“Hey c’mon Tony, we wannna dance!” Sun setting on the back patio of Colin’s Cantina, someone calls out from one of the tables. Tony Jimenez is just finishing setting up the equipment and lights for his regular Thursday evening set. “O.K., ready” he says, and strums the first chord on his guitar.

Definitely ´un-plugged’, the mood is just right for hanging out with friends, watching the stars come out, maybe dancing with your honey. More people arrive as a waiter brings guacamole, chips, and mugs of beer frosted over with ice.

¨We are owners here. We love that we can just walk over to Colin´s.¨ the lady tells me. She takes a seat as the song ends, even though her grand kids try to pull her back up for more dancing. Colin´s Cantina is by the entrance to the Princesa Resort, and is open to the public. ¨Wanna dance?¨ she says, and nods her head towards the kids, ¨with them!¨

A slow country song from Tony saves me. Tony plays Thursdays at Colin´s, from 6pm until 8pm. On weekends you can find him playing and singing at Boobar on the Malecon with his group, The BooBoys.

Colin´s Cantina really is the local corner bar-restaurant. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Colin´s is also the place to show up to watch the game, have a burger, and something cold on tap. They are open seven days a week, with Happy Hour from 4pm till 6pm.

Taking a bite of my shrimp taco, I look up to see the two grand daughters staring at me, arms crossed. At that very moment, Tony hits the first notes of ¨Brown Eyed Girl¨. Ah, who could say no.

Tony Jimenez sings and plays guitar Thursday nights from 6pm until 8pm at Colin´s Cantina, located at the entrance to the Princesa de Penasco Resort. Colin´s hours are Monday and Tuesday, 12pm til 8pm, and Wednesday through Sunday 8am til 10pm. You can contact them at 638 382 8020 or on Facebook.                                                                                                                                                 by Richard Scott

Why Choose A Furnished Vacation Rental In Rocky Point Mexico

As more and more people discover the value of furnished vacation rentals this option is becoming increasingly popular. This is equally as true today in coastal Mexico as more and more people turn to this smart way of vacationing. In short, choosing a furnished vacation rental offers more advantages to travelers than would otherwise be possible in a hotel or motel setting.

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Resorts cannot even compare when it comes to all that furnished vacation rental properties have to offer in locations such as Rocky Point. Considered one of the most beautiful and inviting seaside resort communities in all of coastal Mexico, Rocky Point has quickly grown in popularity in recent years. Those living in Arizona, Southern California and a host of other areas are finding that driving to a paradise beach vacation is far less stressful than dealing with airplanes and airports. Best of all, Rocky Point has some of the best attractions, nightlife and dining found anywhere in Mexico.

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In addition, those that enjoy golfing will be happy to know that Rocky Point has the best championship golf courses found anywhere in Mexico. Equally impressive is the fact that deep-sea fishing, sailing, jet skiing and even four wheeling a widely available throughout Rocky Point. Those that take their shopping seriously will be happy to know that the area boasts a wide variety of exclusive shopping as well as markets that offer many unique local creations. With so much to offer it is difficult to imagine not choosing this delightful part of coastal Mexico for your next vacation experience.

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After music on Friday and Saturday night (this past October 10th and 11th) that incuded the inaugural performance of Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers inside Banditos, RCPM guitarist Jim Dalton lead a leisuely Sunday of song and drink for those that remained of the previous nights sold out audience. And there where quit a few!

Dalton and friends (see photos) played for a good long time, set just the right vibe, and got everyone looking forward to the next appearance of the group in Rocky Point.

 

Hobie Cat lovers got together this past weekend for the 14th Pinata Regatta. Rocky Point cooperated with it’s usual awesome warm and sunny weather.

Two times a year, fleets from Tucson and Phoenix get together to do what they love, based out of the Playa Bonita RV Resort. As always, the event delivers a beautiful splash of colors to the waters of Rocky Point.

Congratulations to champions and Puerto Peñasco regulars Heather and Brian Heffernan.

I just had to stop. After having driven by this corner many times, here was something new. A bright red VW beetle was parked there, with a small crowd gathered around it. While it is not unusual to see one of these old classics still being driven in Rocky Point, seeing one with hot dogs sizzling on a grill where the seats should be is.

 

On Freemont Blvd., right past the Bomberos (firefighters) you will find it. Just the thing for a low cost, late night snack. (Three hot dogs and a half liter of Coca Cola is a snack, right?) Wrapped in bacon and set in a soft, fluffy, chewy, bun (the kind you never see in the U.S.), your hotdog can now be topped with any of the condiments laid out along the VW’s driver side. Cucumbers in cream, grated carrots with oregano, nacho cheese and more awaits.

“Salchi what?” I ask. “Salchipapas” says the man holding the tongs behind the grill. This, he says, is their specialty. “O.K., uno por favor.” He gives me a look that says “of course”, as if ordering two would be ridiculous.

His assistant tosses potato slices in a metal basket. But where the heck is he gonna…? Scooting around to the back of the Bug, he pulls open the hood where the engine used to be. A deep fryer! Genius!

I wait impatiently to find out what exactly it is that I have ordered. “This originated in Peru” the assistant tells me as he drops the fries onto paper to drain. Maybe the ancient Inca were into hotdogs too? With a big knife the cook chops two bacon wrapped dogs into little pieces, then scoops them into a basket with the spuds.

“Con todo?” (“With everything?”). Since I said yes, I get mayonaise, catsup, mustard, and some nice grilled onions. The assistant suggests adding nacho cheese, that’s how they do it in Peru dontcha know?

