New Species of Vanilla Discovered in Costa Rica
A new species of Vanilla flower was discovered in Costa Rica in the country of Corredores in the South Zone of Costa Rica, close to the Panama frontier; the flower was named Vanilla-karen-chistianae in honor of Costa Rican scientist Christiana Figueres Olsen. Gracias Adam Karremans
Welcome to Several New Subscribers & Pura Vida Greetings to All
Hope to see you this week at the PZ Feria at Colibri's Corner ... we are open Thursdays from 7 to 7 and Fridays from 8 til 1.
We also offer shipping and delivery service throughout Costa Rica. For our area ... we have a network of Xpress & Taxi's who can delivery our products 7 days a week ... just let us know! On feria days, we can also do limited shopping and shipping.
Our dear friend Marguerite has many challenges in her final days ... please click here to see Sheri's and her notes. Mil gracias to all of you who have been able to help her.
We have new arrival of Organic Vanilla Beans, Agar Agar, Fluoride Free Toothpastes, Nutritional Yeast and Organic Crunchy Spirulina at Colibri's Corner at the San Isidro Feria.
Please check our Events page for a variety of entertainment, workshops, ferias, etc.
Avianca Will Offer New Route From Costa Rica to Orlando, FL , Introduction Round Trip Price $299
Here is a very interesting history book, Conquest of the tropics; Adams, Frederick Upham, 1859-1921. Thanks to Glenn Klima for this great find!
Spanish No Longer Needed To Travel To Costa Rica Thanks To Google
Eden Community Center in Bahia / Uvita
Eden Community Center offers a free place for kids to play together M-F, from 9-12 and 3-5. With High Speed Internet, coffee, smoothies, and healthy snacks. We will soon be offering Volleyball, and Sand Soccer leagues as well. To be a part of it, or to donate please go to our website at www.edencommunitycenter.com 8366-0511 English / 8655-4208 Spanish
LONGEVITY GROUP WORKSHOP 86 year old RESEARCH PSYCHOANALYST, MEDICAL BOARD OF CALIFORNIA, offer workshop. dr urban is the author of 3 books. learn how to live longer. change how you think and act to increase your life span. you will learn how to be more disciplined how to give up your negative addictions how to eat better, exercise,give up negative thought, ideas and emotions how to lose all your fears how to be more accepting, compassionate and loving how to better play the game of life 8 people minimum, 2 hours, 5.000 colones, date time and place to be announced when 8 sign up, contact doctorwalter123@gmail.com
For rent in beautiful Quebradas Stunning home with 4 bedrooms, 2 bath, constructed with exotic hardwoods and river rock, with a flagstone patio and wooden deck with Jacuzzi overlooking the river. Only 10 minutes from San Isidro, on a convenient bus line, this home offers both privacy and tranquility. The grounds feature lush gardens with more than 30 different varieties of organic fruit trees and a spectacular diversity of textures and colors. Stone walkways lead to a private yoga deck on the river. Ideal temperatures year round. $800 plus utilities. Includes gardener and basic internet. For more information call 8856 5519 or 8820 8002. e-mail: elladelagua@gmail.com
House for rent in Chimirol de Rivas: Two bedrooms, Kitchen, Living Room, Bathroom, Garage. Light and water included for $200 per month. Organic vegetable gardens on property. Call Carlos at 8571-8669 (Spanish only)
Cozy Hardwood Home for Rent:
Lovely, simply furnished well kept studio in private wooded section of East Los Angeles de Rivas. Nestled on 1.25 acres with an altitude of 3600 feet and an ideal climate of sunny days and cool, crisp nights. This private setting borders the scenic Talari River and has good road access, river bathing, fruit trees, bananas and high grade spring water. Includes high speed internet, porch, hot shower, flush toilet and secure parking. Lots of hiking in the area and near to the Mt. Chirripo Volcano and National Park. Fifteen minute walk to bus line with frequent bus transport to San Isidro. Pets okay but dogs must be leashed or fenced in. Available now. New Deck just added! Contact homesteadcr@gmail.com New deck just added!
SAN ISIDRO....PEDREGOSITO
A small private secluded and comfortable cottage with kitchenette and deck will be available for rent on the farm of Noe Andershadt in Pederagoso around May 10th. The monthly rent will be $155 /month and includes a reliable internet connection, water, and electric. The cottage is a ten minute drive from downtown San Isidro, and is situated next to Finca Amrita and Finca Alba Nueva in Pedregosito. The cottage is a five minute walk from hourly buses to town. If anyone has an interest in an advance look cottage contact Bill Van Horn via email at Vanhornwm@aol.com
New Listing ... Quebradas Family Compound on the River
Aztecas ---a beautiful & artistic & delicious Mexican Restaurant is now open from Thursdays til Sunday from 10am to 8pm. Ana is doing a fabulous job! Here is her FB page. We wish her all the best!
Chef Memo's New Restaurant is now open & delighting with great meals, beer, and the best host ever! See their FB page here. Across from Little California mini super, next to Fut5 Quiros Corner of Calle 2 and Avienda 16 in downtown San Isidro Del General,
New friends here are offering Organic Meats .. even have Turkeys that are free range & organic and fed with coconut, bananas, and cane. Pork too! Write here for contact: organicmeat@puravidaconnections.com.
Add a little spice to your life with Rico's Rub! For Veggies or Meats ... can't be beat! Just added a new Rub ... Cajun!!!! Click here for more info.
