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A Glimpse At Puerto Armuelles – January 2017
Jan. 26, 2017 I just got back to town a few days ago. I immediately remembered why I love Puerto Armuelles so much. On my very first morning, I went to the beach at Corazon de Jesus on for a swim. Morning At the Beach I had been told that the November rains were…
Panamanian Sancocho – A Delicious Chicken Soup
Sancocho is Panama’s national dish. There are versions of sancocho throughout Latin America, but it is particularly beloved in Panama. At heart, Sancocho is a delicious stew that you could have at breakfast, lunch or dinner. Many claim the soup is even the perfect tonic for a hangover. A local Panama chef believes that culantro is the…
Culantro vs Cilantro
Culantro and cilantro look very different, but they have a similar taste. However, culantro has a stronger flavor than cilantro with subtle sweet undertones and a stronger smell. Culantro is used extensively in Panamanian food. Availability Differences It is easy to find culantro in Panama, cilantro is harder to find. I can almost always…
Check out our ebook of Property for Sale
This pdf contains many affordable beach properties for you to explore. It includes links to get more photos and information on each property. You will also find a map of Puerto Armuelles with photos on it too. If you are looking at property, it is worth your time to check out these hand-picked properties. If any…
Tiny Homes: A Big Idea For The Tropics?
The notion of living in a “Tiny” home or basic shelter has been around for centuries. Ascetic monks from the 15th century and earlier have written about the spiritual benefits of casting off the extraneous luxuries of society and getting back to the bare necessities of life. The ascetics felt that only without encumbrances and…
How Much Does It Cost To Build A House in Panama?
Jan 1, 2017 I get asked that question all the time. Or more specifically, “How much does it cost/square foot to build a house in Puerto Armuelles?” I always feel reluctant. I want to give a definitive answer, but it is complicated. “What will it cost to build”, is a hard question to answer anywhere, not…
Relaxing With A Baby Monkey at Mono Feliz
I discovered a video (below) I took of my family in 2007. It gives a glimpse at an enjoyable lazy hammock day near our home in Panama. A day that could easily be replicated today – except maybe for the baby monkey. [leadplayer_vid id=”58506DB07FEED”] If you are interested in visiting Mono Feliz, visit their facebook page for…
Happiness In The Slow Lane – Enjoy Your Hobbies
We have been in Puerto Armuelles for 10 years now. Plenty of time to observe the lifestyle habits that seem to lead to a happy life for our retired expat neighbors. The happiest folks, share a common thread: Keep active Have hobbies Maintain community Passionate about their lives Enjoy living in our beach town of Puerto…
