By Terry Sovil from the May 2017 Edition Those beautiful beaches in Manzanillo can have a few draw- backs. We’re going to focus on trying to protect your stuff from the oxidation and rust that our ocean seems to share. These are common worries for those fortunate enough to live right on the beach. “I […]
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By Tommy Clarkson from the May 2017 Edition Cuban Oregano, Plectranthus amboinicus Family: Lamiaceae Also known as: Mexican Mint, Spanish Thyme, French Oregano and Indian Borage Not native to Cuba, Cuban Oregano was probably introduced to the Caribbean folks via Haiti during the late 1800s French colonial period. Originating in India, the leaves of this […]
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By Yann Kostic from the May 2017 Edition Although interest rates fell precipitously in the early 1980s, they are now on the rise through the Federal Reserve System. Higher rates will resonate through virtually every sector of the economy, including investments; more specifically, the increasing interest rates can be bad for bonds. And many fixed- […]
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By Tommy Clarkson from the May 2017 Edition Cherry Tomato, Esculentum lycopersicum Family: Solanaceae Also known as: Mexican Midgets Yes, these Cherry tomatoes are, indeed, an important part of the Ola Brisa Gardens plant family. Why you ask? Well, firstly and quite simply, I love to pick and eat fresh tomatoes right off the vine! […]
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By John Chalmers from the May 2017 Edition A day trip by car from the Manzanillo area to see nearby towns, beaches and scenery is a fine way to enjoy the country. A scheduled group tour for a few days has someone else do all the planning, driving and arranging accommodation. Both car and bus […]
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By Manzanillo Sun Writer from the May 2017 Edition We are on our way back to Manzanillo. We pulled into Hermosillo this afternoon for an early break to the travels. Ewa’s green Explorer was the vehicle of choice for this journey but it lies dead next to the RV in Coupeville, WA. It seems as […]
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By Manzanillo Sun Writer From the May 2017 Edition The Spanish conquest of the Aztecs in 1521, led by Hernán Cortés, was a landmark victory for the European settlers. Fol- lowing the Spanish arrival in Mexico, a huge battle erupted be- tween the army of Cortes and the Aztec people under the rule of Montezuma. […]
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By Manzanillo Sun Writer From the May 2017 Edition Mexican cuisine includes the use of the delicate flor de calabaza (also known as squash blossoms or pumpkin flowers). These flowers are used in a variety of ways, such as in quesadillas, empanadas, and soups. In addition to flor de calabaza, epazote is another native plant […]
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By Manzanillo Sun Writer From the May 2017 Edition Little-known information about Mexico’s fleet of road-side assistants. they’ve been in service for more than 50 years the group started out as military personnel from the 201 squadron that took care of the president they are not only mechanics but also provide tourism  and destination information […]
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By Suzanne A. Marshall from the April 2017 Edition Starring: Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monae, Kevin Costner, Kirsten Dunst, Jim Parsons Director: Theodore Melfi “As the United States raced against Russia to put a man in space, NASA found untapped talent in a group of African- American female mathematicians that served as the […]
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