Giving Back to the Community with the Rotary Club of Playa del Carmen

Published on October 27, 2011 in Uncategorized. 2 Comments

Rotary InternationalRotary Club of Playa del Carmen

The Taste of Playa is a community-oriented event in the true sense of the term.  Each year the Taste of Playa has supported the local community through the donation of a portion of the event proceeds to benefit a local, non-profit food or clean drinking water program.  With the goal of supporting community programs and having a positive effect on the residents of Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya, the Diamonds International Taste of Playa 2011 Executive Committee has elected to donate a portion of this year’s proceeds to be administered by the Rotary Club of Playa del Carmen for a local food or fresh drinking water program. 

The Rotary Club of Playa del Carmen is part of the Rotary International organization, with over 33,000 clubs and 1.22 million members worldwide.  The Rotarians, who’s best known motto is “Service above Self”, provide humanitarian services by working internationally and locally to combat hunger, improve health and sanitation, provide education and job training and promote peace in the world. The Rotary Club of Playa del Carmen has been working within the community to build goodwill and peace since its creation in 1992.  One of the goals reached by the local Club is its Playa del Carmen Community Center which works with medical and dental offices, literacy programs for adults and children and a drug prevention center.

The Taste of Playa 2010, through its donation to the Rotary Club of Playa del Carmen, provided 4000 breakfasts to children participating in a summer school program organized by DIF (Desarrollo Integral de La Familia).  The Taste of Playa 2009 donation was awarded to Ak Lu’um International School to provide the school with clean, safe drinking water for students, teachers and volunteers.  This year, Diamonds International Taste of Playa 2011 is happy to continue its community support by again providing a donation of a portion of the event proceeds to the Rotary Club of Playa del Carmen to administer the donation to a local food or drinking water program.

 

2010 breakfast donation

Through the donation to the Rotary Club of Playa del Carmen, Taste of Playa 2010 provided 4000 breakfasts to school children

 
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Diamonds International Taste of Playa 2011 will again donate a portion of the event procedes to the Rotary Club of Playa del Carmen

Diamonds International® Named as Title Sponsor of Taste of Playa 2011

Published on October 18, 2011 in Uncategorized. 0 Comments

Diamonds International Taste Of Playa 2011

Playa del Carmen, Mexico- October 18 – Taste of Playa’s Executive Committee is very pleased to announce that Diamonds International® has been named as the title sponsor for the third annual Taste of Playa, the Riviera Maya’s premier culinary festival. Diamonds International® Taste of Playa will be held on November 20, 2011 in Parque Fundadores on the shores of the Mexican Caribbean.

Diamonds International®, with more than 125 locations in the Caribbean, Mexico and United States, is the largest duty free jeweler in the world. Renowned for their top-caliber customer service, extensive selection of quality merchandise and value pricing, Diamonds International® has pioneered the art of duty free shopping in the Caribbean and online. Diamonds International® offers a wonderful selection of classic, fashionable and modern fine jewelry from some of the most sought after designers in the world, all crafted by master jewelers who understand the true meaning of quality. With customers from around the world, Diamonds International® provides the finest jewelry brands to satisfy their wide range of trends, tastes and prices. Diamonds International® understands that jewelry is an expression of the person wearing it.

“We are absolutely thrilled that Diamonds International® will head our list of event sponsors this year.” remarked event Chairperson Monica Hartlief. “Diamonds International® is truly an icon in the world of fine jewelry. Their name evokes a sense of high quality and service and we feel that their support as title sponsor will contribute in making Taste of Playa the international destination event that we have always envisioned. We are very proud and honored to present Diamonds International® Taste of Playa 2011.”

Diamonds International® Taste of Playa will offer residents and visitors alike a unique opportunity to sample a wide variety of cuisines from 40 different restaurant and bar participants from all along the Riviera Maya. In its third year, 7000 people are anticipated to attend this day-long event.  

Diamonds International® Taste of Playa is a community-oriented culinary event celebrating the creativity and diverse cultural influences of chefs throughout the Riviera Maya. Playa del Carmen’s third annual Diamonds International® Taste of Playa has been announced for November 20, 2011 and will once again be held in Parque Fundadores. The event is open to the public with tickets and all-inclusive VIP passes available for sale on the official event website http://www.tasteofplaya.com.

