Isla Mujeres 2014 ~~ Day 11

Isla Mujeres 2014

Day 11 ~~ Monday Feb.17

"A Walk, a Visit….and the Lolo Dinner Extravaganza!"


It's funny how your internal alarm clock quickly adapts…..I wake up by 5:45 as suddenly as if an alarm was actually blasting in my ear!

Today, it feels like I can reach out and touch the puffy clouds…

Another day of granola and yogurt on the balcony and then we are off on a walk to Chedraui and also to drop off some Cold FX that we brought for Laura Lynne.  Lots of photo opportunities on our way….

Bienvenidos a…..

It's a hot walk even early in the morning.  It was nice to meet Laura and Alan….fellow Canucks who are lucky to live almost year round in this paradise!

Off to Chedraui to gather more supplies….dropped another $750 pesos, but I'm pretty sure more than half of that was for 'liquids'  :)

We take a taxi home with all our bags and enjoy this view while eating some yummy ham, cheese and avocado and olive sandwiches….

And then it's time to just sizzle away the afternoon….

We take a few moments to enjoy the sunset…..

And then it's time to hop in the taxi for our dinner plans tonight……LOLO's!  An annual tradition that we love!

The garden setting is cozy…..

We are joined by Keith and Elisa, Keith's parents Tom and Arlene, and Darcy and Barry…all friends from Alberta...

Chef Lolo greets us and begins to tell us of all the savoury treats that we will enjoy tonight….6 courses of tastebud and tummy happiness!  I should describe it in a much more sophisticated way!

First course….baby scallops with a parmesan crisp and devilish sauce…

Second course…Foi gras with crazy salad and balsamic reduction…

Third course…Gnocchi with mushrooms, parmesan and truffle….

Fourth course…Lobster tourine with beets...

When each course arrived….cameras came out before the forks!….

Fifth course…Beef tenderloin with beans, potatoes and bacon, with a cognac infused sauce….

Sixth course…Dessert….custard, chocolate mousse, brownie, macaroon, caramel dipped grape, strawberry salsa and more!

We ate for over 3 hours…..this is a MUST DO when visiting Isla!  It was a wonderful evening, shared with good friends, enjoying good wine (BYOB) and amazing food!  As always, Lolo's creativity was appreciated by all of us….not to mention, happy tummies!  Gracias Lolo!

For information and reservations contact Lolo Lorena:

For reservations:

Tel:  998 139 2310 

Email:  lololorena@yahoo.com

Via Facebook:  Lolo Lorena

Lolo Lorena Dinner Extravaganza!

Isla Mujeres has a lot of wonderful food…..you'll never go hungry here!  But when you're wanting a dining experience like no other, the place to go is the cozy bohemian courtyard of Lolo Lorena.  You'll be transported to a whole new level of appreciation for food and your taste buds will be working overtime!

We enjoyed another fabulous meal with friends….lost count of how many times we've had a Lolo experience but each and every one has been incredible, and last night was no exception.

We are welcomed into Lolo's home and settle into our seats at a cozy courtyard table, complete with glow balls…

Tom and Arlene (Keith's parents), Darcy and Barry, Doris and Vince, Elisa and Keith

Love the ambiance….

Lolo filling us in on the details of what we are about to enjoy...

First course….baby scallops with a parmesan crisp and devilish sauce...

Second course…Foie gras on 'crazy' salad with balsamic reduction...

Third course…gnocchi with mushrooms, truffles and parmesan...

Fourth course…Loster terrine with beets

Fifth course…Beef tenderloin with green beans, potatoes, bacon and a cognac infused sauce…

6th Course….Dessert, dessert, dessert!…chocolate mousse, fruit salsa, custard, macaroons, brownie, caramel dipped grape and more!

It was a wonderful evening shared with good friends and Lolo's creations never cease to amaze me!  Every course was a delicious taste sensation, leaving us excited for the next surprise.  

Gracias Lolo for such a special evening!

For reservations:

Tel:  998 139 2310 

Email:  lololorena@yahoo.com

Via Facebook:  Lolo Lorena

Isla Mujeres 2012 ~~ Day 16

Isla Mujeres 2012

Sunday Feb.26

~~Day 16  “Adios to Amigos and Lolo Lorena Dazzles!”

Get ready for some sunrise photos!  Today, it was so amazing and it lasted so long….excitement and bliss all mixed together….

And as the sun rises, the view is just as beautiful to the west…

We head off to the beach nice and early….

Just after lunch we hop on the moped and meet up with Keith and Elisa, who, unfortunately are leaving Isla…

Sometimes you meet people under incredible circumstances and you just click.  It’s such a gift when that happens.  We had so much fun together….so looking forward to doing it again next time.  Get the ‘To Do’ list started Keith!

I think Keith was tempted to jump ship and swim back to Isla shore!

It looks like the ferries are in a race…

We spend the rest of the afternoon at la playa and head home for sunset…the usual routine! 

Time to get ready for our dinner with Lolo Lorena.  We’ve had several amazing dinners with Lolo over the years, each one more outstanding than the last.  It’s not just incredible food bursting with flavour….it’s a special experience with a passionate chef who continually surprises us.  Such a great evening!

The cozy romantic table….

THE Lolo….chef extraordinaire!

Baby lobster and shrimp…

Filet mignon atop au gratin potatoes with a green peppercorn sauce…

We were also entertained by the fire dancers….they were very good!

Dessert, dessert, oh my, delicious decadent dessert!

If you want a special dining experience reserve your dinner with Lolo Lorena!  You and your mouth and tummy will LOVE it!

Tomorrow….Fiestarita Time!