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“Mazatlan’s Most Trusted Independent Magazine & Visitors’ Guide” -Recommended by The Chicago Tribune 2 November 2020

GENERAL INFORMATION The deadline for ads, classifieds, articles, and North Beach. letters to the editor is on or before the 15th of each month for the edition ahead in order to be considered in the paper. From the Publisher’s Desk We have the right to reject or edit all submissions and ads as we see fit. Mazatlan’s Pacific Pearl is published monthly by Michael J. Veselik, Reg. 540998, Publisher, since 1992. COMING BACK Slowly Total or partial reproduction of any of the contents herein is strictly prohibited. All rights By Michael Veselik world with our online paper and internet reserved under International and Pan American pages since 1997. We made five books copyright conventions. Opinions expressed in articles in this paper are not necessarily From Malecón, Avenida Camarón Sábalo. he Pearl has been through on Guide and Directory of Mazatlán and those of the Publisher. The Publisher is not many devaluations, inflation maps for easy use of getting around. responsible for the contents of advertisements in this paper. Tspikes and peso currency NEWLY PAVED STREETS rate fluctuations over our 28 years Streets Camarón Sábalo and Rafael ADVERTISING We offer Classified Ads, charged per in business here in Mazatlán. We Buelna are mostly done, just finishing have moved to our house 3 times so month, prices plus I.V.A. mediums, drains, painting bike paths We also offer online Display Ads. that we could come out with a paper and signage. every month. This year 2020, after five No Out of Country Checks months of no income, by the grace of LASTLY, God and Carnaval T-Shirt sales we got We hope the best for our clients, AD DEADLINE through most of it. Keep employees on It must be paid before the 15th of the friends, and neighbors are able to hang month and the information sent at before Social Security and small salary. Thanks on and prosper for the up coming year. and finalized on the 20th of the month to our land lord too. But Bancomer It’s amazing to me for the past five preceding publication. Bank, we’ll talk about that bias at years we don’t have one developer another time, after 30 years of doing VISIT US advertising for foreigners of the 30 Av. Camarón Sábalo #2601 L-11, Sábalo business there. plus condos, resorts, housing here Country (below Los Zarapes Rest.) ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF 28 in Mazatlán. That also applies to the International franchised real estate CALL US YEARS Local dial 669 913 0117 or 669 913 4411 Avenida Rafael Buelna, companies here. The five-year test to US 011 52 669 913 0117 / 669 913 44 11 Over the years the Pearl has genuinely only advertise to the Nationals is drying been helpful to this community, we up and hopefully Secretary of Tourism, OFFICE HOURS have supported the police, the fire developers, real estate companies and Mon to Fri: 9 am to 5 pm Sat: Closed department, Angela Peralta Theater, other educated individuals will see the EMAIL & WEBSITE Art walk its first five years, all future in marketing to both National and orphanages, adults without homes, [email protected] International again. Maybe we will see www.pacificpearl.com beach cleanup, graffiti painting, helped Costco.!!! drives as the back pack program for CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Lions Club, collected and donated Vaya con Dios! Lesley Martinson, Mazatlán Jack, Nelly nearly $50,000 dollars of used and Michael Rickenbacker, and Maaike Hoekstra. new baseball equipment to Rotary and Police department, Pro & For México PACIFIC PEARL STAFF Ladies Clubs, Cancer drives, food Publisher: Michael J. Veselik [email protected] drives, plus had a Sandcastle contest for three years, a Pacific Pearl Golf Co-Editor: Bonnie Heflin Tournament that benefited the police. Over the years we had questionnaires Manager: Sylvia Mora on many items that were going on [email protected] at the moment for the different Governments. The biggest thing Design: Raquel Méndez Avenida Camarón Sábalo, North End. that we accomplished is that we [email protected] promoted Mazatlán all around the WE ALSO PUBLISH MICHAEL VESELIK Founder/Director/Publisher of the Mazatlán’s Pacific Pearl for 28 years. Among the advertisements, it contains useful information about schedules of special events, emergency telephone numbers, maps of the city, and restaurant guide. It is free of charge. [email protected] /mazatlanspacificpearl

