Vallarta Tribune - Issue 1169 August 29 - September 4, 2019

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Avoiding the Curse of the Iguana

The Healing Power of Plants

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ALL-INCLUSIVE NEWS AND ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE FOR PUERTO VALLARTA AND RIVIERA NAYARIT

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e have two new contributors this week – Robert Price, Founder, and Curator of the Vallarta Botanical Garden and Ricardo Mazcal, a fourth-generation herbalist with some history of The Healing Power of Plants. For both gentlemen, please send in queries or comments that relate to plants – the ones you are trying to grow on your terrace to be merely beautiful or something to supplement breakfast.

With another busy season on the horizon, I would love to know about new businesses that are just getting started and can use a bit of publicity to let people know who, what and where they are. Guillermo Wulff of Barrio Bistro told me about a friend’s new restaurant in Colonia Caloso called “D’Cortes.” Sandra Cesca and I went up to Chef Polo Cortes’ two-week-old restaurant for dinner. His space is tiny, so very inviting; we were comfortable from the second we walked in. The food was delightful; my filet was served on a block of pink Himalayan salt that kept everything hot and touched with tang. Open for lunch and dinner; find them at Via Lactea

#222. For reservations: 322 244 1144. It is superb.

A correction: Incanto Casino, the first one in Bucerias, serves an Executive Menu – not a buffet every day from 2 to 6 pm and costs only 70 pesos!

Viva Aerobus starts flying Tijuana/Vallarta direct in mid-December. Super for folks in Southern California and Northern Mexico to come and spend Christmas with us.

A recent letter to the editor had this to say…

“I want to add my voice to the concern over the dam on the Rio Horcones. Visitors come to Vallarta and Jalisco to enjoy the natural beauty of the area. Tourism is down slightly, and I do not think that condos built will increase tourism.

Water is essential to maintain the natural resources that attract so many. Building a dam would forever change the area, and cause massive loss of habitat. I hope that the Mayor and other officials of Vallarta realize that the treasure is in keeping the river flowing, and not building a dam for a few more condos. C.S.” Thank

you for taking the time to write. www.peaceanimals.org. “This blog includes reports on the free, mobile spay/neuter clinics held weekly in Puerto Vallarta and neighboring towns. In 2018, a total of 5,792 cats and dogs were sterilized and treated for fleas, ticks, parasites, and mange, if present. Information is also provided regarding animal adoptions and other efforts to help the pet overpopulation in the area of the Bay of Banderas. In Mexico, 70% of all cats and dogs live on the street, which accounts for the highest number of homeless animals in Latin America.”

The fantastic and tireless Gretchen DeWitt of Peace Animals found everywhere where cats and dogs need help. Any new people in Vallarta looking for a place to volunteer their time and/or money?

Please send Gretchen an email; her work has been tremendously helpful in and around Vallarta.

Who knows who will be where next week?

Until then, Saludos, Marcia Interim-Editor

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t the Vallarta Tribune we want you to have the best experience possible while you explore Puerto Vallarta, the Bay of Banderas and Riviera Nayarit. Here are some helpful tips for traveling.

TIME ZONE: The entire state of Jalisco and the southern part Nayarit are on Central time – if you’re heading further north than Lo de Marcos, Nayarit, remember the time change so you don’t miss your flight.

BUSES: A system of urban buses can bring you from El Tuito in the south to San Pancho in the north and all the spots in between.

Fares vary according to distances travelled, but the base fare is 10 pesos. If you’re going further than San Pancho, head to the main bus terminal to catch a ‘Pacifico’ bus.

TAXIS: There are set fares within defined zones of town. Do not enter a taxi without agreeing on the price with the driver. Make a note of the taxi number in case you leave something behind.

Drivers typically do not carry change.

UBER: New in 2017 to Puerto Vallarta, Uber is still experiencing some growing pains particularly in the state of Nayarit. Uber is cheaper than a taxi usually.

GETTING AROUND: In many places such as Centro Vallarta and Nuevo Vallarta there are paths for bikes and pedestrians. Please be respectful of these designations.

MONEY EXCHANGE: The most hassle-free way to exchange money is to use your debit card in the ATM to withdraw pesos.

Exchange houses offer higher rates and banks are remiss to change dollars to pesos if you don’t hold an account with them. Best to use ATM’s that are affiliated with a reputable bank located in well lit secure areas.

TIPPING: In general you should tip 10-20% in restaurants and bars. Taxi or Uber drivers – 10-20 pesos. The person who bags your groceries or helps load your car – 10-20 pesos. Don’t forget to tip

your maid, bell boy, masseuse, the band, the entertainment on your tour. And by all means, tip more if you want, wages are extremely low in Mexico.

DRINKING WATER: While Puerto Vallarta’s water has been awarded a certification of purity for the past two decades, the quality of the water tested at the source varies greatly from what comes out of the tap at the other end. Don’t wreck your holiday – buy bottle water.

EXPORTING PETS: Falling in love with the street dog outside your hotel is easy to do and it’s also easy to bring them home with you. The process is inexpensive and only takes a day or two.

You only need a certificate of health from a local vet and check with your airline for additional requirements.

COMMON SENSE: Just as you wouldn’t walk around your hometown drunk and belligerent, it is not acceptable to do that here.

While Mexico is a tolerant culture, politeness is paramount. Don’t pee in the streets. Don’t flash your money or expensive gadgets. Pay attention to your surroundings.

Know where you are going. Pay your bills (and don’t forget to tip).

And have fun!

DRINKING AND DRIVING: First off – just don’t. The consequences are not worth it. Taxis or Ubers are cheap and plentiful. Fines are very expensive. You can go to jail and your vehicle impounded. There are many checkstops on the weekends, and you will be asked to take a breathalizer test if they suspect you have been drinking.

LEGAL SYSTEM: Not knowing the law is not a valid excuse in Mexico, or anywhere. If you find yourself caught in a legal situation, be aware that often guilt is presumed until your innocence can be proven. This is a very difficult lesson to learn if you are visiting from the United States or Canada. Immediately contact your consulate for assistance.

Director Noemi Zamora noemi.zamora@cps.media Editor Lic. Madeline Milne mmilne@Vallartatribune.com Sales Team editor@vallartatribune.com Designer Cynthia Estela Andrade Gutiérrez cysandra@gmail.com

CALLING IN MEXICO

(UPDATED AUGUST 2019)

LOCAL CALLS WITHIN MEXICO All calls within Mexico can now be dialed using the 10-digit telephone number (usually a two- or three-digit area code plus an eight- or seven-digit number) from a landline or cell phone, eliminating the need for prefixes, such as 01, 044 or 045. In Mexico, most cities use a three-digit area code, notable exceptions being CDMX, Guadalajara and Monterrey.

LONG DISTANCE CALLS WITHIN MEXICO Same procedure as above applies.

LONG DISTANCE CALLS TO MEXICO FROM ABROAD If you are making a long-distance call to Mexico from abroad, simply add the country code (52) to the 10-digit number as described above.

Emergencies: 911 Red Cross: 065

INTERNATIONAL LONG-DISTANCE CALLS FROM MEXICO US & Canada: Dial 001 + Country Code + Area Code + Number Elsewhere: Dial 00 + Country Code + Area Code + Number

CALLING TOLL-FREE NUMBERS

(The following procedure predates the August 2019 update. We are waiting for specific information regarding toll-free calls within Mexico and to numbers elsewhere.)

Some toll-free numbers work from Mexico to the US and Canada, but many do not. Those that do work are often not toll-free. You need to dial a different prefix. To call the following toll free prefixes, dial as follows: 800 numbers Dial 001-880-then the number 866 numbers Dial 001-883-then the number 877 numbers Dial 001-882-then the number 888 numbers Dial 001-881-then the number

IMMIGRATION: 322.224.7719 CONSUMER PROTECTION: 01.800.468.8722

FIRE DEPARTMENT: 322.223.9476 AMBULANCE: 322.222.1533

TOURISM OFFICES Jalisco: 322.221.2676 Nayarit: 322.297.1006

Ahoy Cruisers!