Judging by the small crowd of customers here tonight (and everynight), I am not the only one who appreciates the food and friendlyness at… “Hey, what is the name of this place?” The cook looks up to the street light as he considers the answer. I guess no one ever asked before. The VW Beetle has a different nickname depending what country you are in. In the U.S., it is the Bug. In Brazil, the Samba. And in Mexico? “El Vocho” he tells me. One of the easiest ‘restaurants’ to find in Rocky Point, go to Freemont and look for the bright red Vocho with steam coming out of the back.

By Richard Scott

Colins Cantina sits at the entrance to the Princesa de Penasco Resort. New this year, Colins has become the neighborhood diner and corner bar all rolled into one.

Colins offers Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner six days a week (closed Wednesdays). On the menu can be found baskets full of tasty fish tacos, a chicken burger topped with real Hatch green chili, or over sized chicken fingers served with the house chipotle cream sauce for dipping.

Portions tend towards the large. I tried the Chimichanga (pictured above). It is filled with beef or chicken and deep fried to a golden brown. Presented in true dinner style with guacamole, sour cream, fries and beans on the side. Caramba!

Breakfast is a mix of Mexican and American favorites, from Machaca and eggs to lox and bagels, with all you would expect in between. One serious contender for best breakfast in town are the blueberry bacon pancakes. Big and fluffy, they tell me that a lot of time went into finding the correct ratio of bacon bits to blueberries. Sounds like an excuse to pig out to me!

Little Colins has recently been expanded with a new dining area, bringing in some corner booths and more tables. The folks who work at Colins really are friendly, and if you are spending time down at the Princesa pool, dont be surprised to see a waiter in with a big sombrero come around asking if you would like to order snacks aor something to drink. Now thats serrvice.

Colins Cantina is open to the public, and is easy to find at the entrance to the Princesa Resort on Rocky Points Sandy Beach.

When in Rocky Point, let Seaside Reservations help you find the perfect place to stay!

It is shaping up to be a mini Circus Mexicus come October 10th, 11th, and 12th. Banditos Bar is the default home base for Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers when they are in Rocky Point. Originally scheduled to perform at a festival here that never quite got off the ground, the group decided to come and play anyway.

Saturdays RCPM performance has been sold out for a while now. But come on down because the on off show has become a weekend full of music.

Friday night sees Marc Norman and Ghetto Cowgirl take the Banditos stage. This group made a big impact at the last Circus Mexicus. And finally, Peacemakers guitarist Jim Dalton hosts a Sunday brunch/after party to round out the weeekend.

This is the only schedueld Peacemakers event in Rocky Point before January, so come and enjoy the near perfect weather while listening to some of Arizonas best loved musicians.

 

Stand up paddle boarding is cool. It is not hard to get the hang of, and then it kind of feels like your’re out taking a walk. On the water! With some experience, you can play in the surf. But hey, this is a vacation, so take it easy.

Sitting out on the water as the sun sets is one of the greatest experiences you can have while in Rocky Point. Morning and just before sunset are the two best times to catch a glimpse of dolphins as they pass by in a pod. Curious and intelliegent, many times they will come close to check YOU out.

First timers or even experienced boarders can have everything they need delivered to your resort, if you are renting your condo through Seaside Reservations. If you have never done it, it is a painless way to check out a new sport.

Or how about kayaking. Sit-on-top kayaks are available as well. Whatever your preference, Seaside Reservations new rental program gives you, your family, and friends, a couple more ways to make memories on your Rocky

Stand up paddle boarding is cool. It is not hard to get the hang of, and then it kind of feels like your’re out taking a walk. On the water! With some experience, you can play in the surf. But hey, this is a vacation, so take it easy.

Sitting out on the water as the sun sets is one of the greatest experiences you can have while in Rocky Point. Morning and just before sunset are the two best times to catch a glimpse of dolphins as they pass by in a pod. Curious and intelliegent, many times they will come close to check YOU out.

First timers or even experienced boarders can have everything they need delivered to your resort, if you are renting your condo through Seaside Reservations. If you have never done it, it is a painless way to check out a new sport.

Or how about kayaking. Sit-on-top kayaks are available as well. Whatever your preference, Seaside Reservations new rental program gives you, your family, and friends, a couple more ways to make memories on your Rocky Point vacation.

by Richard Scott

 

 

Concentrate. Be the ball. Feel its’ weight as you hold it, ready to throw. All eyes are on you (OK, there are only six eyes total, everyone else is over at the beer tent). You wind up, swing your arm forward and release.

The bocce ball sails through the air, heading for the the other ones sitting in a clump just a few feet from the lazy ocean waves. If it lands where I want it to, it will nudge the other guys ball aside and I will have the points to win. If not, well there’s always the beer tent.

I can’t watch!

Bocce Ball is is a game that goes back to the Romans. Two teams try to get their balls closest to the target. Usually played on grass, this coming October 4th marks the return of the Las Conchas Beach Bocce Ball Tournament.

Get your friends together and make your own team, and spend the afternoon on the beach at beautiful Las Conchas. On the east side of Rocky Point, Las Conchas is mostly houses instead of Sandy Beach’s condo towers, and has a more ‘get away from it all’ feeling as well. Seaside Reservations can help you book your stay here.

The Community Relations Comittee of Las Conchas sponsors the event, with proceeds going to the many local charities that they support. Food and drink will be available to help you enjoy a lazy day at the beach with good friends.

Opening my eyes, I squint into the setting sun. Where’s my ball? Did it bury so deep in the sand that I can’t see it? Did I win?

I look towards the ‘crowd’. Not over there. Could it be? Scanning the shore, I catch the last glimpse of the red ball as it rolls into the foam of the Sea of Cortez. Oh well, like they say, you are only competing against yourself. Stupid ball!

The Las Conchas Beach Bocce Ball Event happens October 4th, from 11:00am to 4:00pm. You can get directions at the main gate to Las Conchas.