)...estamos haciendo nuestras propias cosas ahora mismo, pero todos estamos comprometidos".
AK - "Yo y Moises viajamos a NewYork para ver a Tokyo Police Club. Éramos tan jóvenes que nuestras madres nos tuvieron que acompañar. Cuando llegué allí y los escuché ví que si ellos podían hacerlo, nosotros podíamos también. " LIR - ¿Tiene un mentor o una persona que te inspira? AK - "Dean Martin, por su estilo ... y recientemente Conor Oberst de Brighteyes, mi proyecto acústico Cardigan Academy es similar a lo que él está haciendo." LIR - ¿Qué estás escuchando ahora? AK - "Estoy escuchando a la banda local - Maono. También The Cure, Bad Bad Hats y Brighteyes, para nombrar unos pocos. " Su primer álbum de estudio de cinco pistas mas una canción de bono - Uplifting Downers, tiene previsto su lanzamiento el 24 de julio 2014. Disponible en Amazon y Spotify desde el 22 de junio 2014. Fechas de conciertos para el área metro se anunciarán.
En conmemoración del Centenario de la fenecida poetisa Julia de Burgos celebramos con el poema contemporáneo “No eres Julia de Burgos...” del poeta Eric Landron en honor a Julia de Burgos, inspirado por su poesía y por la pintura “Punto de Vista” del pintor Alexander Rosado. In commemoration of the Centennial of the late Puerto Rican poet Julia de Burgos, we celebrate with the contemporary poem “You're not Julia de Burgos...” written by the poet Eric Landron in honor of Julia de Burgos, inspired by her poetry and by the painting “Punto de Vista” (Point of View) by the painter Alexander Rosado. You’re not Julia de Burgos… You’re not Julia, But you are the other Julia, voracious And eternally throbbing, Rustling In wanderings and in outdoor horizons, That names as your own captain Your’ untamed And navigating woman’s heart, You’re not Julia, But you are the other Julia that loves, loves, and loves, In the flesh, in excitement, and in hypnosis, Willing to an uncertain caress, To an intense surrender, And to daybreaks fervor.
No eres Julia de Burgos… No eres Julia, Pero eres la otra Julia, voraz y eternamente pulsada, Crujiente en andares y en horizontes a la intemperie que nombra como propio capitán su corazón bravío y navegante de mujer,
You’re not Julia, But you are the other Julia That struggles with life, That binds to life, That loams to life, That is destined to life.
No eres Julia, Pero eres la otra Julia que ama, ama y ama, en carne viva, excitación y en hipnosis, dispuesta a la caricia incierta, a la entrega intensa y al fervor del amanecer.
That carries an endless Poem In the waves of her gaze, And written with insomnia and in shadows But guarded in the vast randomness Of the memory of the intravenous river, That nurtures as a serum The blood of the sea.
No eres Julia, Pero eres la otra Julia que forcejea con la vida, que se ciñe a la vida, que se arcilla a la vida, que se destina a la vida,
You’re not Julia, But you are the other Julia, Yours and the incarnate…
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Eric Landron (translation by Alexander Rosado)
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Julia de Burgos (February 17, 1914 – July 6, 1953) was a poet from Puerto Rico. As an advocate of Puerto Rican independence, she served as Secretary General of the Daughters of Freedom, the women's branch of the Puerto Rican Nationalist Party.[6] She was also ancivil rights activist for women and African/Afro-Caribbean writers.
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Que carga un Poema inacabable en la ola de su mirada, y escrito a desvelos y a obscuras pero guardado al vasto azar de la memoria del río intravenoso que nutre como un suero la sangre del mar. No eres Julia pero eres la otra Julia, la tuya y la encarnada… Eric Landron
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