Favorite Stops in Bucerias, Mexico

Happy fabulous Friday, everyone.  Today, I would like to share with you a few of my favorite stops in Bucerias, Mexico…a new favorite destination for me.

My few days in Bucerias were so enjoyable that I was able to identify favorite stops I would definitely return to if the opportunity came along.

All of my favorite stops were started by individuals (mostly women) who also stopped in Bucerias, but they decided to stay and make a life there years ago.

I hope you will enjoy meeting them and seeing through my images and notes why these are my favorite stops in Bucerias, Mexico.

So, let’s get started…..

MY FAVORITE STOPS IN BUCERIAS MEXICO:  JAN MARIE

Meet Jan Marie, a boutique owner in Buscerias for almost 40 years…running a wonderful business with the same name, JAN MARIE BOUTIQUE GALLERY.

I am so impressed with what she has done with her boutique.

It is a bright light at night in an area that is surrounded by dimly-lit buildings. She shines brightly on a corner.

Upon entering Jan Marie’s boutique, you feel as though you entered a wonderful art gallery.

The curation of products is brilliant and stands out from the other shops I visited nearby earlier in the day.

Our brother-in-law stops by to sit in her chairs …and someday I believe he will own one for his Colorado getaway.

In addition to fashion, Jan Marie sells wonderful pottery and home decor.

All of the work she sells represents Mexican artists and designers…unique to the country.

I love roosters for my kitchen area, so this plate came home with me.

It was a perfect addition to my collection.

Jan Marie explained the artist was one who created the “cracked” style on Mexican pottery.

I loved that her fashion pieces were also unique to Mexican creators.

I also brought home beautiful swim coverups for my daughter and me…I cannot wait to style mine for you.

And, yes, a necklace was in my souvenirs.

If you visit Puerto Vallarta anytime soon, a taxi ride to Bucerias and Jan Marie is a must stop.

MY FAVORITE STOPS IN BUCERIAS MEXICO:  SANDRINA’S

Across the street and down a block from the first boutique is an incredible experience called SANDRINA’S.

Everything…and I mean everything…about Sandrina’s cements a wonderful memory. 

It is a feast for all five senses.

From the dinnerware, to the decorations, to the tables, to the amazing Mediterranean cuisine, to the excellent service…everything is memorable…in a good way.

All of these combined is what makes Sandrina’s one of my favorite stops.

And at the top of that list would be the food…the Mediterranean spices and cooking were exceptional.

Mr. B and I split a salmon dish that featured salmon, shrimp, a mashed potato, a roasted sweet potato, roasted zucchini, beets, and asparagus.

Each part of this dish was seasoned differently and it was a celebration of flavors…that I actually took notes on later in the room, so I can attempt to recreat it.

Each bite was so, so good and different from the other bites.

We also shared the Vanilla Ice Cream with fresh peaches and an amaretto/caramel sauce.

OK, I wanted to lick the bowl but maintained my decorum as not to be an ugly American!

This was so good with one of the best vanilla ice creams I have ever tasted.

I found a recipe I am going to try at Pretty Petunias…AMARETTO CARAMEL SAUCE.

I plan to make It for a family meal this summer.

This eatery and boutique were begun years ago by a couple who visited Bucerias and stayed.

Make reservations before you get to town...I have been told they are always packed.

MY FAVORITE STOPS IN BUCERIAS MEXICO:  KAREN’S PLACE

Karen’s Place in Bucerias is another of my favorite stops that is always packed…so make reservations.

It does come with a list of rules….

One of the ways you can follow these rules is to ask for a table in the the sand…then take off your sandals and feel the sand while eating.

Karen’s has been one of the favorites in Bucerias since 1998.

She visited and stayed.

Her menu is delicious…like the coconut shrimp here.

But, I love it most at sunset….

And for our last night in town, God put on a show.

We watched these two net fishing well into the night as we enjoyed the fun, the crowd and the food at Karen’s.

MY FAVORITE STOPS IN BUCERIAS MEXICO:  AND IF YOU LIKE FLEA MARKETS

If you like Mexican flea markets, there is a large one in Bucerias.

However, I am not a really big fan of this type of shopping there.

But, Jan Marie…she one that part of this journey.

I hope you have enjoyed visiting my favorite stops in Bucerias. Mexico with me.

I have one more post about what this trip really signified for me…and I will share it on Sunday.

AN IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT SATURDAY:

I want to do something to help my friends at Easy Spirit Shoes and their efforts to raise awareness and funds for women’s heart healthy.

The post I wrote for last Monday had link issues that were affected by the Internet in the resort where I was last week.

Once I returned to my desk, they were fixed and worked just fine.

So, tomorrow, I am going to re-post for those who had issues with the links.  I want to make sure that everyone has a chance to respond if you like.

Then the following week, we will return to 2025 Fashion Trends.

Thank you to all of those who wear and support Easy Spirit…it is one of my favorite sponsors for this blog.

Hopefully, I will see you tomorrow when once again I will have my red shoes on!

KEEP SMILING!!

By Pamela Lutrell

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