Lirio Blanco is the name of our spacious apartment. We have two bedrooms, livingroom, dining room, and fully equiped kitchen. There is a large bathroom with walk-in shower. In the back, we have a comfortably furnished patio with roof and a tiled open yard and garden beyond. A hummingbird visits each day taking nectar from the colorful hibiscus. High walls close in the back yard on three sides. All we can see beyond the wall are large trees teeming with birdsong.
After breakfast, we explored neighborhoods to the south of us. Occasionally, a door would be open and we could take a look through a house to the beautiful courtyard beyond. You never know what may be behind what looks like an ugly wall. We meandered to Calle Juarez and spent considerable time admiring the woven goods in a shop "Mona". Again, we helped the local economy.
Stopped at a tortilleria and bought fresh tortillas for lunch. These went well with a bowl of my homemade chicken soup. As the days of vacation are becoming fewer, we wanted to enjoy the luxury of sitting outdoors reading books. So, we spent the afternoon on our patio.
Days and nights are flying by. Did not want to miss having dinner at "El Nahual" on Juarez. The ambiance in this restaurant is most impressive. Feels luxurious. Prices are a little higher than many of the other restaurants, but it is worth paying extra for the atmosphere. Both Ann and I had a Margarita followed by pork medallions in a plum sauce, pureed plantain, and fresh veggies. Each of us had a glass of sparkling mineral water. We shared a large piece of flan for desert. With tip, this came to about $23 per person.
Three full days left. Tomorrow, we will go on Tequila Tour with our guide Jose Orozco.
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