Awards & Reviews

Matachica Awards and Reviews

• CNTRAVELER.com, July 2012

  "…luxuriated in hammocks, and fantasized about coming back as overnight guests…"

  "…luxuriated in hammocks, and fantasized about coming back as overnight guests…"

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• DestinationWeddingMag.com, July 2012

  "Luxuries come in the form of Frette linens, private patios and handcrafted mahogany furniture. After a day in..."

  "Luxuries come in the form of Frette linens, private patios and handcrafted mahogany furniture. After a day in the sun..."

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• TheNewsStar.com, July 2012

  "Matachica is a fun remote escape. Flight connections are easy. Everyone speaks English. There is no problem with..."

  "Matachica is a fun remote escape. Flight connections are easy. Everyone speaks English. There is no problem with the currency and the resort itself is beautiful. Don't hesitate to tell your travelers about it!"

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• TheKnot.com, July 2012

  "This low-key Central American gem gets exotic both above and below sea level, with ancient Mayan ruins, miles..."

  "This low-key Central American gem gets exotic both above and below sea level, with ancient Mayan ruins, miles of jungle and the world's second-largest barrier reef…"

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• Hitched.co.uk, July 2012

  "Extend your wedding bliss with Matachica's endearing honeymoon package as the romance continues, Belizean-style, to both your hearts'..."

  "Extend your wedding bliss with Matachica's endearing honeymoon package as the romance continues, Belizean-style, to both your hearts' desire..."

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• TravelPlus.co.uk, June 2012

  "Matachica's impeccably chic overall decor draws upon the owner's passion for both the island's native heritage and his..."

  "Matachica's impeccably chic overall decor draws upon the owner's passion for both the island's native heritage and his extensive global travel…"

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• Organic Spa Magazine, July 2012

  "Tucked amid the palm trees on the tip of Ambergris Caye, Belize, the Matachica Resort and Jade Spa..."

  "Tucked amid the palm trees on the tip of Ambergris Caye, Belize, the Matachica Resort and Jade Spa offers luxury in a tropical setting. Arrive by boat over shimmering Caribbean, then settle in at a beachfront casita…"

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• WEDALERTHONEYMOONS.COM, June 2012

  "The villas at Matachica are spacious, privately located from each other and include Matachica's distinctive features of large...""

  "The villas at Matachica are spacious, privately located from each other and include Matachica's distinctive features of large..."

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• CaribbeaneMagazine.com, 2012

  "Matachica's impeccably chic overall décor draws upon the owner's passion for both the island's native heritage and his..."

  "Matachica's impeccably chic overall décor draws upon the owner's passion for both the island's native heritage and his extensive global travel..."

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• FloridaSportsman.com, 2012

  "Long considered the hidden jewel of Belize, Matachica, the exquise, award-winning beach resort is proud to announce the..."

  "Long considered the hidden jewel of Belize, Matachica, the exquise, award-winning beach resort is proud to announce the completion of..."

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• HotelChicBlog.com, 2012

  "I was hankering for a truly relaxing put-me-in-a-coma vacation, and as soon as I saw the images of..."

  "I was hankering for a truly relaxing put-me-in-a-coma vacation, and as soon as I saw the images of bright primary-colored hammocks outside each cabana, I was sold..."

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• Ebony Magazine, April 2012

  "Eco-chic lodging reigns at the Matachica Resort & Spa, including thatched-roof oceanfront casitas..."

  "Eco-chic lodging reigns at the Matachica Resort & Spa, including thatched-roof oceanfront casitas..."

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• Incentivetravel.co.uk, 2012

  "Long considered the hidden jewel of Belize, Matachica, the exquisite, award-winning beach resort has announced the completion of..."

  "Long considered the hidden jewel of Belize, Matachica, the exquisite, award-winning beach resort has announced the completion of a multi-million dollar redesign and expansion…"

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• ShermansTravel.com, 2012

  "Matachica Resort & Spa, casual days spent relaxing on a pretty white-sand beach or a shimmering pool set..."

  "Matachica Resort & Spa, casual days spent relaxing on a pretty white-sand beach or a shimmering pool set amid colorful and romantic thatched-roof villas turned into..."

