Los Cabos Magazine Issue #53 Fall 2021 by Los Cabos Magazine

THE GREAT EXPERIENCE OF WHALE WATCHING From Los Cabos To New York The Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, Shopping Mall Of México Another Magician Behind Nicksan’s Kitchen

LETTER FROM THE

PUBLISHER

ISSUE NUMBER 53 Publisher Joseph A. Tyson General Director Mtra. Perla Yesenia Palomino Contributing Writers Oscar Ortíz, Fernando Rodríguez Design Director Carla Sánchez Sales Perla Palomino, Gabriela Carra Administration Mary Butron, Agnes Rueda, Daniela Merchant Director of Marketing Digital Julio Franco Web Development Daniel Sauceda Photography Francisco Estrada, Daniel Jireh, Oscar Ortíz, Joseph A. Tyson, Miguel Ventura, Julio Franco

Dear readers, I am very happy to share our magazine with you now in its digital version www.loscabosmagazine.com In this edition we have on the cover the famous Singer and International Music Icon Sammy Hagar and we celebrate the 30th anniversary of our friends from Cabo Wabo in Los Cabos. Page 43. We recommend that you read the article by Indira & Insidro Jewelry Designer, who are famous for creating unique pieces with an exquisite touch: On pag. 24 “From Los Cabos to New York”.

Edited and distributed by Publicaciones Turísticas Los Cabos S.A. de C.V. Calle Flor de Pitahaya Mza. 7, Lote 29, Fraccionamiento Jacarandas, Cabo San Lucas, BCS México 23473

In this issue you will find very interesting and attractive articles from restaurants, jewelry stores, activities, whale watching and much more. We invite you to give yourself the opportunity to know more about Los cabos and with the security that we are a tourist destination always ready to receive its visitors with open arms.

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Thank you dear reader, thank you dear business partners for always supporting us, you are our strength and source of motivation to continue being number 1. Blessings Joe Tyson CEO

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LETTER FROM

DIRECTOR OF LOS CABOS MAGAZINE

Dear readers, After finishing a difficult 2020 for our world, today Los Cabos Magazine evolves into the digital age and we pause magazine printing. Los Cabos Magazine will continue to work much harder to promote our business partners and provide you dear reader with a better quality magazine with better articles, better photographs. This 2021 we will have two editions, one entering the year and another in July 2021. We invite you to continue reading us on our website www.loscabosmagazine.com The Covid 19 situation, changed the world, it was a different year but it made Los Cabos Magazine even stronger and together with our online directory www.loscabosguide.com we will make Los Cabos shine even more and continue to be the favorite place of our local and national tourists. We are committed today and always to provide you with the best of Los Cabos, the best content, the best news, the articles and we will always seek to be number 1 in terms of positioning. We are focused on fulfilling our mission, which is to promote the best tourist destination in Mexico: Los Cabos. I say goodbye with affection, but not before thanking you always for your love, your loyalty: Thank you very much! Mta. Mr. Perla Yesenia Palomino Director 6

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The Cabo Tourist Assistance Center (CATTAC) Continues Serving Visitors Helping Them With Everything From Lost Passpor ts, Documents and Complaints By Fernando Rodríguez

Los Cabos remains one of the safest cities in the world.

“We are here to help anyone and everyone which in most cases has been help with lost documents, or robbery complaints,’’ said Alejandra De Ibarra, The Center’s Secretary of Tourism, Economy and Sustainability representative. ‘’And when I say robberies, I mean when a tourist leaves a deposit for a fishing tour and the person they gave the money to does not show up the following morning; we help them get their deposit back in a quick 8

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and timely fashion, because guests that are here on vacation are only here a couple of days and don’t have a lot of time to try and resolve the matter on their own. And we help them resolve their issue as soon as possible.’’ Secretary of Tourism, Economy and Sustainability, Luis Humberto Araiza López, reiterated the commitment of the State Government to work hand in hand with the the local community in order to guarantee a unique and fast resolution with any issue, as well as providing tourists with a wealth of information in regards to activities, tours, restaurants, and special places to visit and see. Luis Humberto Araiza López also pointed to the attention and quality services that the CATTAC center has

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Located along the Cabo San Lucas Marina, between the Cabo Adventures Dolphin Center and Captain Tony’s Restaurant , The Tourist Assistance Center (CATTAC) has been providing comprehensive and timely assistance to all tourists, and cruise ship visitors since the offices first opened in May of 2017.

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When Armida Castro Guzmán was sworn into office last summer, she became Los Cabos’ first-ever female mayor.

provided and continues to oversee. ‘’This center allows us to strengthen the image of BCS as a vacation destination, as well as to increase our competitiveness, since in addition to helping visitors, it also provides important information about Cabo sites of interest, main attractions, and recreational as well as cultural activities of Los Cabos.’’ The CATTAC offices work in conjunction with representatives from the Los Cabos City Council, the Federal and Tourist Police, Gendarmerie, The Public Ministry (akin to a district attorney branch of lawyers), Federal Consumer Prosecutor (PROFECO), and the National Commission of Areas Protected Natural Resources (CONANP), as well as the Ministry of Health.

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“In the first year we received 5,000 visitors and this year we are at 1,500

so far in March 2020. so we have tripled the amount of visitors we have served,’’ added De Ibarra, while also noting that 95% of her staff speak English. ‘’We receive two kinds of tourists; 1) one of them wants to know what kinds of activities are available in this or has questions about restaurant’s, or special places to see and the other one, 2) enters our offices to file a complaint.’’ Alejandra De Ibarra attended all Bilingual schools during her elementary years in La Paz, BCS, and in 2005 completed her high school years by graduating from a public high school in Cincinnati, Ohio, which she jokingly said ‘’was very cold.’’ De Ibarra earned her college degree in communications at the University of Guadalajara in Jalisco, Mexico and obtained her Master’s Degree in Social Science in Guadalajara as well. She has been at the office

LOS CABOS MAGAZINE, revista anual, edición número 53, febrero 2021. Editado por: PUBLICACIONES TURISTICAS LOS CABOS S.A. DE C.V. Editor Responsable: Joseph Anthony Tyson Carlton. No. de Certificado de Reserva otorgado por el Instituto Nacional del Derecho de Autor: 04-2005-062017021100-102. No. de Certificado de Licitud de Título: No. 13247. No. de Certificado de Licitud de Contenido: 10820. Domicilio de la Publicación: Calle Flor de Pitaya Mza. 7 Lote 29, Fracc. Jacarandas, Cabo San Lucas, BCS, México, 23473. Impresor: Los Cabos Magazines Inc., 2215 Paseo de Las Americas, Suite 25-M-4 San Diego, CA 921547908. Tel. (858)-452-8332. Imprenta: Publication Printers Corp, 2001 S. Platte River Dr. Denver Colorado 80223. Tel. (303)-936-0303. Distribuidor: PUBLICACIONES TURISTICAS LOS CABOS S.A. DE C.V., Calle Flor de Pitaya Mza. 7 Lote 29, Fracc. Jacarandas, Cabo San Lucas, BCS México, 23473 Despacho.

since the very first day. In California, she has been to Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, and San Diego. While back east, Alejandra has lived in Ohio, and visited the states of Michigan, and New York. The CATTAC offices are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM but have a security guard on sentry duty who is available 24 hours a day in case of emergency. Lost passports is CATTAC’s biggest issue when dealing with and helping tourists. CATTAC has two offices in Baja California; one in the state capitol of La Paz and one in Cabo San Lucas. For more information or to reach their offices please contact (624) 143-7231 or visit their website, http://turismo.bcs.gob.mx. CATTAC director Alejandra De Ibarra can also be reached via email at aibarra@setuesbcs.gob.mx.

LOS CABOS MAGAZINE, published one times per year, issue number 53, February 2021. Published by: PUBLICACIONES TURISTICAS LOS CABOS S.A. DE C.V. Editor Responsible: Joseph Anthony Tyson. Número de Certificado de Reserva otorgado por el Instituto Nacional del Derecho de Autor: 04-2005-062017021100-102. Número de Certificado de Licitud de Título: No. 13247. Número de Certificado de Licitud de Contenido: 10820. Publication Address: Calle Flor de Pitaya Mza. 7 Lote 29, Fracc. Jacarandas, Cabo San Lucas, BCS, México, 23473. Printer: Los Cabos Magazines, Inc., 2215 Paseo de Las Americas, Suite 25-M-4 San Diego, CA 92154-7908. Tel. (858)-452-8332. Printed at: Publication Printers Corp, 2001 S. Platte River Dr. Denver Colorado, USA 80223, Tel. (303)-936-0303. Distributor: PUBLICACIONES TURISTICAS LOS CABOS S.A. DE C.V., Office: Calle Flor de Pitaya Mza. 7 Lote 29, Fracc. Jacarandas, Cabo San Lucas, BCS México, 23473.

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Golden Zone By Fernando Rodriguez

Great variety of dishes only in Golden Zone.

‘’My husband and I shared the shrimp ravioli and the salmon carpaccio for lunch. Both dishes were so tasty! It was our first time having shrimp ravioli so that was a great treat. The salmon was very fresh. The service is wonderful. I love the Marina view while enjoying our food. Great restaurant with lovely food,’’ said Jennifer L.from Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. 10

The Presto Restaurant Italian cuisine brings the traditional regional flavors of Italy to the heart of Cabo, merging them with the special touch of Mexican cuisine, creating exceptional flavors with great and delicious dishes that are carefully prepared with authentic and fresh ingredients at the hands of their Executive Chef, Roberto Macciadris. The Presto company has been committed to providing an unforgettable and authentic culinary experience; that includes delicious food and and an exquisite wine pairing selections. Some of their more amazing dishes are accompanied by their flagship cocktail of Aperol Spritz and Amaretto Sour. ‘’It was fun to sit outside at the Marina and the nearby restaurant had live music that we were close enough to enjoy,’’ said Amy O. of Glencoe, Illinois. Adding that, ‘’We stuck with the basics and everyone was happy. We ordered a few pizzas for the kids and the adults jumped right in with pasta dishes. All the pasta dishes were

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good but the winning dish was my husbands Shrimp Diablo.’’ Presto Italian Ristorante has been serving Italian specialties in a modern bistro atmosphere since 2011. ‘’I recommend the Penne with a white wine sauce accompanied by a bottle of Mexican Baja California Wine from the Valley of Guadalupe near Ensenada,’’ said Viridiana Chairez of Mexico City, Mexico. ‘’Who would have known we’d find amazing Italian food in Mexico?,’’ added Valerie Taylor, after her January 2021 visit. ‘’The carpaccio (for those who love raw meat) is exceptional. So is their Mango smoothie. Excellent pizza, very delicious. The service was impeccable, smiles everywhere, kindness galore.’’ For reservations and/or more information please call Presto Pizza, Pasta, and Salads at (624) 145-6020. Located at Paseo de La Marina, Puerto Paraiso. Open 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM.