MAKE ME AN OFFER THE FLAVOR TELLER MAZATLÁN Get ready for Carnaval...... 04 03 by Lesley Martinson 08 by Maaike Hoekstra 09 CONFIDENTIAL Tide Chart...... 04 “Welcome Back” “Street Food in times of by Nelly Rickenbacker Mazatlán Map...... 06-07 Coronavirus”

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of STRANGER IN LET’S PLAY BALL! Mazatlán Tourist Tips...... 10 05 PARADISE COOKING IN MÉXICO 11 by Simon Lynds by Mazatlán Jack 08 by Christine Yerbic Venados Games Calendar...... 10 “Mazatlán, the Best Resort” “Chorreadas-Gorditas” Classifieds...... 10 Table Table What do ghosts put on their cereal in the morning? “Boo” berries and “boo”nanas. November 2020 3

Make me an Offer WELCOME Back!!! By Lesley Martinson Rental and sales deposits should be held by the Real Estate Agency, not to be released ith any economical demise, the to the seller or rental owner until the October 12 is a busy day, transaction closes. with 3 holidays packed into it: scammers arise. With the current International situation, some You may choose to be represented by any l Canadian Thanksgiving. This W places are hit harder than others, in the agent you choose, build a relationship! holiday shares many similarities case of Mazatlán we are seeing a higher rate The challenges of buying and selling can be with its American equivalent. of scamming. We all love it here, love the However, there are a number handled without you being present, reducing people, but with the good come the bad and your health risks if you are a susceptible of things that set the Canadian also the desperate. Real Estate is one place Thanksgiving apart! person, and wish not to travel. Experienced you might find some odd goings-on, you agents know how to handle this process l Columbus Day (U.S.), a federal might note in rentals more than sales but seamlessly, take no risks! holiday, is observed on the second both for sure. We urge you to make sure that Monday in October. It was on you are using an Agent with AMPI, check While transactions in México are lengthy October 12, 1492, that Christopher credentials, using a company rather than and tedious at times, it is completely safe to Columbus landed on a small island solo agents adds a level of protection and buy or rent with the proper representation! in the Bahamas, convinced that he confidence. Ask around town for referrals. Let the professionals do their job to get you the perfect home! had reached Asia. If you are not present, try to have a friend l Indigenous Peoples’ Day meet and handle the rental deposit at this Stay safe everyone and enjoy our beautiful (U.S.)—a holiday that celebrates end for you. Most scams are done via the city! the history and cultures of internet and they do not really want to be **The markets have stayed stable during indigenous peoples native to seen or met. the Coronavirus situation; people know what is today the United States. what they want- Mazatlán!!!!! Indigenous Peoples’ Day is celebrated in cities and states LESLEY MARTINSON across the country, often as an Is the only Realtor (Broker) in Sinaloa with a CIPS designation. A Worldwide recognized designation. alternative to Columbus Day. www.canamericanrealty.com CanAmericanIntlRealty CanAmericanIntl What do you get when you take the inside out of a hotdog? A “hollow” weenie. 4 November 2020 LANAO a Journey through Time Mazatlán International Carnaval makes the mazatlecos dream about its 123rd edition to be held from February 11 to 16, 2021. THE VINEYARD CHURCH It’s an international church with locks, harlequins, and a wonderful the Latin “Navis” and the Catalan “Nau, branches in most of the world’s world similar to that of Lewis Carroll’s and means ship or boat. This word refers countries. Cstories will take over the streets of La to the vehicle in which the character of The Mazatlán branch, located in the Perla del Pacífico, in the 2021 edition of the the Mazatlán International Carnaval 2021 heart of the Golden Zone, offers Mazatlán International Carnaval. travels through time. weekly services in both Spanish and Because of the Coronavirus, its doubtful The subtheme is an imaginary time traveler English, while its main focus is on Mazatlán will have the same number of girl called Clocki, who represents the helping the poor and needy, with an attendants as Cultura reported in 2019. steampunk culture. emphasis on children. Sundays at 9:00 So much depends on Covid-19, however Steampunk is a retro-futuristic subgenre a.m. on August 15, 2020, Luis Guillermo “El in the economy of Mazatlán.” of science fiction or science fantasy that “La Viña” Culto Español, Sunday Químico” Benítez Torres, Mazatlán’s incorporates technology and aesthetic 11:00 a.m. mayor, made the statement: What we know about Mazatlán Ph. 669-916-5114. International Carnaval 2021. designs