Thursday, January 31, 2013

The Little Mexican Cooking School and Casa Caribe announce the schedule for the 2013 Wine Tasting and Food Pairing Events


We are excited to share with you the press release from the Little Mexican Cooking School regarding the 2013 Wine Tasting and Food Pairing Events:

Following on the success of the 2012 season The Little Mexican Cooking School and Casa Caribe are pleased to present the 2013 WINE TASTING AND FOOD PAIRING EVENTS.- in conjunction with La Europea and Cordon Bleu School of Gastronomy.

For 7 Friday nights at 6pm for 2 hours the terrace of Casa Caribe will be set for a civilised evening of history and appreciation of wine. "The best fun I had on holiday" and "I have been looking forward to this all year" and "What a fun, interesting night" are typical of the guest's comments.

Catriona Brown, proprietor, says "In keeping with our tradition of enhancing the food culture of the region, our Wine Tastings offer an accessible, fun and educational experience. Tourists and locals alike more and more look to bring a learning experience home with them - something they can share with friends and family " .

This year there is a completely different set of wines suggested by the management of La Europea as the best examples of the varieties, students will be able to have rapid home delivery of all the wines offered for tastings. The Little Mexican Cooking School is working with the Cordon Bleu school of Gastronomy who will be providing the wine presenters.

Each class will have at least 5 wines representative of the region or variety and will cover the history, viticulture, production methods and other special information. Each class will have at least 3 different food plates matched to the wines and presented by Chef Cristobal Tamariz.

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 1ST 7pm An Old World New Comer - Spain
Sommelier : Sergio Rossi from Argentina. Tastings of :
VB Lagar de Cervera
VB Marques de Riscal Rueda
VR Monte Castrillo
VT Condado de Haza Crianza
VT ViƱa Ardanza
with accompanying food tastings by Chef Cristobal Tamariz
followed by

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 15TH 6pm The Elegance of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir

FRIDAY MARCH 1st 6pm Across the Andes to Argentina

FRIDAY MARCH 15TH 6pm Across the Andes to Chile

FRIDAY MARCH 29TH 6pm Understanding French Wine - Bourdeaux, Burgundy, Rhone

FRIDAY APRIL 5TH Understanding Mexican Wine - the great newcomer *****

FRIDAY APRIL 19TH All about Food and Wine Pairing - the stars of food and wine pairing

Enquiries by phone and emailcat@puertomorelosliving.com. Bookings can be made by through Paypal tocat@puertomorelosliving.com
350 pesos per class
The Little Mexican Cooking School and Casa Caribe
Avenida Rojo Gomez 768 - 3.5 blocks north of the Town Square
Puerto Morelos
Quintana Roo 77580 Mexico
ph 52 998 2518060
USA ph 512 4108146


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Amber Pierce-Schulz is the Broker/Owner of Mayan Riviera Properties, specializing in Puerto Morelos Real Estate and Puerto Morelos Vacation Rentals. We are members of AMPI and Federally Certified Realtors.

Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Puerto Morelos Music Festival Is This Thursday through Saturday - Hopefully!


After an unfortunate rain delay last weekend, the 8th Annual Puerto Morelos Music Festival was rescheduled for this weekend - Thursday - Saturday, January 31 - February 2, 2013.  Mayan Riviera Properties is a proud sponsor of the event and we are looking forward to seeing you there!


January 31 - February 2, 2013!
6:30-10:00pm



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Amber Pierce-Schulz is the Broker/Owner of Mayan Riviera Properties, specializing in Puerto Morelos Real Estate and Puerto Morelos Vacation Rentals. We are members of AMPI and Federally Certified Realtors.

Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Puerto Morelos kitten available for adoption

Received this info from a local pet rescue. Thought I'd pass it along...


8 weeks old male kitten.  Beautiful Siamese Tabby. Rescued from under the hood of a rental car after a wild ride from Cancun to Puerto Morelos. He has been sterilized, vaccinated, & dewormed. 

With the respect and tender love and care Little Joe got from a foster home for two weeks, he has recovered from the trauma, but still needs to be kept inside until he gets used to his new home. He is shy, well-mannered, and house adapted.

