Mexico Captures Drug Cartel Hitman

Mexico's public security ministry has announced the capture of 44-year-old Gregorio Sauceda Gamboa, a former policeman who is a founder of the Gulf cartel's brutal armed wing, the Zetas, which is notorious for beheading rival smugglers. Sauceda was one of Mexico's 24 most-wanted drug traffickers.

Police and soldiers captured Sauceda in a house in the border city of Matamoros near Texas, along witha woman believed to be his wife. An arsenal of weapons was confiscated at the house, including five rifles, more than 4,500 rounds of ammunition and a rocket launcher.

Sauceda, who is wanted in the United States, had a $2.1 million reward on his head. Following his arrest he was flown to a prison in Mexico City.

The capture is considered another score President Felipe Calderon, who has put dozens of traffickers behind bars in a high-stakes war on drug cartels since his election in 2006.

In the past few weeks soldiers have also captured Vicente Carrillo Leyva, the 32-year-old son of drug lord Amado Carrillo Fuentes, and Vicente Zambada, the son of Sinaloa cartel boss Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada.

In a recent incident related to "El Mayo", Joel Meza Cázares, one of the victims in last Sunday's shooting in Puerto Penasco, is said to have been related to Blanca Margarita Cázares Salazar, El Mayo Zambada’s ex-girlfriend and a money-launderer for the drug cartel.

Chicken Avocado Skillet Chilaquiles for Cinco de Mayo

This week I'm giving you a recipe from http://cincodemayo.avocado.org/ that I think you'll like.

From a press release: "Cinco de Mayo creates the ideal opportunity to enjoy delicious Latin-inspired foods. Just in time for this year's celebrations, premium California avocados will be available in the market to supply revelers with the avocados essential for their party menus. It is estimated that 51.2 million pounds of avocados will be consumed during this year's fiestas, making Cinco de Mayo one of the largest avocado consumption days of the year.

"To celebrate the flavors of Cinco de Mayo, renowned chefs and restaurateurs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger, known together as the "Too Hot Tamales," have worked with the California Avocado Commission to create two tantalizing avocado recipes."

Beach Buzz: Behind the Wheel in Rocky Point, Mexico

-by La Huerita

Coastal Highway (La Costera) from El Golfo to San Luis & Yuma. It's time to hit the road!

The new coastal highway from Puerto Penasco to El Golfo de Santa Clara, all 83 miles of it, has been open since last December and it's in very good shape. Wide shoulders, nice rest stops, the whole nine yards. But if any of you have tried to continue on up to San Luis Rio Colorado/Yuma via that old stretch of road you know what a white knuckle experience that has been. Potholes big enough to swallow cars or to force oncoming cars to leave their lane and occupy YOUR lane; rough pavement where the potholes end; sections where you have to actually leave the road and drive in the sand. At times the painted divider line disappears, and at many places the surface of the road is as much as 3 feet higher than the surrounding terrain-- with no shoulders. That 69 miles of Sonora Highway 003 has provided, shall we say, many a YIKES moment.

Well, that is finally coming to an end. I'm happy to report that the powers that be are finally doing something about that stretch of highway. Filling potholes, repaving, in general doing their best to insure that anyone who wants to reach the new part of Highway 003 from San Luis can actually do so without putting their lives and the continuing health of their autos in danger. Driving north, when arriving at the intersection of the highway that leads from Rocky Point to San Luis you will soon be able to continue all the way to Yuma, AZ without the bone-jarring, 10-miles-per-hour torture that has probably kept a lot of people from even trying.

The government is determined to create optimal conditions along this stretch of road, looking to the future and the potential for development along the way. In the meantime, workers have been busy sweeping up broken glass, pieces of old tires and the like as well as patching all those potholes. So it's still a mess, but at least there's a light at the end of the tunnel.

In other highway news, Governor Eduardo Bours recently announced plans to widen and improve the highway between Caborca and Puerto Peñasco (Sonora Highway 37), which will be financed with public and private resources. It is hoped that this will improve tourist opportunities in the region, among other things. And Caborca is worth a visit; I'll be posting a story about that in the not-too-distant future.

So that's it for road news today. Happy driving, but as Jim Morrison sang, keep your eyes on the road and your hands upon the wheel...

About Beach Buzz: Not necessarily the news, this is a place for information, opinion, speculation, gossip, tips and other good stuff about Rocky Point, and Mexico in general. If you have something you'd like to share, I'd like to hear from you!

Contact me at lahuerita2@gmail.com

Four Dead in Shocking Attack in Puerto Penasco, Mexico

BREAKING NEWS: In an unprecedented attack that has shocked the city of Puerto Penasco, Mexico, four people were murdered Sunday, April 26, around 8:30 pm at the major intersection of Calle 13 and Boulevard Benito Juarez. Three of the victims were traveling in a Ford Fusion sedan when some 80 shots were fired at it from an unidentified vehicle, which then sped off.

The victims were 39-year-old Alfredo Garcia Araiza from Caborca, Cynthia Bojorquez Diarely Montaño, aged 30, originally from Guasave, Sinaloa and Joel Meza Cazares, 32, of Culiacan, Sinaloa. All three were pronounced dead at the scene.

The fourth victim was a young woman who was reportedly walking nearby at the time of the attack and was caught in the line of fire. Eighteen-year-old Nataly Trujillo Zavala, from Caborca, was rushed to a clinic but later died from her injuries.

The victim Joel Meza Cázares is said to have been related to Blanca Margarita Cázares Salazar, "La Emperatriz", El Mayo Zambada’s ex-girlfriend and a money-launderer for the drug cartel known as the Sinaloa Federation.

A search of the city for the vehicle used by the assassins was unsuccessful. Eyewitness descriptions of the vehicle vary, but it appears to have been a Ford Contour. As of late Monday night, State authorities were still looking for clues about those responsible. Many shell casings of various calibres were recovered at the scene and are being analyzed. Governor Eduardo Bours has said they are investigating possible links to the drug trade in Caborca and Culiacan.

More details will be reported as they come in.

UPDATE April 29: There appears to be some confusion regarding the the two female victims of this attack. One account says both women were in the car when the attack occurred; another says the 18-year-old was in the car and the older woman was passing by; a third account says the older woman was in the car and the 18-year-old was passing by. Until I have confirmation about the precise circumstances, I will leave the story as it is.

