Velia Amparo Rivas

Spring Break in Rosarito Beach, Baja, México!

Dear friends,

It's been a while since I've written.  After Epiphany I took a break but am now back and ready!  Found this article in a blog and thought it wonderful to share with you!

Velia Amparo

Your Spring Break in Rosarito Beach México begins with a breathtakingly beautiful scenic drive alongside the sparkling waters of the Pacific - what more could you desire to put you in the mood for a great vacation? Rosarito Beach is fast becoming the most popular Spring Break destination there is, and not without good reason.

From as far back as the 1920s, there's been a distinctly glamorous and enchanting feel to Rosarito Beach, México.

In those days, it was the ultimate celebrity hideaway, the exotic and relaxing beach paradise frequented by the likes of Rita Hayworth and her husband, Prince Aly Khan. And if it's good enough for the stars, there's got to be something special about Spring Break in Rosarito Beach!

Nowadays, it's a well-known filming location: "Titanic", for example, was shot here in 1996. The Fox Studios (just south of downtown), you'll even be able to see a movie museum, but they are closed for renovations and preparations for a new movie to be filmed.  

Given its history as a Hollywood star hangout, it's no surprise that Rosarito Beach quickly became a popular vacation destination. Not only is it conveniently located only 20 miles south of the US border, but it has one of the most agreeable climates in the world, generally described as "perfect": clear blue skies and temperatures in the 70s/80s practically all year round. Perfect for lazing on those sandy beaches, perfect for splashing around in those crystal clear waters, perfect for your Rosarito Beach Spring Break, wouldn't you say?  

And there's no shortage of things to do in Rosarito Beach. Watersports fans will love the fabulous surfing opportunities available here - some of the most famous and popular surf spots around. It's also fun to check out the local shops and markets. Colorful, noisy, crowded and busy, they're a great way to experience the local way of life, browse through traditional Mexican crafts, and pick up a bottle of your favorite perfume - duty-free, of course!  

At night, there is just as much to do, and the influx of students who choose Rosarito as their Spring Break destination guarantees that the nightlife will be buzzing with vacationing youths all looking to have fun and meet new people. The open-air cantinas on the beaches are particularly popular, with all kinds of activities from mechanical bulls to volleyball, and music from a DJ.  

And one final word - don't neglect to visit Puerto Nuevo, the world-famous "Lobster Village" just south of Rosarito, where the lobster is so indescribably good that tourists come from all over the world to sample it in one of over forty restaurants all serving the same thing! Good food, good weather, good people, good fun- all good reasons to choose Rosarito Beach for your Spring Break!

By "Hot Celebrity Star Daily Blog."

Saludos,

Please don't forget to check my webpage: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ and write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com to go see the properties you like the best to make your home here in our beautiful Baja.  I promise you we'll find your dream home together!

Velia Amparo

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Entregan Juguetes a Niños Rosaritenses, Rosarito, Baja California, México

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THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS in Rosarito, Baja California, México – Day 12!

HAPPY EPIPHANY (3 KING’S DAY)!

♫ On the twelfth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: Twelve Drummers Drumming,

Eleven Pipers Piping,

Ten Lords a-Leaping,

Nine Ladies Dancing,

Eight Maids a-Milking

Seven Swans a-Swimming,

Six Geese a Laying,

FIVE GOLDEN RINGS

Four Calling Birds,

Three French Hens,

Two Turtle Doves

                                                           And A Partridge in a Pear Tree!  ♫

The 12 Days of Christmas are not, like most people believe, the 12 days preceding Christmas, but the 12 days between Christmas Day and Epiphany. I posted a couple of links on 12/25/10 in the Cookie blog that explain this better than I could. 

We have reached the end of this series and this last day I want to dedicate to my dear Sorority Sister Cat, who is celebrating her Birthday today, with a delicious recipe for Chocolate Cake!  And WHAT a Chocolate Cake!  YUM!  Happy  Birthday, Cat!  Enjoy!

The reason that I've been blogging the recipe-a-day is because I want to attract people to my real estate website to see the wonderful opportunities I have for sale and for rent.  Tomorrow we go back to the regular format of news of interest.