inspired by 19th-century industrial “If conditions aren’t favorable next February steam-powered machinery. Email: [email protected] The Carnaval is the biggest annual event Look for the bright yellow building at to host the maximum party, it will have to be Carnaval occurs over six days and includes canceled to avoid risks. However, as many of of the year in Mazatlán. Carnaval is the 335 Camarón Sábalo Ave. located just same as Mardi Gras. The first Carnaval in many events. There are two big parades north of the Panamá Restaurant. you know, these events have to be organized down the Malecón, the big coronation shows according to the times. The organization Mazatlán was in 1898, and it has been an annual event since. at the Teodoro Mariscal Baseball Stadium, of the Mazatlán International Carnaval is and a big party at Olas Altas. Since it is a great team. It requires the work of many Next year, it will be the 123rd year of Mazatlán, there is a lot of Pacífico beer people behind it, and regardless of whether it Carnaval, and the theme will be “Lanao, a flowing! We will give you on our February takes place or not, we will be ready. Imagine journey through time.” 2021 Edition a list of the Carnival Events that the conditions are favorable next year to What is LANAO? and provide details that will allow you to develop the party, but we’re not ready; we will decide whether to go to them or not. have missed the opportunity to celebrate our LANAO, is a word composed of the article maximum party, and with this, one more fall “La” and the word Nao, which comes from A journey that you can’t miss! What are the birds giving out for Halloween this year? “Tweets!” November 2020 5

Stranger in Paradise MAZATLÁN, The Best Resort Of all the places to be reposing during a global pandemic/ economic meltdown/ civil unrest season, I really can’t think of anywhere I’d rather be than good old Mazatlán. By Mazatlán Jack and Stone Island abandoned, even sales of alcoholic beverages were banned ot to make light of the situation, (for over five weeks!). Mazatlán’s world things are tough all over, but it famous sunsets continue to amaze, but could be worse. Just look at the with fewer spectators. On the bright side, N all those structural improvements have newspapers. Or better yet, don’t. This is a good time to curl up with a big dark been done with minimal inconvenience history book that helps you see how easy to the general public. we have it these days. The Decline and So now the roadwork is all finished and Fall of the Roman Empire, for example. looking marvelous. The city is coming Timeless accounts of mass suffering put back to life, and opening up more and it all into perspective and indeed make more. Flights are returning, hotels and our little hardships here and now a little restaurants are welcoming guests, the easier to bear. Like they say down here, beaches are bustling and things are “Todo tiene remedio menos looking up. The local authorities are la muerte” (There’s a remedy for closely monitoring businesses to make everything, except death). sure they are in compliance with the new Looking back, what a wonderful hygienic norms, so you can venture out temporada it was, right up until the Ides with confidence. of March. Outdoor cafes overflowing, And you know what? Mazatlán will rise beachfront venues vibrating with music out of the ashes, better tempered for the and laughter, businesses booming. ordeal. All of the eternal attractions are The dark cloud on the horizon was the here, more so than ever. It is a resilient prospect of a million tourists descending city, our Pearl of the Pacific, having on our fair city for Holy Week while both over the centuries withstood countless Avenidas Rafael Buelna and Camarón natural and human disasters, plagues, Sábalo were shut down for repairs. And hurricanes, battles and bureaucracies, then, suddenly, Mazatlán woke up and always surmounting all obstacles. In the realized that sunshine and alcohol did not greater scheme of things, what’s one create immunity and everything rolled more challenge? up and closed down in a hurry. I knew things were serious when first Kannon’s weekly beach fiesta was called off, then Dick Damron’s 86th birthday show was nixed, El Brenster’s Beach Bash bailed, and before you can say “One two tres cuatro” all of the musicians in town are out of work, along with the cooks, waiters, hotel staff, guides, so many of the jobs that drive the local economy just disappeared overnight. Plus a lot of other jobs that depend on each other. In quick succession, flights were cancelled, borders sealed, “non-essential” businesses shuttered, the beaches and the Malecón seawalk evacuated, El Faro 6 November 2020