Omega Commercial Finance Receives Bank Commitment for Over $50 Million

Commitment for 50% Loan to Value, Valued At Approximately $58 Million for Mexico Resort Project

MIAMI, Apr 27, 2009 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX) -- Omega Commercial Finance Corporation (Pink Sheets:OCFN) is extremely pleased to announce that the Company. through BBB Developments Mexico, has received a Pre-qualified commitment letter for financing from BBVA Bancomer Bank for the completion of their "Los Corales" resort project located in Puerto Penasco, Mexico.

BBVA Bancomer, founded in 1932 and based in Mexico City, is Mexico's largest bank. It is 51 percent owned by Grupo Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A. (BBVA), a Spanish-based multinational financial group. BBVA Bancomer provides a variety of services for both individuals and corporations. Other subsidiaries offer investment banking, trust management and asset appraisal; buy and sell securities and manage mutual funds; design and market insurance products; manage annuities under Mexico's retirement pension system; and provide bonding services. Additionally, BBVA Bancomer has recently acquired Compass Bank in the United States.

For more information on BBVA Bancomer please go to: www.bancomer.com

As previously announced, Omega in conjunction with BBB Developments Mexico have recently completed Phase I of "Los Corales" a 298 unit high-rise hotel/condo beach resort located on prime beachfront property. The resort will boast full-scale amenities including luxurious landscaping, pools, jacuzzis, spas, a beach club, restaurants, a private beach and private pier leading into the ocean. The resort will be comprised of both condos and a hotel meeting the demands of individuals looking to retire, have a second home, or come for a short term stay. Los Corales is located in Puerto Penasco, a majestic beach resort community located on the Sea of Cortez and found in the same geographical region as Cabo San Lucas. The resort has already sold 30% of its units with all purchasers going to contract and fully executing their obligations.

For more information or sales information on Los Corales please go to:

http://www.smallcapvoice.com/ocfn/los-corales Slide Show

www.loscoralesmexico.com Sales & Resort Information

In accordance with terms specified, Omega anticipates development funding to commence within the next 60-90 days under the conventional terms of an interest-bearing loan. Because of favorable financing terms in consideration to what is currently being offered under current economic conditions, the Company expects to take advantage of short term economical building opportunities with sizeable lowered costs associated with labor and building materials in Mexico. Thereby, putting it under the original cost analysis associated with the building of this project, while the overall finished valuations expect to remain the same.

Chris Crane of BBB Developments Mexico S de RL de CV stated, "We are extremely excited to be adding BBVA Bancomer to our finance team. The addition of BBVA Bancomer not only aids our development funding efforts, through traditional interest bearing terms, but with our retail consumers as well. We will now have the capabilities to offer developer financing and no longer have to rely on small banks for individual unit financing. We expect to take a buyer directly at close and finance their purchase easily and efficiently." He also stated, "BBB Developments Mexico has built a wonderful relationship with BBVA Bancomer over the years and we look forward to continuing to build a long enriching relationship that will handle all of our credit and banking needs."

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This release contains statements that constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements appear in a number of places in this release and include all statements that are not statements of historical fact regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of Omega Commercial Finance Corp., its directors or its officers with respect to, among other things: (i) financing plans; (ii) trends affecting its financial condition or results of operations; (iii) growth strategy and operating strategy. The words "may," "would," "will," "expect," "estimate," "can," "believe," "potential" and similar expressions and variations thereof are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond Omega Commercial Finance Corp.'s ability to control, and that actual results may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors. More information about the potential factors that could affect the business and financial results is and will be included in Omega Commercial Finance Corp.'s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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SOURCE: Omega Commercial Finance Corporation

Omega Commercial Finance Corporation
Investor Relations Dept.
Joseph Vazquez
305-728-5350
jvazquez@ocfncorp.com
info@ocfncorp.com
www.omegacommercialfinancecorp.com
701 Brickell Avenue Ste. 1550
Miami FL. 33131

Songs That Remind You of Mexico

There's a fun thread evolving on City-Data's Mexico forum concerning songs that remind you of Mexico, but I couldn't figure out how to embed videos there (duh). So I just posted links to my choices and thought I'd embed the videos here.

First up, of course, is Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers at Circus Mexicus in Rocky Point May 2007. The song: "Mexico".



Next, the passionate "Volver, volver, volver" ("to return"), sung by Linda Ronstadt (because that's the best version I could find online). Follow me below the fold...

Next, the group "Calexico", yes another non-native-Mexican group, in this case traveling with "Luz de Luna", as great a mariachi band as you'll ever hear. Song: El Picador (live at the Barbican in London -- watch for the drummer) Actually, I like their performance of "Cascabel" better, but it's 7 minutes long...



Do you have favorite songs you'd like to share that remind you of Puerto Penasco or Mexico in general? Put a link to it/them in a comment, and I'll pick them up to embed them here. Why the heck not? Monday is a good day for some music.

Courtesy of MaryB we have Antonio Banderas: Cancion del Mariachi, from the movie "Once Upon a Time in Mexico". You're right, MaryB. It's a fine song and he's easy on the eyes, lol. (thanks for the suggestion!)



Added April 28, courtesy of Swedie, we have James Taylor singing "Mexico". Who doesn't love this song?

Mas Tequila!

-by El Gitano Peñasco, "The Peñasco Gypsy"

The first time I slammed down a shot of cheap Tequila I naturally had at the ready salt, lime and of course a cold beer as a ‘back’, and I clearly remember asking Richard (who suggested the shots) immediately after the ritual, “Do you really like this s*#t or what?”

Many thoughts, words and minutes passed before Rich poured us two more and this time I noticed the second shot wasn’t as bad as the first and so a night of Tequila merry-making progressed with a spirit of '(more) shots for everyone…’

When I woke up the next morning the fun times had vanished and I realized that I was a couple bricks shy of a full load. Not being at the top of my game I naturally blamed it all on the Tequila and vowed then and there to never-ever touch that ‘stuff’ again; a declaration that stood for nearly two decades.

Many years later in Hawaii I was to meet with another friend for ‘Aloha Friday’ Happy Hour (Pau Hana) at the ‘Top Of The I’ (a restaurant at the Ilikai Resort/Hotel) and when I ordered a bevy my friend Brian requested a shot of Tequila.