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• The Times Newspaper, December 2011

  "We had moved up the island to Matachica, another beautiful beach hotel, accessible only by boat, its brightly..."

  "We had moved up the island to Matachica, another beautiful beach hotel, accessible only by boat, its brightly colored thatched cottages largely occupied, it seemed, by honeymooners..."

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• Bridal Guide Magazine, November 2011

  "Located just in front of the world's second-largest barrier reef, Matachica Resort and Spa nestles amidst a beautiful..."

  "Located just in front of the world's second-largest barrier reef, Matachica Resort and Spa nestles amidst a beautiful white sandy beach..."

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• Departure Magazine, November 2011

  "At the newly renovated Matachica Resort & Spa, a boutique hotel on Ambergris Caye in Belize, the brilliant..."

  "At the newly renovated Matachica Resort & Spa, a boutique hotel on Ambergris Caye in Belize, the brilliant blue Caribbean Sea laps white sand beaches."

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• Brides Magazine, September 2011

  "Twentysomethings sip margaritas on the talcum beach, twist to beats in the bumpin' lobby-slash-lounge, and do dins at..."

  "Twentysomethings sip margaritas on the talcum beach, twist to beats in the bumpin' lobby-slash-lounge, and do dins at the candelabra-studded Mambo restaurant, which dishes out some of the yummiest ceviche we've ever sampled."

  
  

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• NYTIMES.com, 2011

  "Looking for five-star service at three-star prices? Try Latin American for your next vacation. Whether it's due to..."

  "Looking for five-star service at three-star prices? Try Latin American for your next vacation. Whether it's due to a good exchange rate..."

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• TrendLuxury.com, 2011

  "Proclaimed as the anti-generic beach resort, Matachica now offers an even more striking Caribbean getaway with a signature..."

  "Proclaimed as the anti-generic beach resort, Matachica now offers an even more striking Caribbean getaway with a signature tranquility attitude and barefoot sophistication..." 

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• USAToday.com, 2011

  "Belize boasts an ideal setting for a spa vaction -- the sound of the ocean and the tropical..."

  "Belize boasts an ideal setting for a spa vaction -- the sound of the ocean and the tropical birds beats any piped relaxation music..."

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• Cvent.com, 2011

  "Are you looking for a property located on an isolated Caribbean island for a retreat or incentive where..."

  "Are you looking for a property located on an isolated Caribbean island for a retreat or incentive where the biggest decision you'll have all day is whether to lounge in a hammock or go snorkeling?"

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• Johansens.com, 2011

  "Though only a short water-taxi ride from the lively shops and restaurants of San Pedro, Matachica is located..."

  "Though only a short water-taxi ride from the lively shops and restaurants of San Pedro, Matachica is located on the secluded island of Ambergris Caye. From the moment you step onto the private dock, you will discover the breathtaking way Matachica has integrated itself into the lush azure surroundings..."

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• Travesias Magazine, November 2011

  "Matachica lies on a quiet beach in the Caribbean Sea. The hotel is somewhat reminiscent of the beautiful..."

  "Matachica lies on a quiet beach in the Caribbean Sea. The hotel is somewhat reminiscent of the beautiful beaches of Polynesia..."

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• AMBERGRISTODAY.COM, 2011

  "Personal and individualized attention is what has set Matachica apart from other resorts we have visited..."

  "Personal and individualized attention is what has set Matachica apart from other resorts we have visited..."

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• Trans-Americas.com, 2010

  "It's about to get easier to book a beachfront stay at Matachica, the hippest and most polished boutique..."

  "It's about to get easier to book a beachfront stay at Matachica, the hippest and most polished boutique resort on Ambergris Caye in Belize. In June the much-lauded resort (most recently earning a Conde Nast Johansens award this year)…"

  
  

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• Lonely Planet

  Vying for the title of most seriously hip resort in all of Belize is this one, way up..."

  Vying for the title of most seriously hip resort in all of Belize is this one, way up north on the north island. People come all this way just to eat at the excellent restaurant, but if you decide to stay for a few days you may never leave.
  
  
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• USA Today

  Belize, on the Caribbean Sea in Central America, "blends the best of both worlds," and Matachica Beach Resort..."