CONSULATES American Consulate 24 hrs 01-332-268-2100 Canadian Consulate 322.293.0098 322.293.0099 24 hrs: 1.800.706.2900

In port this month

In the month of September and October Puerto Vallarta & Riviera Nayarit welcomes 59,044 passengers! Bienvenido!

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5 Mexican wines to try during the grape harvest season The suggested wines are from Baja California, Coahuila and Zacatecas

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ith the annual grape harvest season in full swing, this might be a good time to enjoy a glass or two of Mexican wine.

Vineyards around the country are holding events to celebrate the harvest, known in Spanish as la vendimia, and to coincide with the festivities, México Presenta — a made-in-Mexico promotional website — has published a list of five wines to try. If you are in Puerto Vallarta and want to learn more about Mexican wines check out Uncork Mexico for their weekly wine tastings and online wine shop of high quality local wines. (facebook.com/uncorkmexico/) Noble Cru Made by Baja California winemaker Solar Fortún, this red wine is a blend of mouvèdre, syrah, cabernet sauvignon and petit verdot grapes grown in Mexico’s premier wine region, the Valle de Guadalupe.

The wine is aged in barrels of French oak for 14 months and,

according to the maker, has notes of cherry, smoked bacon, licorice and anise.

It pairs well with red meats and retails for around 520 pesos a bottle.

Paréntesis This red, made by Tintos Nueva Era, is also from the Valle de Guadalupe. The wine is a blend of

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90% carignan and 10% cabernet sauvignon.

With notes of red berries, cinnamon and vanilla, Paréntesis pairs well with cured meats, mushroom-based dishes, pastas and Mexican classics such as enchiladas.

A bottle of the 2012 vintage sells for around 270 pesos.

Helios Described as having elements of air and fire, this white wine is made with 100% grenache blanc grapes that are commonly grown in certain regions of France and Spain.

AlXimia’s vineyard, however, is also located in the Valle de Guadalupe. The wine has a fruity nose with expressive aromas of pear, apples and citrus.

AlXimia says that Helios “is excellent as an aperitif, and a great accompaniment to oriental dishes, sashimi, sushi [and] fresh cheeses.”

It sells for around 280 pesos.

Casa Grande Gran Reserva Cabernet Made by Coahuila winemaker Casa Madero, this blend of 70% cabernet sauvignon and 30% shiraz is aged in French oak for 24 months.

The premium wine features aromas of red berries, tobacco and vanilla as well as spices such as cloves and star anise.

It pairs perfectly with turkey

in mole negro, lechón (suckling pig) or short ribs in a red wine sauce. A bottle retails for around 750 pesos.

Tierra Adentro Syrah Rounding out the five Mexican wines to try during the grape harvest season is this award-winning tipple from Zacatecas.

Aged for 12 months in both French and American oak, the wine has a complex, woody aroma with notes of berries and spices.

It pairs well with meats such as cabrito (young goat) and lamb as well as pasta, cheeses and Mexican food.

The wine keeps well for three to seven years and costs around 500 pesos a bottle.

Mexican winemakers produce about two million liters of wine annually, an amount that represents 30% of domestic consumption.

The latter is on the rise: in 2002 Mexicans drank 250 milliliters per capita. The figure is now 964 milliliters.

Original: Mexico News Daily

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On The Water Capt. Gregory Pilkington Greg@fishfc.com

Capt. Greg operates the sportfishing boat TOPLESS II out of Marina Riviera Nayarit at La Cruz.

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he waters in and off of the Bay of Banderas are a true natural treasure that everyone who visits the region should enjoy. Whether you just want to explore our fabulous beaches, bays and marine life, enjoy a part or full day of active sportfishing, or embark on a multi-day adventure of a lifetime, there is something for everyone.

Here is our seasonal guide as to what to expect on the water.

Seasons June 15 - December 14 This is Big Game Season our favorite time of year to head offshore in search of that fish of a lifetime.

Big and even giant Black Marlin & Blue Marlin up to and over the magic 1000 pound mark, start showing up in good numbers in June and Marlin fishing peaks in October/November.

Fishing for several other highly sought after fish is at its best as well with Yellowfin Tuna, Dorado (Mahi-Mahi), Sailfish and Roosterfish in good numbers.

There is a reason all the tournaments are held this time of year - the fishing is hotter than the weather. Speaking of which, it is a lot cooler on the water than on land, and there are few things more enjoyable than a quick dip in the ocean on a hot day.

December 15 to March 31 While others call this Tourist Season, we call this Whale Season, as you can almost guarantee mind-blowing encounters with the majestic humpbacks on any trip.

While offshore fish like Dorado (Mahi-Mahi), Sailfish, Striped Marlin, Wahoo, and Yellowfin Tuna are often caught at this time of year it is the inshore fishing for Toro, Robalo, Roosterfish, Pargo (Cubera Snapper), Cabrilla (Groupers), African Pompano, and more that steal the show.

This is a great time of year for touring the bay (even if you don’t fish), a trip to the beachside village of Yelapa, and family excursions (with children). It’s

much easier to put bends on the rods without having to travel far and with the whales, manta rays, seals and other marine life as your hosts, no one ever gets bored waiting for the fish to bite.

April 1 to June 14 Given rapid global climate changes, it is getting harder to predict weather patterns, water temperatures and currents. We call this our Shoulder Season and with these weather pattern shifts, anything can happen. Last year we were catching Blue Marlin (summer species) as early as May 1st, while this year we are still raising 5-10 Striped Marlin (winter species) a day into June.

It is a great time to holiday in the Bucerias/La Cruz region as the tourists have mostly moved on, the weather is amazing, and great deals are on offer.

Note: I would be remiss if I didn’t mention that this is the kite-boarding season. The beaches located in the Zona Dorado area of Bucerias serve as a home base to a growing legion of kite surfers who take advantage of the consistent afternoon sea breezes.

Conservation Corner It is the rainy season and as a result, we are seeing more and more trash that gets washed out of the rivers and into the sea. Trash and especially plastic are extremely harmful to our marine life.

Please do your part by eliminating your use of single-use plastic as much as possible.

Some easy ways to help are to replace plastic shopping bags with beautiful traditional Mexican woven bags. They are inexpensive and help the local economy.

Plastic recycling containers are also found on many streets. When you notice plastic garbage on the streets or beaches, please pick it up and dispose of it properly.

Topless Tips I certainly do not want to make you think that boating and fishing are unsafe because they aren’t.

Even without proper precautions, well over 99% of trips take place without incidence.

Having said that, the ocean is in constant motion, people can get sick or injured and accidents do happen from time to time.

With modern technology and proper safety procedures, we can prepare for the unexpected.

This past week, news and social media have been covering the disappearance of two firemen off the coast of Florida. These experienced boaters embarked on a brief fishing trip off central Florida around 11 am on the 16th of August. They filed a float plan which had them due to return to port at 6 pm.

When they didn’t return as planned, alarms were sounded and an intense search began.

Despite searching over 105,000 miles over a six-day period, no signs of the missing fishermen or their boat were found.

From what I have read, these anglers were experienced boaters

and well-versed in survival skills.

One of the gentlemen served in combat for the U.S. Navy.

Like most boaters, you can assume they had the required safety equipment on board their vessel. However, the minimum required safety equipment falls well short of that which is needed to ensure safety during an unforeseen event.

If you plan on going offshore, make sure your boat has an EPIRB (a simple Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) and/or you carry a Satellite Communicator which is easily accessible. You most likely will never need to use it, but if you are extremely unlucky and end up in the water, you and your family’s life might just depend on it.