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The Golden Zone Restaurant Row along the Marina in Cabo San Lucas offers tourists seven different places to dine, whether it be breakfast, lunch or dinner. The dining establishment which offers Italian cuisine for afternoon lunch or a dinner evening, is Presto Italian Ristorante. Also known as Presto Pizza, Pasta, and Salads, or Presto for short. Presto offers timeless delights that are served in a modern Italian atmosphere. Their Italian classics features savory homemade soups, salads, Carpaccios, pasta, gourmet pizza and Focaccia.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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LIFESTYLE From Los Cabos to New York

The Treasures of Mexico in one Magical Shop

The Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, Shopping Mall of México

The Treasures of México Found at La Turquesa

30th Anniversary of Cabo Wabo

OUTDOORS In This Time Give It To Me Easy When Whales Soar High

The Great Experience of Whale Watching By Oscar Ortíz 12

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On the Cover Location: Cabo Wabo

Photography: Francisco Estrada cabowabocantina.com

FROM TOP: COURTESY INDIRA & ISIDRO; JULIO FRANCO ; FRANCISCO ESTRADA; OSCAR ORTÍZ

By Fernando Rodríguez

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OUTDOORS The Directory

Your guide to Los Cabos activities By Fernando Rodriguez

A Star is Born with Santo Restaurant

A Cabo Mexican Tradition at Pancho’s

The Dining Guide

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Another Magician Behind Nicksan’s Kitchen: Edie Carbajal

Downtown Cabo San Lucas.....................22 San José del Cabo..................................32 Cabo San Lucas.....................................44 Puerto Los Cabos...................................50 Downtown San José del Cabo.................62 Tourist Corridor..................................76-77 Overview, La Paz–East Cape–Los Cabos...100 Los Cabos Magazine | FALL 2021

FROM TOP: COURTESY CABO EXPEDITIONS; COURTESY NICKSAN; COURTESY SANTO; ANDRIK OECHLER; FRANCISCO ESTRADA

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In addition, Ten Car Rental, created their “Purple Safety Program” which is based on 15 points aligned with the World Health Organization (WHO) protocols in regards to a consistent deep and enhanced cleaning along with the sanitization of their checkin offices. The entire fleet of their vehicles have all been using ECOLAB cleaning products; which is a world leader in disinfection solutions that help maintain a healthy, safe and sustainable environment. The “Purple Safety Program” Plan is a disinfection and cleaning process consisting of 15 points that follow the World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines. The Ten Car Rental cleaning crew in charge of the vehicles has been trained in the cleaning and “Purple Safety Program” disinfection process. The 15 points

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14.- Car keys sanitization. Each key is subjected to a process of sanitization and delivered to the customer in a sealed bag. 15.- Car sealed. The unit will be fully guaranteed and sealed after going through a complete hygiene and sanitation process. Once the sanitization process has been completed, the car is parked in a special area where all the finished cars are located. This is where the unit is sealed with the guaranty that the car has gone through the 15-point process of our program. “Ten Car was incredible! I will forever only rent through them in Cabo. Nicest and fastest service from and to the airport. So so easy and very friendly staff who greeted us,’’ said Katherine L. of San Francisco, CA, after her recent January 2021 visit. Their fleet of vehicles include the compact Chevrolet Aveo, the premium Chevrolet Suburban, and the standard Volkswagen Jetta. Located at the San Jose del Cabo Airport, and in downtown Cabo San Lucas. Open from 8:00am-8:00pm. For more information please call (624) 172-2402, (800) 836-2274, or (877) 836-2271. For booking a car rental via email contact, reservations@tencarrental.com. Other office locations include The Sheraton Grand Los Cabos, Hacienda del Mar, and Solaz Signature Suites.

BY FERNANDO RODRIGUEZ

Since 2017, Ten Car Rental, has been the groundbreaking car rental company which promised three years ago to achieve excellence in its service, under the philosophy of offering transparency in their rates. Ten Car Rental has also been operating under strict hygiene and safety protocols based on the guidelines set forth by the state and municipal government authorities during the Coronavirus pandemic.

consist of the following. 1.- Vehicle inspection Report of bumps, scrapes, scratches, or any damage to body work or paint.Gasoline level report; in case the level is below “full”, it will be filled up before continuing with the process.Tire inspection. Tire pressure level.Tire lifespan. 2.- Inside Inspection All trash must be removed and forgotten items are reported to the customer. 3.- Inside vacuuming Vacuuming of the front and rear area of the units is performed. 4.- Trunk cleaning and vacuuming Trunk cleaning. In case the trunk has dirt, stains, or odor. 5.-Glass check and cleaning 6.-Fluid systems check Windshield wiper. Engine oil. Antifreeze. 7.- Wipers check 8.- Air Conditioning System check 9.- Car clock check 10.- Elimination of inside odors It is necessary to apply the indicated chemicals for the removal of odors within the units such as moisture, food, cigarettes, etc. 11.- Outside washing of the vehicle. 12.- Vehicle’s interior deep cleaning and disinfection using ECOLAB cleaning products. Car sanitization is carried out through a mist system, using an approved cleaner and disinfectant which is a bactericide, fungicide and virucidal. 13.- Quality assurance final inspection

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D I N I N G ''We have been at this location since November 21, 2020, and we have been the only restaurant that has been open during all of the pandemic'', said IL Forno Chef Luigi Cavanna, who hails from Milan, Italy, and has traveled the world creating and serving the best original and most traditional, tasty Italian food for the past 20 years in the Republic of Mexico and the last half decade in Cabo San Lucas, where he arrived in 2015.

''I'm in this business to serve delicious, traditional Italian homemade style food and treat our guests to spectacular service''

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added Chef Luigi, and what a phenomenal business it is, offering the best Italian cuisine this side of the Mediterranean, with outstanding customer service provided by Pietro Gioco from Verona, Italy, who has decades-long professional experience managing Italian restaurants. IL Forno's authentic taste originates from the imported from Italy key ingredients and their locally grown organic vegetables from their nearby farm in Pescadero. 'The service at IL Forno was amazing. The food -- heavenly. And the interior is so lovely! We got the pasta special with shrimp and tomato, pesto pasta, Caesar salad and calamari. So fresh. Don't hesitate to go here!'' exclaimed an excited Lauren B. of the Upper East Side, in Manhattan, New York. 'This restaurant was recommended by a family friend who lives in Cabo and we were pleasantly surprised! The food was amazing and the service was even better. Enrique was a true gentleman and took care of us totally. I highly recommend this restaurant to everyone and can't wait to come back!'' echoed David G. from Riverside, California. ''I grew up on Mediterranean Italian food and I now serve my heritage.

Some of Il Forno's favorite dishes. Italian food at the table!

It's what my mom did and what my father did. They loved cooking wonderful food,'' added Chef Luigi Cavanna, who has indeed continued a family tradition of serving spectacular traditional Italian cuisine dishes; all affordably priced and all, supremely exquisite and delicious. ''The Burrata salad combined with their house garlic bread was light and packed with flavor. It was fresh beyond words. We each ordered entrees Including a lobster fettuccine alfredo. We had a couple chicken parmesan with house made pasta with fresh tomato sauce, and there was also a pasta pesto sauce that was so delicious. We had three

creme brulee to finish the night,'' said Cris S. of Jackson, California, near Sacramento, during his recent November, 2020 Cabo vacation visit. ''There was not a disappointment to be found.'' Open from 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM, IL Forno is located at Avenida Paseo del Pescador, Cabo San Lucas, which is a stone's throw from the Cabo Villas and Casa Dorada resort hotels one block away. For more information or to make a reservation, please call (624) 108-2165, or visit their website https://ilfornocabosanlucas.com/ All major credit cards accepted.

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From Los Cabos To New York The Crown Jewel of Baja California

Isidro Sanchez at the 2019 New York city fashion show.

he quaint and cozy turquoise and white painted, Indira and Isidro’s Jewelry shop has been at their location in front of the San Jose del Cabo Mission Catholic Church for 17 years. “Isidro is originally from Mexico City, and joined his older brother in Cancun, where they opened their first jewelry store,’’ 24

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said Indira Sanchez. “They later moved to Los Cabos and this is where he and I met,’’ she added with a smile. Indira and Isidro’s jewelry collection have been inspired by the beauty of this Southern Baja California Region they call home. Indira hails from a small pueblo community near the

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magical Baja California city of Mulege. Their jewelry pieces tell stories, and express feelings of places that are located in this region, that have been described as rare, unique and distinct. ‘’We have clients who always come back and ask whats new?,’’ mentioned Indira while describing the jewelry they alone manufacture. ‘’We try and suit jewelry to their likes and personalize them for each customer. Every creation has its own history and value,’’ added Indira. ‘’What we are working on now, is what we call the skin collection, which is what my husband took with him to the prestigious New York Fashion Show. We went through various trial and error until we were satisfied with the finished product; which varies and comes in shades of blue and gray. The men’s bracelets are very masculine of silver and leather colors that are reflective of what best suits the buyer.’’ And while Indira was unable to accompany her husband Isidro on his dream come true voyage to the New York Fashion Show, she is expecting to go this 2020 year to a different fashion show in the Big Apple City of New York, New York. 26

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COURTESY INDIRA & ISIDRO JEWELRY DESIGNERS

Isidro Sanchez and Ninel Conde.

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World class models wearing Indira & Isidro jewelry designs.

‘’It was a blessing going to New York, this past 2019 year, in which we learned how to dream big and realize our goals and both understand it’s important that I share in these moments,’’ commented Indira, adding that, ‘’We have worked very well with Designer Wilfredo Gerardo and have a good relationship with him since our first meeting.’’ The Sanchez couple have achieved international recognition by reaching one of the largest catwalks in the United States and the world. ‘’I had the opportunity to work with more than 50 Couture designers from all over the world; and getting to New York, is the dream of any artist,’’ added Isidro. ‘’My wife Indira and I have been making jewelry for 19 years. We have always made pieces that are different from the rest.’’ Their creative jewelry design hopes to honor the Pericue Natives that first inhabited the Baja California Sur land which became La Paz, Todos Santos, East Cape and Los Cabos. Offering a unique collection that pays tribute to the Calafia Queen. ‘’I didn’t know how to create designs, but over time I learned how to design. As women, we have many qualities that compliment our designs and the ideas we share,’’ noted Indira. Los Cabos Magazine | FALL 2021

L I F E S T Y L E The creative jewelry manufacturing designing husband and wife duo first started placing their jewelry on social media via Instagram and Facebook aside from their website https://www. indirandisidro.com/, and have learned how to best photograph their designs with proper lighting and share them online. Indira and Isidro Sanchez have also had the opportunity of making some jewelry for Jennifer Lopez, not with J-LO personally, but indirectly through her friend who informed Indira she wanted a cross necklace. Indira also had the distinguished honor and good fortune of designing something for someone who is not quite the celebrity like Jennifer Lopez, but a professional corporate manager gentleman from Nieman Markus. ‘’I enjoy looking for the stones that artisans present me from which we can create something dynamic and unique that is ours,’’ explained Indira. One of the regular places Indira travels for their jewelry design and manufacturing business brand is Tasco, Guerrero, the capitol silver mining city in which 99% of the country purchases their silver. “We have made many friends over the years in Tasco, and while everyone gets their silver there, we strive to continue creating our unique designs.’’

Celebrating 19 years of creating jewelry magic.

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COURTESY INDIRA & ISIDRO JEWELRY DESIGNERS

Isidro & Indira jewelry designs.

Indira and Isidro’s Jewelry can be found in several hotels in Los Cabos, and the couple have come to accept having their designs copied as a natural part of their growth and success. The attractive and sweet Indira, and equally pleasant and friendly Isidro, have continued building the relationships and camara-

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Isidro & Indira jewelry designs on the New York Fashion Show.

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derie they have made at industry expositions and conventions. In 2020, they will both attend jewelry and fashion shows in Madrid, Spain and Europe for the first time. Quite a dream-like future for the two lovable Los Cabos business leaders, who a few years ago battled with heartache and tragedy as Isidro fell ill and was in life-threatening shape for three years. ‘’When my husband was sick, we struggled a little bit, but thanks to our faith and God’s blessings, we managed to get by and have continued to prosper and he is now enjoying what we consider his second chance at life. Living everyday to the fullest. In December 2018, Isidro, underwent his last operation, which was our last hope, and we are ever so thankful and blessed to have him back to normal,’’ said Indira. The happy and humble couple, have two children together and have raised his three youngsters from a previous marriage all as one fortunate, hard-working, and talented family. ‘’Both of our children like to draw and design jewelry and they each possess a strong passion for what is the family legacy. Our 10year old son has tremendous potential, since he is starting so early, in expressing his own designs,’’ commented Indira. A content, happy, and proud jewelry designing Mexican mother and priceless gem of the Los Cabos, Southern Baja California business community and half leader of Indira and Isidro Jewelry Designs Shop of San Jose del Cabo’s Mijares Central Plaza. Los Cabos Magazine | FALL 2021

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irai Asian Fusion Restaurant and Sushi Bar, Executive Chef Volker Romeike, was born and raised in Germany and arrived in Cabo San Lucas during 1995; where he led Pitahayas Restaurant for 25 years; ten years after he first arrived in Mexico City, 1985. During the past two years, Romeike, received the 2018 Grand Luxury Award, for the third consecutive year. The GLA is a distinction focused on the hospitality industry to its highest extent, within an environment filled with global competition, where culinary excellence prevails. In 2019, Romeike, was declared one of the best chefs in the world by the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences, which has awarded Pitahayas its prestigious Five Star Diamond every year since 1998. Of the more than 27,000 evaluated hotels, just 121 properties earned Five Diamond distinction for 2019.