Tequila Barrel – Bar, Grill and Sports Betting

Published on October 6, 2011 in Participants and Sponsors. 0 Comments Tags: , , , .

Republished courtsey of Latido del Mexico

On my first vacation to Playa Del Carmen in 2000, our first stop was the Tequila Barrel.  A happening place then, and NOW.   One of the pioneer bars in our seaside town, the Tequila Barrel has become a true icon of Playa Del Carmen.   Like me, thousands of visitors from around the world have sat in the bucket chairs, enjoyed a cool drink, a nice meal and the outstanding view of the famous 5th Avenue.

 Bar, Grill and Sports Betting

For me, there’s nothing quite like spending a couple of hours sitting at the Tequila Barrel with a cold beer or three and watching the endless parade of people strolling down 5th Avenue.  With a full menu of great, mostly Tex Mex, food like chicken wings, hamburgers, sandwiches and fajitas, deciding what to order becomes a difficult task – but do try the hot buffalo wings.  In the evenings, the party starts – ladies that dance on the bar get a free shot of tequila!

 

 If drinking, eating and people watching weren’t enough, Tequila Barrel sets themselves apart from the many other bars by offering Live Sports Betting, with 20 TVs showing 14 different sports.  You can wager on many different sports including horse and dog races, football, boxing, hockey, and many more. Guests enjoy an open bar when betting on the horse or dog races.  For the golfers, they offer a ‘19th Hole’ open bar promotion for after a tough day on the links.

The Tequila Barrel is located on 5th Avenue between Calle 10 and 12.  Happy hour from 11 am to 5 pm, and specials like Ladies Night, Birthday Tuesdays and Pole Dancing contests.  You can find Tequila Barrel on the website, Facebook AND if you just can’t be there in person, you can watch the action on the webcam.

Spanish Joyfully – 2011 Taste of Playa Sponsor

Published on September 28, 2011 in Sponsors. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Spanish Joyfully, established by Katya Jones and Felipe Aguilar, offers a unique experience for acquiring Spanish!  Our passionate desire to share this beautiful language, & having great fun while we are at it, along with our 35 plus years of combined teaching experience, provide a perfect landscape for learning Spanish in Playa del Carmen and beyond!

Originally from Colorado, Katya has taught Spanish since receiving her BA in 1991 at Colorado State University at Pueblo.  Living and teaching at all levels in the USA, Costa Rica and in Mexico for more than 20 years has allowed her to develop unique methods of teaching, specializing in mature learners.  Felipe, born in Campeche, México has a degree in Mexican Literature and has been teaching for over 15 years,  from private, individual lessons to university instruction.  

Our combined teaching experience, methodologies and creativity allow us to offer a wide range of options for the student to personalize their learning experience.  In our small, intimate classrooms (centrally located) we offer: private lessons; lessons for groups of 2-5; conversation classes; special events (cooking!) and game nights.  Additionally we offer: classes of special interest requiring specific vocabulary; classes “to go”, either in home or at some of the most beautiful places in Playa del Carmen, and long distance lessons via Skype.  If at the end of the day you wish to play some more, we offer weekly Salsa lessons as well! 

All of this at deliciously reasonably prices!  

For more information please contact us at:

email: spanishjoyfully@gmail.com

and visit their Facebook Page!

USA phone: 719-387-7305
Playa phone: 984-804-8670

Deli Playa – patrocinador de Taste of Playa 2011

Published on August 24, 2011 in Sponsors. 0 Comments

DELIPLAYA es una empresa mexicana fundada en el año 2006 en Playa del Carmen, siendo ésta su base y punto de interés

Es un negocio integral enfocado a la distribución, transformación y comercialización de una extensa variedad de productos del mar frescos congelados; brinda una infraestructura comprometida a abastecer y satisfacer todas las necesidades del consumidor exigente de Playa.

Contamos con las instalaciones y la infraestructura para dar servicio y atención al mercado institucional, hotelería, restaurantes, bares, tiendas de conveniencia y al consumidor de casa que gusta de los productos de calidad, en porción individual para llevar a su casa y disfrutar de una buena comida con un delicioso y fresco producto del mar.