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Robert Price 322 223 6182

Founder and Curator of the Vallarta Botanical Garden

Avoiding the Curse of the Iguana

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guanas, for all their exotic beauty and emblematic association with the tropics, lead to nightmares for many Puerto Vallarta gardeners. These sizable herbivores can chew through more foliage in a night tan an army of leaf cutter ants in a week.

They often especially target climbing vines—passion fruit is known to be amongst their favorites—but they’ll munch on just about any plant that isn’t completely covered in spines.

So unless you’re willing to limit your horticultural pursuits to the diversity of a strict cactus garden, some iguana control strategies are worth taking into account.

Additionally, iguana waste can transmit salmonella, posing a health concern especially to those with pools or other water features in or near their gardens.

The few remaining natural predators of iguanas in the City of Puerto Vallarta and its suburbs have allowed this agile reptile to thrive in quite unnaturally high numbers. Perhaps the local gardeners who complain least

about iguanas are those with packs of energetic dogs on active patrol.

Terriers are specifically notorious for their iguana vigilance. Just their simple presence is generally enough to keep iguanas at bay or at least from descending too close to ground level. The personalities and relative sizes of the dog(s) and iguana(s) will likely determine who ends up chasing whom.

If you find yourself contemplating taking iguana control maters into your own hands, one simple trick to keep in mind for translocating lizards is the “noose technique,” a term that sounds more menacing as it is. The “noose” is any simple cinching loop tied to the end of a length of transparent fishing line and extended with anything handy from a fishing pole, if you have one, to a broomstick outfitted with an eye hook if you need to get more creative. (An abundance of YouTube videos can be found on this topic if you search for the key words “lizard” and “noose.”)

Lizards usually don’t appear aware of a loop of fishing line until it is tugged snuggly around their necks.

Only the gentlest pressure is needed to harmlessly lift the

lizard up and place it into an awaiting receptacle,such as a large bucket prepared with air holes and a lid or screen to keep the catch inside until a suitable release area if found. (Maybe the garden of a friend who hasn’t yet returned your favorite tupperware!) It’s worth keeping in mind that exceptionally large iguanas have measured in at over 2 meters (6 feet) in length and near 10 kilograms (20 pounds) in weight. Keep this in mind when determining the suitable “pound test” fishing line you use, the pole you select, and the physical ability of the handler. A section of pool cleaning pole may be necessary to provide sufficient support while remaining light enough to handle.

Do you have your own iguana control ideas or stories that you would like to share? Please post these on the Facebook page, “Vallarta Garden Club”. Not only does sharing your gardening experiences allow others to avoid repeating what you may have learned the hard way—it can often make for some very entertaining reading!

Author’s notes: I recommend investigating local laws regarding handling of native fauna before applying the technique described above. Lizards are sentient beings and deserve to be treated humanely. I have the fortune of pursuing my horticultural ambitions at the Vallarta Botanical Garden, an area surrounded by native forest where the presence of wild cats, including ocelots, keep iguana populations in check.

The Healing Power of Plants Ricardo Mazcal

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Ricardo is a fourth-generation herbalist from Nayarit and is available year-round at Marsol Friday Market by the Pier

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lant medicine is also known as herbalism or traditional medicine. It is the study of the herbal actives found in leaves, flowers, bark, or roots of certain plants. The study of the use of such actives or chemical compounds has been the basis for medical treatments throughout human history; a practice still widely used today.

Our ancestors discovered that some plants did more than nourish the body; they found that some could help people recover from whatever was making them sick. Archaeological evidence shows the use of medicinal plants dating back to the Paleolithic age, about 60,000 years ago.

Ayurvedic medicine, practiced by the people of India for more than 5,000 years, gave us the power of turmeric with a plethora of benefits.

Ayurvedic also teaches about hundreds of herbs and spices among them, Neem. The Neem tree is the local go-to pharmacy for the Hindu people.

The second oldest practice and use of plant knowledge is Traditional Chinese Medicine, which has been in continuous use for more than 4,000 years. TCM’s

notable contributions are Ginseng and He Shou Wo - both powerful, ancient herbs.

The third oldest herbal practice and use is The Herbolaria Mexicana which has been continuously used for more than 3,000 years by the Olmec, Toltec, and Aztec cultures. Herbolaria Mexicana also provides us with hundreds of medicinal herbs and spices. One notable root Chilcoatl - is a potent analgesic, antibiotic, antiviral, anesthetic, and much more.

In the western world, especially in the U.S, allopathic medicine took over and holistic medicine, viewed as old-fashioned and unscientific was pushed more and more into oblivion. In Europe and Asia, with centuries of holistic practices, both schools of thought and medicinal practices are accepted and sometimes integrated.

Allopathic medicine promotes the belief that most disease is caused by one or more pathogens invading the body and that an anti-pathogen can destroy the invader and heals the body. Often allopathic medicines can create side effects almost as disastrous as the disease itself.

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From Here Marcia Blondin

marciavallarta@gmail.com

Aside from contributing regularly to the Tribune for several years, Marcia is a skilled artisan, specialized in repurposing jewelry and selling her creations at the Friday Marsol Market by the Pier.

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peaceful march was held last Sunday to raise awareness of the danger our environment is in. No, not the Amazon burning down, our - Vallarta’s - imminent danger. According to one speaker, the aquifers that serve our residents, tourists and keep the golf courses green are down 80%. That’s right; we have 20% capacity left. I have not seen official numbers for rainfall, but my eyes have not seen the Rio Cuale threaten to engulf Incanto’s outdoor terrace like it did last year. So our aquifers are not receiving groundwater; granted, we still have until October 25 (the anniversary ofHurricane Kenna, 2002) to make up for it. And speaking of hurricanes - we are three months into that season and not one passing by has brought us a drop of water.

What can we do? Be aware and take care. Have a quick shower instead of a bath. Turn your tap off when you brush your teeth. Collect rainwater and use it to water your garden. If you have a lawn, plant some flowers, shrubs, herbs, and veggies instead. And, next time there’s a march about your future, consider joining in. There were ten expats at the rally/march for the environment. Ten. On Friday, August 30, 8 pm at Incanto, “Hello Paris” opens. Michel Giglia, who hails from lovely Metz, France, will regale us with love songs from his native country. I will have a full report next week. Speaking of Incanto, I have heard the line-up of Tribute shows happening this coming season is going to include Fleetwood

Mac, Eric Clapton, Cher, Bryan Adams, and many more.

If you haven’t made plans to celebrate Mexico’s most fun holiday, get over to Act II on Basilio Badillo and Insurgentes for their Independence Daybash. A couple of days early - September 13th, Friday, starting at 6 pm for unlimited tacos al pastor, a welcome shot of tequila, and an extravaganza on the Main Stage celebrating various Mexican state dances. Then, around 10 pm, everyone will be invited back outside for fireworks. More on Dia de la Independencia next week.

Join us at the Marsol Friday Market by the Pier for food, herbal remedies, jewelry of all kinds, and as always, the hugs are free.

Enjoy our few remaining relatively quiet days and empty sidewalks. Family, friends, and millions of strangers who have never been here before are arriving soon; can you remember how you felt the first time you set foot in Vallarta? I can (1986), and do, and thank the Universe I am here, warm every day. Hug everyone close by and smile at the rest of them. That’s how Vallartenses welcome people, From Here.

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Medical Matters Pam Thompson

pamela@healthcareresourcespv.com

Pamela Thompson operates HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta, a multi-faceted, independent, resource network that addresses all things related to your health and well-being. They offer assistance to help find a physician, hospital and diagnostic service for any healthcare needs.

Labs, X-rays, Studies!

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ne of the most common requests I receive, goes like this: “Pam, can you make me an appointment to see a doctor to write me a lab order?”