Homemade Chorizo, Sonoran Style

I'm one of those people who thinks nearly any dish can be improved with the addition of chorizo. Breakfast dishes, soups, stews, tacos, tamales, enchiladas, pasta, salads, arroz-con-anything with chorizo added, refried beans-- even pizza and Top Ramen are better with chorizo. I'm also one of those who think the best chorizo in Mexio is made in Sonora (where Rocky Point is), and the following recipe comes from that state. The picture here is my basic breakfast of scrambled eggs with chorizo and refried beans. Hmmm... Some avocado slices and salsa Mexicana would have been good with that. (You'll see a picture of the freshly made chorizo below.)

Originally a Spanish food, Mexicans evolved it over time to make it uniquely their own. Heavily flavored with garlic and chile, it is commonly made of pork but can also be (and often is) made from just about any kind of meat available. In Mexico it is generally fresh, as opposed to the smoked sausage commonly found in Europe, and needs to be refrigerated and cooked before eating.

Quoting from Wikipedia: "Chorizo can be made from a variety of meat cuts, including lips, lymph nodes, and salivary glands." Well, call me prissy but that bothers me. So I learned to make it myself so I know EXACTLY what's in it, and it turned out to be a very simple process. Follow me below to find out just how easy it is, and you may never want the store-bought kind again!

About Rocky Point, Mexico

This is a landing page for information about Puerto Penasco/Rocky Point, Mexico, a small city within the municipality of the same name, lying in the northwestern part of the state of Sonora, Mexico. Located on the shore of the Gulf of California (also known as the Sea of Cortés/Cortez), the town is known for its fishing and tourism industries.

Puerto Peñasco is Rocky Point:
The name Puerto Peñasco derives from 19th century maps drafted by Lt. Robert William Hale Hardy of the British Royal Fleet, who visited the region to scout for potential pearl fisheries. Lt. Hardy dubbed the area "Rocky Point", after the prominent basaltic headland that still dominates the town today. It later became known in Spanish as Puerto Peñasco or “Rocky Port" because the estuary at the base of the headland gave natural refuge to boats. Most non-Mexicans tend to call it Rocky Point, probably because it's easier to say, but the names are interchangeable and both are used in this Web site.

That rocky headland, by the way, was known by fishermen as “Cerro Ballena” or "Whale Hill", for its whale-like shape, and that's what it is still called today.

Below you will find links to helpful information about Puerto Peñasco/Rocky Point, and below the links is some basic data. You will notice that not all these links are active yet, but they are on the way so check back often.

• An Overview of Rocky Point, Mexico
• How to Get to Puerto Penasco/Rocky Point
• Mexican Road Signs Translated into English
• Border Crossing:
• Passport Requirements When Returning to the USA
• Crossing the Border into Mexico, and Changes in Immigration Procedures
• The New Immigration Forms, with Pictures (as of May 1, 2010)
• Rocky Point's Beaches
• Health, Safety and Handy Tips:
• OMG, Don't Drink the Water!
• Keeping Your Stomach Happy in Mexico
• Addressing the Safety Issue in Puerto Penasco
• Common Courtesy Goes a Long Way in Mexico!
  
• Charities & Volunteer Opportunities
• Phone and Internet (Coming Soon)
• Banking (Coming Soon)
• Go back Home

THE BASICS:

Country: Mexico State: Sonora Municipality: Puerto Peñasco Government: Mayor Latitude: 31°19′N Longitude: 113°32′W Elevation: 0 m (0 ft) Population (2005): - Total: 44,875 - Density: 4.59/km2 (11.9/sq mi) Municipality Area: 9,774.45 km² (3,773.94 sq mi) Time zone: MST (UTC-7) Daylight Savings is observed Postal code: 83550 Area code: 638 Website: www.puertopenasco.gob.mx Official Language: Spanish (English is widely spoken in many businesses and hotels) Currency: Peso (The U.S. Dollar is accepted city wide.)

To browse through everything listed under the "About RP" heading, search the entire category by clicking on the following link: See Everything

If you're looking for something you don't see here, type your key word(s) into the search box at the top right of the page. Or you can choose from the Table of Contents in the right sidebar.

Thanks for visiting Rocky Point Tides! Come back any time, the door is always open!

An Overview of Puerto Penasco/Rocky Point, Mexico

Puerto Penasco, also known as Rocky Point, is a small city near the top of the Sea of Cortez in the state of Sonora Mexico. Relaxed, friendly, unhurried and tolerant it's a live and let live kind of place, with a "no worries" kind of atmosphere. A mere 65 miles or so south of the Arizona/Mexico border at Lukeville, and only a 4-hour drive from Phoenix and Tucson, Arizonans in particular have thought of it as their own slice of heaven for decades.

Puerto Penasco is located within the Sonoran Desert, a North American desert which straddles part of the United States-Mexico border and covers large parts of the U.S. states of Arizona and California and the northwest Mexican states of Sonora, Baja California, and Baja California Sur. It is one of the largest and hottest deserts in North America, with an area of 311,000 square kilometres (120,000 sq mi). The desert contains a variety of unique plants and animals.

This bustling community has a well established infrastructure; a growing year-round gringo population (many of them retirees); miles of swimmable beaches; reliable Internet service; cell phone service; satellite TV; excellent fishing, diving and boating opportunities; golf courses; great restaurants; affordable real estate (getting more affordable all the time due to the impact of the global economic crisis), and the added bonus of being within easy driving distance from many of the Western states in the USA.

The greater Puerto Penasco municipality kind of grew "organically", without much of a plan during most of its relatively short existence (the city is less than 100 years old). For much of its life it existed primarily as a fishing/shrimping village, with several periods of boom and bust throughout the years.

As Arizonans began to discover its charms as a beach and fishing destination, casual "Gringo" enclaves began to develop, first at Cholla Bay to the northwest of town where aficionados were building very basic "vacation homes" and then at other spots as well. (The picture here was scanned from a 1964 Arizona Highways magazine, showing Cholla Bay) Most gringos who came to fish, party and relax simply camped on the beaches. By the time the late 1980s rolled around, when the shrimping industry collapsed, the town was seeing more than 200,000 tourists per year, and the development of beach homes, R.V. parks and tourist zones quickly followed. The attraction was, as it still is, all about the miles of beaches and and the deep blue natural aquarium called the Sea of Cortez.