Please go see my featured property of the day:  http://tinyurl.com/2fwd3s2   . 

This property is for rent and it’s one of the prettiest at Calafia.  It’s very nicely decorated with some original art work. Exceptional furniture.  Included are the internet service, the use of a laptop (!) and a US telephone line, all for the price of the rental!

Only long-term rentals will be considered.

Write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to make an appointment to see it!

When you go to my website: www.bajaoceanside.com , please remember to look through the pages that attract you the most.  There are changes daily!

This series of 12 recipes is about healthy food that is tasty and is satisfying.  Most of them will be main dishes but some will be soups, or even a chocolate dessert!

This is the twelfth one.  And, as before, just click on the picture and it'll take you to the website.  You'll have to go to it to find out what this delicious-looking dish is! 

Please visit my website often: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ and write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to set up an appointment to go together to find the home of your dreams in our beautiful Baja!

Velia Amparo

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THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS in Rosarito, Baja California, México – Day 11

♫ On the eleventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me: Eleven Pipers Piping,

Ten Lords a-Leaping,

Nine Ladies Dancing,

Eight Maids a-Milking

Seven Swans a-Swimming,

Six Geese a Laying,

FIVE GOLDEN RINGS

Four Calling Birds,

Three French Hens,

Two Turtle Doves

                                                        And A Partridge in a Pear Tree!  ♫

The 12 Days of Christmas are not, like most people believe, the 12 days preceding Christmas, but the 12 days between Christmas Day and Epiphany. I posted a couple of links on 12/25/10 in the Cookie blog that explain this better than I could.  We are nearing the end!  Tomorrow will be "Wise King's Day!"

The reason that I'm blogging the recipe-a-day is because I want to attract people to my real estate website to see the wonderful opportunities I have for sale and for rent. 

Please go see my featured property of the day:  http://bit.ly/9PeFH9  . 

This property is for rent and it’s an absolute gem!  The owner gutted it, put in new carpet, new tile, new kitchen, new furniture, new paint, etc. The rooms are BIG.  Add that to the absolutely gorgeous views from the huge balconies and the big garages, and you’re got a wonderful rental.  Not only that, but these apartments are right above Puerto Nuevo and you can be enjoying a wonderful Puerto Nuevo style Lobster in about 7 minutes.

Ideal location, ideal price.

But there are only 4 available.  Two on the top floor and two on the bottom floor (which is above the garages).  The ones on the top rent for $900 a month and the ones on the lower floor rent for $600 a month.  Only long-term rentals will be considered.

Write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to make an appointment to see it!

When you go to my website: www.bajaoceanside.com , please remember to look through the pages that attract you the most.  There are changes daily!

This series of 12 recipes is about healthy food that is tasty and is satisfying.  Most of them will be main dishes but some will be soups, or even a chocolate dessert!

This is the eleventh one.  And, as before, just click on the picture and it'll take you to the website.  You'll have to go to it to find out what this delicious-looking dish is! 

Please visit my website often: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ and write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to set up an appointment to go together to find the home of your dreams in our beautiful Baja!

Velia Amparo finally back home in my beloved Rosarito!

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THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS in Rosarito, Baja California, México – Day 10

♫ On the tenth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: Ten Lords a-Leaping,

Nine Ladies Dancing,

Eight Maids a-Milking

Seven Swans a-Swimming,

Six Geese a Laying,

FIVE GOLDEN RINGS

Four Calling Birds,

Three French Hens,

Two Turtle Doves

                                                     And A Partridge in a Pear Tree!  ♫

The 12 Days of Christmas are not, like most people believe, the 12 days preceding Christmas, but the 12 days between Christmas Day and Epiphany. I posted a couple of links on 12/25/10 in the Cookie blog that explain this better than I could. 

The reason that I'm blogging the recipe-a-day is because I want to attract people to my real estate website to see the wonderful opportunities I have for sale and for rent. 

Please go see my featured property of the day:  http://bit.ly/dvjB84 . 

This property is for rent and it’s got a gorgeous view!  Ample rooms, secure community 24/7, nice Master Bedroom and Master Bathroom en-suite, swimming pool in the complex, etc.  This is a great opportunity to be ocean-side for a great price! This nice condo comes unfurnished. It is only about 5 minutes from downtown Rosarito yet it's very private.