“Sure, I say but it is easier if we do the labs first so that you have the results at the consult. What labs do you want?” “I don’t know. Just the general lab stuff.” Well, that could be anything from a CBC to a complete thyroid profile and everything in between. Another common one: “I have pain in my shoulder. Can you make me an appointment for an MRI?” “I am happy to make the appointment but how long have you had the pain? Have you had an X-ray or ultrasound?” And of course included in most of the requests the word “cheap” or “budget” are included.

First, one does not need to see a physician here to have any studies.

We can set up whatever it is that you want. That being said, are you sure of what you need? Or are you just guessing? Why spend money on something that you might not need? Or on the incorrect study?

Many people request an MRI when in reality, a CT scan or an ultrasound (which is less expensive) is what is needed. Of course, if you want an MRI, we can set that up!

But remember, for any radiology study, regardless of the study, the radiologist will read and interpret the study but he/she will not give treatment recommendations. That is done by a physician, or specialist, depending on the issue who will discuss with you, the patient. For lab work, that all depends on the situation. For wellness checks, for example, a PSA for a man, no need to see a physician unless the results are abnormal.

We have a very complete, economical check-up, both a Men’s and Women’s. This includes a full battery of standard lab studies, chest x-ray and abdominal ultrasound along with a follow up consult with a bilingual GP. For

those looking to just do a “physical”, wellness check, this is a great way to start. Then, if there are any abnormalities the GP will take it from there with you. You can email me for information/details.

Maybe you think you might have an STD. Then of course I can send you a lab order for that. If abnormal, then it is recommended to see a physician for proper treatment.

Maybe you have a history of thyroid issues and have not seen

a physician for this in quite some time. Let’s do a thyroid profile and then a consult/follow up with the endocrinologist. Maybe you have a history of high cholesterol and you have been taking cholesterol meds for years, without doing a lipid profile check. We can do the lipid profile and then a follow up with GP, internist or cardiologist.

If someone has vague symptoms, is just guessing on what labs to have, then it is better to see a physician in consult, do physical review and then let the physician decide what to have.

Remember, we have state of the art facilities here with labs, radiology and diagnostic studies and we are happy to assist in any way that we can. But let’s not do it by guessing. Let’s discuss first some the important pointers above.

Rains! Heavenly rain! They are certainly missed when they do not arrive in the afternoons lately. It is an oven!

Here’s to an illuminating week!

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Paradise and Parenting Leza Warkentin

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Leza is a nursery teacher and preschool coordinator at the American School of Puerto Vallarta.

Early Morning Thoughts

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ow that I am back to school as the kindergarten teacher at the American School of Puerto Vallarta (ASPV), I am trying to adapt to the very early mornings once again. The reason why I mention early mornings as the adaptation focus is because I find them to be, hands-down, the hardest part of teaching. I AM NOT NATURALLY READY TO BE A HUMAN BEING BY 7:45 AM. And here’s a detail that you are definitely going to call counter-intuitive: I have to get up as early as 5:30 am in order to be more or less happy and coherent when my students arrive in my classroom. You might think that’s weird. Why wouldn’t I sleep as long as possible?

I remember being a teenager and my working mother always having my breakfast on the table by 7:30 am. I, being an adolescent and therefore entirely unconcerned about anyone whose name didn’t start with an L and end with an A and who wasn’t myself, didn’t think much about it. But then one day I heard her describe her morning routine, beginning at 5:30 am, and I was dumbfounded. What was that woman DOING at that time of day?

Surely it didn’t take THAT long to boil an egg? Or did it? (I didn’t find out the answer to this question for quite a long time, because I didn’t really care that much as long as the egg was already boiled and on my plate before school.)

Well, now I get it. No, it doesn’t take that long to boil an egg, but, then again, my mother wasn’t actually waking up that early because of all the wonderful things she couldn’t wait to do for her two children. She wasn’t planning our lunches, or contemplating our gorgeous sleeping faces, or mentally appreciating our sparkling personalities (mine even more shimmery than my brother’s).

She was committing to her own self-care through quiet meditation, exercise, and probably a bit of

caffeine. She was modeling the importance of that precious bit of time every parent deserves, even if it meant getting up in the dark every morning.

Now, as I mentioned before, I’m not naturally a morning person. I love late nights during vacations.

I stay up late, watching Netflix, or having a glass of wine, or reading a good book, and just relishing how nice it is in my own company. Now that I have teenagers, sometimes I spend that time with them, but it’s still nice, and it’s still quiet.

But working in a school means that the busy, noisy workday starts by 7:45 am, and, for a teacher, usually quite a bit sooner. Twelve hours later, I am nodding off over the school lunches I’m still preparing. Late nights are not an option for five days a week, ten months a year.

However, once I get into the routine, I am grateful for my quiet, early mornings. I can sip my coffee without answering my children’s questions regarding the whereabouts of all of their school belongings. I can have a shower without hearing anyone arguing over the last bowl of Zucaritas cereal. I can contemplate how my day will unroll without feeling rushed, or without rushing anyone else (that comes a bit later). I could even exercise because, at 5:30 am, I won’t sweat quite as much as I would if I tried to do it at 5:30 pm (perish the thought). I DON’T usually exercise. But I could.

As much as I do miss being a night owl, it’s really nice to know that there’s a time of day that’s just for me. It may not be my naturally favorite time of the day to get up but it is okay. And that is because, as early as it seems, it is a gift of time I save just for me. I know I deserve it.

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local voices A Table Poof! Civil in the Corner Confiscations in Mexico

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Bronwen White

Orlando Gotay, Tax Attorney

Originally from London, Bronwen White has moved to Puerto Vallarta from the US, where she lived in many of its great cities. She is presently embarking on her journey of discovering the local culinary scene delights.

Orlando Gotay is a California licensed tax attorney (with a Master of Laws in Taxation) admitted to practice before the IRS, the U.S. Tax Court and other taxing agencies.

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Seasons P.V.

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fter a blissfully quiet week in Ajijic at Lake Chapala upon my return, I hied to Seasons for a comfort food fix. Alas, they were closed but are back open this week with their usual hours – 9 am to 9 pm. Contrary to public opinion I do not subsist on pate and smoked salmon, I love their meatloaf - it’s just plain darn good. For a long time, I didn’t venture into the place as it’s in a rather nondescript, un-Mexicany looking little mall but once you try it I guarantee you’ll go back. Their ad boasts Canadian and American food with a Mexican touch and apparently the restaurant is inspired by Seasons under the Roof in Ontario. The only real Canadian offering seems to be poutine, that specialité Québécoise whose charm escapes me. Why ruin perfectly good fries with gooey gravy? But it could well be a best seller at Seasons P.V., so I’d better shut up. Now, back to the meatloaf, that is where I want my gravy with lashings of garlicky potatoes, and time after time (it’s their Monday special) it has been consistently delicious. Consistency is the name of the game here, and we have a thoroughly dependable little ex-pat gem on our hands. Other regular specials are the chicken parmesan, a fave of mine; the cheese-covered chicken has a great crust and is accompanied by a huge order of spaghetti. The hot roast beef sandwich must be mentioned too, in fact, I really like the meat at Seasons, and now they have a new steak offering. Lots of people like the chicken or shrimp pad Thai, an

everyday special. I find it too gooey and cloying, but then Asian food is one of the world’s great cuisines to which I am not addicted.

Of course, we who have adopted Mexico as our new home imagined ourselves sitting here eating mangoes and avocados washed down with margaritas daily, but the truth of the matter is we are creatures of habit and crave burgers and fries! So Seasons is filling a particular niche in Vallarta, although of course burgers are rearing their ugly heads globally (Paris is swamped with them, even though they are often horsemeat!).

