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EDITOR/PUBLISHER/SALESHannah Griek

DISEÑO GRAFICOBárbara Salvi

COLABORADORES Mara Davila, Liz Hauser, Manuel Crespo,Alexander Rosado, Jorge Castro

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UPFRONT

06 Hostal Tropical26 Quiropráctica para los niños

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08 Profile: Mares Restaurant, Aguada09 Guias de Restaurantes y Barras16 La Isla Pucker’s Up

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20 Calma Carmona de Puerto Rico para el mundo22 Arte de Rafael Motta Corrientes Cautivantes y Percepción de Brisas

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see AD page 20 www.latorreguesthouse.comPlaya Jobos, Isabela787.473.1573

300 LOUNGE, Aguadilla

NEW MENU!! Serving Tantalizing Appetizers, Gourmet Burgers, Wraps and more. Craft beer, Wine Premium Cocktails in a lounge setting. Daily specials and Happy Hour!

Mon - Thurs: 3 pm - 8 pm Fri: 3 pm - 9 pm Sat: 9 am - 9 pm Sun: Open Lounge

Located across from the Aguadilla Airport (ubicados frente al Terminal del Aeropuerto) Base Ramey

Tel. 787-890-5252

CIGAR CHALET, AguadillaThe best cigars, craft whiskey, beer and rum. Come try our exclusive brand cigars -Papinos Cigarros 100% Puerto Rican, as well as, other internationally reknowned cigars. We also have a variety of flavored and natural cigarettes. 100% Tabacco cigarettes.

Tel. 939-579-0914 Road 110, next to Icons Espresso Bar, near Ramey Base

[email protected] find us on Facebook

BOCA LOCA, AguadillaModern and innovative, Boca Loca. The only alternative that presents the best of Latin Americancuisine in one place. Enjoy a unique dining experience with traditional dishes from Columbia, Perú, Dominican Republic, Argentina, Brasil, Panamá, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. Now serving Brunch Saturday and Sunday 9:00 am to 11:00 am

Tel. 787-882-7474 www.bocalocapr.com 57 Stahl Street, Aguadilla Pueblo, in front of the Rompeolas

Mon. thru Thurs: 11:30 am - 10:00 pm Friday: 11:30 am - 11:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am - 11:00 pm Sunday: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

DANTES CAFE, IsabelaTu nuevo lugar en Isabela para degustar de un buen café. Ven y disfruta de: Espresso,Latte, Cappuccino, Macchiato, “frozen coffee” y “iced coffee”, variedad de refrescos,batidas y smoothies, postres, wraps y pannini’s.

Tel. 939-286-6251Carr. #2 Km 110.1 (marginal frente a Sears)

lunes: 9 am a 5 pmmartes a sábados: 9 am a 9 pm domingo: 3 pm a 9 pm

DESECHEO, Aguadilla A casual-elegant restaurant with innovative creations served at its bar. Its creative creole cuisine serves flavors from the sea and the mountains. Ingredients of excellent quality, home-made recipes, affordable prices and welcoming environment, makes Desecheo an attractive restaurant with the most exquisite alternatives in the area. Tel. 787-891-0600 Open daily from 11:00 am Road 107 Km. 2.9 Aguadilla

EL CAREY CAFÉ, IsabelaVery Chilled...Relaxed...Family...& Surf Atmosphere

WE SERVE BREAKFAST ALL DAY! incl.: banana & oreo pancakes, crepes, french toast & breakfast burritos.Our lunch menu incl.: Tropical Bowls of rice and beans, seafood and vegetarian dishes, salads, wraps,homemade burgers, pulpo (octopus) salad and more. Venezuelan inspired arepas, Dominican mangu onSat & Sun. Weekly Variety of Homemade Fresh and Natural Fruit Juices & Frappes, Mixed Fruit Bowls &Acai Bowls with Homemade Granola. (acai subject to availabiity). FREE WiFi.

Thurs, Fri, Mon: 8 am - 2:30 pm. Sat & Sun: 8 am - 4 pm. Closed: Tues & Wed. (subj. to chg,) Check fb for changes and specials. Carr. 4466 Barrio Bajuras, Jobos Beach, Isabela 787-421-4656


LA ANA DE COFRESI, Villa Cofresi, Rincón

ICONS ESPRESSO Bar, AguadillaRock N’ Roll infused espressos. Italian quality espressos and coffee drinks. Authentic panini,bagels, english muffins. More than 15 coffee drinks served as a chilly cold smoothie or hot, and a delightful variety of cakes and desserts. Plus, awesome music! - missing nowadays at most places.

