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Puerto Vallarta: The Park, Espresso, and the Rio Cuale

From December 2021

The park was right below our rental unit. 

 

It was a beautiful place to hang out at all times of the day and people watch.  On Saturday morning, there was a big farmer's market. 

 


My favorite coffee shop, A Page in the Sun, was conveniently located across from the park also.  Coffee here is made as an Americano or espresso; no drip available.

 

An Americano is made by extracting espresso and then adding hot water to dilute. Espresso is undiluted. It's very difficult to find places that make good espresso:  fresh beans, fresh grind, 25 to 35 second extraction for 2 ounces of coffee nectar.  Even if an espresso isn't perfectly made, adding hot water often makes an acceptable coffee drink. 

The Rio Cuale was another green space within a few blocks walking distance.  We took several long walks up the river.  

 

Motorcycle crossing the pedestrian suspension bridge


Most of the other areas that I've visited in Mexico have been desert climates; Puerto Vallarta is a tropical climate.  On the next post, I'll write about our hike through the coastal jungle..  

Getting his steps in


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MFH said…
WOW!! This aughta convince one of the spouses to come with me!
May 30, 2022 at 7:52 PM
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