Chef Anthony, the galloping gourmet catering chef to the 'who's who’ around town, has just come off a busy season. Susan K. Grant & Barney Sutton (bi-annual visitors from KY) gave a lovely cocktail party hosting their San Miguel de Allende friends, James, Ralph & Anthony, Nancy & Bob, Howard & Bill 'The Duke & Duchess of this SMA-Shangri-La', Bob & Liz, Claudi & Michell. Victor Hugo, model and wedding planner extraordinaire is now on sabbatical until the next nuptials season… but always stylin’. Are you looking for the next cool music gig, check out the hosts of Love & Happiness, to say nothing of fabulous music, Bill Lose & Eva Sicilia at their stunning outdoor Sunset Theatre. It never ceases to amaze me, the artistic talent in this town. Bruce “Dada” Stuart, born and raised in Bermuda, fast forward 28 years ago when he moved to San Miguel. He can be seen at Galería Potranca and is often at Cafe Amuleto and the Art Garden Cafe.
Doctors Around Town: For most Expats living here, we have had recommended to us, this Doctor or that one for whatever might ail you. You may have heard of the various little Farmacias owned by a practicing doctor, who you might see if they are available on-site. And it's true, take Dr. Jesús Antonio at Farmacia del Ahorro on Ancha de San Antonio by Domino’s Pizza (He is a registered Geriatric Doctor at Mac Hospital) You can pop into his street oficina and consult with him about your prescriptions or medical needs and he can suggest the necessary medicines or options. It is a 'donation', give what you can service. Then there is La Clinica (Lib. Jose Manuel Zavala #96 - opposite Cruz Roja) a small exceptional medical care facility for general medicine, X-rays, surgeries, and even stem cell therapies, with Doctors Andrea & Ricardo. Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m., even Sundays: 9:00 a.m. - 4 p.m. These are just two examples of the extraordinary medical services available here in town beyond the two major full-service hospitals, Joya & MAC with their 24-hour emergency facilities. If you don't have a primary care physician, you really should have one. Want to stay healthy, Paynal's Cardio Art walks are a good place to start. Get your blood pumping, leg muscles in shape and see some great street art along the way. Note: Google Maps is your best ‘find me’ tool for businesses & restaurants bar none or simply look for them on Facebook by name. For live events: www.sanmiguellive.com
House Rentals: They are in abundance right now as it's a 'renters market' on the cusp of the low season March-November for both short and long-term. You will see them littered all over Facebook. The other source is of course from local Rental or Real Estate Agents. Here are several I think you will like: Amy Rothlin at The Agency, Jessica Avendaño & Gloria Farías at Realty San Miguel. Ely López on Facebook and Joan Novell, SMA Quality Rentals.
Food & Beverage: Chef Jorge Avendaño is the Executive Chef behind his latest restaurant, Altar, which opened last month. Susan Knight York is already extolling it as the most exciting new dinning spot. I would be remiss if I didn’t recognize my San Miguel de Allende food porn sisters, Kathleen Jones & Jo Davis, the creators of the Facebook page by the same name, both of whom share some of the tastiest places to eat around town. My sources tell me that the lovely little, Chef Claudia Trujillo has opened her new cafe, Munchie Donkey.
Last Word: Jess-Loyd Mostyn has all the love in the world for sweet, caring, Oscar Díaz who after seeing her post, made a new leather bag for her son Indi who lost his. Muchísimas gracias Oscar, you are the heart of San Miguel de Allende.
Although San Miguel Jack is out of town down in Zihuatanejo, it is with many thanks to all of you who have sent in your tips and suggestions to keep this column alive and well. When one is away looking back, a funny thing happens, you see things from a different perspective. "What would not I give to wander/Where my old companions dwell… Absence makes the heart grow fonder…” by Thomas Haynes Bayly, 1844. To that I would only add, "San Miguel de Allende to thee I/we shall soon return. Hasta luego"... San Miguel Jack y LW.
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