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Chef Volker, has now taken his nearly four decades long (37 years) award winning cuisine and opened Mirai Asian Fusion and Sushi Bar Restaurant in San Jose del Cabo. And while the Grand Luxury Awards, have set guidelines for the high quality standards established by The International Hospitality Association, which verifies that the establishments have world-class facilities, an appropriate atmosphere and outstanding service, Mirai Restaurant, definitely possesses each of those first class qualities.

and were so attentive. We had the special short ribs and mashed potatoes and garlic-butter shrimp. Both were outstanding and the carrot cake was one of the best we had ever had,'' said Cabo San Lucas resident, Monserrat Rouge, originally from La Paz. ''Mirai has the friendliest staff and great sushi. They had such unique rolls and incredible quality fish. The rolls with plantain and mango were delicious! After our meal the chef came by our table as well as the owner to check in on us; and we had a nice conversations with them both. I highly recommend this place. We ended up going back one more time before we left for home,'' added Frank Munoz from San Antonio, Texas. Mirai Restaurant is located at Alegranza Residential Resort in San Jose del Cabo on Calle de la Playa by the Fonatur offices. Open from 1:00 in the afternoon until 9:00 PM. Closed on Wednesdays. (624) 123-2192. MasterCard and Visa welcome.

The menu features a variety of tasty dishes that include, the delicious blackened salmon, beef fillet with black japanese rice, the savory short ribs, carne asada and shrimp tacos, shrimp tostadas, fresh tuna, shrimp/chicken or beef teriyaki, and the yummy chicken or shrimp ramen. The rolls of course are equally tantalizing, delicious and affordably priced. ''The new chefs Volker and Julian made our evening spectacular. Our waiters Oscar and Edgar spoke flawless English

From Top: Yellowfin tuna tostada, Mirai Location.

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The Treasures of Mexico in one Magical Shop By Fernando Rodríguez

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Pottery from mainland México available at Cobalto.

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Fto orPottery the past 20 years, The Cobaland Tile shop has been at their Francisco Madero Street location in downtown Cabo San Lucas, quietly becoming the undisputed best tile and pottery store in Los Cabos and quite possibly the entire Baja California Region. Their inventory of tiles for kitchen and home offers two differently priced styles based on the Fahrenheit heat from which they were created. The hotter of course, the better and longer lasting in strength and durability. Cobalto Pottery also features a dazzling, artistically, hand crafted chic and stylish set of purses and leather wallets. Other in-store items include guaranteed not to break bowls, jewelry boxes, household address tile numbers, coffee mugs, crosses, key chains, dream catchers, piggy banks, plates, and original Mexican Hallmark-theme cards that are unique, distinct and exceedingly cute.

Their very knowledgeable and experienced artesanal industry owner, Raquel, who originally hails from the mainland Mexican state of Jalisco, imports all of her merchandise from the states of Guanajuato, Oaxaca, Puebla, Chiapas, and Jalisco; where she is very well known and respected. "I like to help the artists in the promotion and sale of their work, from the small towns whose passion for what they create has been a livelihood of their generation for years,'' she said. In the world of mankind and its history, all the earliest forms of pottery were made from clays that were fired at low temperatures, initially in pit-fires or in open bonfires. They were hand formed and un-decorated. Earthenware can be fired as low as 600 °C. Porcelain is made by heating materials, generally including kaolin, in a kiln to temperatures between 1,200 and 1,400 °C (2,200 and 2,600 °F). The Venus of Dolní VestonLos Cabos Magazine | FALL 2021

S H O P P I N G ice figurine, a statuette of a nude female has been dated to being made as far back as 29,000–25,000 BC. In Mexico, Maya ceramics date back to 3,500–2,000 BC. Cobalto Pottery can be found in many Los Cabos hotels and have been purchased by several Airbnb and property management clients for their rental and for sale properties. Some Cobalto Pottery, Tile and Handbag items are currently being offered at a pandemic-priced discount cost of as much as 50% off. The Cobalto inventory of artistic hand made items are both unique, and exclusive. New products include a collection of specially designed artesanal porcelain products, that are dazzling to behold.

Hard to find pottery ceramics at Cobalto.

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The cute and adorable handmade from paper postcards are available for as little as $7 USD ($133 pesos). For more information please visit http://www.cobaltomexico.com or call Raquel at the cozy, downtown area shop; located around the corner from Amelia Wilkes Plaza and Cabo Wabo Cantina on Calle Francisco Madero Street. (624) 105-0046.

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The Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, Shopping Mall of Mexico By Fernando Rodríguez

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purses and bags), 6) Montblanc( designer watches and jewelry), 7) Pandora (jewelry), 8) Port (men's clothes) , 9) Purificacion Garcia (designer wear from Spain), 10) Salvatore Ferragamo (designer brand men's and women's shoes and accessories), 11) Sunglass Hut, 12) Swarovski (women's jewelry), 13) Thomas Sabo (German jewelry brand), 14) Tous, 15) Ultrafemme (fragrances, beauty and skin care), 16) Ultrajewels, 17) Victoria's Secret, 18) Vilebrequin, and the 19) Yandi Monardo art gallery.

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uxury Avenue Los Cabos is located at the Puerto Paraiso Mall of the shopping center's Golden Zone area; that shines with spectacular views of the Cabo San Lucas boats and yacht harbor. The amenities of Luxury Avenue Boutique Mall consist of the many fine shops and art gallery that line the roomy interior which include in alphabetical order; 1) Carolina Herrera (designer purses, ladies apparel) 2) Daniel Espinosa (Jewelry), 3) Krei, 4)Lacoste, 5) Longchamp (designer

S H O P P I N G Open from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, the Luxury Avenue Boutique Mall's only other location in Mexico, or the world for that matter, happens to be in Cancun, Quintana Roo. Considered Mexico's answer to Rodeo Drive of the elite Hollywood, Los Angeles jet set crowds, Luxury Avenue, first opened in 2008, and has become a Cabo San Lucas landmark, catering to its own rich and vacationing tourist clientele. Heralded as the only high-end boutique mall in the Baja California Region. Featuring some of the most-coveted and expensive brands in fashion, jewelry, and cosmetics.

The varied selection at Luxury Avenue of limited clothing, consists of mostly jewelry, make-up, purses, watches and an art galery; all make for a decent break from the beaches and sun, for an air-conditioned window shopping afternoon.

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Long considered the Beverly Hills of Mexico, Cabo San Lucas, has certainly upheld that distinction by the addition of such high-end shopping areas, like Luxury Avenue. And what better place than to find Luxury Avenue, than at its picturesque, Golden Zone area of the Puerto Paraiso Mall, that provides the spectacular eye candy of its gleaming harbor, filled with boats and yachts that completes the wonderful experience of shopping there. Restaurants also line the Golden Zone, but if its glamorous jewelry items, purses, fashion and other designer items that one seeks, then Luxury Avenue is certainly the place to look, shop and enjoy.

The Beverly Hills style shopping in Los Cabos.

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The Treasures of México Found at La Turquesa

''La Turquesa Jewelry and Art promotes a lot of local art, and has excellent pieces of talented artists and artisans of Los Cabos,'' said Hugo De La Rosa Castro during his visit to vacation beach paradise Los Cabos. Castro also raved about the reasonably priced silver jewelry. Owner Carlo Sotelo Perez specializes in the sale of silver jewelry, turquoise Navajo style treasures, local crafts, Talavera pottery and blown glass from the central mainland of Mexico. 40

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Since first opening on July 27, 2013, Carlo Sotelo Perez has enjoyed a gradual increase in business and notoriety, as his small business has reached a level of popularity among visiting U.S. American, Canadian, and mainland Mexico buyers. ''This is the best place in Cabo for beautiful jewlery and art work and gifts for your loved ones,'' commented Deb Kaminski from the western American state of Washington during her recent visit.

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S H O P P I N G Canadian Jamie Lang added with excitement that, ''Carlo and his friendly staff are a wonderful team and have exceptional merchandise for a great price! So welcoming and very generous with their tequila!'' During her recent November 2019 visit, Carol M from the Northwest USA also chimed with delight as she explained, ''We were offered bottled water upon entering which we appreciated as it was hotter than hell outside. The owner chatted with me about Mexican folklore and some of the pieces I was interested in. He was very amiable and very knowledgeable. Honestly, there were so many pieces I would have bought if I had the money and the space.'' Carlo Sotelo Perez, himself spoke of a lady from Waterford, Michigan who had searched all over town for pink and teal fire opal stud earrings, and not only found them in his store but also purchased a beautiful triple bangle bracelet and nice silver hoop earrings. All at very good prices.

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Open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM, La Turquesa Jewelry and Art, (624) 105-1536, offers wonderful reasonably priced souvenirs for friends and family back home. For video and more information please visit them on Facebook at La Turquesa Jewelry and Art. Located in downtown Cabo San Lucas, #7 Calle Madero Street #7 (Around the corner from Cabo Wabo).

Besides necklaces and cultural earrings, you will also find a wide variety of silver creations at La Turquesa.

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If there was ever a city landmark in Cabo San Lucas, it’s the internationally famous, Cabo Wabo Cantina, which opened in 1990, is generally referred to simply as Cabo Wabo and is owned by the rock star legend, Sammy Hagar.

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After its MTV advertised premier 30 years ago, Cabo Wabo has since become a mandatory tourist stop for just about everyone who visits Cabo San Lucas, even cruise ship passengers who only come ashore and stroll through town a few hours. Having been featured on MTV, VH1, E-Channel, Travel Channel, and hundreds of other social media outlets and the Cabo Wabo Cantina has distinguished itself as the Hollywood Walk of Fame Mexican-style destination for all travelers who arrive during the calendar year which has propelled Cabo’s world-wide fame as a spring break, wonderful beaches and sunny weather dream-like vacation paradise.

‘’In 1990, Cabo San Lucas was pretty small for such an elaborate nightclub. Later, when this town at the tip of Baja California grew into the prominent vacation destination that it is today, it seemed as if I had looked into a crystal ball,’’ said owner Sammy Hagar. ‘’The truth is that the concept was evolutionary and the reality of what it has become is based on small steps, a lot of mistakes, a few good people and tons of luck.’’

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Executive Manager and partner, Jorge Viaña, spoke of the Cantina’s inability to celebrate its 30-year anniversary last April 2020, due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Since then, other changes that Jorge alluded to was the closure of the southern stair entrance and original restaurant location. Now the restaurant is located inside the dance floor area in front of the live band stage, where all tables are strategically spaced apart per social distancing Covid-19 safety protocol. Cabo Wabo also installed hot water sanitizing steam drinking glasses and plate dishwashing machines. ‘’We were in Cabo to celebrate the Christmas Holidays and New Year’s and Cabo Wabo’s COVID precautions were so good. Temperature checks upon entering, the disinfecting of shoes and hands really put us at ease. The beers, nachos and especially the fish tacos were amazing. And their food and drink service was of course, simply superb.

Celebrating 30 years of rocking Cabo San Lucas.

Beer was ice cold. Their friendly and attentive staff followed covid safety precautions, and while the slightly toned down entertainment atmosphere was to be expected because of our current covid times, we had a wonderful time, once again,’’ said Hector Lopez, originally from Madera, California, who spearheads the Deported Veterans foundation offices in Tijuana, Mexico. Cabo Wabo Cantina is normally open from 9:00 AM - 2:00 AM, but closes at 11:00 PM along with all other downtown businesses during the Mexican government mandated health and safety anti-coronavirus measures. Located at Lazaro Cardenas and Vicente Guerrero, Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S, 23450. For reservations please call (624) 143-1188. All major credit cards accepted. Contact via email at webmaster@cabowabocantina. com or visit http://www.cabowabocantina.com/ and follow them on facebook. Los Cabos Magazine | FALL 2021

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In this time give it to me easy when whales soar high

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hale watching season in Los Cabos officially begins in December. That cool winter time of year when those enormous visitors return to their annual place of giving birth, is quite possibly the 3rd biggest attraction to this Southern Baja California region of year round summer paradise, behind the sport fishing tournaments and golf. The Sperm and Humpback whales who venture this way year after year, generally spend a good part of about five to six months in Cabo San Lucas during this life-giving time and visitors from all regions of the United States and Canada make their way in Los Cabos and not see--but be a part---of this magical whale watching time of year.

