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Whimsy and Color: The Art of Walter Castillo

Meet Walter Castillo. His bold colors and whimsical style capture the heart and soul of Belize. From village life to breezy coastlines, his canvases celebrate everyday beauty with joy and wonder. Internationally celebrated, yet deeply rooted in Belize, Walter’s art tells a story of home.

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Joseph Pate awarded for his mixology skills and contributions to the tourism industry

On June 27, 2024, Joseph Pate, also known as “JoeDaBartender,” was honored by the Belize Tourism Board (BTB) in Belize City for his exceptional bartending skills and his contributions to the tourism sector and community on Ambergris Caye. Pate has been devoted to the art of preparing mixed drinks since 2014 and has been creating craft cocktail drinks. He plans to continue contributing to the community by sharing his knowledge of barista skills and aims to expand his bar.

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A sustainable fishing tale from the Lopez family

Fishing in Belize is more than a profession; it is also a tradition that has been maintained and practiced for generations. As a vital livelihood, those depending on it are also aware of the importance of protecting this vulnerable industry from abuse and overfishing. Among the hundreds of fishing spots along the Belizean Caribbean coastline, there is a particular area that a dedicated family sustainably uses out of Sarteneja Village in northern Belize. The Lopez family fish and look after a fishing area around Middle Long Caye, rich in fisheries stock and a mangrove haven southeast of Belize City.

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Navigating Belize Real Estate with Keller Williams

Keller Williams Belize can supply the expertise you need, offering invaluable guidance and support to investors. Whether you’re seeking a serene beachfront property, a lush tropical estate, or a vibrant urban dwelling, Belize provides a diverse range of options to suit every preference. Keller Williams can help you succeed in bringing your dream to reality.

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Pop & Sip is here to jump start your day!

Tati’s Cold Brew from Pop & Sip is a tasty new product that has hit the market in Belize. Two wonderful women are behind this proud Belizean product, and we had to find out more about their venture. Learn why Tati, and what drives Dora and Monica to ensure that your iced coffee expectations are met deliciously!

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Belizean Smiles: Eli Chi

The sous chef at Rain Restaurant and Rooftop Terrace and Aqua Seafood and Steak House, Eli is passionate about his life in the kitchen and proud of where his culinary journey has taken him.

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Where do our Lobster Fishermen go during Closed Season?

Every February 15th, I get to wondering what lobster fishermen get up to during the closed season. From June 15th to February 14th, they have been working their traps and heading out to check on their catch, cleaning and selling them for our consumption and for export.

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Belizean Smiles: Frank Varma

Visitors often tell us that their favorite part of Belize is her people. They talk about how friendly and open Belizeans are, welcoming them warmly to our shores and showing them the absolute best of Belize. With that in mind, we present to you some of those friendly favorites.
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The Head Chef at Rain Restaurant and Rooftop Terrace, Frank is a young, passionate member of the Belizean Culinary World.

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Caribeville introduces Executive Chef Samuel Gonzalez

There are many great restaurants across Belize, each with its own unique flavors and cooking styles. If you ask many restaurateurs, the success of their kitchen strongly depends on a good leader who has a passion for the culinary arts. That is the case at Caribeville’s two restaurants, Rain Restaurant and Rooftop Terrace and Aqua Seafood/Sushi Restaurant and Steakhouse, whose aim is to offer the best of Belize with a proudly Belizean team. Leading their culinary team is born and raised San Pedrano, Samuel Gonzalez Jr.

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