Write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to make an appointment to see it!

When you go to my website: www.bajaoceanside.com , please remember to look through the pages that attract you the most.  There are changes daily!

This series of 12 recipes is about healthy food that is tasty and is satisfying.  Most of them will be main dishes but some will be soups, or even a chocolate dessert!

This is the tenth one.  And, as before, just click on the picture and it'll take you to the website.  You'll have to go to it to find out what this delicious-looking dish is! 

Please visit my website often: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ and write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to set up an appointment to go together to find the home of your dreams in our beautiful Baja!

Velia Amparo visiting in Seattle, WA

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THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS in Rosarito, Baja California, México - Day 9

The reason that I'm blogging the recipe-a-day is because I want to attract people to my real estate website to see the wonderful opportunities I have for sale and for rent. 

Please go see my featured property of the day:  http://bit.ly/aDgwtT . 

This property is for rent and it's one of the most beautiful ones in beautiful Calafia!   Please follow the link to read all about it!

Write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to make an appointment to see it!

When you go to my website: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ , please remember to look through the pages that attract you the most.  There are changes daily!

This series of 12 recipes is about healthy food that is tasty and is satisfying.  Most of them will be main dishes but some will be soups, or even a chocolate dessert!

This is the ninth one.  And, as before, just click on the picture and it'll take you to the website.  You'll have to go to it to find out what this delicious-looking dish is! 

Please visit my website often: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ and write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to set up an appointment to go together to find the home of your dreams in our beautiful Baja!

Velia Amparo (um) visiting in Seattle, WA 

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THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS in Rosarito, Baja California, México – Day 8

♫ On the eighth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: Eight Maids a-Milking

Seven Swans a-Swimming,

Six Geese a Laying,

FIVE GOLDEN RINGS

Four Calling Birds,

Three French Hens,

Two Turtle Doves

                                                                 And A Partridge in a Pear Tree!  ♫

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THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS in Rosarito, Baja California, México - Day 7

 ♫ On the seventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me: Seven Swans a-swimming,

Six Geese a-laying,

FIVE GOLDEN RINGS

Four Calling Birds,

Three French Hens,

Two Turtle Doves

The reason that I'm blogging the recipe-a-day is because I want to attract people to my real estate website to see the wonderful opportunities I have for sale.  Please go see my featured property of the day:  http://bit.ly/9Zc2oW .  If you're wanting a brand-new, gorgeous home, THIS IS IT!  Look no more!  This home has everything.  The view will never be lost for the American developer is being very careful to protect all the properties' views.  Extra ample garage. Made of the highest quality materials and just take a look at that fireplace in the kitchen/living/dining room areas!  And it is being offered at a fantastic price!  Write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to make an appointment to see it!

When you go to my website: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ , please remember to look through the pages that attract you the most.  There are changes daily!

This series of 12 recipes is about healthy food that is tasty and is satisfying.  Most of them will be main dishes but some will be soups, or even a chocolate dessert!

This is the seventh one.  And, as before, just click on the picture and it'll take you to the website.  You'll have to go to it to find out what this delicious-looking dish is! 

Please visit my website often: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ and write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to set up an appointment to go together to find the home of your dreams in our beautiful Baja!

Velia Amparo visiting in Seattle, WA

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THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS in Rosarito, Baja California, México - Day 6

 ♫ On the sixth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: Six Geese a-laying,

FIVE GOLDEN RINGS

Four Calling Birds,

Three French Hens,

Two Turtle Doves

                                                          And  A Partridge in a Pear Tree!  ♫

The 12 Days of Christmas are not, like most people believe, the 12 days preceding Christmas, but the 12 days between Christmas Day and Epiphany. I posted a couple of links on 12/25/10 in the Cookie blog that explain this better than I could. 

Since this is going to be a night of celebration, here are some low-calorie drinks that are delicious for you to celebrate with, as well as some good advice if you go to a party: I read somewhere yesterday that if you're faced with lots of food that is not going to help you achieve your goal, to keep one hand occupied at all times with a drink!  But a low-calorie drink, that is, one of the ones I'm listing below the picture.