  Belize, on the Caribbean Sea in Central America, "blends the best of both worlds," and Matachica Beach Resort boasts Beachfront and Sea Breezes cabanas
  
  http://traveltips.usatoday.com/spa-vacations-belize-32845.html

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• CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER, 2011

  "Chica by name, chic by design. Small, laid-back, barefoot-luxury place, five miles north of San Pedro."

  "Chica by name, chic by design. Small, laid-back, barefoot-luxury place, five miles north of San Pedro."

• Concierge.com, 2011

  “Matachica is the anti-generic beach resort. Despite all the requisite trappings (a gorgeous stretch of white sand, iguanas..."

  “Matachica is the anti-generic beach resort. Despite all the requisite trappings (a gorgeous stretch of white sand, iguanas that scuttle across it on cue, a generous endowment of gently swaying palms, and perfect margaritas), distinctiveness is what defines this remote corner of Ambergris Caye. Each of the 21 cabanas is painted its own sorbet-reminiscent shade. And the lobby aesthetic is essentially shabby chic meets Mesoamerican… at the Casbah. In the Moroccan-veil-draped, Guatemalan-pillow-strewn lounge area, a manager-cum-DJ spins a steady supply of world music for the guests who are invariably gathered there. Despite the full complement of activities on offer (diving, kayaking, biking), most people check in mainly to chill out. To that end, there are hammocks everywhere, a sweet restaurant, and a desert oasis–evoking spa tent”
  
  http://www.concierge.com/travelguide/belize/hotels/2082

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• THE NEW YORK TIMES, 2011

  “The eclectic menu here touches on a wide range of world cuisines. From the seared scallops in Jamaican..."

  “The eclectic menu here touches on a wide range of world cuisines. From the seared scallops in Jamaican jerk sauce to the filet mignon with blue-cheese crust drizzled with an orange-balsamic reduction, the food and presentation here are top-notch. I also enjoyed the mango-and-ginger-glazed pork chops, while the warm chocolate soufflé was perhaps the best dessert I tasted in Belize. The restaurant features an excellent and extensive wine list. And for those who want to keep on enjoying the finer things in life after dinner, these folks also offer a selection of Cuban cigars and cognacs. Service is attentive and professional, and the ambience is elegant without being stuffy”
  
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• Fashion Magazine Website, 2011

  If you’ve ever dreamed of having your own private escape, specifically designed to help you dissolve your stress,..."

  If you’ve ever dreamed of having your own private escape, specifically designed to help you dissolve your stress, the Jade Spa at Matachica Beach Resort is your solution. The combination of curative touch, sea breeze and sounds—courtesy of the casita’s curtained, open-air concept—makes you feel like you’re a million miles a way…and you are.

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• Sherman Travel

  Sequestered at the north end of the island, Matachica Beach Resort is renowned for its charm and seclusion...."

  Sequestered at the north end of the island, Matachica Beach Resort is renowned for its charm and seclusion. The thatched-roof cabins come with porches for catching a breeze; the turquoise Caribbean waters offer world-class snorkeling right off the dock.

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• Home & Design Magazine Website

  Guests can enjoy white-sand beaches, easy access to the world’s second-longest living barrier reef and a spa offering..."

  Guests can enjoy white-sand beaches, easy access to the world’s second-longest living barrier reef and a spa offering an array of services—including banana and papaya body wraps.

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• THE LIFE OF LUXURY, OCTOBER 2010

  “The Matachica Resort is located on miles of natural white-sand beaches overlooking the crystal-blue sea. Matachica has skillfully..."

  “The Matachica Resort is located on miles of natural white-sand beaches overlooking the crystal-blue sea. Matachica has skillfully integrated itself into the lush azure surroundings”

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• HIDDEN TREASURE MAGAZINE, OCTOBER 2010

  “Matachica has been referred to as the anti-generic beach resort, and now proudly offers an incredible Caribbean getaway..."

  “Matachica has been referred to as the anti-generic beach resort, and now proudly offers an incredible Caribbean getaway with both a signature relaxed attitude and barefoot elegance”

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• DESTINATION WEDDINGS & HONEYMOONS, OCTOBER 2010

  “The resort [is] directly across from the world’s second-longest barrier reef… pastimes are decidedly water-centric… excellent diving and..."