Carr. 110 Km 8.5 al lado de Jimmy’s Pizza y Cigar Chalet Email: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/iconscoffee

Specializing in the true and best ANGUS beef in the area, fresh local fish, jumbo shrimp andPuertorrican delicacies. Outdoor/Indoor seating. Banquet Hall available for special events.

LA FRONTERA, Aguada

FRIJOLES Y CHILANGAS, AguadillaSince 2008 serving tasty Mexican and International dishes. Creating wonderful memories for thousands of customers.So... come on over, sit back and enjoy your meal with your favorite Margarita!

Open daily from 11am

State Rd. 110, Km 8.6 Aguadilla Good Food~Good Prices~Happy MoodInquiries, reservations or take out: 787-692-3204

Mexican Food & Cantina Bar. Recetas autenticas de Mexico: tacos, burritos, chimichanga, fajitas,quesadillas, nachos, taco salad, pozole y más. Deliciosas Margaritas, hechas de las mejores Tequilas -100% Agave: Patron, Jose Cuervo, 1800, Camarenay Casa Noble.

Cerrado lunes.Cantina abierta: dom. a juev. 11 am - 12 am Cocina abierta: martes a juev. y dom. 11 am - 10 pm vier. y sab. 11 am - 2 am viernes y sábado 11 am - 11 pmTel. (787) 252-9999 Carr. 115 Calle Colon #1, entrada Urb. San Francisco www.lacantina.com

EL SIÓN, Aguadilla

Typical Peruvian Cuisine. Ceviche, Papa a la Huancaina, Purple Corn juice and other natural fruit juices. Shaded outdoor seating in a tropical ambiance. Lunch Speicals starting from $4.

Open Monday-Friday 10:30-3:00pmBelt Rd. (Just after the Ramey Shopping Center, Across from CORA University)

FRANCACHELA, AguadillaFrancachela arises when friends gather to have fun. And we have the elements for it to be fulfilled; Spanish tapas and great wine, Mexican dishes, stuffed hambergers, and craft beers. As well as, creative sushi rolls and artisanal pizzas.

Tel. 787.882.7475Facebook.com/francachelaAguadilla61 Stahl Street, in front of Rompeolas, Aguadilla Pueblo

Monday: 11:30 am-10 pmTuesday: CLOSEDWed & Thurs: 5 pm-10 pmFri & Sat: 5 pm-LateSunday: 12 pm-9 pm


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OLA LOLA’S, Isabela/Aguadilla

OCEAN FRONT, Jobos Beach, Isabela Creative Caribbean - Exotic Cuisine. Seafood and Steaks with unique and fresh ingredients.

Sit at the edge of the ocean, surrounded by the seductive tropical breezes and the sound of

crashing waves. Guaranteed to exceed your expectations!

Live music Fridays and Saturdays on our Ocean Deck.

Tel. 787-972-3339 Carr. 4466 Bo. Bajuras Sector Playa Jobos, Isabela

MI CASITA TROPICAL,Jobos Beach, Isabela

Serving seafood, steaks, hamburgers and pastas.

Daily happy hour and nightly entertainment.

MARES, AguadaCome enjoy an exquisite variety of surf and turf in a chill atmosphere. Catch a breath taking

sunset at the edge of the shore. Full bar with knowledgable bartneders and staff.

Under new administration.

Tel. 939.27-MARES

Fabulous food and drinks in a laid-back beach atmosphere. Amazing burgers, weekly specials,

Signature Dips, specialty drinks and craft beers - afternoons and evenings. And now,

the breakfast club @ Ola Lola’s features brunch and lunch specials; mornings through midday.

ONE TEN THAI, Aguadilla

PALMAS CAF´E, Aguadilla

www.ola-lolas.com Playa Shacks, Isabela near Villa Montaña and Villa Tropical

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Pre season closing dates: Sept 2-Sept 24

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Serving International cuisine using the freshest of ingredients. Full Pasta menu, great

Tues to Thurs:

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Daily specials! Innovative americanized fare: quesadillas, nachos, tacos, wings, shrimp, steaks, chicken and fish. We offer over 25 different homemade hamburgers for all appetites, 8 oz or a lb. of meat (Alf Burger or Dr