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Most of the companies that offer whale watching tours in San Lucas use the same small group, small boat approach to better enrich the tourists whale watching experience and also maintain non-invasive interactions with the humongous whales that visiting families and guests get so charged up about seeing. This respectful form of following the whales and capturing on video or camera this once in a lifetime views of the unique adventure seems to work out best for everyone involved, especially the whales. This friendly concept allows for a tremendously cool outing in which people enjoy the thrills of seeing the acrobatic displays of mating whales, and the surreal visions of mother whales and new born baby whales interacting after birth. It is undoubtedly what makes whale watching in Cabo San Lucas one of the best places in all of the world to see whales. The endless days of sunshine and warm weathered waters, is the Los Cabos trademark and tradition which attracts these whales and the visitors who fly down here to not only see but be near them again and again year after year.

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Cabo Mar whale tours.

Cabo Rey and Cabo Expedition, are two of the twelve tour company that provide whale watching services. The range in cost are generally set at $89 US dollars for adults and $60 USD for children ages 8-12 years old. One of the highly sought after tours is the three and a half hour Sunset whale watching tour, which is priced at $95 USD; which includes appetizers & drinks, listening to humpbacks on a hydrophone, while quietly drifting into the sunset around the Sea of Cortez and Pacific Ocean waters.

The whales migrate south to Baja California’s Los Cabos waters from as far away as 6,000 miles for the winter warm waters found in the Sea of Cortez, do so in bunches. Traveling from as far away as the frigid northern waters of Alaska to mate and give birth to their young. Most of the gigantic creatures are mammals, whose length ranges anywhere from 40-50 feet long and are said to weigh as much as 73,000 pounds.

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Cabo Sails, and the equally sounding Cabo Sailing, offer high-speed, inflatable boats that provide guest with great opportunities to witness and photograph these

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The Buccaneer Queen gives the whale watching tour a nostalgic experience aboard their authentic-looking, 96-foot long pirate ship; which has been featured in the ‘’Cutthroat Island’’ movie starring Geena Davis, as well as having been showcased in several television commercials. Built in San Diego California, during 1968, as an exact replica of an ancient galleon that sailed these waters thousands of years ago by fortune seeking, blood thirsty Buccaneer pirates. Cabo Expeditions brings their 15 years’ experience as a leader offering Bilingual knowledgeable guides that make the tour fun and educational.

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amazing animals. Both near-identically named tour companies are “whale friendly” and safety conscious whale watching tour companies, vying to make every tour an experience to remember. Newborn whales enter the world of Cabo San Lucas at about 15 feet in length and weigh around 1,500 pounds. Their mother’s whale milk is known to be more than 50% fat and at least 12 times richer than cow’s milk, which allows the baby whale to build up blubber and strength for their long return trip north; once spring in Los Cabos arrives in May.

Pez Gato and Cabo Mar are two more expert whale watching tour companies who always deliver exceptional service as well as Tropicat and Ocean Rider. Four other whale

watching tour companies whose boat have the unique hydrophone listening technology that allows listening to whales communicate underwater.

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Famous for their festive sunset dinner booze cruises, Cabo Escape and Sunrider, also provide visitor’s with an exhilarating and wonderful whale watching experience. Meandering through Sea of Cortez waters on the look out for the spouting or visible exhales of air by these friendly mammals, as well as the incredible breaching action of whales leaping almost completely out of the water and falling back; where they create their signature spectacular splash, which everyone loves. Mother whales have been captured in video footage being extremely affectionate with their young and Los Cabos Magazine | FALL 2021

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THE GREAT EXPERIENCE OF WHALE WATCHING By Oscar Ortíz

organisms that have teeth because their diet consists of crustaceans, fish and small animals. These organisms have a breathing spiracle, they are also very social animals, since they come to live in groups or clans of 50 to 500 individuals, as is the case with killer whales, dolphins and sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) something particular of these The latter is that they can have their own form of communication and are considered excellent divers since they can stay up to 1hr underwater.

Marine mammals are divided into two groups that are the Odontocetes and the Mysticetes. Odontocetes are

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are small crustaceans, krill or anchovies, they have two breathing spiracles and some whales sing, within this group we can observe the blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus), is cosmopolitan and migratory, reaches a length of 33.5 m (109 ft) is the largest animal that exists on the planet, they are commonly seen from December to April near Loreto Island. The gray whale (Eschirichtius robustus), performs one of the longest migrations among mammals, every year it travels between 15 and 20 thousand kilometers round trip from the icy seas between Alaska and Russia, to the waters of Baja California Sur.

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Marine mammals are so charismatic that they cause us a lot of curiosity, a special place to observe them is the Gulf of California and the Pacific Ocean, these animals belonging to the group of mammals share certain characteristics with humans such as maintaining a constant body temperature, they have lungs, which makes it necessary for them to often come to the surface to breathe (every 15-20 minutes) and at some stage of their development they have hair, the young are breastfed at birth.

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It can measure up to 15 meters long and weigh 35 tons, the skin is gray, with white spots that allow each individual to differentiate. The body is covered with barnacles, scales or lice. They have several protuberances, but they lack a true dorsal fin, it remains close to the coast, at a maximum distance of 20 kilometers. It inhabits two areas in the world: the coasts of Asia (from Russia to China) and the coasts that go from Alaska to Baja California Sur, in Mexico

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You will also observe the humpback whales (Megaptera novaegliae) in the Gulf of California and on the Pacific Ocean side, in Baja California Sur from Los Cabos to the Marietas Islands, it is one of the most admired whales for the acrobatics it performs, they have pectoral fins very long that cover approximately a quarter of the total of its body, the caudal fin is an icon of beauty as well as a fingerprint, because in each of them the marks and colors they present make them unique. Humpback whales sing and emit sounds that last up to 30 minutes, it is very likely that the song is for mating and is more noticeable in males, although it could also be a form of communication between members of a group some other type of social behavior.

The spectacular seasonal whale watching experience.

Whale songs have rhymes, verses, rhythm and variations. It is not about random sounds, but they are predictable and original at the same time. Whales of the same species never sing the same songs.

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O U T D O O R S You have to live the experience of whale watching, at least once in your life!, From very early the crew and the zodiac are prepared for the tour, once registered, you go to the boat to start the adventure, with all the security measures, we are ready!, you feel the positive spirit to find the whales, once in the sighting area we all open our eyes very well to look for blows or some splash in the distance, speed It increases and you can feel the breeze caressing your face and the sun’s rays that encourage us to search, once the crew indicates that a whale was notified, we headed towards the indicated point, without losing sight of the breath of the whales in In the case of blue whales, the breath is so high (1012 meters) that it is very evident and sometimes humpback whales surprise us with a jump that is easy to see in the distance.

Ever so peaceful, and ever so loved whales of Los cabos.

smiles of the faces, it was an amazing show! To carry out a sustainable observation activity, verify that the company has its respective permit and the certified boat flag, check that only 4 boats remain around the whale, since the observation time is a maximum of 30 minutes, the distance of Minimum observation in the case of humpback whales is 60 meters (196 ft) in small boats, the approach to the whale is always, by the

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back side and the maximum navigation speed It is 5 knots (9km / hr) ... ¿now with this information you are ready to enjoy whale watching? The Gulf of California and specifically Cabo San Lucas is an ideal area for the study and conservation of several species of cetaceans, where you can not only live the experience of watching humpback whales, but also listen to some of their beautiful songs.

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Already near the whales we put ourselves in a lateral position to observe and enjoy the show, Woowww, it is impossible not to let out shouts of joy or surprise, on lucky days there is a lot of activity, breachs, pec slaps, fluke slaps and sometimes curious whales or calfs that pass under the boat, magical moments, that you want to keep forever in videos or photographs that you will never erase, the reaction of the participants is surprising, because regardless of race, color or age, there is something magical to observe these large mammals, reveals the best of the inner child that we all carry inside and your ability to surprise you returns as when we were childrens, capacity that as an adult immersed in the monotony of life you lose, but when you are close to the whales in the beautiful natural scenery , that magic returns, we are all equal human beings and we join in the celebration just as children, time is up it’s time to say goodbye s and to allow the whales to continue their journey, thanks for the meeting, we embark on the return with happy faces of the entire crew , after the experience it is very difficult to erase the

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The Directory Your guide to Los Cabos activities

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Los Cabos is always a perfect destination to kick back by the pool (or the ocean), read a good book, have drinks, or simply relax, there is also a huge array of activities to pique your interest—by land, by air, and by sea.

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Sunset Dinner Cruises We can’t get enough of the Los Cabos sunset cruise options, and that’s saying a lot because there is a seemingly endless supply of offerings: SunRider is a smooth, eco-friendly ride. Cabo Escape boasts an exceptionally accessible ticket price and all-you-can-drink fun with a party vibe. Cabo Sails is perfectly personalizable. Caborey is known for its five-star dining and floor show. EcoCat has a family feel and smooth, smooth ride that is perfectly complemented by the sister restaurant: Eco Bar. And Pez Gato is one of a fan-favorite fleet. Cabo Escape (www.wildcabotours.com). Cabo Rey (www.caborey.com).

above Cabo San Lucas Bay after lifting off from the back of a boat, either single or tandem. Cabo Expeditions (www.caboexpeditions.com.mx)

SunRider Tours (www.sunridertours.com). Cabo Sails (www.cabosails.com). Eco-Cat(www.ecocatcabo.com). Pez Gato (www.pezgato.com)

Pirate Ships and Party Boats

Parasailing Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the arch and Lover’s Beach at Land’s End, floating

Like the sunset cruises, the Los Cabos party boats are all about fun, fun, fun and ideal for bachelor and bachelorette soi-

From top: Enjoy the famous arch aboard the Cabo Escape; Lovers Beach Cabo.

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Fishing With three of the world’s most famous deep sea fishing tournaments held every October in Los Cabos, the Baja Peninsula is the most incredible fishing area in North America. First time anglers and seasoned fishing professionals are guaranteed a memorable time in Los Cabos. Fishing charters can be obtained anywhere along the Marina. Silverados Sportfishing (www.silveradosportfishing.com)

Snorkeling The Sea of Cortés offers snorkeling tours at Santa María and Chileno Bay. It’s a fun opportunity to see the dizzying array of beautiful underwater sea life, hidden reefs, and 600 dazzling species of marine life—including eels, manta rays, puffers, angelfish, blowfish, and florescent fish. Buccaneer Queen (www.buccaneer loscabos.com), Cabo Escape (www .wildcabotours.com), Caborey (www .caborey. com), Cabo Sailing (www.cabosailing.com), Eco Cat (www. ecocat cabo.com), Pez Gato (www.pezgato .com), SunRider Tours (www.sunrider tours.com)

Scuba Diving The uninhabited Espíritu Santo Archipelago in La Paz is famous not only for scuba diving but also for snorkeling, swimming, and kayaking.

Submarine Rides A 60-foot semi-submersible yellow submarine takes guests underwater to witness the interesting underwater sea life. Great for all ages.Cabo Expeditions(www.caboexpeditions.com.mx)

Dolphins The San José del Cabo Dolphin Discovery excursion remains a cherished and unforgettable activity for children and adults: wading and interacting with dolphins in their own saltwater cove. Professionally photographed memento images are immediately available at the end of this heart-warming experience. In Cabo San Lucas, Cabo Adventures offers the near identical activity at their Dolphin Center. Dolphin Discovery (www.dolphindiscovery.com) 58

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From top: Snorkeling at Cabo Expedition, beautiful at Cabo Adventures, paddleboard at Cabo Rey.

