Since moving to Cabo in 1998 I have seen a vast improvement in our options for groceries.  It’s not always one stop shopping but there is more variety and a number of options for everyone.  Organic markets are  available in the Pedregal in Cabo San Lucas and in San Jose del Cabo weekly.  Here is a selection of where I like to shop and comments about each.

    

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mega Store located in San Jose del Cabo is conveniently located, has a variety of both Mexican and American product good produce and comparable prices.

 

 

Sams Club, just like in the US.  This store offers both Mexican and American product but not always all of the options that are found in the US.

 

 

 

 

 

One of my favorite places to purchase spirits!  Great variety and good prices.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This is a super Wal Mart with loads of product.  Not as much American product is available but there is good variety, produce is usually good and prices are right!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tutto Bene is a specialty store for wines, cheeses and snacks located in downtown Cabo San Lucas.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Costco just like in the USA with loads of product in large quantities.  Produce is always good, conveniently located about 10 minutes from downtown Cabo.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Supermercado Aramburo is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Cabo. This store has a variety of American product, produce is not always the best.  Great for a quick trip for something last minute.

 

 

 

 

 

Chedraui, one of my favorite Mexican chain markets.  Located on the road to Todos Santos it is about 10 minutes from the heart of downtown Cabo.  Good selection of Mexican and American product, produce is usually good and prices are comparable.

 

 

 

One of these stores is located near each of our Cabo condos, homes and villas.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Every Month Events

Every Tuesday and Saturday:  9:00-1:00 Liga Mac used book store and donation center is open.
San Jose Del Cabo.  044-624-177-8507   www.ligamac.com

Every Wednesday  8:00 PM
Free movies from independent studios for teenagers and adults at the City Theater in San Jose del Cabo.

Every Wednesday:  8:00-11:00 AM
Organic market at the Pedregal.  Located at the back entrance to The Pedregal just before the Colegio El Camino School.  044-624-113-8376

Every Thursday 5:00-9:00 PM
Art Walk Night in San Jose’s Historic Art District.  Wine, munchies, and live entertainment.  Along Obregon St. behind the church.
Every Friday  9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Farmers Market Palmilla Shoppes
Every Friday 6:00-9:00 PM
Art Fest, downtown Cabo San Lucas.  Artists are exhibiting their art in the little Plaza by the church in downtown Cabo.  Also music, fire twirling, drum playing, clowns, acrobats, dances and etc.  Businesses in the area offer special discounts and events.

Every Saturday  8:00 AM to Noon
Organic market in the Pedretal

Every Saturday  10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
San Jose Organic Market at Huerta Maria on  the Los Animas road across from the Jockey Club.

Every Saturday  10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Golden Cactus Gallery in downtown Cabo San Lucas will feature a different live artist who will talk about his/her paintings, sculptures, poetry, music, singing, photography, performances, writings, or dancing.  On Hidalgo corner with Zapata street.  www.goldencactusgallery.com

Every Sunday  11:00 AM
Movie Club.  Lumiere, Childrens classic movies at the marine museum in San Jose del Cabo

Every Sunday  9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Flea Market in the same place as the Organic Market across from the Jockey Club

Every Sunday 7:00-11:00 AM
Bicycle, walk, skate or drag your pet around downtown Cabo.  The main drag in Cabo San Lucas closes to vehicle traffic.  Great opportunity to exercise and mingle with local families.  Each week a different activity such as spinning, aerobics, or Zumba lessons.   clubcactusbike@tmail.com

 

November 2, 2011  All Souls Day  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Day_of_the_Dead

November 2, 2011
One day, 230 kilometer (135 miles) bicycle ride.  Participants may ride all four sections of the tour or the one of their choice.  The rides will be:  Cabo San Lucas to San Jose (17.5 miles).  San Jose to Los Barriles (41 miles), Los Barailles to San Bartolo, San Antonio, and el Triunfo to the Y intersection to Todos Santos (47 miles), and finally from the Y intersection to Todos Santos (29.5 miles). $800 to the winning team.  Sign up at www.giraXtreme.com.  624-123-5280

November 27, 2011
Third Annual Festival  DArte, La Paz.  At Marina Palmira.  This is an Art Fair with art to buy, food booths, and live music.

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Cabo Real Estate Facts about buying and selling real estate in Mexico

Primary Residence Tax Exclusion

Mexico, along with the United States, provides residents with Capital Gains tax incentives for a primary residence. In Mexico, the tax incentive states that if you sell your “primary residence” you pay no capital gains tax. (In Mexico’s case this means income tax). This exclusion law is only in place for “residents” which include Mexican nationals or foreigners of Mexico.

Claiming Mexico as your primary residence

Laws change frequently however as a general rule, you must be able to prove that your home in Mexico has been your primary residence for at least 5 years. At closing, you are required to provide the Notary with a copy of your Trust, which is in your name, a residence visa or working permit (FM2), as well as a bank account, water , phone, and electric bills, and paid tax receipts all in the same name as the Trust and including the address of the home. All of these documents must be in place for more than 5 years. In some cases a tax ID number is necessary.

Claiming Residency Status

Only a Notary can approve or grand residency status. It is important that your status is reviewed by a Notary prior to the sale of your home. Never assume you will automatically be approved. Unless you are actually going to live and work in Los Cabos for 5 years or more, don’t even consider trying to get the Primary Residence Tax Exclusion.

Does the Trust have to be in my name to claim this Tax Exclusion?

Yes, even if you live in Mexico for 5 years, have all or your utility bills in your name and satisfy all other criteria under Mexican Law, if the Trust is in the name of an LLC, a Living Will, etc. then you cannot apply for this tax exclusion.

The Capital Gains Tax Exclusion is intended for residents of Mexico, not for persons owning a second home or a vacation home.

**Info from this article provided by Snell Real Estate