But the real impetus for development started after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in New York and Washington D.C., when people were afraid to fly and drive-to destinations like Puerto Penasco began to capture their attention. Nearly simultaneously came the beginning of the real estate bubble in the USA, with real estate prices in Arizona and California soaring out of control. For a few years the price of oceanfront real estate in Rocky Point looked very good in comparison, and a glut of upscale condo developments began to be marketed primarily to residents of Phoenix and Tucson, but also further afield (all the way into Canada!). Prices during those years rose unrealistically in tandem with the US market, forming a complementary bubble in Rocky Point.

Once the collapse of the market in the USA reached Rocky Point, many of the planned real estate projects were subsequently either put on hold or collapsed entirely, in many cases leaving investors high and dry. It remains to be seen what will happen once the world's economies begin to stabilize.

Development of the area lies in a general northwest to southeast direction, following the curve of the land, but note that the land in the immediate area actually curves in a more west to east direction (slightly north/south) so beaches are often described as being either west or east of town. In fact, from some locations you can watch the sun both rise and set over the Sea of Cortez.

To the actual north of town are the planned communities of Laguna Shores and Laguna del Mar (both developments currently on hold), with La Cholla (aka La Choya) just to their south. (La Cholla is where the land begins to curve to the east.) At the extreme south/east is La Jolla de Cortez (more commonly known as the Mayan Palace development), where the new international airport is located. Just past this area, around San Jorge, the land curves back in a more southerly direction again.

...it's all about beaches
in Puerto Penasco, Mexico.
Sandy
beaches,
rocky beaches,
beaches for swimming
or shelling
or just
bumming around...

The oldest parts of town are the Old Port area, also called The Malecon, and Playa Mirador (known locally just as "the Mirador"), which is where much of the restaurants and bars are found. Old Port, which sits beneath Whale Hill, has a fine new Plaza where town events are scheduled; it also has an excellent fish market and many restaurants and shops. The Mirador, kind of around the corner on the other side of Whale Hill, is considered the central part of town as far as entertainment goes. It is definitely the main focus area during Spring Break. But you will also find a well-developed residential area in the Mirador along with several planned condo/hotel/retail projects.

So far, the two major master planned communities in Puerto Penasco are Sandy Beach Resorts (just north/west of town and south/east of La Cholla), owned by Grupo SBR, and the aforementioned massive La Jolla de Cortez project, owned by Grupo Mayan/Grupo Vidanta, about 30 miles south/east on the La Pinta Estuary. Between La Jolla de Cortez and the city are several smaller communities, many of which have been quietly growing for at least two decades. The better known of those enclaves include Las Conchas and Playa Encanto, with plenty of small, independent infill in between and within the town itself, especially in the Playa Mirador area.

Puerto Penasco today is still a growing city. It is safe, friendly, quirky, funky AND fancy, laid back, fun, and though development has slowed dramatically for the time being it has the potential to become an outstanding destination for vacationers and retirees in its own right.

Come on down and look around. It may not be for everyone, but it might be for you...

Rocky Point, Mexico in Pictures

Eduardo was kind enough to share half a dozen photos taken by his wife Alicia during Christmas-New Years 2008. These are great photos- thanks for contributing, Eduardo and Alicia!

(Click on the headline or the "Read More" link to see ALL the pictures, and click on the photos to see them full-sized.)
















I hope you enjoyed these photos as much as I did! Don't you wish YOU had spent the Christmas holidays in Puerto Penasco?!

If you have some photos of Rocky Point/Puerto Penasco you'd like to share, email them to me at lahuerita2@gmail.com I'll be happy to post them!

Beach Buzz: Tessoro at Las Conchas Plugging Along

-by La Huerita

It's no secret that the collapse of the economy in the USA has drastically affected the real estate market in Rocky Point. Resale listings (especially condo resales) have increased exponentially in the last year, prices are still dropping, and several planned developments have been put on hold-- often leaving buyers wondering if they'll ever see their deposits again. It's not really the best of times to be a real estate agent in Rocky Point, Mexico.

One potential bright spot in all the mess is the Tessoro at Las Conchas project, a high-end condo development located at the end of Las Conchas on a peninsula surrounded by the Morua Estuary. Construction there has continued throughout the turmoil of the last year or so. In addition to the major construction of the condo building, for instance, the large main pool has been poured and it is now being tiled with Venetian tiles. In addition, the ocean front outdoor bar and grill building is nearly complete.

On March 20, 2009 Tessoro unveiled its fully-furnished Diamond model inside the phase one building. The Diamond Residence is, in the words of the developers, "an epic end unit that is the single finest residence in all of Puerto Peñasco and whose owners will have unchallenged boasting rights." Well, you'd hardly expect less exuberance from the developers, would you? The questions in my mind, not knowing the pricing for the units at Tessoro, is who is actually going to buy, considering the current economy, and have prices come down at Tessoro as they have everywhere else? How are sales going, anyway?

Conceived during the height of the BIG BUBBLE, like most of the other developments in Puerto Penasco, Tessoro was conceived as an ultra-upscale luxury condo development reachable by what is now a shrinking pool of people who can either afford it or who are willing to spend in the current market conditions. So I'd imagine that the units are just a mite harder to sell than they used to be. That's just my guess, though; I could be wrong. I did find a listing online by one owner who purchased pre-construction in 2006 and is now offering UNIT #1, the Diamond floorplan, ground floor right at the beach, 3 bedroom, 3.5 baths, 3260 total square feet-- for a mere $1.25 million. That person asserts that Penthouse units are going for $2 million+. Hmmmm.

But the main point here is that construction has continued unabated and the company is delivering on its promises-- as is clearly obvious on the Tessoro website's construction status page.

And those promises are pretty deluxe. Built by AR+K Arquitectos out of Mexico City, the full-ownership condominium residences all offer ocean-front terraces and rear balconies overlooking the Morua Estuary and Pinacate Volcano. All residences offer private, outdoor spa tubs overlooking the Sea of Cortez. And all interiors are designed with accents of river stone, alder wood, granite and marble. I must say their promotional video is one of the best I've seen.