Sauerkraut is one of the best foods for your tummy ... we are so fortunate to have Rosita's Organic Kraut ... so delicious & great for your digestion and general health.
Kelvin Vasquez / Doug Davis
Lots of new "Stuff" listed on our Stuff to Buy & Sell Page ... check it out. Here is a sampling:
00' ext. extension cord $20.00
Hatchet $8.00
25' ext. extension cord $5.00
Corded Circular Saw $60.00
6 pc. rope w/8 clasps (for hanging hammocks) $15.00
16" x 13" x8" tool box w/tools $50.00
Omniblend V blender
Yoga Swing
Stainless steel commercial stove
Excalibur Dehydrator: In excellent working condition. Asking $210
Rico's Cajun Seasoning Blend
Rico's Rub has a new, Cajun, spice blend available at Colibri Corner. It is a traditional Cajun recipe, with a little twist of course. This blend is great for seafood, like blackened red snapper, fish tacos, or with chicken or meats. It has five different types of peppers blended into a medium hot spice. It's hot enough to taste, but not too hot to enjoy. Developed by request it has received nice reviews at a local restaurant. Put a little spice in your life with Rico's new Cajun Seasoning Blend. For restaurants or bulk orders, please contact Rick Vance: 7242-2178 ricks-vance@att.net
Moringa: One Of The World’s Most Abundant Sources of Vitamins And Minerals We are fortunate to have local, organic Moringa here in our area now ... I've been learning more about it's benefits and the amazing energy the seeds and leaves give ... and the healing qualities of the Oil. Trees also available ... all @ Colibri's Corner
Come enjoy a sticky yummy Cinnamon Roll made with real butter!
We have mangosteen "matas" or baby trees at Colibri's Corner. If you want larger quantities .. let me know.trees@puravidaconnections.com
At Colibri's Corner this week:
We also have now:
For anyone with pain from spots injuries, muscle spasms, fibromyalgia, arthritis, sciatic, please check this link. We are very fortunate to have this high quality Magnesium Oil now available. Also works great as an all natural deodorant!
International Phone Cards available for major savings. phonecard@puravidaconnections.com
Kale Chips
Organic Eggs
Turmeric Powder & Roots & Capsules
Organic Coconut Aminos ...Traditional
Organic Red or Black Beans
Fresh Trout / Smoked Trout
Sacha Inchi Nuts
Palo Santo
Hombre Grande
All natural organic tobacco
Vegan Cookies
Hot & Sweet Mustard
Organic Vanilla Beans
All Organic Corn Chips ... yellow & purple
Raw Honey
Fresh Salsa
Local Organic Beans & Rice (Integral & White)
Organic Teas
Stevia in Powder & Liquid
Organic Dried Pineapple / Mangos / Bananas
Coconut Secret Amino Acids This sap is very low glycemic, an abundant source of 17 amino acids, minerals, vitamins, and has a nearly neutral pH.
Organic Sauerkraut
Becca's Amazing Hot Hot Sauces
Organic Alfalfa Seeds
Crunchy Spirulina
Salt shaker grinders
Peppermint Oil
Lavender Oil
Clove Oil
Ylang Ylang Oil
Frankincense
Organic sauerkraut
Goat cheeses
Swiss Cheese
Mozzarelli Cheese
Fresh & Smoked Trout
Nutritional Yeast
Diatomaceous Earth
Epsom Salts
Moringa Seeds & Leaves
Organic Black Strap Molasses
International Phone Cards
Cactus Juice & other Natural Bug Repellents
Sticky, Yummy Dates
Costa Rican Macadamias
Integral Oats
We appreciate pre-orders and can ship throughout Costa Rica.
Pura Vida Blessings to all
Blackberry Vinaigrette ... super on salads & more!
Delicious Dates!
Organic Extra Virgen Olive Oil
Kalamata Black Olives
Coconut Aminos (limited supply)
Organic Lemon & Peppermint Extracts
Organic Yuca Flour
Tea Tree Oils
Crunchy Spirulina
Matcha Green Tea ... amazing health properties & delicious
Patchouli Oil
Clove Oil
The shitake mushrooms are extraordinary and quite magical .. click here to read about their many benefits. BACK IN STOCK
WANTED: CAT WORSHIPER.
How would you like to spend your summer living as the threshold guardian at the mouth of Costa Rica's Grand Canyon?
$200 for one month, $400 for 4 months, June - September. Preference will be given to those who can stay the longest and want to spend the vast majority of their time on location. The cabin is perched above the Rio Talari in Los Angeles de Canaan (near San Gerardo de Rivas). Ideal setting for reading, writing, research, sabbatical, yoga, meditation, birding, and river watching. Free of wifi but includes a landline. One bedroom with attached studio/guest room. Two bathrooms, one hot shower, and a bathtub in the kitchen. Interweaving trails leading to different spots along the river where you can harvest bananas from a number of trees. Looking for groups with backcountry try experience. Must love to cuddle cats and be comfortable with being a snack servant to our fiery red head Chispa. Welcome to the jungle, just know that you may be subjected to power outages, cold showers, torrential downpours, scorching sun, monkey stare downs from across the river gorge, and overstimulation from An abundance of hummingbirds and butterflies. Message with interest. mashalexander@hotmail.com
(photos on rental page soon)