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Hotel Belmar Lindamar Suites MILENIO-VALLES Beauty Clinic 01 11 21 The Palms ResortPh. 669-913-2222 Condominios Playa ADVERTISER’S Hospitals Ph. 669-985-1112 Ph. 669-914-3796 CONDOMINIUMS 09 Escondida BED & BREAKFAST CERRITOS Ph. 669-988-0600 Reneuve, Dr. Ana Chang CEMEQ Lake Medical Group 02 Hotel La Siesta 12 La Casa Contenta 22 Star Palace Beach Ph. 669-989-1000 3 Ph. 669-981-2640 Ph. 669-913-4976 Hill House Mazatlán Ph. 669-983-0214 / 669-112-0416 7 MEX Ph: 800-681-9396 Hotel Oceano Palace Costa Bonita Condominiums La Marina Tennis 01 This new route INDEX Hotel DeCima Motel Marley 23 10 & Yacht Club Ph. 669-176-5424 USA Ph: 1-888-449-7799 03 13 Ph. 669-913-0666 01 & Beach Resort will circulate at Mazatlán’s Ph. 669-982-7300 Ph. 669-913-5533 Ph. 669-988-0124 Ph. 669-988-0500 Casa Lucila Hotel Boutique a frequency of Church 24 Pacific Palace Tower Beach 02 1 Pacific Pearl Hotel Sands Arenas Royal Villas Resort Ph. 669-913-0666 Las Gavias Golden Shores Ph. 669-982-1100 6 minutes and 04 Ph. 669-982-0000 14 Ph. 669-916-6161 02 Quintas del Mar II 11 Ph. 669-913-0117 Vineyard Church Luna Palace Hotel & Suites Ph. 669-913-4350 will pass through Medical Costa de Oro Hotel 25 Casa Bonita 669-913-4411 4 Ph. 669-916-5114 Olas Altas Inn Hotel 15 Ph. 669-914-6299 Tor res Mazatlán 03 Ph. 669-985-2020 the main settlements 05 Ph. 669-981-3192 Ph. 669-913-5344 03 Condominiums Islas del Sol Pueblo Bonito Beach Resort 12 Ph. 669-913-0022 of the city. It will start in Dr. Marco A. Velarde 26 Casa de Leyendas 8 Hotel Gaviana Mzt 16 The Inn at Mazatlán Ph. 669-989-8900 04 the Nuevo Milenio neighborhood, it Food Service Cell. 669-912-4777 06 Ph. 669-913-5500 04 Marina Garden Villas Horizon Sky Residences Ph. 669-981-6180 THANK YOU Ph. 669-983-5333 Hotel Ibis Marina Mazatlán 13 will go through the Valles del Ejido Best Wester n 27 Ph. 669-913-2745 ADVERTISERS Dr. Paty Ascencio D.D.S Quality Inn 17 Ph. 669-690-4080 05 Paraiso II Costa Bonita The Melville Boutique Hotel neighborhood, it will take Óscar Homemade Pate 9 HOTELS 07 Ph. 669-989-4400 Ph. 669-688-0068 05 Ph. 669-982-8474 Pérez Escobosa avenue and then go 5 Ph. 669-989-2300 Maya Palace Mazatlán 14 Las Gavias Club Residencial Venados Market: Ph. 669-195-7650 Ph. 669-668-0548 El Cid Castilla 28 Ph. 669-989-4000 Ph. 669-954-0454 through Real Pacífico, Terranova, Hotel Azteca Inn 19 06 Las Gavias Grand Mazatlán Ocean Front Inn Accountant Sr. Fish: Ph. 669-262-8592 08 Ph. 669-916-0015 Ph. 669-989-6969 Ph. 669-688-0060 07 Prados del Sol, including the clinic Vidanta MazatlánPh. 800-366-6600 Paradise Bay Grand Ph. 669-982-6876 El Cid Granada 29 15 of the Mexican Social Security DeCima Consultores Restaurants 09 Hotel Playa Mzt La Ventanna Residencial Ph. 669-954-3011 2 Furniture Ph. 669-989-0555 20 Country Club Hotel Riu Mazatlan 07 Ph. 669-988-1097 Institute located there, it will Ph. 669-982-5275 Ph. 669-989-6969 30 Ph. 669-989-7900 Tor re eMe Casa Loma Las Flores 16 continue towards Francisco Villa to 669-981-3922 10 El Cid El Moro Beach 08 Tiara Sands Mazatlán Ph. 669-913-1726 Mueblemax Ph. 669-913-5398 10 Beach Resort 18 31 Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay go to Galleries and continue to 6 Ph. 669-688-3395 Ph. 669-913-5100 Ph. 669-989-6969 Ph. 669-989-0525 Cerritos. November 2020 7

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How does a beach destination like Mazatlan cope with Coronavirus? we have less customers than usual”, says What does Mazatlán’s street food scene look like during this crisis? the owner of a sandwich shop, “If I would By Maaike Hoekstra reasonable. In times like these, we count our decide to close, I wouldn’t earn a peso blessings to live in a productive agricultural sitting at home. I employ seven people and it’s my obligation to make sure they have ow does a beach destination like state like Sinaloa. Many vendors have been working at the market for decades and food on the table.” This story holds true for Mazatlán cope with Coronavirus? many other small business owners with few What does Mazatlán’s street food they have already weathered other storms H like hurricane Olivia in 1974 or the H1N1 employees. With safety restrictions in place scene look like during this crisis? It has influenza outbreak in 2009. The Pino and mostly take-away orders, they navigate been three months since lock-down began their way through this ‘new normality’. and two and a half months since beaches Suárez market downtown has imposed and hotels were closed. The first weeks safety measures for vendors and customers, Street food vendor Francisco Gastelum, the