Claimed Tessoro exclusives:

• Private Air Conditioned Elevators to Individual Condominiums
• Key Card Access System
• Ocean and Morua Estuary Terraces, Views from every room
• Sky Garden, Rooftop Lounge
• Spa Tub and BBQ included on every Ocean Front Terrace
• Long-Range Telescope included
• 42” High Definition LCD Television included

Tessoro fronts over 600 feet of beach near the mouth of the Morua Estuary and there has been considerable controversy about possible damage caused by such a project to the delicate ecology of the area. CEDO, the Intercultural Center for the Study of Deserts and Oceans, for instance, listed Tessoro as an "Irresponsible Project" in 2006 due in part to its impact on a colony of a protected species of bird, the Least Tern, (Sternula antillarum).

At least on the surface Tessoro appears to be more financially secure than many planned projects in Rocky Point – an increasingly important consideration. So we'll see how things go as the first phase of Tessoro nears completion.

It's always possible, of course, that Phase One could turn out to be Phase Final, depending on the economy and other factors such as debate about the ecology of the area, water availability and so forth. Time will tell.

About Beach Buzz: Not necessarily the news, this is a place for information, opinion, speculation, gossip, tips and other good stuff about Rocky Point, and Mexico in general. If you have something you'd like to share, I'd like to hear from you!

Contact me, La Huerita, at lahuerita2@gmail.com

Omega Commercial Finance Announces the Completion of Phase I for Their Los Corales Mexico Beachfront Resort Project

MIAMI, Apr 13, 2009 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX) -- Omega Commercial Finance Corporation (OCFN)is very pleased to announce that the Company has completed the first of three phases of development for their Los Corales beachfront resort project located in Puerto Penasco, Mexico.

The completion of Phase I included obtaining all permits, engineering, testing, land preparation and deconstruction of the property. To date, approximately 4.6 million dollars has been spent on all overhead expenditures, marketing, permitting, insurance and legal expenses associated with Phase one's completion.

Phase II shall include underground construction, support structures, a desalinization plant, water treatment facility, sewer treatment facility and parking.

As previously reported, Omega, in conjunction with BBB Developments Mexico, has initiated plans to create "Los Corales," a 298 unit high-rise hotel/condo beach resort located on prime beachfront property. The resort will boast full scale amenities including luxurious landscaping, pools, jacuzzis, spas, a beach club, restaurants, a private beach and private pier leading into the ocean.

Los Corales is located in Puerto Penasco, a majestic beach resort community located on the Pacific side of Mexico and found in the same geographical region as Cabo San Lucas. The resort has already sold 30% of its units with all purchasers going to contract and fully executing their obligations.

For more information on Los Corales please go to: http://www.smallcapvoice.com/ocfn/los-corales

Jon S. Cummings IV, CEO stated, "We are extremely pleased with the progress of this project thus far. We look forward to moving into the second phase of this project in order to take advantage of the sharp reduction in labor and building material costs since the global recession hit."

Safe Harbor
This release contains statements that constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements appear in a number of places in this release and include all statements that are not statements of historical fact regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of Omega Commercial Finance Corp., its directors or its officers with respect to, among other things: (i) financing plans; (ii) trends affecting its financial condition or results of operations; (iii) growth strategy and operating strategy. The words "may," "would," "will," "expect," "estimate," "can," "believe," "potential" and similar expressions and variations thereof are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond Omega Commercial Finance Corp.'s ability to control, and that actual results may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors. More information about the potential factors that could affect the business and financial results is and will be included in Omega Commercial Finance Corp. filings with the SEC.

Omega Commercial Finance Corporation
Investor Relations Dept.
Joseph Vazquez
305-677-0306
jvazquez@ocfncorp.com
info@ocfncorp.com
www.omegacommercialfinancecorp.com

This news release was distributed by GlobeNewswire, www.globenewswire.com
SOURCE: Omega Commercial Finance Corporation

Dolphins Playing in the Sea of Cortes off Rocky Point

Here is a video from JUST ADD SALTWATER, showing dolphins cavorting in the bow waves of a boat. Don't they look like they're just having a great time?



Here's the description from the video maker: Rocky Point/Puerto Penasco Mexico dolphins in the Sea of Cortez as seen from aboard CUATES with Captain Rick Hammer go to http://www.rockypointboattrips.com/

If this doesn't make you smile with delight (and wish you were there) there's something wrong with you. ;)

Walking The Mirador

-by El Gitano Peñasco, "The Peñasco Gypsy"

If I had Carlos (“El Magnate”) Slim’s money, the expertise of real estate developer Daniel (“Multipropiedad”) Chavez and the power of Presidente Felipe (“El Jefe”) Calderon I would develop a major attraction in Puerto Penasco that would benefit locals, turistas and ultimately place Rocky Point on the proverbial ‘map’.

Whether you live in Penasco all year long, are a frequent guest or just finished your first visit the one thing we should all be able to agree on is that when it comes to getting around to find ‘things-to-do’, RP is fragmented and could sorely use a central ‘gathering place’ (sorry Oahu) of restaurants, shops, businesses, night-clubs, beach activities, picnic/BBQ areas, etc.

Whenever I return to Penasco I find myself missing the fun and conveniences of such places that do provide a full day (and night) of ‘walk-to’ activities as you’ll enjoy and experience on the island of Cozumel, the beach front community of Playa Del Carmen, the Golden Zone of Mazatlan, the zocalo of Merida (aka the Plaza Grande), and so forth.

Yes, RP has Calle 13, Old Port, downtown and other areas speckled about the community with a shop here and/or a restaurant there but I’m all about stress-free fun, entertainment and options plus meeting new people and spending the day (or night) relaxing and having a good time on a casual carefree ‘walk-about’ basis.

That is why I firmly believe the area of Mirador is ideal for such a ‘gathering-place’, complete with a beautiful Mexican zocalo (town square), play areas for the kiddies and scores of eating, dining, shopping and other activities for everyone’s fun, pleasures and enjoyment.