One of Seasons’ main attractions is that breakfast is served all day.

The prices are terrific, ditto the skillet potatoes that turn up in most breakfast dishes. I love an omelet for lunch and those who have over-imbibed and want pancakes at 2 pm need look no further, try the stuffed pancakes with banana for less than 100 pesos! I have not been pleased with the Eggs Benny, they use peameal bacon, a great favorite in Toronto referred to there as Canadian bacon, which frankly I do not like, it is too flabby.

The place is rather bare-bones, they could use more tables inside and maybe a potted plant or two, the room is mostly taken up by the bar and the kitchen, but they have lots of outside seating which will be lovely in the months to come.

Happy Hour has been 2 to 7; I don’t know if that will change when they reopen this week; their margaritas are wonderful! Staff is friendly and efficient, Pierre and Juan usually wait on us and are just as nice as they can be, drop by and see them!

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ast month, Mexico enacted a law strengthening civil forfeiture powers, part of the administration’s efforts to combat corruption. This is the “Ley Nacional de Extinción de Dominio”.

Civil forfeiture is a process through which the Ministerio Público, the prosecutor, can take away assets belonging to a business entity or individual. It is important to note the civil aspect-apart from any criminal process.

No crime needs to be charged.

Forfeitures could be intertwined with criminal investigations—even if those lead nowhere.

Civil forfeiture also exists in the United States. It has been controversial there because of allegedly uneven, biased

application. Stories abound of legitimate money seized, and lengthy periods before its return.

In Mexico, forfeiture can be triggered by one of a wide “catalog of crimes”; human trafficking, money laundering, public corruption, drug crimes, extortion, car theft, petroleum product crimes and organized crime, among others. There is a new proposal that includes tax fraud within the “organized crime” definition. In turn, a new redefinition tax fraud includes not just the typical false return-but also some understatements of tax or possibly, even overstated deductions.

So what happens then? It would be up to you to show the legal origin of the asset in question

and its lack of connection to any of the “catalogued” activities, including any “commingling” with “bad” assets. If you can’t prove up, your legal interest in the asset is “extinguished” in favor of the government, seized and can be sold away. This is quite tough. In some instances, there is no statute of limitations for these seizures.

I don’t have data on how the original law was implemented, but I can certainly share that the Mexican tax bar is very concerned about how the “catalog” is becoming so expanded, in that so many types of conduct are eligible—particularly the tax crimes. Obviously these enactments are responsive to big, high level criminal endeavors, but it is important to see how even “more innocent/less culpable” behavior can get caught in the dragnets, even if unwittingly. There’s a reward for “extinción” whistleblowers too…

Because of the way this law was written, its scope is significant. As in any new law, the government may be eager to deploy to make examples. For now, we just have to wait and see. Other commentators expect this law to be challenged in the courts, but in any event it is well worth knowing it is out there.

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Famous Mosaics For the Love of Public Art

By Emily Murray This summer the Tile Park is taking the show on the road! We’re paying a virtual visit to the most famous mosaics of the world... from China to Spain to the US... tile parks, record-breaking installations, ancient murals, points of interest and so much more. Join us!

Functional Fun: ThreeDay Mosaic Workshops Teach Skills & Inspire

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eptember is upon us, and that means the snowbirds will soon begin their annual winter migration. Work will be picking up again at the Tile Park, too.

As summer’s humidity begins to loosen its grip, giving way to those warm and mild days we love so much, we’ll be back at it full force. This also means the 2019-2020 workshop season will be ramping up, so if you’ve been thinking you’d like to join one, reach out to us ASAP! If you want some new things to do in Puerto Vallarta this winter,

workshops at the Tile Park are an excellent option.

They are three days long and take you through the entire mosaic process end to end. The first day is spent planning and plotting the design, and getting started on the tiling.

Day two is all tiles, all the time: cutting, shaping, and sticking them, bringing your design to life right

before your eyes. On day three, the grouting gets done, cementing all your hard work right into Vallarta’s history books. A great way to express your creativity, and learn a new skill too! Your backyard picnic table is no longer safe. Nothing in your home is, really.

Nat learned the art of mosaic from renowned

outsider artist Isaiah Zagar and has spent the last several years refining her own technique and style as an artist. She loves to “talk shop” where all things art are concerned, not just mosaic. She never stops learning about other artists, new materials and methods, and the world around us too. So, workshops offer the unadvertised special of inspiration from Nat and your fellow workshop participants. You spend three days in this space with fellow creators, talking about art, making art, and you really do come away inspired.

It’s a great way to get involved in one of the most exciting public art projects in Mexico, and not just for all the good feels and camaraderie either. The park is now classified as federally protected land, meaning it can’t be demolished in favor of development.

So the work you do will remain forever! Been coming to Vallarta for 20 years? Fantastic... it’ll be there for every one of your next 20... and beyond.

The project is nearing the halfway point, and the transformation is truly astounding. This is what it looks like half-done...the finished product is going to be out of this world! Check out some of our past workshops: https://www. tileparkpv.com/workshops For the upcoming season, the workshops will be structured a little differently.

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The summer break is nice, but we’re looking forward to seeing your smiling face around the park again, too. If you’re a migratory bird, be sure to swing through once your voyage is complete! We have lots to show you.

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local voices Sustainably Vanishing Earth/ Yours Vanishing Home

Emily Majewski

John Warren

Emily Majewski is Co-Founder of Phytostone, a small firm based in Nayarit dedicated to creating advanced natural materials for home and garden.

John Warren is in charge of publicity for the International Friendship Club in Puerto Vallarta (IFC). During the summer, he writes about traveling while also raising environmental awareness.

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The Food V. Fuel Myth

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o, as of a few weeks ago, I subscribed to the assumption that biofuel was a bad idea. Had you asked me how this opinion was formed, I wouldn’t have been able to say what the data was based on. Just the foggy notion that biofuel perpetuated a broken industrial agricultural system, promoted GMO corn and re-allocated food growing space to fuel growing. Was I ever wrong.

David Blume’s “Alcohol Can Be a Gas!” has been a revelation. A real tome, this book should be mandatory reading with anyone who wants to keep this earth habitable for civilization. Not only are the contents praised by Buckminster Fuller (the author’s mentor), the reader soon realizes that even as far back as Henry Ford and Edison, ethanol has been considered the perfect fuel by many luminaries.

While I can’t do this book justice here, I will highlight a few fascinating factoids and leave the rest to you, to order it, read it and make up your own mind.

In fact, there is one strategy discussed of particular interest: Making biofuel from cattails.

Cattails live in marshy brackish waters where they thrive off surplus nutrients. They range from near arctic-conditions to the humid tropics like Vallarta. Cattails have the incredible capacity to filter sewage and it has been “conservatively calculated that 35 acres of cattail marsh can treat 5 million gallons of secondary sewage a day” (Blume). It’s nutrient uptake and biomass production is several times higher than corn’s.

The big news is this: with new technology, it is possible to generate 10,000 gallons of ethanol per acre with cattails. Using 1.46% of US agricultural land, all the sewage of that nation could be treated while simultaneously replacing 200 million gallons in fossil fuel demand. Not only could this fuel power vehicles, the

methane production (a co-product) could fuel the production centers themselves. And all the while utilizing the internal combustion engines nationwide that are currently in usage with minimal conversion (if any).

But it gets better. For those balking at the idea of even dedicating 1.6% of farmland to cattails, highway ditches which currently require expensive mowing and often inspire copious herbicide use by counties, could be converted to cattail production.

5 ft wide strips on either side of a highway along 1,000 miles of roads per county, could yield 61 billion gallons of fuel (40% of US gasoline use). While eliminating otherwise-used herbicides, detoxifying road runoff, and without using a single acre of farmland.

