Curious about the history of Mazatlan? It’s a city that’s packed with an exciting history – from bloody battles to romance to music to movie stars. Mazatlan is so much more than its unique gastronomy, beer, banda, coffee and shrimp! Below are short bilingual videos that capture the history and many fun facts. With thanks…
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Playing Pickleball in Mazatlan
By Simon Lynds, June 2024 [Simon arrived from the UK in Mazatlan in 2004. He quickly became fluent in Spanish and was immediately in high demand for his marketing skills. In 2014 he created the rock and roll event, Mazatlan Rocks the Beach, and today he consults with various companies [too many to name.] and…
A Celiac’s guide to living in Mazatlan.
By Sheila Madsen, Celiac, May 2024, updated January 2026. Your doctor has just confirmed that you have Celiac disease – an autoimmune condition that attacks the body’s tissues. There is no cure. But it can easily be managed through diet – a gluten-free diet. Don’t feel sorry yourself – imagine if you had multiple sclerosis,…
Restaurant introductions –
the complete list
These 50 + Mazatlan restaurant introductions [not reviews, we don’t pretend to be food critics] have been written by full-time residents. These Mazatlan restaurants may or may not appeal to you. Be sure to confirm their hours on their digital platforms. MazatlanLife pays for all its meals, there is no quid pro quo. The “introductions”…
Mazatlan’s hidden art – The paper florist.
By Maaike Hoekstra, October 2019. [Maaike is the founder and owner of Mazaltan’s only street food tour, Flavor Teller.] [The following is a true story steeped in ancient traditions – about women who are dedicated to their art, and possess an abundance of patience and love. If you visit a cemetery in Mazatlan during Dia…
The truth about The Brenster’s
love affair with Mazatlan.
By Sheila Madsen, October 2015 – updated May 2024 Brent wrote, and created Mazatlan’s first-ever jingle. When Brent was 15 years old he asked his parents, Buzz and Joyce, if he could go to Puerto Vallarta. “Sure, as long as you have the money.” Young Brent did indeed have the money to vacation in…
Highlights
Friday January 16, 2026 The entertainment calendar. THE MOST POPULAR. • Live music. • The questions everyone asks about Mazatlan – answered! • Where to eat – the list. • Centro Chatter – some sipping and shipping news. • Good to Know – the list. • Carnaval – Thursday Feb. 12 – Tuesday Feb. 17.…
Mazatlan Bus Routes
Updated February 2024: These maps below are very old but are the only ones available at the moment.There is constant road construction in Mazatlan, where busses are re-routed, so perhaps before you leave, ask a local, ask at your hotel, your condo admin. – locals and residents who take the bus for work would be…