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New Beautiful Restaurant: Tacos La Diosa

March 11th, 2024

A few days ago, Jeff and I went out on a lunch date and tried a new spot I’ve been…

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Key Lime Pie at El Patio

El Patio Restaurant: Tasty Food, Great Service & That Caye Lime Pie

February 9th, 2024

El Patio Restaurant’s amazingly spacious dining area, bar, and lounge have been hiding from me in plain sight. And it…

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Charles from Estels grilling

Estel’s 12th Annual Rib Extravaganza: Bigger and More Delicious

February 7th, 2024

Yesterday, I woke up, and there was a chill in the air. Hooray! Low 70s, sunny – it’s the perfect…

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Birria Tacos

Big Taste San Pedro: My Best Bite December 2023

January 5th, 2024

I am pleased to announce my Best Bite of December 2023 – the Birria Tacos at Big Taste in downtown…

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The beach at Mata Chica

New Year’s Day Brunch at Ambergris Caye’s Beautiful Matachica Resort

January 4th, 2024

My first meal of 2024 was a special one. It was brunch, my favorite of all the meals. That perfect…

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Charmaine's Coconut Cake

Charmaine’s Cafe in San Pedro: My Best Bite this Month

November 26th, 2023

Looking for dessert, cake, cheesecake, gelato, pie and more in San Pedro Belize? I’ve got an AMAZING spot for you. Tip: Get the coconut cake.

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the best chicken salbutes

San Pedro Favorite El Fogon Restaurant Gets A New Look

November 6th, 2023

El Fogon Restaurant, tucked in the heart of San Pedro, has been a visitor and local favorite for traditional San…

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View out the window at Tacklebox

Delicious Sushi Thursday at The Ol’ Tacklebox Over-the-Water Restaurant

July 30th, 2023

The Ol’ Tacklebox Restaurant (formerly Tacklebox Bar and Shark’s Bar) is one of the oldest bars in San Pedro. There…

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Belize Doesn’t Have Chains? Untrue. Sarita Ice Cream in San Pedro

June 19th, 2023

I’ve heard it so many times – “Belize doesn’t have big chains”. No Mcdonald’s, no Walmart, no Burger King. And…

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Art shop next to truck stop

Ambergris Caye Check-list: 12 Must-Do’s On Your First Visit to San Pedro, Belize

May 14th, 2023

Ambergris Caye has SO much to offer and can keep you busy from morning until night.  The food, the festivals,…

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Lavish Habit Coffee Cafe in San Pedro

April 19th, 2023

I love this super cute boutique-y name for a well-needed cafe in town.  One for good real coffee AND a…

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Quick Bites: Cool Beans Cafe is WAY More than Coffee

April 4th, 2023

Numerous folks have told me to try Cool Beans Cafe located over the water in the Boca Del Rio neighborhood…

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The Island’s Jungle Bar: A Cool Spot For Everyone Charging Very Local Prices

March 15th, 2023

Have you been looking for a family- and Belizean-owned bar that serves great food and drinks at local prices? A…

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My Favorite Nachos on Chilly Ambergris Caye: Carlo & Ernie’s Runway Sports Bar

January 15th, 2023

Best Nachos on Ambergris Caye A few nights ago, a cold front blew into Belize.  Now before you suck your…

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Gorgeous Dinner and Sunset at Purple Pelican Restaurant

December 30th, 2022

I wrote a few months ago about how the Purple Pelican Restaurant was about to open and…WOW.  The huge gorgeous…

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Quick Bites: The New Sunset Location for Caliente Restaurant

December 17th, 2022

Caliente Restaurant had been serving delicious Tex-Mex-Belizean cuisine for over 20 years on the beach in downtown San Pedro.  But…

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Fantastic Food and View at The Ol’ Tacklebox Bar & Grill in the Heart of San Pedro

October 30th, 2022

A few days ago, we went to the Ol’ Tacklebox Bar and Grill for lunch  – one of the oldest…

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Elvi’s Kitchen Re-Opens With Beautiful Updates and Incredible Food

October 13th, 2022

Last week I was invited to a press get-together/party at Elvi’s Kitchen, one of San Pedro’s finest restaurants and definitely…

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Quick Bites: Amazing Birria Tacos at Big Taste

October 6th, 2022

Yesterday a friend posted a picture of tacos on Instagram…crispy-fried, surrounded by dipping sauces, bursting with cheese – and for…

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Black & White Garifuna Restaurant: Culture + Really Delicious Food

September 11th, 2022

Early this week, Jeff and I headed south of San Pedro town to Black and White Garifuna Restaurant & Cultural…

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