Utilizing cattails has the additional benefit of absorbing the overload of nutrients that wash into our waterways. This is a particular problem with the US’s heartland agricultural runoff contaminating the Gulf of Mexico and creating marine deadzones.

In short, using today’s technology in cellulosic fuel production, we have the capacity to purify our waterways while generating clean fuel. With minimal-to-no conversions for our vehicles or fuel pumping systems.

Cattails are just one tiny facet of this book and I am hardly doing it justice. But I just want to put this out there, especially as we head towards another election cycle up north. The framed argument of “drill-baby-drill” versus “shouldwe-just-frack” is a manipulated set of options indeed.

There is a world of possibilities out there, including methane and biomass production that can turn problems like waste into solutions, using a decentralized energy supply, right now. We have options today that do not require our fuels to be blended with blood. What is required is the political will to talk about it.

Please check out David Blume’s “Alcohol Can Be a Gas!” to become part of the conversation.

Knowledge Is Power

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ofi Annan, who was Secretary-General of the United Nations, said, “Knowledge is power. Information is liberating”.

Some people can’t cook, because they don’t know how. Some can’t sail a boat, sew a dress, speak Spanish; simply because they don’t have the knowledge to do these things. But, if you do have the correct knowledge, you have the power to do things well.

What knowledge would you need to run a multi-national company, a trillion-dollar pension fund or city with millions of citizens? The data required to do so successfully is mind-boggling.

You would certainly need to know the risks the organization will be facing in the future. These days, catastrophic risks caused by changes in the environment must be assessed and dealt with.

That is where CDP comes in.

It is a not-for-profit organization that’s been in business for fifteen years. Its people have built the most comprehensive collection of self-reported environmental data in the world, and this knowledge enables investors, companies, cities, and states to measure and manage environmental impacts.

Here’s how CDP work. They ask companies, cities, states, and regions for data on their environmental performance and, from that data, they calculate the future risks to the economy from the environment. This information is then shared with decision-makers, such as investors, businesses, and policymakers who use the data and projections to make better decisions, manage risks, and capitalize on opportunities.

In 2018 CDP analyzed water data from almost 800 publicly-listed companies worth $18 trillion and employing between them 36 million people. They reported: “The world is not on track to meet our global water goal of ensuring access to sustainable water and sanitation for all. The companies reporting to CDP are

responsible for a huge proportion of global water use and pollution.

While many of their practices and procedures currently contribute to the depletion of freshwater resources, these companies could also hold the key to a water-secure future. To succeed in this transition from water depletion to water security, those companies that affect our water must work to protect it.”

Businesses and property values in Puerto Vallarta are totally dependent on the hospitality industry, and the hospitality industry is totally reliant on a constant supply of water. What if our water supply failed? The bad news is that, according to CDP, “the hospitality sector is the worst performer on the integration of water issues into business governance and strategy.

Companies in this sector, such as restaurants and hotel chains, often have large holdings of land across the world. It is disconcerting that many of these companies are not undertaking the comprehensive risks assessments necessary to understand the location and magnitude of water risks.

For example, Intercontinental Hotels reports that they completed a comprehensive water risk assessment across their global estate in 2016, and found that 2,414 facilities, or 47% of all their hotels, are exposed to substantive

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water risk.” Do the investors, who continue to invest millions and millions of dollars around Banderas Bay, know whether their investments are exposed to substantive water risk?

A warming world continues to put our water supplies at risk. The landmark report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) showed us that limiting warming to below 1.5C would see our exposure to water stress lowered by 50% compared to a 2.0C scenario. Yet, the world is currently heading beyond this guardrail.

The CDP reports, “More efficient use and management of water are critical to addressing the growing demand for it, but corporate action is insufficient to deliver a water-secure future.

Companies are withdrawing more water year-on-year, despite greater awareness of water risks and more targets to reduce withdrawals being set. Between 2015 and 2018, there has been an almost 50% increase in the number of companies reporting higher water withdrawals”.

The old sayings that “Ignorance is bliss” and “What you don’t know can’t hurt you” never made sense.

What about “Build it, and they will come.” That seems to be the mantra of the hospitality industry, today in Puerto Vallarta. But what are these hospitality-based companies that continue to build huge developments here doing to use and manage our water efficiently? What is the city doing to plan for the future of our water supply? Nobody knows. We don’t even know how much water we have in our aquifer or how long it will last. How long will it last?

Without having this knowledge, the business owners and the homeowners of Puerto Vallarta are powerless.

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local voices Welcome Home

Sheryl Novak

sa.novak@solutionsmexico.com

Sheryl Novak is an expat Canadian who has owned a home in Mexico for over ten years. She is the owner of SOLutions Mexico and The Furniture Store by SOLutions Mexico. She is an expert on sourcing all styles of furniture for all sizes of budgets, in Mexico.

How to make your home in Mexico look like the pictures in the magazines

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am often asked to give tips on how to decorate homes. We often see beautiful pictures of spaces in high-end decorator magazines. For many, the cost of furniture, décor, and interior decorator we see in the photos is out of our budget. We still want to achieve the look and feel of what we see. If you know the basic principles used, you can easily create the style without having to blow the budget. Here are some ways to make it happen.

Don’t overfill any space with décor items and furniture. Clutter can kill a design. Select only a few statement décor items and let them sing. With too much to look at, nothing will stand out. The adage less is more is never more accurate than when decorating your home.

Don’t be afraid to move things around. I can’t tell you how many times I have moved small décor items from one place to another until it finds its perfect home.

Do not be afraid to try different locations before you decide where it will ultimately go. For those who like change, moving décor items can help fix the need without having to spend any money. I often move artwork and décor pieces from one room to another to feed my need for change.

Keep your bathroom streamlined. Remove toothbrush

holders, tissue holders, and items from counters.

Making your bathroom spa-like is the trend. A spa bathroom is a place you go to relax and unwind, so it needs to be clutter-free.

Pull furniture and décor away from the walls. If you want to make your room look like the ones

in the designer magazines, this is one of the best things you can do. Not only does pulling your sofa back away from a wall make the room look chic, but it will also help prevent mold on the wall and fabric.

Mold and mildew grow where it is moist and dark and where there is little airflow.

Put more art on the walls.

Experiment with groupings rather than just one piece. With the new double-faced Velcro hanging strips available, you don’t have to make holes in your walls to try out different approaches. I use these everywhere when I am decorating a show suite. If I don’t like the look, I can easily remove the Velcro from the wall without any damage to the art or the wall.

Avoid buying a matching set. Instead, get items that can coordinate. For instance, I like to find décor items that have either the color, texture or element of one of the large pieces (such as the headboard) and put it on the unmatched dresser to visually tie everything together.

Add fresh tropical flowers.

Nothing says chic and designer like a vase with stunning flowers.

If you are purchasing a home in Mexico and would like some complimentary design advice, email me at furniture@ solutionsmexico.com.

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SPCA of Puerto Vallarta URGENT: Flyers to VANCOUVER and EDMONTON needed!

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ummertime means a lot less tourists in Vallarta and fewer available flights. This is a tough time for us, who adopt most of our dogs to Canada and the U.S., and rely on the help of volunteers, tourists who are kind enough to take a dog or two to their home destination.

WESTJET has already started their heat embargo and will not take any pets in cargo until October. We are urgently seeking AIR TRANSAT flyers to Vancouver and Edmonton who can help us take our dogs to their families anxiously waiting for their new babies. We make it very easy for you: we have staff to

help you check the dogs in at the Vallarta airport, and you will meet up with a staff member at the arrival customs who will clear the dog. All it will take you is a little more time on both ends. If you can help, please email us: spcapv@gmail.com If you are interested in visiting and giving our dogs some cuddles, walks or just receiving puppy kisses at our state of the art sanctuary outside of town, contact us at spcapv@gmail.com to schedule a tour. Tours leave from the Costco parking lot only on Thursdays during the summer and reservations are required.