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Heart Attack). Great cocktails, 15 different margaritas, mojitos, Tom Collins and all kinds of shots.Closed Mondays. Tuesday - Thursday (Bar) 12pm-12am (Kitchen) 12pm-10:30pmFriday & Saturday (Bar) 12pm-2am (Kitchen) 12pm-12amSunday (Bar) 1:30pm-12am (Kitchen) 1:30pm-10:30pm

Ave. Nativo Alers Aguada, PR (next to Auto Zone) Tel 787.589.7155

RED TREE Bar and Grill, Aguada

THE COFFEE SPOT, Aguadilla

Mon - Thurs: 7:30 am - 9 pm Friday: 7:30 am - 10 pm Sat & Sun: 10 am - 10 pm

THE POOL BAR, Rincón

Gourmet Sushi, Dim Sum, Tekamaki Grill, Hot Saki, Cold Sapporos

Open everyday but Tuesday from 5:30-10 pm

Tel. 787-823-8135 & 787-823-2583See our menu at www.poolsbeach.com

Take Out + Catering + Cooking Classes + Diet PlansLet Us Do the Cooking! Prepared Fresh Healty FoodTuesday - Friday 3:00 pm - 7:30 pm Saturday reserved for special catering events and course dining

Tel. 787-560-9906 Carr 110 Km 9.2 I Bo Maleza Alta [Next to Hotel La Cima] Facebook.SauSeigeFineFoods

ROSALINDA’S, Aguadilla Comida mexicana, Happy Hours, Margaritas, Cerveza y Mucha Diversión.¡Abierto para el almuerzo!

Tel. 787-890-1055Carr 110 Km 9.4 Salida del Gate 5, Base Ramey

miercoles: 5 pm - 10 pm jueves: 10 am - 2 pm 5 pm - 10 pm viernes: 11 am - 2 pm 5 pm - 10:30 pm sábado: 5 pm - 10:30 pm domingo: 1 pm - 9 pm

Tel. 787-996-7340

Open all week by reservation onlyJoin us for Suanday Brunch, Italian Wednesday, and Tapas Night the last Thurseday of the month.Reserve today: 787.609.5888 / 588.609.5888 / [email protected]

Bo. Guayabo Road 113 Isabela, PR 00662www.royalisabela.com

Best coffee in town. Now with weekend brunch 10 am to 3 pm.Taste our famous flavored pancakes, made with our homemade recipe.

THE RESTAURANT AT LA CASA, Isabela

SAU SEIGE, Aguadilla

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see AD page 23

OLA LOLA’S, Isabela/Aguadilla

OCEAN FRONT, Jobos Beach, Isabela Creative Caribbean - Exotic Cuisine. Seafood and Steaks with unique and fresh ingredients.

Sit at the edge of the ocean, surrounded by the seductive tropical breezes and the sound of

crashing waves. Guaranteed to exceed your expectations!

Live music Fridays and Saturdays on our Ocean Deck.


MI CASITA TROPICAL,Jobos Beach, Isabela

Serving seafood, steaks, hamburgers and pastas.

Daily happy hour and nightly entertainment.

MARES, AguadaCome enjoy an exquisite variety of surf and turf in a chill atmosphere. Catch a breath taking

sunset at the edge of the shore. Full bar with knowledgable bartneders and staff.

Under new administration.

Tel. 939.27-MARES

Fabulous food and drinks in a laid-back beach atmosphere. Amazing burgers, weekly specials,

Signature Dips, specialty drinks and craft beers - afternoons and evenings. And now,

the breakfast club @ Ola Lola’s features brunch and lunch specials; mornings through midday.

ONE TEN THAI, Aguadilla

PALMAS CAF´E, Aguadilla

www.ola-lolas.com Playa Shacks, Isabela near Villa Montaña and Villa Tropical

a masPCafe

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Pre season closing dates: Sept 2-Sept 24

www.onetenthai.com

OPEN:

CLOSED:/onetenthai

Serving International cuisine using the freshest of ingredients. Full Pasta menu, great

Tues to Thurs:

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4 ACES BAR, Aguada

Great Food, Craft beers, Wine and Premium Cocktails in a lounge setting. Daily andChill Hour Specials. Don’t miss VIP Fridays and Kareoke Saturdays with the best DJs. Lounge hours: Sunday - Thursday 3:00 pm - Midnight Friday 3:00 pm - 2:00 am Saturday 9:00 am - 2:00 am

Located across from the Aguadilla Airport (ubicados frente al Terminal del Aeropuerto) Tel. 787- 890-5252 Base Ramey, Aguadilla

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jamming to some tunes.Wednesday & Thurseday 3pm-12am*Friday & Saturday 12pm-2am*Sunday 12pm-12am Located near the “bañario” Aguada’s public beach access in Pico de PiedraRd 441 Inter. 115

OCEAN FRONT BEACH BAR BISTRO, Isabela

Ocean Deck. “Beach Bar Bistro”. Best Happy Hour on the Beach. Live Music Fridays and Saturdays.