number of cases in the city was making it mandatory to wear a facemask. better known as “El Veneno” has taken it one surprisingly low compared to Culiacan. But Antibacterial gel and a temperature check step further. He saw the financial struggle unfortunately COVID-19 did creep up on us. are also part of the protocol. many of his clients are going through. Banda music and beer turned out to be a “Please tell everybody that the market is Together with his wife and two adult sons fatal combination and in spite of a six-week open as normal”, says one of the market he decided it was time to give back to the alcohol ban the city has not been able to vendors. “We also have home delivery”, community. After their regular workday, he flatten the curve. says another vendor. There is quiet sense of cooked up a hearty fish stew at home and hit hope amongst the shopkeepers that in spite the road. In his signature ‘Veneno’ pulmonia But from statistics to people’s daily lives, taxi, he stopped at several locations to there is a big difference. Street food and of the current gloomy scenario, Mazatlecos will pull through with a smile. hand out the fish stew and tortillas. They market vendors depend for the most part first stopped at the fisheries docks, then on local customers. Many workers in the Street vendors headed to La Juárez neighborhood and tourism industry have been sent on unpaid There is a Mexican saying: “Un taco finished at the poorer periphery. They gave leave or have been laid off. México doesn’t al dia, es la llave de la alegria”, away over 300 meals, without any charge. have a nationwide unemployment scheme, meaning that tacos are the key to happiness. Mister Venom told me he couldn’t believe so many families are having a hard time And we can all use some happiness in our how positive everybody’s response was. “It making ends meet. lives right now. At the start of lockdown really fills my heart with joy that I can share Market vendors many restaurants decided to close, but my blessings.” The local public markets have stayed open food stands have largely remained open. Stay safe, stay healthy and I look throughout the pandemic, except for the Hungry workers line up, at a safe distance forward to welcome you back in non-essential souvenir shops. Opening from each other, to grab a taco to go. “Yes Mazatlán soon! hours have been reduced from 6.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. because there are less customers MAAIKE HOEKSTRA If you’re ready to learn more about Mazatlán’s culinary scene, make sure to contact me at in the afternoon. The market stalls are [email protected] and save your seat for one of the Flavor Teller food tours. well-stocked and prices have remained www.flavorteller.com /flavorteller /flavortellerexperience

GORDITAS – CHORREADAS By Christine Yerbic l Acientos (bacon drippings purchased at the cremeria. The drippings are left after You have probably seen the small, thick deep frying pork skins) vegetable oil just to glaze the surface of corn tortillas, about 2 inches in diameter, Chihuahua cheese, grated the comal or griddle. Place the gordita on at the cremerias at the mercado. Sometimes top, add a teaspoon or less of the bacon they are available at neighborhood mini- l Fillings: cooked and drained chorizo, drippings (acientos), the cheese and markets. These are called gorditas or any guacamole, salsa, chopped leftover cooked fillings. Lower heat, cook until the cheese of the above. Fillings can be variable such meat or chicken, refried beans, shredded melts and the gordita is heated through. as the following. lettuce and cheese. Note: when purchasing the acientos, ask for Ingredients Method a small amount, about about a half cup. l Gorditas (corn tortillas) Heat a comal or griddle. Over medium This ingredient is very dark brown and you high heat spread about a teaspoon of need a little for the flavor. What did the boy ghost say to the girl ghost? You sure are “boo” tiful! November 2020 9 MAZATLÁN Confidential Back to Normal???? Mazatlán is lurching back into gear after a sad spring and a slow summer. Much uncertainty remains as to how the upcoming season will play out. By Nelly Rickenbacker (Source: El Noroeste, El Debate) Buh-Bye The European-owned Big Time Fútbol! Mazatlán is now home aquatic fun park that tried to rying to achieve a balance of to a big league soccer team with a new sneak into the waters off Playa economic interests and health 25,000 seat stadium nicknamed El Kraken. Norte where the local fishermen concerns is a daunting task all over traditionally beach their lanchas T The first game was played on July 27th to who don’t follow the rules. the world, and