Get involved: rescue, adopt, foster, volunteer, donate or educate.

You can learn more about the SPCA Puerto Vallarta by checking us out at www.spcapv.com/home or on Facebook.

Dog in the spotlight: SMITTY

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ho doesn’t love a Labrador puppy? Smitty is a two-month-old Labrador-mix boy and as cute as they come! This sweet little guy’s mom was rescued off the streets right after giving birth to nine beautiful puppies.

Smitty and his siblings are now eight-weeks old and will finish their vaccinations, getting spayed and neutered in September so that they will ready for their new homes. We are currently accepting applications for Smitty’s adoption; by then, he will be three and a half months old. His mom, Suzy, is a beautiful sweet-natured Labrador-mix weighing 50 pounds, and we think her puppies will be about the same size when

fully grown.

If you think little Smitty is just what you have been looking for, contact us at spcapv@gmail.com for an application to adopt him.

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5 Cooking Tools Every Mexican Kitchen Must Have

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hen trying to recreate your abuela’s recipes, recalling the ingredients is only half the battle. Along side the avocados and limes for guacamole, there was always a lime squeezer.

Along side the chopped garlic for the mojo de ajo, there was always the pilon. Now that we can look things up so easily online, it can be difficult to remember that part of the success of the recipes was the tools used.

Though you might have taken the molcajete for granted, there are certain tools that were invented to add additional flavor and thought into every dish. And though while it’s often tempting to take the short road with the microwave, automatic juicer, or worse yet, the pre-made, everyone knows tortillas straight from the press taste best. Here are five essential tools for any Mexican kitchen.

Mortar and Pestle Piedra, pilon, mortero, molcajete: These are just some of the terms used to describe regional varieties of mortar and pestles. Because many of the rural regions of Latin America have no electricity, generations of families have grown up using a low-tech stone or wood mortar to grind spices, herbs, coffee, or any food that needs to be processed before consuming and they’re still widely used today. Mexican home cooks and professional chefs pride themselves on the rustic texture of their sauces that are crafted by hand in a mortar. For those looking for true Mexican authenticity, using a mortar and pestle is a must.

Clay Cookware

Although not as durable as metal cookware, clay cookware is very popular throughout Latin America and Spain. Inexpensive, with regional differences, many cooks and chefs prefer a batch offrijoles or caldo made in clay cookware. Some claim that they can taste the flavor of su tierra that the clay imparts to the dish. Metal works as a conductor of heat, which can cook food too rapidly and harshly. But clay is a natural insulator, which retains and builds heat slowly. Clay cookware bathes the food, instead of boiling it. Think of it as a relaxing spa treatment for your frijoles: wouldn’t you taste better too?

Tortilla Press Back in Ancient Mexico, corn masa (dough) was ground by hand and was then patted into thin cakes before being placed on the hot griddle. Many women’s entire lives were dedicated to making masa and tortillas every day. Thankfully, with the invention of instant corn tortilla mix, the hand grinding of corn is a thing of the past, and corn tortilla presses allow us to whip up a batch of tortillas in a jiffy. And just remember, only corn tortillas require a tortilla press.

Flour tortillas are rolled out using a rolling pin.

Blender Times have changed and any modern cook needs a blender in their kitchen. Freshly made sauces, purées, and beverages are core signature elements of the Mexican culinary profile, all of which rely on the convenience of an electric blender. From piña coladas to pipian, smooth gazpac

hos and sofritos, salsas and chim michuris, chefs across Spain and Latin America all need an electric blender to complete their batería de cocina. And we love those new-fangled immersion blenders: easy clean up, inexpensive, and minimal storage space required.

Lime Squeezer So many local dishes demand the tang of freshly squeezed lime juice that it makes sense to have a lime squeezer in your tool drawer. Ceviche, mojitos, and fish tacos are hardly worth the trouble of ordering if there’s no lime juice available. Like a laser beam, lime squeezers deliver the juice right to the spot where it is needed, without the mess and misfires that happen when you squeeze a wedge by hand. Save your pretty eyes for flirting.

Source: The Latin Kitchen

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entertainment Vibes & Vices: Rehab Brunch @ Casa de Cristobal

AJ Freeman

cosmiccapt@gmail.com

AJ Freeman is an adventurous spirit, serial friend-maker, and general enthusiast. He lives his everyday life hoping to demonstrate the nearly infinite potential for discovery and wonder on this small wet rock orbiting a dim yellow star in the backwoods of the Milky Way

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et’s just address it directly...in this line of work, a bout or two of party flu just goes with the territory. Long nights of community connection occasionally become long mornings of recovery, and although I still retain much of my youthful healing potency--this is only Lap 31 around the Sun for yours truly--I still need a bit of a boost some days to get cranking again after a particularly intensive evening of practical research.

For these reasons, the debuting Rehab Brunch series at the humbly named Casa de Cristobal in Ojo de Agua caught my attention in the most impossible to ignore fashion, drawing me in with promises of a Cajun low-country buffet and unlimited breakfast drinks. Sunday came, and I suited up in my best scouting shirt (purchased, incidentally, from Cristobal’s jazzy local vintage shop Ropero de Jovany) to check it out... for professional purposes, of course.

The Vibes: As with many points of interest in town, the view from the street belies the wonders inside.

Remember that part in the Willy Wonka movie when the Golden Ticket winners made a confused passage down the weird little hallway to find an entrance to a magical production floor where miracles are made?

Something like that, but for adults (and those who only resemble them).

On the other side of the door awaited the colorful confines of Casa Cristobal, an oasis off the dusty streets of Real Mexico. A selection of carefully chosen regional flowers made for vivid accents on the entryway. Alongside the footpath

was a swimming pool complete with the required inflatable toys as well as a waterfall under which I could easily see myself spending Sunday mornings standing under for restorative treatment.

Strolling up to the bar to a friendly greeting from the host, I decided to get the journalistic element of my visit out of the way early by asking what inspired him to open Casa de Cristobal to the drunken public. “I see it as a celebration of my journey...the time right after I decided to be true to myself was a struggle. I arrived here with a few dollars and no connections, now I have the store and this great place. I just want to share something amazing with people I enjoy.”

Looking around the spacious courtyard and admiring the custom-logo tables at the venue, it was clear to see that discovering who he truly was became the most reliable route to lasting success. As someone on a parallel path in life, I, most indubitably, can dig it.

The Vices: Man oh man the vices. I’ll be honest by saying I wasn’t exactly sure what to expect when I heard “Cajun low country buffet”... but from a culinary standpoint, a few cultures have carte blanche to feed me any time and Cajun is one of them.

Prepared especially for the occasion by the crew at Gringo Gourmet, the offerings themselves more than delivered…for instance, I find raw oysters downright icky (sorry beach vendors, I know walking around with those things all day must suck), but the Oysters Rockefeller shooters were an absolute treat,

probably because butter and garlic.

Another star selection was the muffaletta sandwich, decked out with Italian charcuterie and finished with a deliciously piquant olive spread.

There were also carefully calibrated spoonfuls of chicken, waffles, and cheesy grits on the menu, and although I had enjoyed each of these items separately, they combined into a single entity to form something greater than the sum of their parts.

Still, among a lineup of absolute hits, the pork tenderloin with praline sauce was a phenomenon worthy of special mention. The sweet glaze contrasted with the savory meat in a manner that still sings on my tastebuds right this sentence. I saw another guest sneak a to-go handful on the way out, which is probably a better and more persuasive review than I can offer with this limited word count.

Seriously, imagine carrying sticky pork in your bare hands on a warm summer day, then imagine that the inconvenience was well worth it. Suffice it to say that by the time I rolled out a few hours later with a souvenir cup of tequila and grapefruit puree in my hand, I was already excited to come back. I don’t always wake up on Sunday morning in need of rehabilitation, but when I do (and sometimes just for the hell of it) you now know where to catch me. Stay vibrant, my friends.