Top shelf specialty drinks, cold beer, and �ne wine. Come join us and we will blow your mind!


OLAJAS, Aguada

Serving International Homestyle cooking in a tropical outdoor setting.O�ering daily speicals fo Fresh Fish (like Wahoo and Mahi-Mahi).Don’t miss our signature NY Stip Steaks, Pig Roast Sundays, Raw Bar Wednesdays.

3-7pm and Located to and

564 Calle Black Eagle, Rincón 787.823.0578 www.rinconshipwreck.com

SHIPWRECK Bar & Grill, Rincón

Martes/Tues.: Happy hour Corona Extra 12 oz. $1.50, Shots de Tequila Jose Cuervo $1.00, Don Q Cristal & Don Q Limon 14 oz. $3.00. Live DJ.viernes: Medealla Light 12 oz. $1.50 Bacardi & Bacardi Flavors 14 oz. $3.00sábado: “Cocktail Night” Bacardi Mojitos, Margaritas, Straberry Margaritas, Apple Martinis, Cosmopolitan, Long Island, all $4.00. Happy Hour Medalla Light 12 oz. $2.00domingo: Heineken & Heineken Premium Light 12 oz. #2.00

THE BEER BOX, AguadillaA selection of over 200 di�erent craft beers in stock from all over the world. Beer styles include AmericanPale Ales, IPS’s, Amber Ales, Wheat Ales, Belgian ales and Lambics, German Hefeweizens, Pilsners, andother lagers and ales from other countries, such as: Austria, Netherlands, United Kingdom, and of course,Puerto Rico. Breweries such as, Old Harbor, Boqueron Brewing, Sierra Nevada, Harpoon, Chimay, Rogue,St. Bernardus, Abita, Paulaner, Ommegang, Founders, Bell’s, Goose Island, Anchor, Victory & dozens more. Mon - Wed: 12 pm - 7 pm, Thur: 12 pm - 10 pm, Fri-Sat: 12 pm - 12 am, Sun: 12 pm - 5 pmTel. 787-384 [email protected] Road 110, Km 9.8, Gate 5 Plaza Aguadilla (next to Econo Supermarket)

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4 ACES BAR, Aguada

Great Food, Craft beers, Wine and Premium Cocktails in a lounge setting. Daily andChill Hour Specials. Don’t miss VIP Fridays and Kareoke Saturdays with the best DJs. Lounge hours: Sunday - Thursday 3:00 pm - Midnight Friday 3:00 pm - 2:00 am Saturday 9:00 am - 2:00 am

Located across from the Aguadilla Airport (ubicados frente al Terminal del Aeropuerto) Tel. 787- 890-5252 Base Ramey, Aguadilla

and girll set atop r coast aguada a cold or waves against r and

jamming to some tunes.Wednesday & Thurseday 3pm-12am*Friday & Saturday 12pm-2am*Sunday 12pm-12am Located near the “bañario” Aguada’s public beach access in Pico de PiedraRd 441 Inter. 115

OCEAN FRONT BEACH BAR BISTRO, Isabela

Ocean Deck. “Beach Bar Bistro”. Best Happy Hour on the Beach. Live Music Fridays and Saturdays.

Top shelf specialty drinks, cold beer, and �ne wine. Come join us and we will blow your mind!


OLAJAS, Aguada

Serving International Homestyle cooking in a tropical outdoor setting.O�ering daily speicals fo Fresh Fish (like Wahoo and Mahi-Mahi).Don’t miss our signature NY Stip Steaks, Pig Roast Sundays, Raw Bar Wednesdays.