Of course I have no money, no developer experience and as much political juice as a timeshare street hawker does with a belly full of Cervezas arguing with La Policía at 3:00 A.M. out in front of the “Dugout Sports Bar” before being carried off to the hoosegow for the very menacing crime of ‘Wild-Karaoke’ singing…

But if I did have the ‘Huevos’ I’d also plant about a thousand mature palm trees and a vast array of beautiful, colorful, flowering plants up and down the soon-to-be ‘cobblestone’ Calles of Mirador that would also be lined corner to corner with rustic style softly lit street lamps for night time enjoyment…

I’d also maybe limit Mirador ‘non-resident’ vehicle traffic to ‘service vehicles’, bicycles, golf carts and/or maybe Pulmonia’s (open air small cabs), forbid all ATV’s and add scores of park benches, ponds and lawns everywhere…

While building the infrastructure I’d then lease out the land and/or retail space to the hoards of (mostly) small mom and pop businesses that would come in from all over Mexico, adding their touch of ‘funkiness’ (Mexican style) and giving Penasco a charisma to be proud of -- one that would surely attract the attention of sun seekers for generations to come.

Then when it was all a ‘done-deal’ I’d take pencil and paper, walk to the nearest Cantina and order a shot of Don Julio Reposado (Blanco or Añejo) and an ice cold Pacifico (or two) and kick-back to begin my next project which would be to write a catchy little tune about wasting away in Miradorville….

VIVA MEXICO!

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Myths & Tips: OMG DON'T DRINK THE WATER!

-by La Huerita

Welcome to the first post in a new category I'm calling Myths and Tips. Not necessarily news, this is a place for tips and tricks as well as debunking some myths, misconceptions and misinformation about stuff related to Puerto Penasco and Mexico in general.

To kick it off, I'm talking about one of the subjects I'm most asked about by friends who are, ahem, ignorant about Mexico and Rocky Point. This is one of the most frequent misconceptions:

Misconception #1: OMG DON'T DRINK THE WATER!

I can't tell you how many times in Mexico I've seen people refuse ice in their drinks, or hurriedly scoop it out with their hands, due to the MISCONCEPTION that it might make them sick. Did you know that, by law, ice cubes which are served to the public in Mexican bars and dining establishments are required to be made out of purified water? Well, that's a fact. You can recognize commercially made purified ice cubes by the hole in the center of them, and they are totally safe to consume. Ice cubes you purchase by the bag at supermarkets or local stores are always made of purified water. Look for that hole in the middle, and don't worry about it. Note that this law applies only to cubes, not block ice which is used to keep food cold. If you are not sure, ask "Es purificado?"

The word for ice, BTW, is "hielo". Pronounced "ee-eh-lo", it sounds a lot like "yaylow". If you want to order a drink with ice, it's "con hielo"; without ice, it's "sin hielo".

As far as the water itself goes, well that's a different story but there are still many misconceptions about it. Specific to Puerto Penasco/Rocky Point, the city's water is safe to drink. It comes from wells and various aquifers and is treated/purified just as it would be in the USA or Canada to make it safe for consumption. Only thing is, due to the high mineral content it doesn't taste all that good. So it's fine to use for showering and brushing your teeth, etc., but most people prefer to get their drinking water from one of the local water purification companies. Purified water is sold in every supermercado, tienda, gas station, etc. in just about every village of more than 10 habitants. It generally comes in five-gallon plastic jugs, which can be refilled at local water plants, usually for a dollar or less. Also keep in mind that most resorts/condominium projects have their own water purification systems. The last thing they want is for a guest to get sick and carry the news home with them. Even so, most people-- whether locals or visitors-- still purchase bottled water and there's nothing wrong with that. Besides, it helps support the local economy!

Now, about the water in Mexico generally, and the perception that "turista" or "Montezuma's Revenge" is caused by drinking that water...

First, you should understand that the reason people get Montezuma's Revenge (also known as "turista") is not usually because the water or salad, etc., are contaminated, it's because the microbes in the water are different from the microbes in the water you drink at home, and your system doesn't recognize them. The same thing happens to Méxicans who travel to the USA or Canada, and often to citizens of the USA who simply travel from one side of the USA to the other. If your system is at all sensitive or if you're feeling insecure, stick to bottled water and don't eat any vegetables that aren't cooked. There are many anti-diarrheal products available on the market; play it safe and take some with you.

But "turista" is not always caused by drinking the water. For instance: there you are at a gorgeous beach on your vacation, so naturally you'll probably want to get into the ocean. You'll splash around, swim, get tumbled around by the waves-- and chances are real good that even if you think about it and are real careful, you're going to get some water in your mouth and swallow a little bit of it. Sea water, under the best of circumstances, is not good for you, and the ocean around many Méxican resort areas can be especially polluted. Very often the drinking water, the ice and/or the food in México is blamed for a bad case of the Travelers' Trots when in reality it was that bit of ocean you swallowed. Just be aware and a little careful in the ocean!

Here are a few COMMON SENSE rules that will help you avoid "turista".

• Take it easy the first few days. Trying to do, see, eat, drink everything on the first day gets a lot of tourists in trouble.
• Drink plenty of non-alcoholic fluids and do not become dehydrated!
• Drink bottled water (but don't worry about those ice cubes with holes in the middle!).
• Take Pepto Bismol, yogurt or papaya enzyme tablets throughout your stay to help ward off "turista".
• Take a "siesta" (nap) each afternoon. There's a reason that residents of Latin American and Mediterranean countries do this; follow their example. And remember the axiom that only "mad dogs and Englishmen go out in the noonday sun".
• Always wash your hands before eating.
• When eating from open-air food stands, use discretion. If you see "gringos" eating at a taco stand, they may well be local residents who are acclimated to México's foods, etc., and it is not a sign that it is safe for you to eat there, too. Don't be afraid to experiment, but USE COMMON SENSE!
• Ease into local eating and drinking habits. Take it easy!

Stay tuned for more, and as always your own comments are welcome, either via email or in the comments section!

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Steps Toward Easier Investment in Puerto Penasco

-by Steve Schwab

(PR-Inside.com) 2009-04-07 Puerto Penasco will take another step toward development in the next months with the establishment of the development center, in which federal, state, and local formalities will be processed in one sole office, thus eliminating the bothersome and deleterious red tape which inhibits everything.

This new office will take care and provide guidance to whoever intends to establish a company, so that it will not only receive paperwork, assured Francisco Diaz Brown, Secretary of Economy of the Government of Sonora.

The objective of this new center is to facilitate a business environment within the municipalities, development, and competitiveness of companies. Consulting services and training courses will be provided to put the necessary tools to develop businesses at the fingertips of entrepreneurs.