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O U T D O O R S Bungee Jumping For the thrill-seeking junkie in everyone, the 300-foot drop at Wild Canyon is enough excitement to satisfy the Evel Knievel in everyone. Pick up and return to resort service included. www.wildcanyon.com.mx.

Camel Rides The family-friendly camel riding tour through El Tule oasis is especially designed for children. Small groups can pet, feed and interact with the gentle and friendly animals. www.wild canyon.com.mx

Off-Road Adventures

G-Force Adventures: Go on an amazing all-terrain adventure in a beautiful, scenic and private route. Park hours: 9a.m.-7p.m. Carretera Cabo San Lucas –La Paz, km 106, (624)1432199, www.g-forceadventures.com. Master Card and Visa accepted. $$-$$$

Ziplines Whether solo or in tandem, zip-lining from over scenic canyons is an unforgettably thrilling adventure. Wild Canyon (www.wildcanyon.com.mx)

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Horse Riding

In the Los Cabos tour business since 2017, Bonanza Horse Riding, has been providing fun, exciting and memorable horse rides in San Jose del Cabo, that take guests along the Costa Azul beach and the San Jose Estuary. Bonanza Horse Riding (624) 142-2292, (www.facebook.com/bonanzahorse)

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Off-Road Runners: The Honda 450 quad-runners available with Wild Canyon, and Amigos at Migriño Beach are a thrilling joyride of adventure, zooming around the rugged desert terrain, canyons, beaches and mountains; while following their professional guides. (www.wildcanyon.com.mx)

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Another magician behind Nicksan’s kitchen: Edie Carbajal

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hen we hear the word “Nicksan” what pops immediately into our mind are three things: Japanese cuisine with mexican ingredients, iconic restaurant in Los Cabos and of course it’s star chef Ángel Carbajal. Very few people know that at the beginning of Nicksan’s creation, there was a person trained hands-on by Ángel Carbajal. As of today, he has continued to show dedication to one of the most importanat restaurants in our destination. Edgar, better known as “Edie” Carbajal has been present since the adventure started. But who is Edie? And for him, what is Nicksan?

Nicksan’s Palmilla locations.

Edie is Nicksan’s executive chef! He still remembers his first performance as part of the service team and how little by little one day, he entered to the kitchen and knives world.

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He describes the restaurant with a certain sparkle in his eyes; it’s a place of timeless harmony, customers will enjoy a private moment or quite the opposite a unique gastronomic show! He strongly believes that the relationship between kitchen, ambience and customer service will always be the key for success; it will forever cause magic! What he likes the most about Palmilla’s location is the breathtaking panoramic view of the ocean; his favorite thing about Nicksan Cabo is its casual atmosphere that fills the room with laughter, fun and desire to spend an amazing time. That feeling when he enters into the kitchen and becomes the person in Los Cabos Magazine | FALL 2021

charge; the most important thing for Edie is the client satisfaction after tasting Nicksan’s memorable dishes, that’s his inspiration fuel for constant creation. Good communication between the team members is an essential tool to achieve and maintain our legendary Nicksan quote “Exceeding your expecations”. Family is his biggest inspiration! In his spare time, he enjoys exploring Los Cabos. But, when he enters the kitchen he let’s his mind blow. For Edie working with Ángel represents a challenge and a degree of perfection, he has a huge motivation to grow as a chef and balance will allow him to keep that culinary show.

From top: When we say fresh catch of the day we mean it; NickSan’s fresh salmon.

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“Since its creation, our family has masterfully balanced the art of traditional Japanese cuisine with the original flavors of Mexico.” Edie Carbajal.

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A Star is Born with Santo Restaurant Sabor A Cabo Festival Award Winning Cuisine

By Fernando Rodríguez • photos by Elizabeth Hernández

It was at the world renown Sabor A Cabo event; in which Santo Seafood Restaurant and Cantina shocked the local and Baja California Sur culinary community by winning four (4) distinguished awards. One of their award winning plaques was presented for their marinated octopus tacos, cooked to delicious perfection upon their vertical rotisserie called a Trompo. Local freelance photographer, Clara Godines Llanes, spoke of seeing the crowd of stunned Sabor A Cabo attendees in complete shock, as they called out Santo Seafood Restaurant and Cantina

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when presenting the awards. “Nobody could believe it. People whispered in eye opening surprise, wondering who Santo was,’’ said Godines. ‘’And then they called their names again and again and it left so many people speechless. Although, everyone who tried their award winning dishes could agree with how tasty they were.’’ Typically, Al Pastor pork tacos are prepared in the same marinated manner, with dried chilies, spices, and served with a pineapple slice. Photos of this award winning octopus delight were

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On Saturday, December 21, 2019, Santo Seafood Restaurant and Cantina celebrated their one year anniversary. During their first year in existence, Santo Seafood Restaurant and Cantina has participated in several local gastronomic cerebration festivals in order to best promote their up-and-coming great dining establishment; by attending such events as the Taco Festival of Casa Dorada, The San Jose del Cabo Jazz Festival, The 4th Annual El Triunfo Gastronomic Festival, as well as the prestigious 10th Edition of the Sabor A Cabo International Gastronomic Festival.

D I N I N G shared on social media’s Orgasmic Food site an incredible 33,000 times and on twitter 29,000 times. Adding to Santo Seafood Restaurant and Cantina’s rising new fame, was the special visit of Mexican Hollywood star actor, Joaquin Cosió; who is most famous for his portrayal of the cartel drug dealer, ‘’El Cochiloco’’ from the 2010 film, “El Infierno’’; which grossed $6.7 million dollars world wide, and has become a cult classic.

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‘’We have participated in gastronomic events, because we were trying to promote our cuisine. In reality, we offer much more than just seafood. This past year we attended Sabor A Cabo for the first time and we won four out of the five categories, one which was our octopus recipe that we cooked in an Al Pastor-style, which turned out being the favorite of all the different flavors available at Sabor A Cabo,’’ commented Roberto Padilla, Santo director of public relations. Adding that, ‘’One of the great things about our Santo Restaurant is that we are very family oriented and kid-friendly. We offer a child’s upstairs play area that is live streamed on our hanging plasma televisions so that parents can keep an eye on their children who are also up there supervised by our kid’s child care room attendant. What some would call our restaurant baby sitter. In this way, our guests can bring their children and eat in peace and harmony. So in essence, everyone is welcome at our restaurant. And they can enjoy dinner, watch a sporting event on one of our televisions, and still keep a close eye on their children.’’ ‘’While our specialty is seafood, our menu is of international options that includes Mexican dishes, and as far as seafood goes, everything on our menu is fresh, thanks to the bountiful blessings from our Pacific Ocean and Sea of Cortez. The same of course, can be said of our fresh organic fruits and vegetables which are delivered by locally grown vendors from such nearby places as El Pescadero, Todos Santos, Miraflores,

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San Carlos and San Jose del Cabo,’’ said Santo Executive Chef, Luis Lopez Perez. ‘’We have Oysters, Paellas, and children’s favorites like pancakes. On Sundays, we offer a wonderful brunch between 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, that has plenty of delicious options, from hot plate items like our tasty Tortilla soup and fresh cold plate servings of Ceviche, oysters, or Sashimi Serranito. Wednesdays, is our Executive Chef specials, and every Tuesday we have our birthdays of the month special in which the birthday boy or girl/man or woman/male or female, can enjoy a delicious meal, totally free. One of our outstanding dishes is our shrimp enchiladas that feature a special sauce spread over the enchiladas giving them our unique and unforgettable flavor. The special sauce is a mix of dried red peppers, and smoked Marlin which provides for an explosive and delicious taste.’’

The Sunday brunch at santo is yet another wonderful time to enjoy the delicious delicacies prepared by Executive Chef Luis Lopez Perez and his spectacular staff during the brunch hours of 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Fridays at Santo are Girls are Saints Night, in which all ladies can drink unlimited Margaritas, Mojitos, Cosmopolitan, Screwdriver and Alfonso 13’s with their dinner order. Santo Seafood Restaurant and Cantina is located at Avenida del Pescador next to The Medano Hotel and across the street from City Club. Open Tuesday through Thursday 12:00 Noon - 10:00 PM, Friday/Saturday from 12:00 Noon - 11:00 PM and Sundays 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Closed on Mondays. All major credit cards accepted. For reservations, please call (624) 247-3828.

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Puerta Vieja By Fernando Rodríguez

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Puerta Vieja, which in English means Old Door, first opened its now much appreciated and popular doors for business in December, 2003. The traditional and tasty dishes at Puerta Vieja are what have catapulted this fine dining establishment into a can’t miss Cabo San Lucas place to visit. The restaurant name was inspired by the iconic 163-year-old Indian hand crafted wooden doors that greet every guest. The delicious food and tremendously professional and friendly service are what have kept the old doors swinging open with more and more extremely satisfied visitors. Each if whom have nothing but high praise of their dining experience and the dishes they have thoroughly enjoyed over the 17 years they have been open. Their great service and consistently succulent cuisine quality are what have made the place a famous Los Cabos landmark. In 2006, Chef David

Peña arrived from Las Vegas, and his kitchen has continued using only the freshest ingredients and organic produce that have maintained the Puerta Vieja reputation for delicious food, that is accompanied with tremendous Sunset views of the Cabo San Lucas Land’s End Arch. Their main room is the perfect place for those romantic dinners and special events, while their spacious terrace is a refreshing and lovely setting for couples and/or family birthday celebrations. ‘’We have been eating at Puerta Vieja for over 10 years and it consistently delivers awesome ambiance, great food and top-notch service. My wife loved her lobster and my ahi tuna was one of the best I have ever eaten! Each entree was also accompanied by a vegetable medley which was beautifully presented and perfectly cooked. A great experience always,’’ said Bill Lafayette from La Grange, Illinois, USA.

‘’I loved my two dinner visits at Puerta Vieja when I was in Cabo San Lucas with my brother who lives there,’’ recalled Martha Escamilla from San Jose, California, “It was very rustic, romantic, and charming, and we enjoyed taking a few sunset photos with the Arch behind us in the background. Those two evenings there, were a totally unforgettable dining experience, that I remember often with a smile..’’ Open from 3:00 PM until 11:00 PM, Puerta Vieja is located across the four lane highway from nearby Costco at the base of the bridge overpass just past The Cape Hotel entrance. All major credit cards accepted. For reservations, please call (624) 104-3334. To preview their menu, and for more information visit their website, https://www.puertavieja.com/

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Fresh breakfast; Villa Serena Locations.

VILLA SERENA By Fernando Rodríguez

‘’We had a wonderful time eating at Villa Serena. The restaurant is taking COVID seriously. The staff wore masks, and we were able to dine outside and socially distance. The food was very good, and we loved the live 72

music from the piano player,’’ said Carrie J. from Washington, DC, after her recent November 2020 visit. ‘’This place was amazing!’’ added George S. of San Diego, California, ‘’Not only the food but also the service! I can understand what’s going on with COVID, but they went out of their way to accommodate us with the best service and the lobster was ridiculously good.’’ The Villa Serena lobster special is available at $19.95 US dollars or $400 Mexican pesos. The plate portions are generous, the drinks are well mixed, and there’s soft live piano music during dinner between 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm, Monday to Saturday. ‘’We enjoyed a truly a great dinner at Villa Serena,’’ noted Peter I. of Carlsbad, CA, during his late November Cabo San Lucas vacation,‘’we could not have been happier. Great service and better food in a safe protocol following restaurant.‘’

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The sunset view was amazing, but was out done by the best guacamole I’ve ever had. Our breakdown of dinner included a bottle of great Chardonnay, lamb chops, shrimp and lobster, ribs and lobster, flaming coffee and two glasses of a nice red wine, that only cost an incredible $149 dollars.!’’ Open Daily from 7:00 AM until 11:00 PM, Villa Serena, is located just past Cabo Bello and across the four lane highway from Home Depot. The restaurant accepts all major credit cards and its charming palapa ambiance offers a breath of fresh air dining experience. For reservations please call (624) 104-3134 and/or (624) 145 8244. Their menu and easy on the wallet prices can be viewed online by visiting them on Facebook https://www. facebook.com/RestaurantVillaSerena/

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Villa Serena Restaurant, located off the Transpeninsular highway, is a charming and almost hidden palapa dining establishment that offers picturesque Sea of Cortez views. Specializing in Mexican and seafood dishes, is a popular with locals breakfast, lunch and dinner restaurant that offers tasty selections that are affordably priced at a down to earth $199 pesos range ($10 USD); which include delicious menu options of chile relleno, fish tacos, chicken enchiladas covered in green salsa verde, chicken mole, barbecue pork ribs, huge chicken tortas, fried chicken, and lasagna; just to name a few.