3-7pm and Located to and

564 Calle Black Eagle, Rincón 787.823.0578 www.rinconshipwreck.com

SHIPWRECK Bar & Grill, Rincón

Martes/Tues.: Happy hour Corona Extra 12 oz. $1.50, Shots de Tequila Jose Cuervo $1.00, Don Q Cristal & Don Q Limon 14 oz. $3.00. Live DJ.viernes: Medealla Light 12 oz. $1.50 Bacardi & Bacardi Flavors 14 oz. $3.00sábado: “Cocktail Night” Bacardi Mojitos, Margaritas, Straberry Margaritas, Apple Martinis, Cosmopolitan, Long Island, all $4.00. Happy Hour Medalla Light 12 oz. $2.00domingo: Heineken & Heineken Premium Light 12 oz. #2.00

THE BEER BOX, AguadillaA selection of over 200 di�erent craft beers in stock from all over the world. Beer styles include AmericanPale Ales, IPS’s, Amber Ales, Wheat Ales, Belgian ales and Lambics, German Hefeweizens, Pilsners, andother lagers and ales from other countries, such as: Austria, Netherlands, United Kingdom, and of course,Puerto Rico. Breweries such as, Old Harbor, Boqueron Brewing, Sierra Nevada, Harpoon, Chimay, Rogue,St. Bernardus, Abita, Paulaner, Ommegang, Founders, Bell’s, Goose Island, Anchor, Victory & dozens more. Mon - Wed: 12 pm - 7 pm, Thur: 12 pm - 10 pm, Fri-Sat: 12 pm - 12 am, Sun: 12 pm - 5 pmTel. 787-384 [email protected] Road 110, Km 9.8, Gate 5 Plaza Aguadilla (next to Econo Supermarket)


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Eye Catcher Currents and Breeze Perception - The Art of Rafael Motta by Alexander Rosado


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Eye Catcher Currents and Breeze Perception - The Art of Rafael Motta by Alexander Rosado


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THE PET VET“We care for your Pet”

787- 872 - [email protected]

WWW.THEPETVET.COMRoad 4466 playa Jobos,

ISABELA, PR

The best place to watch world class surfing, whales and beautiful sunsets on the west coast.Caribbean style grill and tropical bar. “Sunset” Happy Hour daily from 5-7. Live music and dancing. Shop at Caribbean Casuals for imported clothing, swimwear, and accessories. Hotwavz Surf shop has local surf art and t-shirts, surfboards and boogie board.

Carr. 4413 Road to the lighthouse, Maria’s Beach,

Rincon, [email protected]

Aguadilla Self Storage is the first state-of-the art self storage facility in

Western Puerto Rico.

We offer our clients peace of mind with our technologically advanced

security system that includes: • Close-circuit infrared cameras• Computerized access controlled gate• Individual door alarms• 24 hours monitoring

Choose from a variety of different sized units:

Starting at $10 per month!

Starting as low as .50¢ per box!

5 MINUTES FROM THE AGUADILLA AIRPORT

Road 110, Km 7.5, Aguadilla787-890-1510/787-242-0788www.aguadillastorage.com

SURFBOARD STORAGE

DOCUMENT STORAGE

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OpenMon, Wed, Thur, 9 - 5Fri 9 - 4, Sat 12 - 3

closed Sunday & Tuesdays

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All you need to have fun in the sun! We are the fullest water sport equipment rental business in Rincón and bring you more ways to have fun!

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Surfboards/Boogies/Paddle B o a r d s & A c c e s s o r i e s

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L E S S O N S , S u r f i n gSwimming, Snorkeling, Water S k i i n g , S a i l i n gS k a t e b o a r d i n g f o r b e g i n n e r o r e x p e r t

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Desecheo Island TripsW a t e r S k i i n g

S n o r k e l i n g Tr i p sDiving Trips/Discovery DivingK a y a k & S n o r k e l i n g

To u r s C r u i s i n gSunset & Fu l l Moon Cru isesFishing Charters/Spear FishingW h a l e W a t c h i n g

GIFT Shop & Acc.Hand Made Crafts & Made Sea Glass, Jewelry, Beach Apparel & Surf Accessories, Sun Glasses.Private Lifeguard Services,

Live Bait, Sardines, Squid & Balahu

Rincón Capital Water SportsLocated on Rincón Public Beach,

Balneario at the Sunset Village Complex.


Surf all Day, Eat Gourmet

Serving a Spa-inspired lunch menu of locally grown salads, paninis and freshly caught fish

Serving lunch daily 12-4 CLOSED Tuesdays

787-823-2583

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The Grill at Pool Bar

787-823-2583

Serving sushi daily 5-10pm closed Tuesdays

www.poolbarsushi.com poolbarsushi Pool Bar Sushi

Located in Puntas at the bottom of the hi l l across from

P o o l s Beach

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