The reason that I'm blogging the recipe-a-day is because I want to attract people to my real estate website to see the wonderful opportunities I have for sale.  Please go see my featured property of the day:  http://bit.ly/anlhrg .  This is a sweet home that has a gorgeous panoramic view of the ocean from the top of a hill. It's ready to add the 2^nd story if you wish.  You can park your car inside the gates, even.  Write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to make an appointment to see it!

When you go to my website: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ , please remember to look through the pages that attract you the most.  There are changes daily!

This series of 12 recipes is about healthy food that is tasty and is satisfying.  Most of them will be main dishes but some will be soups, or even a chocolate dessert!

This is the sixth one.  And, as before, just click on the picture and it'll take you to the website.  You'll have to go to it to find out what this delicious-looking dish is! 

Please visit my website often: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ and write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to set up an appointment to go together to find the home of your dreams in our beautiful Baja!

Velia Amparo visiting in Seattle, WA

Low-Calorie Drinks:

The Champagne Star: Greet your guests with this festive Champagne cocktail and it won't matter what you serve for dinner. Prep the drink recipe just before a party and then top with Champagne and garnish with star anise as guests arrive. C‘est Magnifique! http://bit.ly/eiSRb5

Then there are:

The Winter Snap: If you love gingersnap cookies, try this organic vodka cocktail. The smell of ginger, cloves and cinnamon will put anyone in the holiday spirit. A fairly low amount of sugar keeps calories as low as we can go with this winter bourbon drink. http://bit.ly/hRJSL9 

The Christmas Cooler: If you're looking for a truly beautiful mixed drink, serve this gin cocktail at your next soiree. The pomegranate juice and whole blackberries taste amazing and are loaded with antioxidants and vitamin C. To avoid ruining the gorgeous range of colors, don't stir this cocktail too much. This low calorie drink isn't just packed with antioxidants and vitamin C, it's also good looking! http://bit.ly/eRQC1B 

The Fire's Aglow: This is the perfect winter cocktail for sipping by the fire. It's not too sweet, which helps keep calories in check (it has 194). Plus, it just looks sexy. A fairly low amount of sugar keeps calories as low as we can go with this winter bourbon drink.  The low amount of sugar in this bourbon drink keeps calories in check. Serve with one large ice cube to dress it up. http://bit.ly/hrmoMg 

The Jackrabbit Margarita: It is possible to make a low calorie margarita. This drink recipe's red grapefruit and carrot juices make it seasonally appropriate and provide a whopping 12 g of potassium for just 162 calories. You'd be surprised how good carrot juice is-it's not like you're drinking a carrot at all. You won't believe how low in calories this margarita recipe is. Plus, it's loaded with Vitamins A and C and potassium! http://bit.ly/ejP0zG

Montel Williams' Cherry Margarita: Blend up this fresh cherry margarita recipe in Montel Williams' HealthMaster for your next party. http://bit.ly/dGiOpz 

The Ultimate Eggnog: This egg nog recipe uses vanilla chai tea soy milk and honey water to keep sugar and calories in check. The 160-calorie total even includes a little dark chocolate on top. The best part of this egg nog recipe? The leftover chocolate for eating, of course! A healthy egg nog recipe? That's right! This cocktail is packed with protein-and flavor-not calories. http://bit.ly/ecpCMg 

Hot Apple Pie: Enjoy a slice of apple pie and a cocktail for 181 calories with this healthy drink recipe. The rum is infused with vanilla, clove and allspice-all the flavors that make apple pie so delicious! This apple pie cocktail is best served hot, of course!  It's a great drink recipe to make in large quantities. This hot apple pie drink is great for making in large quantities. Keep it on the stove, hot and ready for the rum. http://bit.ly/fDy27f 

Hot Toddy with a Twist: Packed with spices like nutmeg, cinnamon and cloves, this hot toddy recipe is the ultimate cold weather drink. Serve it at a small holiday soiree or enjoy one after a long day on the slopes. The ultimate cold weather drink recipe, this hot toddy is perfect for making in large batches. http://bit.ly/fnrTB3

                                                                                                 ENJOY AND BE SAFE!

