Category Archives: Culinary

Top 10 reasons to dine out in Casco Viejo, Panama’s old town: Manolo’s Caracol

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Jean

ShareThis can all be summed up in two words: Manolo’s Caracol. Well known Spanish chef Manolo serves a 10 course tapas dinner at a fixed price in his Casco Viejo restaurant, an unassuming place at Avenida Central and Calle 3. … Continue reading →

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Why do We Care About Sustainable Tourism?

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Laurie

With their commitment to honoring their past, living lightly today and preserving the area for the future, Hacienda San Lucas is a wonderful example of how making a low impact on the environment can work to enhance the experience of visitors. Continue reading →

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Smartphone Etiquette Blunders

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Laurie

ShareI have been blogging for some time now about travel apps for your smartphones. While your smartphone can really enhance your life both at home and when you travel, there are some pitfalls to watch out for. I would be … Continue reading →

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Barge thru France with a few close friends

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Jean

ShareI have recently discovered a lovely way to see France with a few close friends. Anytime I find something new, I act like Columbus coming upon a new continent. But unlike the explorers of old, I want to share my … Continue reading →

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Best Molten Spiced Chocolate Cake

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Barbara

ShareHow could I have posted about Belize chocolate without giving you a recipe? Shame on me. Here goes, we had this on Valentines Day….easy and super yummy! Ingredients: 4 oz. semi-sweet chocolate 1/2 C unsalted butter 1 T cabernet sauvignon … Continue reading →

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Gormet Gals Supper Club

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Jean

ShareGourmet Gals strike again – in Morocco! The 5th Saturday Supper Club had another fabulous meal, this time with Morocco as the theme. It was an amazing spread of food: Lamb Tagine, couscous, veggie pastillas, Moroccan beet salad and blood … Continue reading →

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Creepy and kooky Halloween treats

Posted on February 6, 2011 by Barbara

ShareLast night I attended a great Halloween party in my ‘hood. Danette’s house was decorated like one spooky place. There were bones all over, spooks that flew from trees, monsters behind bars. Honestly the children were frightened! So then you … Continue reading →

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You’ll love this Yule Log

Posted on December 29, 2010 by Jean

ShareSo the supper club declared we should have a French Christmas dinner, or should I say Noel? As always I jump on dessert but then realized I’d never made a buche de Noel or Yule Log cake. However, good advice … Continue reading →

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Interior Mexican Food – mas!

Posted on November 1, 2010 by Barbara

Share Jean channeling Frida Kahlo OK – I’ll add my recipe here and look for you all to add yours. It was a meal worth repeating. Wouldn’t be surprised if Rick Bayless called. Oops, some were his recipes! My Pork … Continue reading →

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Gourmet Club – Mexican interior food – que rico!

Posted on October 29, 2010 by Barbara

ShareOur 5th Saturday Gourmet Group met again last week. OK so it wasn’t the 5th Saturday, but I was the host and I’m busy on the 5th Saturday. We chose Mexican Independence Day as the theme, then I realized Day … Continue reading →

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