What is most important is that the window of the rapid attention of businesses system will be put into operation to process the formalities for establishing new businesses. The state official announced that the development offices's objective will be providing integral services to businesses. For such purpose, Diaz Brown, recently headed a regional meeting with Directors of Economic Development of the municipalities of San Luis Rio Colorado, Puerto Penasco, General Plutarco Elias Calles, and Caborca.

Before the representatives of the region's municipalities he stated that presently there is confusion as regards the formalities which take place at the centers for the Rapid Establishment of Companies (CARE) and the offices of the Rapid Attention of Businesses System (SARE). SARE and CARE are programs created by the Federal Government to facilitate to the maxium degree possible, mercantile, business and business management activities; the former commits the competent governmental authority to issue the registration document that enables to exercise trade formally in a very brief period of time, whereas the latter, CARE, was created to simplify processes and formalities for establishing micro, small and medium companies, joining the Federal, state and local governments for the purpose of providing to the business community, an integral service for the establishment of different types of commercial, industrial or service companies.

All of this will be concentrated in the Business Development Centers and the one in Puerto Penasco (Rocky Point) will be particularly important due to its constant flow of domestic and foreign investments. An office with these futures already operates in Hermosillo , the capital, and now the State Government is requesting the participation of the majors to start operating such offices in all of the aforementioned municipalities.

During the regional meeting, which was attended by Heriberto Renteria Sanchez, major of Puerto Penasco, the Secretary of Economy explained in detail the Liaison, Promotion, Support to Entrepreneurs, Training and Consulting Services, Financing, and Financial Support programs that form part of said agency.

Diaz Brown invited the region's directors of economic development to request development opportunities for the establishment and growth of companies in their respective municipalities. In Puerto Penasco, it is increasingly easy and simple to obtain licenses and permits for business activities thanks to the complementary efforts of the local, state and federal governments.

Thus, Puerto Penasco is consolidating as one of the most attractive places for domestic and foreign investment, reason due to which business people of the United States and Canada have set their ayes on this Sonoran municipality that, without the shadow of a doubt, is registering one of the highest development indexes of northern Mexico.

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Author: Steve Schwab

How to Make Beef Machaca

Is it Thursday already? Recipe day? Well, this time I'm giving you a really simple recipe, one that can be used as a side dish, such as a companion to eggs for breakfast or brunch, or as filler for enchiladas, flautas, tacos, tamales or many other recipes. Called machaca, this is so easy to make and so superior to ground beef for nearly any Mexican food requiring a filling that I can't imagine why anyone would choose hamburger once they've learned about it.

Sort of a Mexican version of beef jerky, machaca was prepared originally from dried, spiced meat (most commonly beef) that had been rehydrated and pounded to make it tender. The reconstituted meat would then be used to prepare dishes such as I have noted above. The drying of beef with chiles and other native spices was specifically developed by the ranchers and cowboys of northern Mexico, and machaca is not universally made throughout Mexico. Thus, it is considered a regional dish-- though I have enjoyed it as far south as Puerto Vallarta and southeast in Cancun and it seems to be spreading exponentially.

Since the arrival of refrigeration the drying/rehydrating process has mostly died out, though you can still find commercially packaged "carne seca" in many Mexican tiendas. Most machaca dishes now are made from beef that has been braised until tender, shredded then cooked in its juices until the desired consistency is achieved, which can be dry, medium or soupy according to personal taste. Like meatloaf or chili, no two recipes are alike.

Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers: Circus Mexicus 2009

Mark your calendars, make your plans, get your passport or passport card in order and get ready for Puerto Peñasco's favorite band! Tickets are now on sale for Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers' Circus Mexicus, scheduled for June 6, 2009.

As RCPM puts it: "It's time again to start thinking about orange sunsets sinking into the bay, taco stands and Mexican Moonshine. Start making your travel plans now for the biggest RCPM concert event of the year... Circus Mexicus 2009."

Sponsored this year by Chango's Rocky Point Bar & Grill, the show will be in a lot near the Sonoran Sea and Sonoran Spa resorts, and the entrance to Las Palmas, between the ocean and Sandy Beach Road and near Chango's. You can purchase your tickets for $28 through RCPM's website at www.peacetimegoods.com OR you can wait until the day of the show and pay $30. Don't wait... ;-)

For those of you not in the know, well then you just don't KNOW what you've been missing. Read on to find out, then visit the band's website to hear some of their music.

This year RCPM welcomes Dead Rock West, from Los Angeles, to the opening slot (7pm) on Saturday night. This intense and mysteriouis five-member Americana band blends roots rock melodies with a punk rock attitude. You can find out more about them at http://www.deadrockwest.com/

NOTE: Band member PH Naffah will be at JJ's Cantina on Friday, June 5 for his annual Hot Dog and a Smile charity event to raise money for the children of Esparanza para los Niños. Let PH grill up a hot dog for you, and then sit back and relax with other fans while enjoying live music courtesy of Colorado's Best Country band The Railbenders, featuring RCPM's Jim Dalton. For more info on JD's outlaw country outfit, go to www.railbenders.com Then, with the music still ringing in your ears from Saturday's concert, return to JJ's on Sunday for Bloody Marys during the 2009 Mañanathon.

RCPM is a rock band from Tempe, Arizona, USA. The band is typically referred to by the fans as "The Peacemakers" or by the abbreviation "RCPM", and you can join the Peace Core. The Peacemakers' music is known to cross genres, with earlier songs showing a more Country influence, and more recent songs sounding more like a modern pop song with a Reggae/South of the Border influence.

Twice a year, a concert is held in Rocky Point/Puerto Peñasco for what is called "Circus Mexicus". Circus Mexicus features a 2 set concert that is likely to last as long as 4 hours. The following morning an unofficial "hangover bash" (the Mañanathon) is held at JJ's Cantina in nearby Cholla Bay where band members have been known to mingle with the fans and sign autographs.

Current members of the band are:

• Roger Clyne – lead vocals, rhythm guitar, harmonica (1998–present)
• Jim Dalton – lead guitar, backing vocals (2009-present)
• Nick Scropos – bass, backing vocals (1998, 2004–present)
• Paul "P.H." Naffah – drums, percussion (1998–present)

June 6, 2009. Make your reservations and be prepared for a rocking good time!