  “The resort [is] directly across from the world’s second-longest barrier reef… pastimes are decidedly water-centric… excellent diving and snorkeling are only a kayak paddle away”
  
  
  http://www.destinationweddingmag.com/caribbeanboutiques?pnid=177980

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• DESTINATION I DO, OCTOBER 2010

  “No matter if you are honeymooning or visiting Belize to say “I do,” Matachica serves up romance in..."

  “No matter if you are honeymooning or visiting Belize to say “I do,” Matachica serves up romance in spades”
  
  http://www.destinationidomagblog.com/2010/10/say-i-do-on-island-off-coast-of-belize.html

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• Lonely Planet, 2010

  It’s always a good sign when they take your welcome cocktail order and radio it in so it’s..."

  It’s always a good sign when they take your welcome cocktail order and radio it in so it’s waiting for you when the boat docks and our time at Matachica just got better from there.

  http://www.lonelyplanet.com/travelblogs/1005/67562/Sky,+Sand,+Sea,+Sun,+Sharks+–+Ambergris+Caye,+Belize?destId=358213

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• FODOR’S REVIEW, 2010

  “Casitas in shades of mango, banana, and blueberry offset by brilliant white sand give this resort a Gauguin-like..."

  “Casitas in shades of mango, banana, and blueberry offset by brilliant white sand give this resort a Gauguin-like quality. Inside, the fabric, artwork, and tiles echo the outdoor colors. New management is bringing much-needed new energy and improvements to the property, such as renovations of the cabañas and the addition of a swimming pool. For extra space, choose a two-bedroom villa or the 3,000-square-foot Beach Mansion”
  
  
  http://www.fodors.com/world/mexico-and-central-america/belize/the-cayes-and-atolls/review-30981.html
  
  http://travel.usatoday.com/destinations/guide/The+Cayes+and+Atolls/Hotels/70309

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• CONDÉ NAST JOHANSENS AWARDS, 2010

  Matachica was awarded as the Most Excellent Romantic Hideaway in Mexico and Central America by Condé Nast Johansens,..."

  Matachica was awarded as the Most Excellent Romantic Hideaway in Mexico and Central America by Condé Nast Johansens, the purveyor of international luxury travel guides, at the 2010 Awards for Excellence.

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• COASTAL LIVING, OCTOBER 2009

  “Day seven concluded with a seaside massage at Matachica and Al has to admit that as much as..."

  “Day seven concluded with a seaside massage at Matachica and Al has to admit that as much as he enjoyed the snorkeling, kayaking, sailing, fishing, and the rustic eco-living […] the massage, food and wine (and rum punches) have been great. // The second leg of their trip was spent enjoying the amenities of Matachica Resort, where Candace would get that spa treatment she desired”

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• FROMMER’S, 2009

  “This is one of the more northern resorts on Ambergris Caye and in many ways, the hippest. There’s..."

  “This is one of the more northern resorts on Ambergris Caye and in many ways, the hippest. There’s a sense of rustic luxury throughout”

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• TRAVEL + LEISURE, 2007

  “The newly renovated Matachica Beach Resort, on the private northern side of the island, makes an ideal base:..."

  “The newly renovated Matachica Beach Resort, on the private northern side of the island, makes an ideal base: it’s sufficiently off the beaten track to feel secluded though only a short water-taxi ride from the lively restaurants and shops of downtown San Pedro. Not that you’ll feel compelled to leave the resort, which offers stellar seafood dishes at its restaurant Mambo, film screenings in the new martini lounge, and banana-and-brown-sugar facials at the spa”

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• The Telegraph (UK)

  “Luxury means not just a beautiful beach but discreet service, excellent food, a fabulous spa and, of course,..."

  “Luxury means not just a beautiful beach but discreet service, excellent food, a fabulous spa and, of course, special accommodation. Matachica Beach Resort fits the bill perfectly”

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• THE NEW YORK TIMES July 2006

  “The recently renovated Matachica, a resort where celebrities like Cameron Diaz, Dr. Phil and Tiger Woods have stayed”"

  “The recently renovated Matachica, a resort where celebrities like Cameron Diaz, Dr. Phil and Tiger Woods have stayed”

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• TRAVEL + LEISURE, 2003

  “Housed in a huge palapa, where log columns support a spectacular cathedral ceiling with a dozen spinning fans,..."