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A Cabo Mexican Tradition at Pancho s By Fernando Rodríguez • Photos by Andrik Oechler

enclosed patio for them hot, sizzling summer humid days of July-August-September. Pancho’s continues offering its long-standing Mexican traditional entree favorites, like their chicken mole’, pork ribs, Imperial shrimp, tortilla soup, and the Maria Special, which is an Arrachera beef flank with chicken, rice, beans, and guacamole. The reasonably priced menu choices at Pancho’s offers a little bit of everything Mexican for everyone. The New York steak, Rib-eye steak, and Filet Mignon are other savory

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ancho’s, is one of downtown Cabo San Lucas oldest restaurants, which was founded in 1989. Located along Miguel Hidalgo Street’s restaurant row, Pancho’s reddish pink arch facade distinguishes itself as an individually unique Mexican cuisine dining establishment. Adorned on their walls are paintings of Pancho Villa and Frida Kahlo. Recently renovated to allow seating for up to 150 people in its main open air dining room, with A/C installed in their cozy private

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choices, as well as their combination plates. For early morning starters the breakfast menu is available from 8:00 AM - 12:00 Noon and features a savory fruit plate, Pancho’s French toast, classic French toast, banana pancakes, waffles, eggs sunny-side up or scrambled, and either sunny-side up Rancheros style or scrambled spicy Mexican style. Chilaquiles are also available in a green sauce or served with beef strips. The omelette plates, served with beans and country potatoes consist of the following choices; shrimp, vegetarian, American style and chorizo with cheese. Aside from their traditional Mexican dishes, the lunch menu is quite the alternative with a mid-day line-up that is as American as apple pie; beginning with a their 1/4 lb sirloin beef cheeseburger and fries, to their chicken burger, and either fish sandwich or club sandwich selections. The lunch choices from Mexico include chicken strip tostadas, chicken enchiladas in green sauce, quesadillas, and Chimichangas; accompanied with rice and beans. Panchos Restaurant and Tequila Bar has also been recipient of the Tripadvisor certificate of excellence in 2016 and ‘17. And part of that well deserved excellence can be attributed to the Pancho’s wait staff and restaurant personnel who do a tremendously great job in being attentive freidnly, funny and exceedingly professional in a Spanish or Bilingual English kind of way. They are quite simply honest-to-goodness nice gentleman who work hard to greet and service everyone who steps into their place of business; where they have excelled during the past 30-years. Open from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM. (624) 143-0973. All major credit cards accepted.

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D I N I N G Alcaravea All Mediterranean Italian cuisine entrées at Alcaravea include salad, pasta and bread courses. Since 2006, when Alcaravea Chef and owner Enrique Diaz, along with his son Kevin Diaz, opened their kitchen of excellence, serving international cuisine, the restaurant’s evolution led to French and Italian recipes. A decades-long evolution from a small eatery into one of the benchmark fine dining restaurants in all of Los Cabos, that serves good wine by the glass or bottle from their international wine list. Alcaravea also offers the best lunch deal in Cabo; soup or salad, entrée with veggies or pasta, plus dessert and drink, all for $10 USD.

Baja Lobster

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Located in Marina Golden Zone on the waterfront, Baja Lobster has just raised the bar for culinary excellence

and fine dining another big notch. Specializing in live lobster and 100% fresh seafood with local products, our Chef Cesar Gomez will surprise you with dishes that delight even the most demanding palates. We invite you to enjoy our service on our exclusive deck at de marina, terrace or on our air condition lounge. Open daily from 12:00 AM - 11:00 PM. Reservations: (624) 145-6011

Cabo Wabo Cantina The world famous rock & roll musician Sammy Hagar’s live music bar and its trademark Cabo Wabo Tequila also serves late night hunger satisfying entrees that includes tacos, burritos, hot wings and burgers. Open monday to friday from 9:00 AM until 12:00 AM and weekends from 9:00 AM until 3: 00 AM, Cabo Wabo Cantina’s restaurant offers a lunch and dinner menu that features everything from red chicken enchiladas, scallops, lobster

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D I N I N G tacos, bistec (beef steak) ranchero, mushroom tostadas, ceviche’, stuffed mushrooms, quesadillas, beef-chicken-shrimp-lobster fajitas, and torta de conchita pork sandwich, along with fresh catch of the day fish. Every Cabo Wabo Cantina item is priced between $160 - $260 pesos per appetizer, $160 for salads, and $260 - $520 pesos for main lunch and dinner selections ($13 USD - $52 USD). Located at Calle Vicente Guerrero and Paseo de La Marina Blvd. For reservations to the iconic Cabo San Lucas landmark restaurant please call +52 (624) 143-1188.

Canela The Canela Restaurant is one of the undiscovered dining jewels in the downtown Cabo San Lucas Marina Boulevard row of bars and restaurants. One of the most delicious, mouth watering entrees on the Canela Restaurant menu is their grilled Curel fish plate that is accompanied with white rice and vegetables. Priced at only $9 US Dollars, the teriyaki-sweetened Curel dinner selection is a tan-talizingly tasty morsel of seafood delight that

is truly memorable and beckons visitors for a return visit to this quiet, dining establishment located across the street from Cabo Wabo and Giggling Marlin. The Canela list of affordable and healthy breakfast selections are priced between $4 - $6 USD, and are comprised of fresh fruit with yogurt and granola, pancakes, toasted bagel and cream cheese, omelettes, Chilaquiles, and egg wraps. For lunch, Canela offers Italian Pannini sandwiches, Middle Eastern Pita sandwiches, and Mexican fish tacos and burritos. Open from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM. (624) 143-7577.

Campestre Located near the Delegacion Sports Complex and the start of Highway 19 towards Todos Santos, Campestre Restaurant, is a locally famous Mexican food dining establishment that is best known for serving huge portions at a rather affordably priced cost. While the Ribeye steak dish is a delicious plate that can be shared by two people, it is their breakfast plates that are the most popular. Lunch menu items consist of breaded fish, and a chicken salad serving that is best shared. The Mexican combinations plate include rice, beans, salad, guacamole, chile relleno, quesadillas, and an enchilada. Open from 7:30 AM-9:00 PM. (624) 143-8830.

Appetizers at Presto Italian Ristorante.

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Café des Artistes Restaurant is located inside the JW Marriott Beach Resort & Spa at San Jose del Cabo’s Puerto Los Cabos Playita Beach. “The menu is a fusion of the best dishes from 27 years of Café des Artistes, which has an established heritage and impressive tradition; showcasing French techniques with Mexican flavors and products,” said owner and Chef Thierry Blouet. A few of their dishes consist of marinated broiled octopus, shrimp with

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plum and habanero mole’, fresh tuna crusted with peanuts, suckling lamb and charcoal grilled prime beef fillet. Open Tuesday - Sunday 6:00 - 11:00 PM. Closed Mondays. +52 (624) 1637600 and +52 (624) 163-7620.

Captain Tony’s Mexican Restaurant, located on the Marina, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and has separate menus for each. Some of Captain Tony’s breakfast menu consists of breakfast burritos, omelettes, egg platters, breakfast tacos, wraps and Mexican Chilaquiles. For lunch, the Mexican specialty plates of chile flank steak, beef fajitas and chicken enchiladas, are quite popular. The coconut shrimp, Sea Bass, house-made lasagna, BBQ ribs and personal pizzas made to order are Captain Tony’s dishes with a more international flavor. The restaurant chef and kitchen staff also prepare brought in fish to perfection. The Seafood sampler appetizer for two 82

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Chin’s

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Chin’s at The Shoppes in Palmilla, is by far one of the classiest Chinese restaurants that serve the Los Cabos community. The chicken and vegetable main courses are considered superb, with tasty chicken, lots of fresh veggies, and a perfect sauce. Szechuan shrimp, wonton soup, spinach salad, spicy chicken, Peking duck, pineapple shrimp, fresh catch of the day fish, beef broccoli, Mongolian beef, chow mein, fried rice, steamed rice, and a small variety of dessert options

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are some tantalizing main entrees that Chin’s Chinese Restaurant offers. Open from 1:00 in the afternoon until 10:30 PM. (624) 144-6060.

Daikoku Arguably the finest Japanese restaurant in Los Cabos, Daikoku, has set itself apart since their grand opening in 2014. The Daikoku Group established their first restaurant during 1974 in Mexico City. Their Daikoku Cabo San Lucas location on Paseo de La Marina, is open from 12:00 Noon until 11:30 PM, and offers guests a variety of delicious entrees that include sushi, sashimi, teppanyaki, soups, noodles, fried rice, tempura, breaded shrimps, smoked salmon, Rib-eye steak, grilled Teriyaki beef and chicken, and boasts a friendly staff. They also provide Valet Parking and an authentic decor with lily ponds, water wheel, Zen

garden and Koi fish pond. The Daikoku wine cellar “Cava” has a variety of national and international wines, while also offering patrons Japanese beer and sake, as well as hot or cold tea. Their affordable dish prices are a fantastic Daikoku delight and one that has propelled this wonderful restaurant far and above the rest.

District MX Eat + Drink The stylish District MX Eat + Drink Restaurant Bar, which offers a menu designed with fresh produce from Baja California. Deeply involved with local suppliers, District MX, is constantly looking for innovative ways to implement the flavors of this region to their menu; which features starter choices like crispy chicken wings, and deep fried smoked baby back ribs. French onion, and tomato soup, along with Cesar and beet salad, comprise some of their

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Eco Bar Facing the picturesque and tranquil Cabo San Lucas Marina harbor, the Eco Cat Restaurant and Sports Bar offers guests a menu of reasonably priced entrées that includes beef, chicken, or shrimp quesadillas; vegetarian burritos; hot wings; fish and chips; ceviche; and a kid’s menu that features hot dogs and fries, chicken fingers, and spaghetti with meatballs. The palapa-style establishment also has seven flat-screen televisions where patrons can view their favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, boxing, or college game sporting events. The Eco Bar’s list of entree’s cost anywhere between $8 and $15 US dollars. Eco Bar also provides a

‘’you catch, we cook’’ fish policy at a cost of $ 9 per person; cooked either blackened, grilled, fried or in a tasty fresh seafood-sashimi style. During the winter months, Eco Bar & Grill offers a Lobster/Filet Mignon dinner special priced at just $19.95 US. Open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:30 PM.

El Rincón Culinario The culinary art experience at El Rincón Culinario is outstanding gourmet cuisine. The oceanfront terrace, is the perfect place for guests and Cabo locals to relax, socialize and drink; all while enjoying the oceanfront view. The grilled calamari served on a bed of lightly dressed greens is a nice choice, as is the shrimp Ceviche. A great dessert selection are the brown sugar coated Churros, with their rich ‘’Cajeta’’ dipping sauce. El Rincón Culinario house specialty selections include pan fried white fish fillet cooked with vegetables, serrano chili, rice

Burger, wings, onion ring and beers! WHY NOT? in Golden Legends.

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noodles and special oriental sauce, Teriyaki beef, chicken or fish, red snapper curry, and pan fried lobster with their special curry sauce, served with vegetables and gohan. Their Sushi choices consist of both hot and cold selections, which feature spicy special roll, golden house roll, dynamite and Maguro hot Maki roll. Open Monday through Sundays 7:00.AM.- 11:00 PM. (624) 163-5757.

Fisherman’s Landing Fisherman’s Landing Restaurant at the Cabo San Lucas south side Marina, serves delicious plates from their breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner menu; that are very wallet/ purse friendly. Some of their delectable plates are the fisherman’s salad, salmon nigiri, fried calamari, oysters, shrimp quesadillas, whole red snapper, variety shrimp platter, steak-shrimp kebabs, clam chowder, and a host of gourmet appetizers. Fisherman’s is also a great place for

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soups and salads selections. Beer lovers enjoy a great variety of local, international and Craft beer. Open from 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM, except Thursday, Friday, Saturday nights until midnight and 1:00 AM. (624) 688-6818.