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THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS in Rosarito, Baja California, México - Day 5

Four calling birds,

Three French Hens,

Two turtle doves

The 12 Days of Christmas are not, like most people believe, the 12 days preceding Christmas, but the 12 days between Christmas Day and Epiphany. I posted a couple of links on 12/25/10 in the Cookie blog that explain this better than I could. 

The reason that I'm blogging the recipe-a-day is because I want to attract people to my real estate website to see the wonderful opportunities I have for sale.  So please go see my featured property of the day:  http://bit.ly/9TyZY1  .  This oceanfront condo in Calafia Paradise Resorts is an excellent choice if you're looking for 3 bedrooms.  It's way up high on the 10^th floor and the views are gorgeous from there.  Write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to make an appointment to see it!

When you go to my website: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ , please remember to look through the pages that attract you the most.  There are changes daily!

This series of 12 recipes is about healthy food that is tasty and is satisfying.  Most of them will be main dishes but some will be soups, or even a chocolate dessert!

This is the fifth one.  And, as before, just click on the picture and it'll take you to the website.  You'll have to go to it to find out what this delicious-looking dish is! 

Please visit my website often: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ and write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to set up an appointment to go together to find the home of your dreams in our beautiful Baja!

Velia Amparo visiting in Seattle, WA

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THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS in Rosarito, Baja California, México – Day 4

 ♫ On the fourth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: Four calling birds,

Three French Hens,

Two turtle doves

                                                         And  A Partridge in a Pear Tree!  ♫

The 12 Days of Christmas are not, like most people believe, the 12 days preceding Christmas, but the 12 days between Christmas Day and Epiphany. I posted a couple of links on 12/25/10 in the Cookie blog that explain this better than I could. 

Please go see my featured property of the day:  http://bit.ly/a3hK0X .  This home in San Antonio del Mar is really, really nice.  It’s got a patio that is very pleasant to the eye and you can relax in front of the chimenea while you see the ocean, or sit around the bar with your friends.  Write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to make an appointment to see it!

When you go to my website: www.bajaoceanside.com , please remember to look through the pages that attract you the most.  There are changes daily!

This series of 12 recipes is about healthy food that is tasty and is satisfying.  Most of them will be main dishes but some will be soups, or even a chocolate dessert!

This is the fourth one.  And, as before, just click on the picture and it'll take you to the website.  You'll have to go to it to find out what this delicious-looking dish is! 

Please visit my website often: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ and write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to set up an appointment to go together to find the home of your dreams in our beautiful Baja!

Velia Amparo visiting in Seattle, WA

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THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS in Rosarito, Baja California, México - Day 3

                                                          And  A Partridge in a Pear Tree!  ♫

The 12 Days of Christmas are not, like most people believe, the 12 days preceding Christmas, but the 12 days between Christmas Day and Epiphany. I posted a couple of links on 12/25/10 in the Cookie blog  that explain this better than I could. 

Please go see my featured property of the day:  http://bit.ly/dAlTVZ .  “Playa Santa Mónica” is a very secluded section of town and this home is a land-lease property that is oceanfront and with a salt-water pool.  Write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to make an appointment to see it!

When you go to my website: www.bajaoceanside.com , please remember to look through the pages that attract you the most.  There are changes daily!

This series of 12 recipes is going to be about healthy food that is tasty and is satisfying.  Most of them will be main dishes but some will be soups, or even a chocolate dessert!

This is the third one.  And, as before, just click on the picture and it'll take you to the website.  You'll have to go to it to find out how this delicious-looking dish is put together! 

Please visit my website often: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ and write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to set up an appointment to go together to find the home of your dreams in our beautiful Baja!

Velia Amparo visiting in Seattle, WA

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THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS of Rosarito, Baja California, México - Day 2

♪ On the second day of Christmas my true love gave to me: Two turtle doves

                                              And  A Partridge in a Pear Tree!  ♫

The 12 Days of Christmas are not, like most people believe, the 12 days preceding Christmas, but the 12 days between Christmas Day and Epiphany. I posted a couple of links on 12/25/10 in the cookie recipe blog that explain this better than I could.