  “Housed in a huge palapa, where log columns support a spectacular cathedral ceiling with a dozen spinning fans, Mambo quickly became the top restaurant on Ambergris Caye”
  

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Jade Spa Awards and Reviews

• SPA MAGAZINE, JANUARY 2011

  Jade Spa at Matachica, named one of the Top 5 Favorite Resorts + Hotels Spas – Central..."

  Jade Spa at Matachica, named one of the Top 5 Favorite Resorts + Hotels Spas – Central & South America, in Spa Magazine’s 2010 Silver Sage Readers’ Choice Awards

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• TRIP ADVISOR TRAVELER’S CHOICE AWARDS, 2010

  Jade Spa at Matachica, one of the Travelers’ Top Choices for 2010 by Trip Advisor. Jade Spa,..."

  Jade Spa at Matachica, one of the Travelers’ Top Choices for 2010 by Trip Advisor. Jade Spa, named #9 of the Top 10 Relaxation/Spa Hotels in Central & South America
  
  
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  http://ambergrisdaily.com/ambergris-caye-stories/belize-winners-of-the-tripadvisor-travelers’-choice-2010-awards/

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• SAN PEDRO SUN, May 2005

  “Want to feel like you’re walking in the clouds? Then we’ve got just the place to go...."

  “Want to feel like you’re walking in the clouds? Then we’ve got just the place to go. Come try the Jade Spa for a rejuvenating and soothing experience”

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Mambo Restaurant Awards and Reviews

• TheKnot.com, 2011

  "In Matachica, take a seat at Mambo Restaurant and try the homemade pasta…"

  "In Matachica, take a seat at Mambo Restaurant and try the homemade pasta…"

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• THE ROUGH GUIDE TO BELIZE

  "Mambo, the dining room of the Matachica Beach Resort and Ambergris Caye’s top restaurant, with superb food..."

  "Mambo, the dining room of the Matachica Beach Resort and Ambergris Caye’s top restaurant, with superb food and wine and a classy romantic atmosphere"
  
  http://www.roughguides.com
  

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• CONDÉ NAST JOHANSENS AWARDS, 2011

  "Condé Nast Johansens, the purveyor of international luxury travel guides, has revealed the winners of the 2011..."

  "Condé Nast Johansens, the purveyor of international luxury travel guides, has revealed the winners of the 2011 Awards for Excellence. Matachica was named one of the Top 3 finalists for the Most Excellent Romantic Hideaway in Mexico and Central America."

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• CENTRAL AMERICA SOL Y LUNA GUIDE, 1998

  “With freshly baked bread and exquisite international dishes seasoned with home-grown spices, Mambo Cuisine is one of..."

  “With freshly baked bread and exquisite international dishes seasoned with home-grown spices, Mambo Cuisine is one of the best restaurants at San Pedro's beachside. Overlooking the world-famous coral barrier reef, Mambo Cuisine is acclaimed for its fresh Italian specialties. As part of the Matachica Beach Resort, Mambo Cuisine is always lively and ready for those in search of the Belizean Adventure. It is no surprise that the Sol y Luna advisory board selected Mambo Cuisine as one of the best restaurants in Belize and Central America. The food is exquisite and memorable, the wines superb and the company always friendly”

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• FODOR’S, 1998

  “The variety and delectability of the meals served reflects the care and expertise that go into their..."

  “The variety and delectability of the meals served reflects the care and expertise that go into their preparation, particularly the seafood and pasta. The soaring majestic and cosmopolitan palapa dining room has charming decorative touches, like seashells used as salt and pepper shakers”
  

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• CONDÉ NAST TRAVELLER, 1998

  “With Matachica Beach Resort and its Mambo Cuisine Restaurant, Belize is making a quantum leap in becoming..."

  “With Matachica Beach Resort and its Mambo Cuisine Restaurant, Belize is making a quantum leap in becoming known for its cuisine”

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