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D I N I N G shrimp and fish tacos. Fisherman’s Landing is a casual restaurant where a bucket of eight beers only costs a meager $10 US dollars. For dessert, the carrot cake, banana cake and raspberry cheesecake are highly recommended. Open 8:00 am 11:00 pm. (624) 143-7275.

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IL Forno IL Forno is unquestionably the most original Italian restaurant in not only Cabo San Lucas, but all of the Southern Baja California Region. Born in Milan, Italy and raised in Napoli, Chef Luigi Cavanna’s passion for creating and serving delicious Italian cuisine is unmatched in Los Cabos. Open from 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM, IL Forno is located at Avenida Paseo del Pescador, Cabo San Lucas, which is a stone’s throw from the Cabo Villas and Casa Dorada resort hotels one block away. For more information or to make a reservation, please call (624) 1082165, or visit their website https:// ilfornocabosanlucas.com/ All major credit cards accepted.

Jack’s Steak House Fascinating pirate atmosphere offering the most incredible service in The Heart of Cabo. Our menu features delicious appetizers and sides, assorted wine selection, cocktails, kids menu and the most amazing steakhouse selection. No matter your preferred style of steakhouse, Jack’s has just what you need to satisfy your craving for the perfect steak. A traditional Steakhouse, Jack’s Steakhouse is a treat for those with a thirst for adventure.

La Dolce San Jose del Cabo San Jose del Cabo’s La Dolce Italian Restaurant is located in the wonderful heart of the city’s Mijares Plaza. Already a city landmark, La Dolce

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offers guests the delectable Pizza Jean Pierre, which is made with gorgonzola, porcini, walnuts, Parmesan, spicy red pepper, pesto, and arugula. Other main dinner entrees include their seafood pasta of shrimp, clams, mussels, and calamari. Other Italian clasics on the menu are the Spaghetti alla Carbonara, Spaghetti Bolognese and chicken Marsala. Favorite desserts are the Gelato and chocolate peanut cake with vanilla ice cream. La Dolce has both indoor and outdoor seating.

Open daily from 1:00 - 11:00 PM, closed Mondays.(624) 142-6621.

La Dolce Cabo San Lucas Located at the corner of Miguel Hidalgo and Zapata Streets, La Dolce has maintained its “diamond in the rough” legacy by continuing to serve what many consider the best Italian food in Los Cabos. With delightful appetizers to get a meal started, and a Seafood Pasta special with mus-

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D I N I N G sels,clams,calamari, and shrimp, along with delicious spaghetti menu choices as well, the good reputation of La Dolce lives on. The restaurant also prepares some of the best pizza in town. Dessert at La Dolce features Tiramisu, chocolate cake filled with Nutela or peanut butter, and traditional apple pie with vanilla ice cream. (624) 143-4122.

La Deriva Restaurant is open to the public within the beautiful ocean front grounds of the new Solaz Hotel and Resort on the Transpeninsular four-lane highway at Km 18.5. Chef Emanuele Oli-vero, born in Cuneo, Italy, moved to Mexico in pursuit of establishing his professional career. His key to gastronomic success has always been fresh ingredients, complemented by ancestral techniques which characterize all his dishes. Emanuele’s creative cooking philosophy is based on Italian tradition. The cuisine he serves has a long history that has been passed down from generation to generation, thereby preserving the authentic flavor of Italy. Open 4:30 PM - 11:30 PM, +52 (624) 144-1800.

Los Barriles The pleasant and friendly staff at Los Barriles, prepare any one of four different courses table side, including: 1) molcajete queso appetizer sans chorizo, 2) Caesar salad, 3) grilled sea bass, and 4) bananas flamberic. For breakfast, Los Barriles chilaquiles and eggs Florentine are tasty choices, served with fresh squeezed orange juice, Mexican canela coffee, and/or mimosas. For lunch or dinner, the large and delicious coconut shrimp, drunken shrimp, tender and flavorful beef tenderloin, and Fettuccine Alfredo, are all good options. And of course, the Mexican hospitality by Los Barriles restaurant personnel is truy one 88

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of the best attributes this little dining establishments has. They truly work hard to meet every need and provide the best service. Open daily from 7:00 AM –11:00 PM. Located on Miguel Hidalgo Street near Amelia Wilkes Plaza. (624) 1431619. Live music performances on a random but entertaining basis both days and nights.

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Los Deseos Los Deseos is a Mexican restaurant and bar located on the Golden Zone Marina that is popular during breakfast. The restaurant’s interior is extremely festive as everything is painted in bright shades of red and green, while the ceiling is decorated with chandeliers made from glass wine bot-

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D I N I N G tles. Los Deseos’ menu has both lunch and dinner options and features traditional Mexican dishes. Their frozen strawberry margaritas served in large glasses are considered a must! Open daily from 7:00 AM–10:30 PM. Reservations: (624) 145-6011

Los Riscos Mesquite Grill Along with their dinner knives and forks, most patrons also get plenty of use from their cell phones, at the cliff side Los Riscos Mesquite Grill, in order to capture the stunning sunset views that are the natural aspect of this restaurant located on the picturesque grounds of Hacienda Encantada Hotel and Resort. Aside from the unforgettable breathtaking views, Los Riscos, serves perfectly seasoned and cooked steak and lobster tail; which is large and tasty. The rib-eye steaks are also highly recommended as is the red snapper over rice and the fresh caught fish stuffed with shrimp and cheese. Other notable entrees include their exceptional Mexican corn soup, seafood capellini, and for dessert, a serving of tasty flan can be shared and enjoyed by two. Along with everything else, the service at Los Riscos is also par excellence. (624) 163-5550

chette, barbecue ribs, and lamb. The mesquite fire cooked Brazilian-style meats are simply delicious. The bilingual staff at Madeira is very attentive, gracious and exceedingly knowledgeable of their South of the Border wine list pairing and/or recommendations of any dinner choice. Other delicious dinner menu choices include salads, Italian pasta, shrimp, and seafood fish selections. (624) 143 0273 and (624) 175-3593. Open 4:00 -10:50 PM. Closed on Mondays.

Mama’s Royal Cafe Breakfast and lunch are what’s cooking at Mama’s Royal Cafe, located on Miguel Hidalgo Street’s restaurant row in downtown Cabo San Lucas. Only open from 7:00 - 2:00 PM, Mama’s Royal Cafe serves wonderful morning meals that inlcude French

toast, eggs Benedict, huevos (eggs) rancheros, eggs with chorizo, chicken chilaquiles, vegetarian chilaquiles, smoked pork chops and eggs, and hallondaise crepes Florentine, among their menu selections. For lunch, Mama’s offers pozole, shrimp salad and chiles en nogada, with freshly squeezed orange juice and fresh mango, papaya juice among the drinks offered. Monday - Sunday 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM. +52 (624) 143-4290

Mi Casa San Jose San Jose del Cabo’s Mi Casa Restaurant open air patio setting is harmonious of the Spanish colonial downtown neighborhood decor where it is located. The shrimp cocktail at Mi Casa is a delicous choice as is the Poblano Mole’ chicken breast, and the sampler platter that features four ta-

Madeira Restaurant Bistro, is quite honestly, one of the best little-known dining establishments in the heart of downtown Cabo San Lucas. Their exquisitely delicious, and most popular entree on their menu, is the $29 USD, all-you-can-eat, filet mignon brochette, roasted potatoes and sweet potatoes, served round after savory round. The “Rodizio’’ plate includes basil-flavored mashed potatoes, sweet and tasty cabbage coleslaw, two small chicken wings, and three sweet potato slices. Chef Misael LeGaria prepares the rotisserie steak Arrachera, rib-eye, spicy Mexican chorizo hot links, top sirloin, turkey wrapped in bacon, bro90

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Madeira Bistro

D I N I N G males, chicken with mole’ and carnitas pork in tomatillo sauce. The chile relleno, and assorted vegetables with seeds enchiladas comprise their vegetarian entrees. Mi Casa also prepares a delicious and hearty grilled Sonora beef fillet, and carnitas pork from Michoacan, as well as serving very tasty Margaritas. Hot and fresh corn tortillas hand made on site are a Mi Casa staple. Even during busy rush hour crowds, the friendly staff at Mi Casa performs beyond measure, remaining attentive and service oriented professional. Open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for lunch and from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. for dinner. (624) 146-92-63.

Chicken Mole’ Poblano is one of Mi Casa’s authentic Mexican dishes that is simply delicious. Their Las Carnitas de Michoacan are by far some of the best tasting oven roasted pork that is served with rice and beans at a modest price of just $13 US Dollars a plate ($230 pesos). Mi Casa prepares homemade corn tortillas that are served thick and warm. Located on Cabo San Lucas Boulevard (in front of Amelia Wilkes Plaza). Open Monday through Saturday for lunch 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM and dinner between 5:30 - 10:30 PM. (624) 143-1933

and manager Javier Peréz, include Tostadas Won Tong with tuna and avocado, Tuna Tataky with cilantro, orange, and Serranito, a Cosmo Roll with cream cheese, and the tasty Sake Roll with fresh salmon; all reasonably priced. Salads include an interesting combination of tempura shrimp and veggies, lettuce, white rice and teriyaki sauce. The food court is large, clean, with many tables including a terrace for outdoor dining overlooking the majestic harbor. (624) 144-3958

Misaky Sushi & Salad

Mi Casa Cabo San Lucas

Misaky Sushi & Salad is located in the new food court at the Puerto Paraiso Plaza shopping center which features some of the freshest and tastiest sushi that Los Cabos has to offer. Specialty selections by locally trained chef

Mirai Asian Fusion Restaurant and Sushi Bar, Executive Chef Volker Romeike, was born and raised in Germany and arrived in Cabo San Lucas during 1995; where he led Pitahayas Restaurant for 25 years; ten years after he first arrived in Mexico City, 1985. Mirai Restaurant is located at the Ed-

Their Shrimp Cocktail at Mi Casa Restaurant Cabo San Lucas is quite possibly the best in town and their Margaritas are strong and tasty. The

Mirai Asian Fusion

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D I N I N G ificio Alegranza Building, Calle de la Playa, near Campo de Golf Fonatur in San Jose del cabo and is open for lunch and dinner from 1:00 in the afternoon until 9:00 PM. MasterCard and Visa welcome.

Nak Grill The Nak Grill & Bar at JW Marriott, San Jose del Cabo, is only open for dinner three nights a week, on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturday from 6:00 – 11:00 PM. Serving mouthwatering steak, seafood and cocktails. Overlooking the Sea of Cortez, guests enjoy a panoramic view of the ocean while indulging in fresh fish catch of the day dinners that begin with hot bread and delicious appetizers. The grilled lobster is another great menu selection, as are the prawns on a grill and sea bass or grouper fish. The shrimps in a cast-iron saucepan in oil and pepper are also quite good and very juicy as is the bread bowl clam chowder, and hot empanadas.

Namaste India Namaste India Restaurant is open Sunday through Monday from 12:00 Noon until 10:00 PM and closed on Wednesdays. The Indian, West Indian, and Contemporary Indian cuisine is all reasonably priced and offers such delectable dishes as the House Curry, (chicken, shrimp, or mutton) which is a mix of Indian selected spices cooked with onion, and tomatoes that give the meal a thick gravy taste; the hot, sweet, and sour Vindaloo / Pathia, and the chef’s special Korma, prepared with cashew nuts and selected Indian spices. Located Camino Real, Col. El Medano, Cabo San Lucas. (624) 108-3727.

From top: Fettuccine alla Asparagi at La Dolce; The Brazilian-style barbecue is all you can eat at Madeira Bistro; french toast, coffee and strawberry smoothie at Mama’s Royal.