for a touristically oriented an empty stadium, a sign of the times. The has been removed. The venture surprised city like Maz it is particularly complicated. the incoming mayor in 2019, and remained (Source: Reacción Informativa, Mazatlán team was originally slated to be known as Post) With borders restricted, airlines in crisis Los Delfines (the Dolphins), but the name in idle limbo for a year trying to get its and a fearful public, the coming temporada was later dropped and as of press time the permits arranged. The sprawling plastic Keeping A Lid On It Mazatlán health will be a challenge on many levels. team is known simply as Mazatlán FC. Any eyesore is now completely gone, and the inspectors are very busy monitoring fishermen once again enjoy unobstructed businesses, making sure that everyone The good news is....On the bright suggestions? access to the open sea. is following the new health and safety side, Mazatlán is looking better than ever. (Sources: El Sol de Mazatlán, El Noroeste) (Source: El Noroeste, El Debate, El Sol de guidelines. Restaurant seating is limited, Three major roadwork projects have been Back to the Future Again? In another Mazatlan) hotel occupancy is restricted, and completed: El Centro’s Avenida Gutiérrez sign of the changing times, a drive-in movie employees of all kinds must wear masks Najera, which connects with the Malecón Parking Enforcement, What A theater is making plans to open soon, in the at all times. Convenience stores have been at the Fisherman’s Monument, has been Concept Mayor Luis “El Químico” (The vicinity of the world class MIC convention sanctioned for allowing overcrowding, and greatly spruced up. Major arterial Avenida Chemist) Benitez is leading the City in center. Enjoy Hollywood’s finest from the big supermarkets greet customers at the Rafael Buelna is completely redone. The waging a campaign to change drivers’ bad comfort and safety of door with a thermometer and hand sanitizer. main strip through the Golden Zone, habits. A new concept has been introduced: your car. Auto-Cinema Crowds line up along the sidewalks outside Avenida Camarón Sábalo, is greatly fines for illegal parking. Yellow lines have Estelar has a Facebook of banks and other businesses, waiting for improved. Bike lanes and lush foliage been brightly repainted, and they now mean page detailing its their turn to go inside. From top to bottom, reflect a more “green friendly” look No Parking (not even you, not even for just progress, click on the Mazatlán is making a concerted effort to overall. Best of all, there are no more big- a few minutes). Deputy Director of Traffic, image: maintain a safe and secure environment for pain-in-the-neck roadwork projects ongoing, Francisco Guerra González, has announced (Source: Mazatlán visitors and residents alike. and traffic is finally flowing pretty smoothly Post) a crackdown on inconsiderate vehicle everywhere after years of growing pains. operators, both private and commercial, (Sources: El Noroeste, Mazatlán Post)

Consular Agencies Phones in Mazatlán

U.S. Consular Agency FRENCH Consular Agency in Mazatlán Río Baluarte #11 Esq. Arroyo Venadillo Playa Gaviotas 202 Local 10, across from just past the aquarium on your right. Hotel Playa Mazatlán Eryka Susana Bernal Chio Phone: Consular Agent Noelle Flores Phone: 669-981-1475. From México 662-690-3262 From U.S. 1-844-528-6611 U.S. Consular Agency in After hours 55-5080-2000 Hermosillo Public service hours: Monday to Friday. Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon-Fri 9:00am to 1:00pm Closed Mexican and U.S. Federal holidays. (By appointment) Call 662-690-3262. Email: [email protected] For office. 844-528-6611 Web: mx.usembassy.gov For visa appointments web: Services: http:// hermosillo.usconsulate.gov - Passport application acceptance - U.S. Notary - Emergency Assistance U.S. Consular Agency in Nogales, Sonora Monday to Friday. CANADIAN Consular Agency Hours: 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. La Marina Business & Life Commercial To call the American Embassy Center, Blvd. Marina Mazatlán 2302, From México: 631-313-8150 Office 41. From the US: 011-52-631-311-8150. Consular Agent Wendy Hardouin Phone: 669-913-73-20. To call Canadian Embassy in México City Other MAZATLÁN Consular dial: 1-55-724-7900. Agencys For after hours emergencies, dial: Germany: 669-914-9310, 669-916-5980 800-706-2900. Denmark: 669-981-7642 Italy: 669-985-1478 *Phones and hours subject to changes without notice. How do you make a witch itch? You take away the W. 10 November 2020 MAZATLÁN Tourist Tips CLASSIFIEDS DRIVING IN MAZ Commercial Rates: Regular Rates: $450 pesos 15 words, per edition $250 pesos 