Sunday, May 1, 2011

Quinta Don Jose - Tlaquepaque


Quinta Don Jose Bed and Breakfast
Tlaquepaque, Mexico
             I can never resist posting about Quinta Don Jose. It is about my favorite retreat and get-away. Located in Tlaquepaque, a "suburb" of Guadalajara, this is THE best B&B... great rooms, fabulous restaurant, great staff... and in the middle of some of the best shopping Mexico has to offer.
            My husband snapped a picture of me in the breakfast area this particular morning. I decided to try out the morning's special. The best I can do is describe the dish which is pictured in my collage. Quesadillas filled with cheese and chicken, topped with a wonderful mild sauce and topped with Mexican cheese, onion and shredded lettuce.. and then my favorite... the "crema", a Mexican cream drizzled over the whole concoction. This was served with fresh orange juice, coffee, papaya, watermelon and honeydew.
            We enjoyed our hearty breakfast surrounded by beautiful flowers like the yellow shrimp plant. There was also bright orange honeysuckle. Hummingbirds were everywhere.
            "Cabot", the B&B black and white cat came out long enough to check out the surroundings. He is called "Cabot" because of his bobbed tail, making him look a little like a rabbit from the back... and then of course the "ca".. for cat. He truly thinks he owns the place.
             We'll be back at our little retreat in the next three weeks as we travel back to Mexico on business. I'm sure I won't be able to resist posting about Quinta Don Jose then too.



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12 comments:

FABBY'S LIVING said...

What a nice place, you looked like you had a terrific time...it's so nice to get away to a place like this. The food and all looks wonderful! You both had a new "honeymoon"...we call it this when my hubby and me go away to a resourt!
Hugs
FABBY

Theresa said...

Yummy food, beautiful flowers and a lovely picture of you:) I enjoyed hearing about your getaway! Have a blessed evening dear Karen, HUGS!

Snap said...

What a wonderful B&B! Lovely flowers, yummy food, great color! Looks like heaven! Happy Monday!

Lori E said...

If it wasn't so sunny here today I would be tempted. Oh who am I kidding. I would rather be there any day.

Vee said...

What a beautiful location and your breakfast looks simply delicious.

Ingmarie We said...

It looks really wonderful. Have a good time in Mexico.

Colleen - the AmAzINg Mrs. B said...

Oh..that looks wonderful! And your description has made my tummy rumble! Everything pictured is so colorful..make you certainly think of SPRING!

Lynne said...

I always enjoy your posts on Mexico!

Nancy said...

What a getaway! I am so envious. Did you swim in that lovely pool? Nancy

Rebecca Nelson said...

What a beautiful place...so glad you had such a great time!

Thank you for visiting me today...your words blessed me.

xoRebecca

Lori said...

What a wonderful getaway! Food looks amazing too. Have a wonderful weekend!!

Lori

Nancy's Notes said...

What a place to relax and enjoy life, how wonderful! Karen, your photographs are awesome!

Hugs,
Nancy