Nuestras instalaciones e higiene son fundamentales para ofrecer productos de alta calidad. Los productos DELIPLAYA cumplen con todos los requisitos de salubridad e higiene, siendo procesados y  elaborados bajo estrictas Normas de Calidad.

Actualmente es un negocio que apoya a la comunidad, ofreciendo empleos fijos a personas comprometidas con el servicio y la calidad.

Nuestro compromiso es al 100 por ciento con nuestros clientes-amigos de Playa del Carmen y de la Riviera Maya y es gracias a su preferencia que hemos integrado productos y marcas para cumplir con la calidad, el abasto, y  el servicio:  todo a los mejores precios.

Taste of Playa esta feliz que Deli Playa otra vez escogio apoyar el evento en 2011, este año no solo como patrocinador pero tambien como participante. Muchas gracias y nos vemos en Taste of Playa el dia 20 de noviembre en Parque Fundadores, Playa del Carmen.

FurnitureMex

Published on July 14, 2011 in Sponsors and Uncategorized. 1 Comment Tags: , , , , , .

Un-told millions of dollars worth of real estate are sold every year in Playa del Carmen and all up and down the Cancun-Tulum corridor. (I say “un-told” as actual selling prices are a well-guarded secret in the Riviera Maya real estate community) During this huge surge in development that the region has been experiencing throughout the past decade, the majority of the sales have been of new, modern, unfurnished condominiums and villas. Once the sales transactions are completed and the keys delivered, the new owners are left with the task of furnishing and equipping their new vacation home or investment property. In response to this need, dozens of furniture stores have sprung up in town and all along 307 with enormous, bright showrooms and a dizzying array of floor models on display. For the new home owner in Playa del Carmen, there are a myriad of options to choose from….assuming you have the time.

If you have unlimited time and a healthy budget, shopping for each piece and negotiating the price can be accomplished with relative ease. Arranging for transport and accepting delivery is quite another matter. As many people who invest in Playa del Carmen real estate maintain a career and a permanent residence abroad, many Buyers simply do not have the time to properly furnish and equip their new investment properties in Mexico. Savvy Buyers will want to close on a condo or villa and start generating income from vacation rentals as soon as possible to offset their own expenses and start to realize a return on their investment. This is where FurnitureMex steps into the process.

With no showroom or overhead to consider, FurnitureMex is able to provide high quality furniture at a very competitive price. FurnitureMex provides furniture packages for clients who have purchased a new home in Mexico and want to avoid the pitfalls associated with purchasing and arranging for delivery of furniture while thousands of miles away.
Their mission is to provide each client with high quality furnishings at a reasonable price and to eliminate the stress and uncertainty that naturally comes with making a significant purchase from afar.


Each piece in the furniture packages is constructed of 100% hardwood and has been selected for its timeless style and durability ensuring years of enjoyment for owners and their guests. Three fabric colors are available allowing for customization. FurnitureMex provides not only the very highest quality furniture but also the level of service that American, Canadian and European clients have come to expect in their home country.
FurnitureMex has developed excellent relationships with the best furniture manufacturers, each of which has been carefully selected for not only the beauty and durability of their products but also for their professionalism and reliability. All of the furnishings are purchased from within Mexico affording customers manufacturer direct pricing.
A variety of furnishing packages are available at various price points suitable for a variety of budgets. FurnitureMex will arrange for the shipping, take delivery of and completely set up your new home furnishings package including installation of blinds and window treatments.

By eliminating the stress of negotiating a fair price, arranging shipping and taking delivery, new home owners will only need to complete the FUN part of furnishing a new home: choosing the decorative accents and personal touches that will make a home distinctive and unique! FurnitureMex will work in coordination with local property management companies to ensure that every new investment property is completely outfitted and ready to welcome vacation renters. For more information or a personalized furnishings quote, email info@furnituremex.com.

FurnitureMex is proud to be a sponsor for Taste of Playa 2011. Representatives will be available at the event on November 20th to answer any questions you may have about their services.

Ingell Inversiones – another Taste of Playa 2011 sponsor!