15 words, per edition The speed limits in Mazatlán are 40kph in Exchange Rate ($60 pesos for an extra 5 words) ($30 pesos for an extra 5 words) the city, 20kph in school and hospital zones pesos chart (these are approximate) TH and 90kph outside urban areas. MXN USD CAD CLASSIFIEDS DEADLINE FOR EACH EDITION IS THE 15 OF THE MONTH PRIOR TO PUBLICATION Watch out for unmarked topes, or speed $1.00 $22.00 $16.00 (We will even help you to translate the ads to you) bumps. Some are fairly high and can cause $2.00 $44.00 $32.00 severe damage to your vehicle. CANADIAN DOLLARS $3.00 $66.00 $48.00 PREPAID ADS ONLY. For more information call 669-913-0117 or 669-913-4411 Add Color 15% More. Display ad in classifieds 1/16 size $1,500 $4.00 $88.00 $64.00 TRANSPORTATION PEOPLE HAVE TO COME IN TO PAY DIRECTLY IN THE OFFICE. Always ask the price of the ride before $5.00 $110.00 $80.00 CASH ONLY entering a taxi. If you are not satisfied with $6.00 $132.00 $96.00 the price, just step back and wait for the next $7.00 $154.00 $112.00 BOOKS & EXCHANGES HOMEOPATHY one. The following charges are fairly standard AMERICAN DOLLARS MAZBOOK. Books for Sale. ACUPUNTURE & HOMEOPATHY, thoughout Mazatlán: Taxis (red & green): $8.00 $176.00 $128.00 Maps, Dictionaries and more. Alternative & Holistic Health Service. from downtown to Golden Zone $60-$70 $9.00 $198.00 $144.00 Playa Gaviotas No. 413 L-7 Golden Elimination or warts. Cosmetic pesos. Pulmonias: from downtown to Golden $10.00 $220.00 $160.00 Zone. Inside Margaritas Rest. Open Acupunture. Zone $60-$80 pesos. Aurigas: (red pick-up W e d n e s d a y s f r o m 1 0 : 3 0 a m t o 2 p m Dr. César Urrea, M.D. trucks) $60 pesos (8 person capacity) Green Cell 669-994-5815 Appointment Ph: 669 986-7014 10/20 Bus (air conditioned): $11.00 pesos (will give will only accept Mexican pesos and credit Facebook/ Mazatlan Book Company P change) White with Yellow or Green stripes: cards for payment of fees (such as baggage fees). The most convenient way to pay for LANGUAGES $8.50 pesos (will give change). DRESSMAKER purchases is to use a credit card or withdraw LEARNING SPANISH IN Purchases Goods and Services Mexican pesos from an ATM. It is not FOR ALL YOUR SEWING NEEDS MAZATLÁN ON-LINE. advisable to carry large amounts of cash. see at the Plaza next to Businesses may accept a maximum of ALICIA Certified Spanish L2 Teacher. For Banamex in the Golden Zone, Local $100 USD in cash per transaction, with no further information please call 669- TAXES 8-A, next to Farmacia Moderna. Mon restriction on the number of transactions 222-2033 to Fri: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. & Sat. 9 a.m. to per customer. However, many businesses A national consumer tax of 16% known as Mon-Fri 15:30-18:30 hrs. or write at: 4 p.m. Ph 669-669-2119 are choosing to not accept US dollars at IVA is tacked onto most purchases, although P [email protected] 10/20 all. Likewise, many airlines within Mexico it is generally included in most restaurant menu prices. Hotels charge a 18% tax. FOR SALE SERVICES CONDO FOR SALE Sábalo Country, 2 ANGELS (4U) ERRANDS & 3 bedroom/ 2 bathroom, 1 block MORE. from beach, furnished. 123,000 USD *Pet sitting your home or ours, Walking Phone: 669.117.1788 10/20 *House sitting *Property Management CONDO FOR SALE Sábalo Country, *Shopping 2 bedroom/ 2 bathroom, 1 block *Cleaning, Organizing from beach, furnished. 100,000 USD *Translating Companion, Errands “Let Phone: 669.117.1788 10/20 Our Services be your Solution“ Honest, Reliable, Reference Available. ADVERTISE NOW! If you want to Call Elise at 669-139-3282 P place and ad, call us at 669.913.0117 Essential Phone Numbers TOURIST SAFETY RED CROSS l Maz Tourism Office l Emergency 911/ 669-981-3690 669-915-6600 FIRE DEPARTMENT 068 l DA for Tourists l (Av. Gabriel Leyva) 669-914-3222 669-981-2769 UTILITIES l (Av. Insurgentes) l Water (Jumapam) 073 669-983-9920 l Electricity (CFE) 071 from cell phone l Gas Leaks Telcel *116 Movistar *068 669-981-0505 l Port Captain POLICE 911 669-982-2404 l Immigration Office l Emergency Assistance 066 669-981-4137 l Tourist Police & others 669-986-8126 l City Hall 669-915-8000 l Traffic Police (Tránsito) 669-983-2816 l Customs Office 669-981-1570 / 669-981-6109 l State Police 669-984-4499 / 080 l Airport Police l Federal Highway Police 669-980-6880 669-982-2088 What do ghosts serve for dessert? I scream! November 2020 11

ADVERTORIAL VENADOS DE MAZATLÁN The Mexican Pacific League, together with the State Government of Sinaloa and the respective franchises, confirmed, in September, that the 2020 /21 professional baseball season, LET’S Play Ball! will indeed go ahead as planned, commencing on October 15.

