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    Dine in a Dungeon - Las Bovedas, Casco Viejo

    Monday, September 29th, 2008

    On my last trip to Panama I decided to head to Las Bovedas, a restaurant that I had been hearing about for quite some time, as it is considered to be one of the landmark restaurants in Casco Viejo. Las Bovedas fits right into the ambiance of Casco Viejo, Panama City’s traditional sector of pastel [...]

    Construction Solutions with Constructive Solution in Panama City

    Tuesday, September 23rd, 2008

    Renovating your condo? Building your dream home in Boquete? Whatever your construction needs are, look to Constructive Solutions for help. This company speaks Spanish, German and English, and knows how to translate more than just language. They recognize the fact that the reasons we gringos flock to Panama are the same things that will drive [...]

    Sizzling Steak Served up in Casco Viejo

    Friday, September 19th, 2008

    Something about us Gringos… or maybe all men really, is the majority of us from time to time crave a good chunk of meat. You know what I’m talking about; it ain’t no grilled chicken. No sir, I mean beef and I have found it at Café Casuale in Casco Viejo.
    The menu is varied, but [...]

    Boquete Meadows Town Homes

    Sunday, September 14th, 2008

    Boquete Meadows at “El Olimpo” combines traditional Spanish designs with stylish American interiors set against the backdrop of the Panama Mountains. I found an ad for these Town Homes in an local magazine while in Panama, and I have to tell you, after checking them out, they are quite nice.
    This is the latest project [...]

    Wine Club in Panama City

    Tuesday, September 9th, 2008

    If you are looking for a little bit of good culture in Panama, try the Vino Club de Panama (the Panama Wine Club). The Vino Club de Panama was founded by four chefs who wanted to bring the Panama’s wine to the world. Vino Club is sponsored by four restaurants:  Casco Viejo, Rincon Suizo, Café [...]

    Embera Indian Village Tours

    Monday, September 8th, 2008

    There is lots to do in Panama City, and even more to do in the surrounding area. One of the most popular tours is the Embera Indian Village tour. A variety of tours of the Village are offered by a number of companies, including Panama Carlos.
    Under 2 hours from Panama City you will find the [...]

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