The Verdict: Even science backs the long-held theory that the right dietary choices the morning after high-octane revelry can greatly assist in the rejuvenation process, and although this was only a test run for inevitable future afflictions, I’m happy to report that spending a few hours at Casa de Cristobal is a highly effective cure for whatever ails. The debuting event space is set to serve as home to a calendar of special presentation from weekday lounge sessions to afternoons on the grill with great food and even better company...maybe I’ll catch you there.

Info: Agua Zarca 573, Ojo de Agua https://www.facebook.com/ CcasadeCristobal/

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Summertime Music and More Christie Seeley

vezelay@mac.com

From Oakland, California to Puerto Vallarta…lured by music of guitars and sounds of the sea. vallartasounds.com

Where Did the Summer Go? Musical Updates

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can’t believe August is wrapping up already, but the proof is in the pudding! On Sunday, BabelBar held its last Sunday Music on the Cuale performance for the season.

Owner Arancha Asensio has kept crowds of happy music enthusiasts entertained through an entire year with some of the most talented groups in Puerto Vallarta and at the very convenient hours of 1-3 in the afternoon, a time most everyone can enjoy.

BabelBar is located at the far end of the beautiful River Cuale Island. In the beginning most of Arancha’s guests were her neighbors from nearby Gringo Gulch and the area on the Emiliano Zapata side of the river.

Soon the word spread and people came from as far away as San Miguel de Allende to hear Media Luna’s energetic Gypsy Rumba and Latín Fusion and from La Cruz de Huanacaxtle and Bucerias for improvised flamenco guitar performances by Lobo and Esaú.

Fans from all over flocked to hear Nacho Flores and Diego Mateo of Moruno play their enchanting Mediterranean inspired sounds.

An all-time favorite and no stranger to Isla Cuale, troubadour par excellence, Raul Simental with Oscar Terrazas on flute and sax brought back many memories with the smooth sounds of guitar

and moving poetry for which he is loved; and Zoe and Leon were a frequent and welcome twosome sharing guitar and vocals in their own unique and impressive style.

In her typical fashion, Arancha ended the summer with a splash!

After a memorable performance

by Esaú Galván and Perla Alarcón on August 18th where the two friends and collaborators since their teen years melded Esau’s majestic flamenco guitar with Perla’s rich and expressive voice in such traditional numbers as La Llorona and, one of my favorites, Álvaro Carrillo’s stirring El Andariego. Arancha brought us the full band of Tatewari for the last show of the season on the 25th just before the fellows head out on their first international tour in Western Canada where they have an impressive schedule of shows ahead of them.

So September will be a slow time here in Puerto Vallarta while many local business owners close their doors and take a long-deserved vacation. Musicians are still traveling and preparing for the big season ahead. Venue owners are hard at work, putting exciting programs together for us to enjoy once the season begins again. You can be sure there will be lots of new and exciting music to enjoy.

You can visit my website vallartasounds.com for scheduling updates as they become available this fall for all these talented musicians and others.

entertainment Live Music Calendar

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This list features bars and restaurants that may have live music and ongoing acts. We do not take responsibility for misinformation. Listings are published free of charge but are subject to space availability.

Email editor@vallartatribune.com to update or add your listings.

Que/Pasa (625 Aquiles Serdan) Tues: The Change at 7-10 pm Sun: Sylvie&The Zippers 7 - 10 pm Roxy Rockhouse (Ignacio L Vallarta 275) Nightly music after 11 pm with the house band Aloha Bar (Plaza Parabien #16) Thur: Dr. Groove 10 pm Chasers Sports Bar (Avenida Mexico 570A) Fri: Gecko Band 8 - 11 pm

NUEVO VALLARTA Eddies (Boulevard Nayarit 70) Weekly - Live music 6:30 - 9:30 pm

BUCERIAS Drunken Duck(Avenida Mexico, Centro | Bucerias) Wed: The Gecko Band 9 pm Sun: The Gecko Band 5pm

VALLARTA Captain Don’s (Honduras 126) Fri: Tequila Rush 8 - 11 pm Sat: Da Crew 8 - 11 pm Cuates y Cuetes (Francisca Rodriquez 101) Tues: Moruno at 8:30 - 10pm Wed: Tatewari 6 - 8 pm Sun: Moruno at 8:30 - 10 pm El Oasis de Holi (River mouth by La Isla Mall) Sat: Dr. Groove 6 pm Incanto (Insurgentes 109) Thur: Open Mic 7:30 pm Fri: The Renteria Bros. 5 pm

Fri: Zoe & Leon Trio 7:30 pm Sat: Benji Gutierrez & Aaron Hernandez 7:30 pm Sun: Joby & Tongo 5 pm Sun: Benji Gutierrez, Piano 7:30 pm Fri, Sat & Sun: Dennis Crow 9:30 pm Kelly’s Pour Favor Saloon and Cookhouse (Lazaro Cardenas 245) Mon: Hoochie Coochie Men 8 - 11 pm Wed: Tequila Rush 8 - 11 pm Thur: 3Tones 8 - 11 pm Fri: Dr. Groove 8 - 11 pm Sat: Soul Trip 8 - 11 pm Murphy’s Irish Pub (484 Morelos, Malecon) Thur: Adriana and the Freaks 10 pm Fri: Adriana and the Freaks 10 pm Sat: Adriana and the Freaks 10 pm

LA CRUZ Ana Bananas (Tiburón #42 | La Cruz) Sun: Live Music 7 pm OSO’s Oyster Bar ( La Cruz Marina) Sat: The Remedy 7 pm Britannia (Coral, La Cruz) Tues: Open mic with The Turn 7pm

SAYULITA & SAN PANCHO Don Pato (Marlin 12, Sayulita) Live music nightly

View these listings and more online at www.vallartatribune.com/eventos/live-music-calendar/

Upcoming Events

Friday, Aug. 30 at 8pm at Incanto Theater Local French entertainer Michel Giglia will present ‘Hello Paris’ featuring the finest in French music. from noted artists including Edith Piaf, Charles Trenet. And more.

Fridays For Future Global Climate Strike (September 20 • 11:30 am - 2:30 pm) Organized by students around the world, Fridays for Future is a movement against global warming and climate change that began in when activist Greta Thunberg led a manifestation before the Swedish parliament in 2018. City Hall. Details at facebook.com/events/404373453623018.

Joven Ballet HH (September 20 • 6 pm) A young Guadalajara-based ballet company travels to Puerto Vallarta to perform classics of the repertoire, along with a few selections that draw their inspiration from Mexico. Teatro Vallarta.

Details at facebook.com/events/525451278194854.

Carlos Rivera in Puerto Vallarta (September 27 • 8 pm) Mexican pop singer Carlos Rivera will present a concert at the city’s Convention Center. With a huge following throughout Latin America, Rivera rose to fame by winning the third generation of La Academia, a reality television singing competition produced by TV Azteca, has released four studio albums and participated in six theatre productions. Details at facebook.com/events/1552558258212321.

Vallarta Nayarit Gastronomica 2019 (September 29) This annual event brings together stars of the culinary world, presenting special events (from multi-course dinners to cooking classes) for local and visiting foodies. Sheraton Buganvilias. Details at facebook.com/events/2186869038067804.

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Anglican Church Puerto Vallarta

Iglesia Anglicana Puerto Vallarta

Worldwide Anglican Communion Anglican Church in North America

Puerto Vallarta (322)-308-0022

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pages of information designed to make your stay in the area the best! From the best beaches to the best activities and more, you can download and view online at www.vallartatribune.com and watch for copies at your favourite Vallar taTribune distribution points.