By Simon Lynds who is showing tremendous promise (and growing he LMP also attention from teams in the announced that majors), as a potentially Tagreement had been outstanding pitcher. reached to welcome back Marco said “Last year I could spectators to up to 40% of not be in the Venados training individual stadium capacity because I went to the World and subject to strict health Cup in Cancun, but now I am and safety protocols. already here making up for These protocols will be the lost time. Several scouts managed both internally have had their eye on me, by each club and by the nothing is certain, there is a possible agreement with the LMP, with independent Venados coaching team and staff. supervisors monitoring and Seattle Mariners, let´s see auditing adherence to the how things turn out. approved H&S regulations. Maybe they didn’t have the best team in the Right now I am focused on everything it league, but if you can get a group of people The rules will be stringently adhered to and takes to be a great pitcher - on the strength to fight every day, it makes you proud to be a in my legs and arms, preparing myself for enforced, with clubs who do not comply part of that! This is how important things are being penalized and spectators who violate when the time comes to be able to sign, and accomplished. When you manage to transmit if it happens here, that would be great! the protocols, being required to leave the that fight, that dedication, you see it in the stadium immediately. fans, which is the one that speaks on all sides Another strong candidate to achieve future The Venados president Ismael Cebreros of the team. success is the talented Fernando Díaz, who at 18 years of age and an .270 average, is Barros said he was absolutely delighted with That is what Pacho (the manager) and the outcome! already impressing in the Venados pre - his team achieved, they found the magic season training. “The state of the art facilities at to integrate the group in that way and it “I’m looking like any other for the the modernized Teodoro Stadium, was recognized not only in Mazatlán but throughout the country. opportunity to stay in the team to play a home of the Venados, has the good role and help win the championship if The commitment does not end in January space and infrastructure to host Ismael Cebreros Barros, the God allows it, we know that starting the job with the playoffs, the Caribbean Series is difficult because there are many people our fans in a safe and healthy Venados new president. implies a bigger commitment of all. The environment while they can still with experience, but we are going to show goal is to be the champions and be the that I have with what to play in LMP”. have a fantastic experience as and he will be joined by Ryan Newel and representatives at home”! Fernando was “spotted” In 2016, by head they help support their beloved Chris Roberson as the three international Looking to the future contingent allowed according to LMP rules: scout Jesús Valdez, who saw him tryout in Venados to greater success” The Venados de Mazatlán is one of the most Ensenada. To add to these great “signing´s” the Barros went on to comment: “We will play successful professional baseball franchises The Venados signed Fernando, first in the many good games, it is a very different year Venados have also added Homar Rojas as in the history of the Mexican Pacific League the new bench coach reinforcing Juan Jose draft, and although there were discussions with the Caribbean Series, where we attract and has always tried to nurture young players with the league about introducing him into the attention of the whole world with an Pacho’s already formidable team of coaches in the early stages of their development. and technical staff the league last season it didn’t happen and international event, they will experience One exciting new talent that is emerging so this season “all eyes” are on him to see many things and the fans will help us win the Originally from Santiago, Nuevo León, Rojas from the Venados “academy” is Marco what happens next! trophies,”. has had an impressive career both as a player Patiño, a fifteen - year old “Mazatleco”, YO SOY VENADOS! To reinforce this commitment, the Venados and manager. recently announced the appointment of Last season he managed the Sultanes de Doctor Arturo Angulo Cárdenas as head Monterrey in their winter debut season, of their medical team, with responsibility leading them to the play offs despite to oversee all aspects of health & safety some serious challenges surrounding the protocols organization Baseball plays an important role in the social Rojas, 56, has twice been awarded LMP and economic wellbeing of the community manager of the season with two titles in and throughout its long history the Venados the 2006/07 and 2007/8 seasons. has always been seen as a part of Mazatlán’s Rojas returns to the Venados after acting DNA. as both player & manager of the team in The 20/21 season has even more significance the 2011/12 season and was quoted as with the forthcoming Caribe series returning saying: once again to the Teodoro Stadium in “Last year I had the great surprise of February 2021! seeing a very fierce team (Venados), To ensure the team challenges for the they never gave up, they always fought championship they have announced that in one way or another and that is super “The Boss” Anthony Giansanti has re - signed important in baseball. 12 How do you make a skeleton laugh? 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