Published on June 30, 2011 in News and Sponsors. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .

Taste of Playa is very happy with the support we’re are receiving from the community. Ingell Inversiones is a local company that has decided to sponsor this year’s event. With your help we can make the 2011 event another overwhelming success. If you want to know more about the Taste of Playa 2011 sponsorship options please visit our website.

Ingell Inversiones SA de CV specializes in supporting and consulting foreign investors that are looking to set up their business and accounting practices in Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya. Ingell Inversiones also offers monthly accounting and tax filing services (monthly and annual declarations).

The owner of Ingell Inversiones, Inge Neumann, is a Dutch certified accountant with more than 30 years of experience in bookkeeping and accounting. Ingell Inversiones has been operating in Quintana Roo, Mexico since 2006. During her 25 years of experience in Holland while working for companies with American owners or associates, Inge also got familiar with American accounting standards. Inge is fluent in Dutch and English and very proficient in Spanish. She has studied and continues to study the laws in Mexico concerning labor, taxes and social security.

Inge’s 30 years of experience in the accounting business combined with her continued studies of the laws in Mexico allow her to be able to explain the Mexican tax and social security system to foreign (American, Canadian and European) investors, who are often lost in the complicated legal and accountancy systems of Mexico.

Ingell Inversiones works in close co-operation with a large and reputable Mexican accounting firm which has over 25 years of experience in Mexico, and provides her and her clients with, when needed, specialized support.

Ingell Inversiones SA de CV can be reached Monday – Friday by phone or email ingellinversiones@gmail.com. You can also visit the office.

Bric Vacation Rentals sponsors Taste of Playa 2011

Published on June 1, 2011 in News and Sponsors. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , .

Taste of Playa is proud to announce that one of Playa del Carmen’s largest and most respected vacation rental companies has decided to sponsor Taste of Playa 2011. We couldn’t be happier with the support we’re receiving from Bric Vacation Rentals and we hope we’ll have a long and fruitful relationship for many more years to come. Thank you Bric Vacation Rentals!

BRIC VACATION RENTALS

In 1908, the Astor Family completed building “The Apthorp”, a historical and well known residential apartment building in the Upper West Side of New York City. Marcus Ramon Peppard managed that building until his retirement many years later, and started a tradition of Property Management in the family. Today the tradition continues with his great grandchildren, Kristin and Marcus Roehmer, and BRIC VACATION RENTALS.

BRIC VACATION RENTALS operates a full service property management and vacation rental company in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.  BRIC manages over 100 privately owned properties as well as the 14 room hotel, The Bric Hotel. Bric is committed to providing excellent guest service and maximize owner returns. An exceptional inventory of high-end properties ranging from one bedroom studios to large ocean view vacation villas, Bric Vacation Rentals offers a wide array of property choices. A full service bi-lingual staff helps ensure guest satisfaction, and many happy repeat clients.

Playa del Carmen, once a small fishing village has grown into a lovely destination for travelers from all over the world. Bric Vacation Rentals is proud to be a part of that growth for the last 6 years and looks forward to future growth and expansion. With a continued commitment to satisfied guests, unparalleled service, quality properties, and a fantastic team of owners and employees, Bric Vacation Rentals helps celebrate Taste of Playa.

Taste of Playa 2011 event will be held on November 20th in Parque Fundadores from 3 – 9 PM, rain or shine.

 

Taste of Playa announces 2011 event date

Published on April 7, 2011 in News and Press releases. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , .

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Date Announced for Annual Riviera Maya Culinary Event
Taste of Playa 2011 scheduled for November 20 in Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Playa del Carmen, Mexico- April 2 2011 – Playa del Carmen’s third annual Taste of Playa has been announced for November 20, 2011. Taste of Playa, the Riviera Maya’s premier culinary festival, will once again be held in Parque Fundadores on the shores of the Mexican Caribbean. This day-long event will offer residents and visitors alike a unique opportunity to sample a wide variety of cuisines created by many of the region’s local chefs.  Distinctive restaurants from all along the Riviera Maya will gather to showcase new menu items and highlight old favorites. Continue reading ‘Taste of Playa announces 2011 event date’