If you are interested in adopting, a visit can be planned to be sure the kitten will be kept secure, off the street, and that it is a permanent home.
Please e mail: dinah.drago@me.com


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Monday, January 28, 2013

"Ask a Realtor" Workshop Tuesday at 5 pm!

Interested in Real Estate? Want to know more about owning/living in Mexico? Have general questions about visiting, living, working, or retiring here?

Join us for an "Ask a Realtor" workshop!


We are meeting this Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at 5 p.m. in the MRP offices and will be meeting every Tuesday at 5 p.m. throughout the high season. We will start with a short, informal presentation and then be open to answering the questions that you may have!


We'll be answering questions about:

  • Living, Working, & Retiring in Mexico
  • Foreign Ownership in Mexico & the Security of Your Investment
  • What to Look for in a Real Estate Agent in Mexico
  • Info about Puerto Morelos
  • And we will do our best to answer any questions that you bring along!


Amber is a Federally Certified AMPI Realtor in Mexico and has been living in Puerto Morelos full time since 2004. She and her husband have lived, traveled, worked, schooled their kids, opened business, constructed/remodeled both commercial and residential buildings, been hospitalized -- you name it! Kim is also a long term homeowner in Puerto Morelos, but is new to living and working full-time in Mexico -- lots to learn!  We are happy to share our experiences and insights with any that are interested or generally curious!

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Amber Pierce-Schulz is the Broker/Owner of Mayan Riviera Properties, specializing in Puerto Morelos Real Estate and Puerto Morelos Vacation Rentals. We are members of AMPI and Federally Certified Realtors.

Friday, January 25, 2013

Promoting Puerto Morelos, Mexico in Grande Prairie, Alberta


Josh and I are in Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada promoting Puerto Morelos and Mayan Riviera Properties' Real Estate & Vacation Rentals.

I'll be participating in a Free Seminar -- Finding Your Paradise: Retiring & Investing in Mexico, along with Legal, Tax, and Finance specialists. If you know of anyone in the area that might want to attend, they can find registration info by clicking here.


Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Puerto Morelos Music Festival: Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Just a reminder that the Puerto Morelos Music Festival is this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday!  Click Here To See the Performance Schedule.

Mayan Riviera Properties is a proud sponsor of this awesome event. We'll have our booth again this year and look forward to seeing you!




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Amber Pierce-Schulz is the Broker/Owner of Mayan Riviera Properties, specializing in Puerto Morelos Real Estate and Puerto Morelos Vacation Rentals. We are members of AMPI and Federally Certified Realtors.

Monday, January 21, 2013

Interested in Real Estate? Want to know more about owning/living in Mexico? Have general questions about visiting, living, working, or retiring here?

Join us for an "Ask a Realtor" workshop!

We are meeting this Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at 5 p.m. and will be meeting every Tuesday at 5 p.m. throughout the high season. We will start with a short, informal presentation and then be open to answering the questions that you may have!


We'll be answering questions about:
  • Living, Working, & Retiring in Mexico
  • Foreign Ownership in Mexico & the Security of Your Investment
  • What to Look for in a Real Estate Agent in Mexico
  • Info about Puerto Morelos
  • And we will do our best to answer any questions that you bring along!
Amber is a Federally Certified AMPI Realtor in Mexico and has been living in Puerto Morelos full time since 2004. She and her husband have lived, traveled, worked, schooled their kids, opened business, constructed/remodeled both commercial and residential buildings, been hospitalized -- you name it! Kim is also a long term homeowner in Puerto Morelos, but is new to living and working full-time in Mexico -- lots to learn! We are happy to share our experiences and insights with any that are interested or are generally curious...


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Amber Pierce-Schulz is the Broker/Owner of Mayan Riviera Properties, specializing in Puerto Morelos Real Estate and Puerto Morelos Vacation Rentals. We are members of AMPI and Federally Certified Realtors.

Wednesday, January 16, 2013

SEMINAR REMINDER: Tax Obligations for Canadians in Mexico

Just a quick reminder that TOMORROW (Thursday) is our Free Seminar ---- Tax Obligations for Canadians that works, live, and own in Mexico.

Click here for info, location, and to RSVP.