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Nicksan’s San Jose del Cabo Restaurant located in the upscale Shoppes at Palmilla, was selected as the Best Restaurant during the 2019 edition of the Los Cabos Culinary Awards. For starters, Nicksan offers 14 different appetizers that feature tuna and sea bass Sashimi slices salad, baked in mango sauce dynamite scallops with fresh mushrooms, deep-fried Kara age soft shell spicy crab. Dinner entrees include grilled chicken, beef or seabass Teriyaki, pan-fried fish, and locally fresh pan-fried curry flavored oysters from Todos Santos. Their endless Sushi entrees include California Tempura shrimp, Philadelphia, Japengo spicy, Eel, Maguro Lime, Sake lemon and spider rolls. The Cabo San Lucas Nicksan first opened in 1994 and the San Jose del Cabo Nicksan made its debut in 2005; and both locations continue exceeding expectations. Open daily for lunch 12:30 –5:00 PM and during dinner between 6:00 – 10:30 PM. (624) 144-6262.

FROM LEFT: COURTESY LA DOLCE; DANIEL JIREH; ANDRIK OECHLER.

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D I N I N G Nicksan Cabo San Lucas The impressive and exceedingly superb service at Nicksan is but one of the many memorable aspects of this very popular, fine dining Sushi restaurant, located along Paseo de La Marina Blvd, next to the butterscotch colored Tesoro Hotel; with their other location found in San Jose Del Cabo’s Shoppes at Palmilla, near Costa Azul along the Transpeninsular highway. The gourmet Japanese menu at Nicksan is resplendent with such flavorful dishes that begin with an appetizer selections of green, curried Sashimi, and chicken salads. Nicksan’s main entrees consist of pan-fried spicy fish, oyster curry yaki, teriyaki, tempura, grilled Seabass medallions, deep fried fish Ponzu and sweet sake, among a few. Their Sushi roll dishes include spicy tuna, Seabass, Red Snapper, Japanese Yellowtail, Wahoo, fresh salmon, smoked salmon, Japanese octopus and squid, Spanish Mackerel, Canadian salmon eggs, shrimp and scallops. All major credit cards accepted. Open from 7:00 AM - 11:30 PM. Nicksan Cabo (624) 143-2491.

With amazing views of the Sea of Cortez ocean during the day, and fire pits with live music by night, The Niparaya Bar at JW Marriott San Jose del Cabo, has fast become a place to visit, dine and drink. Their limited appetizer menu offers fresh sashimi, tapas and sushi; like the Cabos Maki of spicy tuna with chili, mayonnaise and black sesame seeds. The sophisticated atmosphere, full bar and array of rare tequila, make Niparaya Bar, the place to be for their Mezcal tasting night. The Mozart chocolate liqueur martini is absolutely incredible at Niparaya; where its fullbar offers bottled craft beer and wine. Open 5:00 PM – 01:00 AM. (624) 105-3000.

From top: Enjoy a delicious Mexican dish at Mi Casa Restaurant; bento box sushi at Misaky.

Outpost The Outpost Restaurant, located near Pedregal by Cabo San Lucas Blvd. offers French toast, chilaquiles, eggs Benedict and Gluten free pancakes at a modestly fair price of $190 pesos ($7 USD). For lunch, their 100% homemade beef Pastrami Sandwich, is a unique and delicious selection the dining establishment serves that others do not. Every morning, Momisas are available at two for one, and some of their main dinner entrees consist

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of a coffee infused New York steak, hamburgers, and fresh catch of the day fish plate. All Outpost signature menu items are San Jose del Cabo Flora Farms fresh grown produce and organically bred meats. The dining establishment’s interior decor is an added plus to the spectacular service and delicious food. Open since 2017 from 7:00 AM - 12:00 Midnight, The Outpost continues to grow in its great food reputation and as a wonderful place to hang out and drink.

FROM TOP: COURTESY MI CASA; FRANCISCO ESTRADA.

Niparaya Bar

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FROM TOP: FRANCISCO ESTRADA; JULIO FRANCO.

Pancho’s Restaurant Pancho’s, is one of downtown Cabo San Lucas oldest restaurants, which was founded in 1989. Recently renovated to allow seating for up to 150 people in its main dining room, with A/C and private patio, the restaurant continues offering its long-standing Mexican entree favorites; chicken mole’, pork ribs, Imperial shrimp, tortilla soup, and the Maria Special, which is an Arrachera beef flank with chicken, rice, beans, and guacamole. Located on Miguel Hidalgo’s restaurant row, Pancho’s reddish pink arch facade distinguishes itself as individually unique. Serving delicious traditional Mexican food at reasonably fair prices with an outstanding, attentive and friendly service. Open from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM. (624) 143-0973.

and Todos Santos farms. Located near the top of the Rancho San Lucas community development and open to the public, guests at Picaro enjoy both the farm fresh food and an ocean view. The cooking at Picaro area includes a wood burning oven, charcoal grill and a kitchen bar. Picaro is located at the Grand Solmar Rancho San Lucas Resort, just north of the Diamante golf course and

development. For reservations and/or directions please call (624) 143-0900. Picaro’s is the exotic restaurant branch of the Grand Solmar and Hall of Fame golfer, Greg Norman’s Norman Estates development tree. Only recently open during the summer of 2019, Picaro is destined to remain a unique gem of this Southern Baja California Region.

Picaro en Rancho San Lucas Operated by Chef Christian Ricci, Picaro en Rancho San Lucas Restaurant is a farm-to-table style Italian cuisine establishment, whose menu utilizes organic produce; locally grown in Pescadero

From top: NickSan saucer; the favorite at Mirai.

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D I N I N G Pitahayas Chef Volker Remeike’s Pitahayas seaside restaurant, located within the stunningly picturesque Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos Resort, continues its popular reputation in this region of Baja California Sur, that has long been established by its delicious cuisine of primarily fresh, local seafood paired with Japanese and Peruvian accents and ingredients. Chef Volker is considered a pioneer of eclectic and delicious Mexican-Asian fusion cuisine of more than 20 years by industry associates, and declared one of the best chefs in the world by the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences, as well as awarded the prestigious Five Star Diamond every year since 1998.

Presto Italian Ristorante Presto Pizza, Pasta, Salads serves classic Italian cuisine such as homemade soups, salads, Carpaccios, pasta, gourmet pizza and Focaccia breads. Located in a corner of the Marina’s Golden Zone, Presto is open every day from 12:00 Noon - 11:00 PM, and features such dishes as Minestrone and Tortellini soups, and affordably priced pasta between ($136 - $212 pesos ($ 7 - 10 USD). Their pizzas and calzone are also available at a similar cost. The restaurant also features an amazing Aperol Spritz and Amareto Sour cocktails, that compliment their delicious and savory Italian cuisine menu selections.

Mexican food at Pancho’s.

Puerta Vieja Puerta Vieja, which in English means Old Door, first opened its now much appreciated and popular doors for business in December, 2003. The traditional and tasty dishes at Puerta Vieja are what have catapulted this fine dining establishment into a can’t miss Cabo San Lucas place to visit. The delicious food and tremendously professional and friendly service are what have kept the old doors swinging open with more and more extremely satisfied visitors. Open from 3:00 PM until 11:00 PM, Puerta Vieja is located across the four lane highway from nearby Costco at the base of the bridge overpass just past The Cape Hotel entrance. All major credit cards accepted. For reservations, please call (624) 104-3334. To preview their menu, and for more information visit their website, https:// www.puertavieja.com/

One of Los Cabos signature Italian restaurants, Romeo and Julieta’s indoor open air patio decor gives the Italian cuisine business, a comfortable and excitingly European vibrant ambiance. Appetizers at Romeo and Julieta’s include Carpaccio, Funghi al Forno; which is Mushrooms stuffed with spinach, Gorgonzola, Parmesan, mozzarella and dried cherry tomatoes. Dinner entrees feature delicious selections from the 96

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Romeo and Julieta

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The most original italian restaurant at IL Forno.

sea, and the farm, as well as traditional pasta plates. In December, 2018, The Wine Bar by Romeo opened next door. Offering a premium wine list selection that is sure to satisfy the most discriminating wine connoisseur. Red wine choices include Pinot Noir from Cambrio of the Santa Maria Valley, USA, a Nebbiolo Blend from Icaro of the Guadalupe Valley, Mexico and Brunello di Montalcino of Riservo Valdicava, from Tuscany, Italy. Sparkling whites and Champagne include Don Perignon, Veueve Cliquot, and Moet. Serving dinner Monday - Saturday from 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM, and lunch/dinner on Sundays 2;00 pm - 4:00 PM.

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Santo Restaurant In December, 2019, Santo Restaurant celebrated their one year anniversary; a few months after they shocked the local Los Cabos restaurant industry and Baja California Sur culinary community by winning four awards at the prestigious Sabor A Cabo Gastronomic Festival. One of their award winning plaques was for their marinated octopus tacos, cooked to delicious perfection upon their vertical rotisserie called a Trompo. Located at Avenida del Pescador next to The Medano Hotel and across the street from City Club. Open Tuesday through Thursday 12:00 Noon - 10:00 PM, Friday/Saturday from 12:00 Noon - 11:00 PM and Sundays 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Closed on Mondays. For reservations, please call (624) 243-5468.

Serrano Wine Serrano Wine Seafood & Grill, and chef Master Grill Rodrigo Moreno, offers one of the best Grill menus in all the southern region of Baja California, which includes the best Tomahawk, Cowboy, Rib Eye and Beef Steaks.The elegant restaurant and Chef Rodrigo Moreno also have a variety of dishes for those who do not know how to eat red meat; It includes Jumbo shrimp, chicken and catch of the day. All of which are masterfully prepared on the grill with mesquite firewood. Each month, the restaurant presents Wild Paella Challenge, in which the chefs of Baja California create tasty paella dishes. Open from Tuesday to Sunday 8:00 a.m. at 1:00 p.m. and from Dinner 6:00pm to 11:00 p.m. Reservation (624) 132-3671.

Solomon’s Landing Solomon’s Landing Restaurant prides itself on having a friendly staff, great prices, large portions and the best seafood and steaks in all of Los Cabos. ‘’We put together a bar menu with food & drinks that are cheaper than happy hour prices and easy on the pocketbook,’’ said owner Brian Solomon, whose popular dining establishment serves Red Lobster from the Northern Pacific. Some of the tasty $5 USD bar menu choices include a basket of Calamari, delicious Los Cabos Magazine | FALL 2021

D I N I N G chicken fingers, pork barbecue ribs, and a garden or chicken salad. The food is absolutely delicious, whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner. Open from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM. (624) 143-3050.

Villa Serena Villa Serena Restaurant, located off the Transpeninsular highway, is a charming and almost hidden palapa dining establishment that offers picturesque Sea of Cortez views. Specializing in Mexican and seafood dishes, is a popular with locals breakfast, lunch and dinner restaurant that offers tasty selections that are affordably priced at a down to earth $199 pesos range ($10 USD); which include delicious menu options of chile relleno, fish tacos, chicken enchiladas covered in green salsa verde, chicken mole, barbecue pork ribs, huge chicken tortas, fried chicken, and lasagna; just to name a few. Open Daily from 7:00 AM until 11:00 PM, Villa Serena, is located just past Cabo Bello and across the four lane highway from Home Depot. The restaurant accepts all major credit cards and its charming palapa ambiance offers a breath of fresh air dining experience. For reservations please call (624) 104-3134 and/ or (624) 145 8244. Their menu and easy on the wallet prices can be viewed online by visiting them on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RestaurantVillaSerena/

Viva!

From top; Ramen Champon at Daikoku, breakfast at Romeo & Julieta

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The Cabo San Lucas Country Club golf course on site Viva Restaurant, is a nice, outdoor patio setting area where golf enthusiast guests can settle down, eat breakfast, lunch, or dine, before and/or after a fun-filled day of golf. The menu is affordably priced and the entire staff is an incredibly, ‘’work to make everyone happy’’ group of waiters, waitresses, bartender and hostess, that attend to everyone’s need with incredible hustle, and smile. The menu at Viva Restaurant is tailored to suit the local golfing community with such tasty items as a thin, New York style pizza, served in a variety of typical pizzeria options that includes vegetarian. Open for breakfast and lunch from 7:00 AM-6:00 PM, and dinner between 6:00 - 10:00 PM.

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