Be there or be square...

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Omega Commercial Finance Signs Letter of Intent to Fund Initial $25 million for Los Corales Beachfront Resort Project

The following press release was issued today by Omega Commercial Finance:

MIAMI, April 6, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Omega Commercial Finance Corporation (OTCBB:OCFN) is pleased to announce that the Company through BBB Developments Mexico S de R de CV has signed a letter of intent with KSI Capital to fund a minimum of 25 million dollars for the development of their Los Corales project located in Puerto Penasco, Mexico.

KSI Capital considers themselves a leader in the private lender industry. Over the last 22 years they have developed a niche in servicing sophisticated industry leaders who require a higher level of service, knowledge, creativity and flexibility than what can be found with conventional capital providers. Additionally, KSI has recently funded several development projects in Central America and Mexico.

Omega, in conjunction with BBB Developments Mexico, have initiated plans to create "Los Corales," a 298 unit high-rise hotel/condo beach resort located on prime beachfront property. The resort will boast full-scale amenities including luxurious landscaping, pools, jacuzzis, spas, a beach club, restaurants, a private beach and private pier leading into the ocean. The resort will be comprised of both condos and a hotel meeting the demands of individuals looking to retire, have a second home, or come for a short term stay. Los Corales is located in Puerto Penasco, a majestic beach resort community located on the Pacific side of Mexico and found in the same geographical region as Cabo San Lucas. The resort has already sold 30% of its units with all purchasers going to contract and fully executing their obligations.

For more information on Los Corales please go to:

http://www.smallcapvoice.com/ocfn/los-corales

Chris Crane, BBB Developments Mexico, stated, "We are pleased to have the addition of KSI to our funding team. KSI representatives have visited the project in Mexico and are very pleased with its operation. KSI is an industry leader in the resort-financing sector and with their knowledge, we anticipate a smooth and fast closure."

Jon S. Cummings IV, CEO stated, "We look forward to KSI Capital's ability to bring a fast completion to this funding in order to begin the next phase of development for this project. Los Corales promises to be an exciting venture that we can all be proud of attaching our name to."

Safe Harbor

This release contains statements that constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements appear in a number of places in this release and include all statements that are not statements of historical fact regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of Omega Commercial Finance Corp., its directors or its officers with respect to, among other things: (i) financing plans; (ii) trends affecting its financial condition or results of operations; (iii) growth strategy and operating strategy. The words "may," "would," "will," "expect," "estimate," "can," "believe," "potential" and similar expressions and variations thereof are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond Omega Commercial Finance Corp.'s ability to control, and that actual results may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors. More information about the potential factors that could affect the business and financial results is and will be included in Omega Commercial Finance Corp.'s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

CONTACT: Omega Commercial Finance Corporation
Investor Relations Dept.
Joseph Vazquez
305-677-0306
jvazquez@ocfncorp.com
info@ocfncorp.com
www.omegacommercialfinancecorp.com

As always, your comments are welcome...

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Mexico Opening Super Maximum Security Prisons for Cartel Members

The Associated Press is reporting that special prisons will be constructed to hold high ranking Cartel members who've been arrested. One just opened in the state of Veracruz and another is under construction in the state of Sinaloa.

In Mexico City, the federal Public Safety Department announced the opening of a "super-maximum" security prison to hold Mexico's most dangerous criminals in Veracruz state.

Another prison will be built in Sinaloa state featuring a special section for kidnappers. Sinaloa is home to Mexico's violent Sinaloa cartel.

Officials gave no further details on the prisons.

Hopefully more details will be forthcoming, as I think this is pretty interesting news. You can read the rest of the article in The Washington Times.

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Aéreo Calafia Now Flying the Hermosilla to Puerto Peñasco Route

On April 2 Gutierrez Luis Carlos Soto, Coordinator of the Committee for the Promotion of Tourism, inaugurated Aéreo Calafia's new route between Hermosillo and Puerto Peñasco. This new flight fills the hole left when Aeroliteral ceased its short-lived flights along the same route last year, citing a lack of profitability.

Flights are scheduled to depart Puerto Peñasco Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:00 p.m. On those days, flights will depart Hermosillo en route to Peñasco at 11:45 a.m. The new route has been added to those already existing in Guaymas and Ciudad Obregon, as well as various cities in Baja California Sur.

The planes to be used on the route are Cessna Grand Caravans, which are more suited to this route than the larger, more expensive planes used by Aeroliteral. The Grand Caravan, similar to the one pictured above, typically holds 12 passengers plus 2 crew members. The plane was first developed for use by FedEx in 1984 and was called the Cargomaster; this was followed by the stretched and upgraded Super Cargomaster. The passenger model, the Grand Caravan, was derived from the Super Cargomaster.

Aéreo Calafia is a Mexican regional airline founded in 1993, based in the Cabo San Lucas International Airfield. It has Cessna 206 and Caravan 208 equipment. It has regular flights to the Baja California Peninsula and the Mexican Pacific coast, in addition to charter flights and tours.

Luis Carlos Soto, who was accompanied at the ribbon cutting by Minister of the Economy, Francisco Díaz Brown, among other luminaries, said he is confident that with this new flight the influx of tourists to Puerto Peñasco will continue to increase, as it is a real entertainment option for tourists both domestic and international.

As they say, from his mouth to God's ear...

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Mexican Salsas: Some Like it Hot

Here are an even half dozen recipes for some of DH's favorite salsas, including a couple you might not have heard of before. Try 'em, you'll like 'em! (You'll find a few more salsas under the recipe for Huevos Motulenos, which you can find here.)

Be sure to thoroughly wash your hands after handling hot peppers (some people use rubber gloves), because you do NOT want to accidentally touch your eyes with pepper juice/oils on them. It only takes once to learn that lesson. You can trust me on that.

Also note that a lot of the fieriest heat in peppers is located in the inner "ribs"/membranes and the seeds. Remove those, and you will remove at least some of the heat from the final dish.

First on the menu: Salsa Ranchera. This flavorful salsa, also called Salsa Casera, can be made without roasting the tomatoes and chiles first, but it will taste richer if you do go through that step. It can be used for dipping, but it is most commonly used with huevos rancheros and meats such as beef and pork. An all-purpose salsa, anything you might use ketchup on is a good candidate for salsa ranchera. ;)