Edmond and Julian Benloulou came to Mexico to escape the cold, which turned out to be a win-win decision for area diners.
Stories by Elisabeth Ashe
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In a poor neighborhood of Zihuatanejo, residents unite to keep families fed
In Zihuatanejo’s La Presa II neighborhood, mothers at a school closed by Covid built a community kitchen to feed students and their families.
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Musical event brings Christmas spirit to Zihuatanejo
Mexican musicians perform for concert on the beach in Ixtapa, bringing a feeling of Christmas in a family setting.
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Cultures mix easily at Zihuatanejo’s Orient Bay Restaurant
Looking for somewhere truly different to dine in Zihuatanejo? Orient Bay brings together Arabic, Mediterranean and Asian haute cuisine.
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Travel in the Covid era requires a whole new level of patience
While airline travel itself is fairly safe, the hassles of scheduling glitches present new concerns when groups of passengers are involved.
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For Canadian snowbirds, better to isolate from Covid in a warm climate
Having lived part or full-time in Mexico for over 25 years, the thought of not returning seems inconceivable.
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Zihuatanejo educational organization turns to coronavirus aid
With financial support from expats, Por Los Niños has distributed 1,600 hampers containing enough basic necessities to last for two weeks.
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Zihuatanejo’s Sotavento resort: a dream project on the cusp of completion
A project long under development, the Sotavento Ocean Resort is due for completion by next year, thanks to the efforts of travel entrepreneur Mike Drever.
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Women Artists of Zihuatanejo: empowerment in the gallery
Thirty talented women from the region exhibited their work at the fourth edition of Women Artists of Zihuatanejo, held February 29 at Mezgaleria.
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At 4th annual Mezcal Fest, Zihuatanejo goes with the flow
A parade, live music and many varieties of Mexico’s signature spirit contributed to the festive vibe at Zihuatanejo’s 4th annual Mezcal Festival.
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Zihuatanejo’s Paella Festival pleases palates, raises funds
With 23 different versions of the Spanish dish contributed by local restaurants, Zihuatanejo’s Paella Festival raised funds for the town’s general hospital.
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Plenty of pickers to play at 17th edition of Zihuatanejo’s Guitarfest
The International Guitarfest, running March 7-14, brings a wide array of six-string talent to the bars, restaurants and hotels of Zihuatanejo and Ixtapa.
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Sustainable tourism efforts to be awarded at Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo festival
The Pacific coast tourism destination Zihuatanejo will host an event to recognize efforts aimed at promoting sustainable tourism.
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Miracles in Zihuatanejo improve conditions for seniors
Two initiatives have transformed the lives of senior citizens, the most recent being the inauguration of a new home.
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Third annual Expo Vino wine festival celebrated in Zihuatanejo
Festival takes place on the beach at the Sotovento Beach Club, with the beautiful bay of Zihuatanejo as a backdrop.
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Zihuatanejo’s king chess piece was the world’s tallest—for a while
The gigantic carving stands nearly 6 1/2 meters high and was donated to the Museo Arqueológico de Costa Grande in Centro Zihuatanejo last year.
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Zihuatanejo’s ‘secret dinners’ build gastronomical awareness
March 31 marked four years and 20 Clandestina dinners hosted by Antonio and Felipe Meneses of Restaurante Angustino to build gastronomical awareness.
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Return visit to butterfly sanctuary reveals changes, not all of which are good
It had been over eight years since I last visited the El Rosario butterfly sanctuary located near the community of FULL STORY
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World-class music school in Zihuatanejo remains a dream
A music school that caters to the poorest of the poor in Zihuatanejo, Guerrero, is facing eviction barring a miracle.
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A banner year for Zihuatanejo’s Sailfest: 2.1 million pesos raised
Once a sleepy fishing village, Zihuatanejo is nestled in a sheltered bay off the coast of Guerrero, a few hours FULL STORY
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Zihuatanejo fire victims may come out ahead with better living conditions
The state of Guerrero will supply families with construction materials, new mattresses, a refrigerator and a full stove.
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Zihuatanejo project promotes environmentally-friendly cloth diapers
By incorporating the logos of donated t-shirts, the diapers have caught the hearts and imaginations of women from Canada and the United States.
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Seniors homes poles apart in Zihuatanejo
Without any doubt, seniors are among the most vulnerable of Mexico’s citizens. In keeping with the times, more and more FULL STORY
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Newborn, energized after temazcal session
For many of my 20 years living part of the year in Mexico, I had heard of the healing powers FULL STORY