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Amber Pierce-Schulz is the Broker/Owner of Mayan Riviera Properties, specializing in Puerto Morelos Real Estate and Puerto Morelos Vacation Rentals. We are members of AMPI and Federally Certified Realtors.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Puerto Morelos Music Fest 2013 - Jan 24-26th!

Mayan Riviera Properties is a Proud Sponsor of:

January 24 - 26, 2013!
6:30-10:00pm


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Sunday, January 13, 2013

News Update from Puerto Morelos

Quick News update from Puerto Morelos!


I am always fielding questions about the Dragon Mart project. So -- here's my update (if you can consider it that) ---

The truth of the matter is that I am not certain anyone knows for sure what is happening:

So -- moral of the story -- I don't know, other than it's a mess.




In other news, it seems that the State Government is investing $70 million pesos in improvements to infrastructure in Puerto Morelos specifically siting:
  • Beach accesses
  • Beautification/urban image with respect to tourism
  • Resurfacing of roads in town and in Ruta de los Cenotes








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Amber Pierce-Schulz is the Broker/Owner of Mayan Riviera Properties, specializing in Puerto Morelos Real Estate and Puerto Morelos Vacation Rentals. We are members of AMPI and Federally Certified Realtors.

Friday, January 11, 2013

Tax Obligations for Canadian Citizens in Mexico

FREE HOMEOWNER SEMINAR!


2013 HOMEOWNER WORKSHOP: Tax Obligations for Canadian Citizens that Own Property, Trusts, or Bank Accounts in Mexico




January 17th, 2013
5 p.m.
Hacienda Morelos Hotel, just 2 blocks south of the Puerto Morelos Town Square on the Ocean. 

If you are planning to attend, we ask that you please RSVP.  This way, we can provide enough seating for everyone who would like to attend. Please click here to RSVP.


We are often asked by Canadian citizens who own property and businesses in Mexico about their obligations in reporting foreign property, bank accounts, and income.  This workshop is designed to answer just those questions!!

Mayan Riviera Properties is proud to host a special Homeowner's Workshop!  Mr. Don Mackay is a practicing Chartered Accountant from Calgary, Alberta (and a fellow homeowner in Puerto Morelos).

He will be presenting information & answering questions about tax obligations Canadian Citizens have when living and owning abroad.
  • Do I need to declare my Mexican bank accounts?  If so, How?
  • Do I need to declare my Mexican Fideicomiso Trust which holds my Property?  If so, How?
  • Applicable Deductions
  • Can I use my Mexican Property as my Principle Residence? Does it qualify as a Vacation Residence? What tax advantages do I have either way?
  • Foreign Tax Credits and Capital Gains


Please be sure to RSVP!




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Amber Pierce-Schulz is the Broker/Owner of Mayan Riviera Properties, specializing in Puerto Morelos Real Estate and Puerto Morelos Vacation Rentals. We are members of AMPI and Federally Certified Realtors.

Check out These Two Amazing Homes this Saturday

We have two lovely homes listed that are right next to one another, so we're having a joint Open House this Saturday between 12 - 3 pm.

Houses are located on Ninos Heroes -- about 1/2 way between the Town Square and the end of the street on the east side.

Come Check Them Out!


Click Here for More Details:  MRP LISTING 211032:




Click Here for More Details: MRP LISTING 211022:





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Amber Pierce-Schulz is the Broker/Owner of Mayan Riviera Properties, specializing in Puerto Morelos Real Estate and Puerto Morelos Vacation Rentals. We are members of AMPI and Federally Certified Realtors.

Monday, January 7, 2013

"ASK A REALTOR" WORKSHOP SERIES RESUMES TOMORROW AT 5 P.M.!

Interested in Real Estate? Want to know more about owning/living in Mexico? Have general questions about visiting, living, working, or retiring here?

Join us for an "Ask a Realtor" workshop!
 
 The series resumes tomorrow, January 7, 2013 and will be held every Tuesday at 5 p.m. throughout the high season.  We will have a short, informal presentation and then be open to answering the questions that you may have! 


