La Floresta in Playa del Carmen

Lunch, Away From Tourists
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Don and I got to enjoy a lunch outing with a dear friend who lives not far from Playa del Carmen.

Brenda picked us up after we came across on the ferry, from Cozumel. She said she'd take us to one of her favorite places.

White and Red 
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We parked in a gravel lot and walked towards the white, cement block structure. There was a sink near the wall where we could wash up before eating.

Order Window
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We headed for the order window and let Brenda order for us. The waiter recognized her and didn't need to be told that she wanted a Coke and a half avocado with her meal.

Open Air Dining
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It was such an adventure dining in a restaurant where no tourists would think to go. There was no beach nearby. Just the sound of traffic on the road. Some would think we shouldn't have ventured away from the tourist areas. But I've always trusted Brenda. Not only was she a wonderful piano teacher to my children, but she happened to be a police officer as well.
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Fried Shrimp
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We followed Brenda's lead and ordered fried shrimp.

The fish came  piping hot and super crispy!  

Brenda chopped up the avocado and used a little mayo and lime. The tacos were perfect and just the right amount.  Such a simple little meal and so good!

Catching Up
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The combo of fish tacos and Coke and good conversation was wonderful. Back when Brenda taught our children piano, we always ended up lingering after lessons. The subject we talked most about was travel. Here we were in Mexico, where Brenda and her husband now has a home!

Smile For the Camera!
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I tried to sneak one more photo before we left. This fun couple seemed pretty amused and gave me a big smile.

What a simple lunch with a sweet glimpse of real Mexico. Thanks Brenda!