By Shandra Keesecker-Rivero For three weeks in August, wine lovers flock to the rich vineyards of Baja California Norte to take part in the annual Vendimia celebrations. The festival, formalized in 1991, showcases wine, food, and culture and this year included more than 40 organized events against the backdrop of vineyards stretching across extensive valleys. […]
Contributor: Robert Farrell I had been promising myself that I’d do it…I had been promising it to myself for a couple of years. Finally, over the Cinco de Mayo weekend, I fulfilled that promise: I took one of Chef Mickey’s cooking classes to expand my kitchen skills. Chef Mickey (Chef Mickey’s Place, Blvd. Fremont at […]
The Taste of Peñasco is back, and now in 2013 it’s introducing its initials as T.O.P. Chef. Iron Chef, Chefs de Acero, T.O.P. Chef, call it what you like – this is a delectable treat for the entire community. Now in its 6th edition, this year’s Taste will take place on Feb. 16th at Plaza […]
Contributor: Susan Smiley Schramm If you’re stuck in a rut and finally figuring out that you are getting bored heading to the same ‘ole two or three favorite eating establishments in Penasco, then it’s time to open your mind to all sorts of alternatives. From fine dining to storefronts, to takeout to food carts, our […]
Contributor: Dona Hurley OOPAH! A refreshing new food offering has come to Puerto Peñasco – El Greco’s Gyros Restaurant. Kim and Louie Xourafas have opened a new spot that expands food options when seeking something delectable around town. The restaurant is nestled in the corner below the Sunset Cantina, next door to Long Realty and […]
Not being what you would call an expert in the kichen myself, though I can make a mean guacamole with my husband’s recipe, I was pleased to learn that Chef Mickey will be starting up his Saturday Cooking Classes again on Jan. 21. For those who have followed Mickey around town over the past few […]
In a sure sign of growing confidence in the local economy, not to mention a welcome return to the list of dining options in Rocky Point, we are pleased to announce that Los Juanes in the Mirador will be reopening its doors on Sunday, Jan. 22!! To start off, they will be offering daily breakfast buffet service from […]
The other day, after running around all morning we decided to search out a simple lunch spot so we could eat, run, and get on our way. We thought about two or three of our regular selections, and finally decided to try out a new spot…which brought us to El Infiernillo Toluca style Tortas. This […]
*If you don’t see your favorite listed, or if have a suggestion for us, please let us know! Agave Grill (by the McBride Family of restaurants) Located in the Princesa Resort on Sandy Beach Hours: Tues. thru Thurs. 1:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Aqui es con Flavio (seafood) 383-5292 Old Port area Spacious dining room, […]
The local Rocky Point chapter of the National Chamber of the Restaurant and Food Industry (CANIRAC) will be hosting the 1st Festival del Marisco (SeaFood Fest) on Saturday, Nov. 19, starting at 2 p.m. at the Plaza del Camarón (Shrimp Plaza). The Plaza del Camarón, located across the street from City Hall at the intersection of Blvd. […]
Plus, check for steaks at some of the best restaurants in town! Check these pages: International and Mexican & American Don Julio Bar & Grill 388-0056 Blvd. Freemont across from Plaza Freement Seafood, steakhouse, Mexican Breakfast buffet Saturdays & Sundays 8 a.m. – noon Bar with fireplace, outdoor patio Hours: Daily 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. Music […]
Morning juice fix Jugos y Licuados Ayala Fresh juices and “smoothies” Corner of Blvd. Juarez & beginning of Blvd. Kino (by the train tracks) Caffeine fix Candy Cake (two locations) Old Port and original in town (near baseball stadium) Coffee Point (two locations) Blvd. Benito Juarez as you come into town Blvd. Josefa Ortiz de […]
Chinese / Comida China Lucky House 383-7205 On Calle 13 Address: Blvd. Benito Juarez y Calle 13 #100 Daily hours: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. Rocky Point Chinese Food 383-5940 133 Sinaloa Ave. Hours: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. weekdays / Sat & Sun to 9:30 p.m., parking NOT fast food ~ meals prepared at […]
Burgers Burger King Blvd. Benito Juarez Conejo del Oeste (Burgers & Wings) 383-5732 Cuauhtémoc y López Mateos #115 just off No Reelección Hours: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. Closed Tuesdays Daily Special: 2 burgers, 1 fry x 60 pesos Delivery service El Obispo/La Terraza Plaza a la Madre coming into town Erick’s Hamburgers 388-5656 Calle 13 Delivery service […]
Baja Cantina Hotel 383-6878 Campeche y Matamoros s/n Mirador area, sports bar & restaurant on main floor Swimming pool, pool tables Breakfast buffet Bar Revolución 13 Calle 13 located in front of Hotel Señorial BooBar 602-476-2665 Cell: (Jose Boo) 638 109 5406 Old Port / Fish market area Sports bar and restaurant Special daily sunsets […]