Please go see my featured property of the day: http://bit.ly/ctnOzY . "Las Ventanas" is a very beautiful development in Rosarito.  It is a gated and guarded 24/7 community.  This particular home has never been lived in.  Write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to make an appointment to go see this wonderful home!

When you go to my website: www.bajaoceanside.com , please remember to look through the pages that attract you the most.  There are changes daily!

Well, now that we've indulged in all kinds of cookies for 25 days, gained all kinds of weight (but did it "yummily") and that we need to get back to reality, this series of 12 recipes is going to be about healthy food that is tasty and is satisfying.  Most of them will be main dishes but some will be soups, or even a chocolate dessert!

This is the second one.  And, as before, just click on the picture and it'll take you to the website.  You'll have to go to it to find out what this delicious-looking dish is! 

Please visit my website often: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ and write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to set up an appointment to go together to find the home of your dreams in our beautiful Baja!

Velia Amparo visiting in Seattle, WA

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THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS of Rosarito, Baja California, México – Day 1

Hello everybody,

I trust that everyone had a wonderfully Merry and Holy Christmas!

Happy Day-after-Christmas = the 1^st Day of Christmas!

          ♪ On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me:   A Partridge in a Pear Tree!  ♫

Please go see my featured property of the day: http://bit.ly/baSRHh . Calafia Paradise Resorts is a very nice development to the South of downtown Rosarito.  It is on a point so it's got a gorgeous view.  Do follow the link to read all about this great urban-contemporary property that is excellent for entertaining in style and call me at US 619.632.4909 for an appointment to go see it! 

Well, now that we've indulged in all kinds of cookies for 25 days, gained all kinds of weight (but did it "yummily") and that we need to get back to reality, this series of 12 recipes is going to be about healthy food that is tasty and satisfying.  Most of them will be main dishes but some will be soups, or even a chocolate dessert! 

So this is the first one.  And, as before, just click on the picture and it'll take you to the website.  You'll have to go to it to find nd out what this delicious-looking dish is! 

I chose this first recipe simply because I'm cold .  I'm spending the Holidays in Seattle, WA with my youngest Son and his family, but I'm no longer used to the cold...brrrr.

I'm also including an attachment to this post because it is something that made a lot of sense to me and I hope you enjoy it too.  It's called: "The Top 7 Things You Didn't Know about Food and Mood."  You can also find it at: http://bit.ly/ev7OGC .

Please visit my website often: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ and write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com or call me at: US 619.632.4909 to set up an appointment to go together to find the home of your dreams in our beautiful Baja!

Velia Amparo visiting in Seattle, WA

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Day 25 of 25 Days of Christmas Cookie Recipes for Baja California, México! MERRY, HOLY CHRISTMAS!

Hi everyone,

Day 25 - MERRY CHRISTMAS! And here's the twenty-fifth one.....just click on the picture and it'll take you to the website.  You'll have to go to it to find out what these cookies are!

I will start another series tomorrow, the "TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS for Baja California, México" in keeping with the Calendar.  So let's start singing the song and enjoy the 12 days of Christmas until Epiphany (also known as "Three Kings Day") on January 6. If you'd like to read about the "Twelve Days of Christmas" tradition, please follow this link: http://www.brownielocks.com/twelvedaysofchristmas.html .  And whether you believe the story or Snopes which contradicts it, let's just enjoy the wonderful song!

Also, "Three Kings Day" or "Epiphany," as you may decide to call it, is when the children of México receive their gifts.  If you'd like to read why, please follow this link: http://bit.ly/4GwuNg .

Keep coming back and getting these delicious recipes so you may bake or eat them while you search my website and contact me to go together to find your dream home in Baja!

ENJOY and don't forget to share your goodies with me for I'll be so busy blogging, that I won't have time to bake!!!!

TIP: Not actually "cakes" at all, these sweet, crunchy snacks are tossed in a generous dusting of powdered sugar. Traditional versions are made with almonds; this recipe substitutes pistachios and dried tart cherries for deeper flavor.

Please visit my website: http://www.bajaoceanside.com/ and write me at: velia.in.baja@gmail.com to set up an appointment to find the home of your dreams in our beautiful Baja!

Velia Amparo

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