Panama, Casco Viejo, Casco Antiguo New Year is here! crazy traffic everywhere, tons of things happening (all at once). Casco will have several events, so here is a bit of a map of who is doing what… and tips! Tip No. 1: Don´t drive. Uber, MiChofer, Taxi. Just avoid the stress of being behind the…
Panama, Casco Viejo, Casco Antiguo We love seeing properties being activated into positive uses. Villa Agustina´s corner towards Plaza Herrera has now Pastissima, an Italian restaurant. Generous portions!
Panama, Casco Viejo, Casco Antiguo It is Christmas! Plazas and streets have been beautifully decored. But what I love the most, are the simple expressions of joy and merry on doors, balconies and inside homes of Casco´s residents and businesses. Couldn´t take them all, but here are some of my favorites.
Panama, Casco Viejo, Casco Antiguo December 25th: 7 p.m. at La Merced Church in Casco Viejo. The chorus Santa Teresa de Jesús and the children of the Cantores de Azuero chorus will be singing at the church. January 6th: Panama´s Orchestra will give a concert at the main Cathedral Plaza. Starting at 3 p.m. January…
Panama, Casco Viejo, Casco Antiguo When I grew up, it was tradition to set up a nativity scene at home. It was an amazing process, milk boxes used to come printed with stars and houses so you could cut them and make your little town. You could add then all the classic figurines, plus toys….
Panama, Casco Viejo, Casco Antiguo Yesterday Casco was packed with young people running from one place to the other. Casco´s first urban market was about to open. I went early to see all the activity, that ended up around 10 p.m. This is an exciting time. Young entrepreneurs are forming startups with really good product….
Panama, Casco Viejo, Casco Antiguo Casco Viejo is starting to be the object of different apps. This week a friend forwarded me “Live Walk PTY”, a nice self guided audio walk app for anyone visiting Casco´s main landmarks. check it out at: http://www.livewalkpty.com/
Panama Casco Viejo, Panama Casco Antiguo, This Sunday! the first Urban Market at Calle 6ta. Perfect timing for your holiday gifts. Come and support young artists, make each gift count! Facebook Page
Panamá, Casco Viejo, Casco Antiguo Camerata Panamá is a young art collective that is organizing this year Christmas carols at the Anita Villalaz theater in Casco Viejo. December 15th, 8 p.m. All the classics will be there, from the Latinamerican repertoir to the internationally loved “We wish you a Merry Christmas”. Donations: $15 and $20….
Panama, Casco Viejo, Casco Antiguo La Musa, at the corner of 5th and A Avenue is a different concept. The art gallery takes on an entire house. The idea is to provide artists and guests with an intimate experience, where they can be catered while commissioning or buying art. A sister house is opening this…