We'll be answering questions about:
  • Living, Working, & Retiring in Mexico
  • Foreign Ownership in Mexico & the Security of Your Investment
  • What to Look for in a Real Estate Agent in Mexico
  • Info about Puerto Morelos
  • And I'll do my best to answer any questions that you bring along!





Amber is a Federally Certified AMPI Realtor in Mexico and has been living in Puerto Morelos full time since 2004. She and her husband have lived, traveled, worked, schooled their kids, opened business, constructed/remodeled both commercial and residential buildings, been hospitalized -- you name it! Kim is also a long term homeowner in Puerto Morelos, but is new to living and working full-time in Mexico -- lots to learn!  We are happy to share our experiences and insights with any that are interested or generally curious!






I am a Federally Certified AMPI Realtor in Mexico and have been living in Puerto Morelos full time since 2004. We've lived, traveled, worked, schooled our kids, opened business, constructed/remodeled both commercial and residential buildings, been hospitalized -- you name it! I am happy to share my experiences and insights with any that are interested or generally curious!


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Amber Pierce-Schulz is the Broker/Owner of Mayan Riviera Properties, specializing in Puerto Morelos Real Estate and Puerto Morelos Vacation Rentals. We are members of AMPI and Federally Certified Realtors.

Saturday, January 5, 2013

Travelog: Joe's Retired and Loving PoMo

Photo Credit: Joe's Retirement Blog
Attention folks: I think we have some Puerto Morelian Converts!!

I received a great email from Joe, a fellow blogger, who is currently wrapping up a month of relaxation in Puerto Morelos with his wife and family. Aside from loving Puerto, he's also been taking lots of fabulous pics of town and their travels. His travelog is a must read!

They arrived in town on December 17th -- so be sure to click through all of the days to see his great posts and wonderful pictures!



Our "Puerto Morelos Travelog" series features blog posts from recent visiting Puerto Morelophiles.  We always enjoy 'seeing' Puerto Morelos from a different perspective!  If you have a travel log that you would like to share, please send us an email!  If you would like to see previous Travel Logs, click the "Puerto Morelos Travelogs" link under the section titled "Search Blog by Topic" in the right column of this blog.


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Amber Pierce-Schulz is the Broker/Owner of Mayan Riviera Properties, specializing in Puerto Morelos Real Estate and Puerto Morelos Vacation Rentals. We are members of AMPI and Federally Certified Realtors.

Friday, January 4, 2013

Chiapas Trunk Show on Saturday!

Palenque
How were your holidays? Hope they were warm and merry!!

The fam and I have spent the last week in Chiapas, Mexico. UN-BE-LIEV-ABLE! Fantastic! Stupendous! Incredible! You get the picture, right??

We spent the first few days in Palenque, a beautiful Mayan archaeological site that is nestled within a National Park. Howler Monkeys can be heard at dawn. The ruins are settled among the lush greenery of the surrounding rain forest.

Palenque Falls
The remainder of our time was spent in the mountains, exploring the town of San Cristobal de Las Casas and its surrounding villages.

The San Cristobal area is world renown for the textiles that are woven by local indigenous groups. The women weavers are truly talented and produce amazing embroidered and hand-loomed fabrics, as well as unusual pieces of pottery.

The markets in San Cristobal overflow with these beautiful pieces, but for the real deal -- one must travel to the nearby villages where the women, often working in cooperatives, ply their trade.

Views, Driving from Palenque to San Cristobal de las Casas
Many of you know that I am an avid collector of Mexican folkart and crafts. So, I couldn't wait to get my hands on some of the incredible pieces that the locals make.  In addition, I have purchase a few extra pieces to share! So, I am going to be having a trunk sale this weekend, and I hope to see you! Stop by for a visit -- even if you aren't interested in purchasing any folkart -- I'd still love to see you!


TRUNK SHOW

Saturday, January 5th

7:00 - 9:00 pm

Las Casitas, Puerto Morelos

Amazing folkart and textiles!!










San Cristobal de las Casas

Streets of San Cristobal

Lovely Chiapan Pottery



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Amber Pierce-Schulz is the Broker/Owner of Mayan Riviera Properties, specializing in Puerto Morelos Real Estate and Puerto Morelos Vacation Rentals. We are members of AMPI and Federally Certified Realtors.