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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 03:06 PM
Heres that Panaderia in Tecate


http://www.elmejorpandetecate.com/es/history.php



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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 03:10 PM


A few observations. And perhaps a question or two. As for El Rey Sol in Ensenada, we've had some really fine meals there. However, there has been a time or two when we were disappointed. It may have something to do with who's in charge in the kitchen. Also in Ensenada, I continue to have a soft spot for Las Cazuelas on Sanguines. Just a comfy family oriented place.

Curious about the El Nido thing. As Ken pointed out, there were three- Rosarito, San Felipe and Loreto. However, the Loreto location changed names about three years ago and is known as Domingo's Place. As far as I could tell, nothing changed but the name. Does anyone know if it is the same owners?

Finally, in the Cabo area. one of our favorite restaurants in all of Baja closed about two years ago. It was La Republica. That said, the development of Los Cabos has resulted in alot of turnover in restaurants. The more hotels built, the more on site restaurants. Even more and more all-inclusives. And the taxi union did the restauranteurs no favors either with what they charged to get to town. Through the years, with all the turnover, there's one guy who seemed to have the secret code- Gunther Richter. He opened Peac-cks about 20 years ago. It was originally called Pavo Real. His next place was Mi Casa, which has grown into something huge. He and his wife operate 5-6 restaurants in Los Cabos today. Not a bad meal to be had at any of them. In fact, To this day, I still really enjoy the original, Peac-cks. And maybe BajaJudy can answer this- long time favorite in San Jose, Damiana, was closed for the summer of 2009. first time I can recall that happening. Did they ever reopen/

And I have to say that anyone who visits La Paz will be doing themselves a disservice if they don't have dinner at Jesse's. Excellent food, presentation, ambience and service.
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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 03:33 PM


Well, Rey Sol is a very old restaurant, and old restaurants seem to sometimes have consistency problems.

El Nido is owned by Lupe Perez, the brother of Domingo. He still owns the original in Rosarito as well as Pelicanos. I don't know about San Felo. Loreto seems like it was owned by both brothers, or at least Lupe let Domingo use his name but something happened and obviously Lupe didn't allow his brother to use El Nidos name anymore. From what i can see in the menu, Lupe also is not selling any Venison or Lamb to Domingo, so they probably had fight.

Damiana is closed due to the downturn. But they will be back.

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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 03:37 PM


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Curious about the El Nido thing. As Ken pointed out, there were three- Rosarito, San Felipe and Loreto. However, the Loreto location changed names about three years ago and is known as Domingo's Place. As far as I could tell, nothing changed but the name. Does anyone know if it is the same owners?



Domingo had the Loreto Nido franchise for years and bought it out 2 years ago. Same people. Same great food & atmosphere.

BTW: On a nice evening, ask for patio seating. It's magical.

Now I'm looking forward to it in Dec. [drool] :bounce:




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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 03:41 PM


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Well, Rey Sol is a very old restaurant


Here is some El Rey Sol lore:

http://www.elreysol.com/site/history.htm
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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 03:45 PM


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http://www.elmejorpandetecate.com/es/history.php


The best whole wheat bread and bolillos! Really is "El Mejor."
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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 03:47 PM


Thanks for the link, Dennis. BTW, I am actually on Jean-Loup Bitterlin's e-mail list. For what it's worth.
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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 03:54 PM


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Thanks for the link, Dennis. BTW, I am actually on Jean-Loup Bitterlin's e-mail list. For what it's worth.


I'm sure it means a lot to him. :lol::lol: Just kiddin'.
I remember when he owned "The Ensenada News And Views." A local English language monthly. Fun to read since a lot of it was put together by a few of the local rounders and you knew everybody they wrote about.
Jeeeezo...that was twenty plus years ago.
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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 04:09 PM
Restaurant Medio Camino


Chef Jonny grew up in his parent's hotel/restaurant playing in the kitchen, using vegetables as his toys.

He has cooked for every President of Mexico, except Fox.

With his experience and family input, he is accomplished in the many various regional cuisines of Mexico (Guadalajara, Oaxaca, Puebla, D.F. and Veracruz).

He teaches master classes to chefs and says he has 16,000 recipes in his personal collection.

Sunday evening, we dined at Medio Camino - Fresh San Felipe shrimp scampi with mirepoix over linguine. Chips and salsa, toasted garlic bread, Caesar salad and cheescake for dessert.

How much? About $10.00 per person.




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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 04:18 PM


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He has cooked for every President of Mexico, except Fox.



Good Lord...How old is this guy?
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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 04:26 PM
Sorry Dennis, My Bad


The last four I think.

Jonny is mid-50's by my very unreliable estimate.

[Edited on 11-3-2009 by Gypsy Jan]




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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 04:31 PM


Where can I get a dynamite plate of Mancha Manteles?:?:
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Where can I get a dynamite plate of Mancha Manteles?:?:


Here...Make your own.

http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Mancha-Manteles...
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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 04:59 PM


A wonderful dish from the South. I've only had it at two restaraunts in Baja, Mi Casa and Felix, which is run by Spencer Moore, who had Food Network exposure, but little else. Dennis, you are the Wiki of Nomad.
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Dennis, you are the Wiki of Nomad.


I use Google for everything, even my dictionary. I had a dictionary site but, when I typed in a word, it had to be spelled right or it gave you nothing. Type in a misspelled word with Google and it will give you the correct spelling as well as everything else.
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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 05:26 PM


Anybody had fajitas at the old Bol Corona or a steak dinner at the old Cafe la Especial?



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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 05:41 PM


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Anybody had fajitas at the old Bol Corona or a steak dinner at the old Cafe la Especial?


I have had many steak dinners at Cafe la Especial. Probably my first taste of Carne Asada as a teenager was enjoyed there. As well as their taco's at the top of the stairs, at the time in the late 60's they were 25 cents each made with 2 tortillas a whole green onion and a slice of marinated carrot.

ftd told me they closed earlier this year.:(:(:(:(

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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 08:45 PM


Let's see...the first place on the right in the riverbed at San Quintin has a great agua chile, Chinas' tacos in BOLA, Tres V's (yes I do La Paz), that place between the highway and the road in Rosarita for carnitas.
Gypsy where the heck is Medio Camino??




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[*] posted on 11-3-2009 at 08:52 PM
Hi airmech


Restaurant Medio Camino is halfway between Tijuana and Ensenada on the free road, in Baja norte.



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Anybody had fajitas at the old Bol Corona or a steak dinner at the old Cafe la Especial?


I have had many steak dinners at Cafe la Especial. Probably my first taste of Carne Asada as a teenager was enjoyed there. As well as their taco's at the top of the stairs, at the time in the late 60's they were 25 cents each made with 2 tortillas a whole green onion and a slice of marinated carrot.

ftd told me they closed earlier this year.:(:(:(:(

Ken


I also had my first Carne Asada dinner there. Remember there was actually a waiting list because it was so busy? Big Carne Asada and French Fries.

There is another newer Cafe La Especial from the same family near Zona Rio. They have the same classic dishes, ask FDT.




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