[News Boquete] Handicap Foundation Thrift Store Closed this Monday to clean up.

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[News Boquete] Urgent blood request

A good friend of ours urgently needs two units of blood compatible with A-positive before his surgery.

Compatible donor types are:

**A-positive**

**A-negative**

**O-positive**

**O-negative**

If you have any of these blood types and are able to donate (under 65 and haven't been out of country for six months), it would make a huge difference right now. Please contact Regina Capasso Williams as soon as possible to help coordinate.

Thank you so much — every donation counts!

 

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[News Boquete] Menu for 6/8 is now ready (Italian Panini, Rotisserie Chicken Panini, Cajun Gumbo, Chinese Dumpling Soup, and LOTS more)

https://doshombrespanama.com/     Last week was a phenomenal start to our 15-Year Anniversary Celebration. I’m still working through the final accounting, but it looks like our first week’s donation is going to make a meaningful impact for the Handicap Foundation. To everyone who came out, placed an order, shared our products, or supported us in any way—thank you. You’re helping turn this celebration into something bigger than us. We also welcomed a lot of new members last week, so if this is the first newsletter you’re receiving from us—welcome! Let me explain what we’re doing throughout the month of June. June is our Anniversary Month. For 15 years we’ve had the privilege of serving the Chiriquí Highlands, and this year we wanted our celebration to become an opportunity to give back to the community that has given us so much over the years. Every week during June, we select a different local charity and pledge 10% of everything we sell directly to that organization. This week, we’re honored to support Boquete Health & Hospice. Their mission is to support people with health and wellness needs by providing information, equipment, and volunteer services. They also provide support to individuals with life-limiting illnesses and their families so they can experience comfort, dignity, and compassionate care during life’s most difficult moments. In the 15+ years that we’ve lived here, we’ve seen firsthand what an enormous benefit an organization like this can be to a community like ours. Their work touches countless lives—often quietly and behind the scenes—but the impact they make is impossible to miss. Each week during this celebration, we also hear from customers who want to contribute even more. Because of that, we’ve added a donation option directly on our entrée page. If you’d like to participate, simply click the charity image and select the amount you’d like to donate. 100% of every donation goes directly to that week’s featured charity. Thank you for helping us celebrate 15 years by giving back together. Cecelia and I were just reminiscing about what it was like when we first started our food business. Things were different back then. The BCP Market had just received a visit from the Ministry of Health (MINSA), and stricter requirements began being enforced regarding the documentation needed to legally sell food. Since many of the food vendors at the time were expats and didn’t have the required paperwork, they had to stop selling their homemade products. For a short period, the BCP Market didn’t have very many food vendors at all. We decided to find out exactly what was required and do whatever it took to make it happen and after months of preparation, meetings, examinations, and classes we finally did it!!  We received our certifications and made our first appearance at the market, the response was overwhelming. What did we bring? New York Style Bagels. Seventy-five of them. At the time, we thought that was ambitious. Over the next six weeks, we discovered something special—a fun, welcoming community that embraced what we were doing and kept coming back for more. Those original 75 bagels quickly turned into 500–600 bagels (and over 15 flavors) every single week. That bagel introduction gave us the opportunity to slowly expand our menu. At first, we started with Chicago Deep Dish Pizza and quickly followed with meals were were intimately familiar with—Cajun and Mexican food—but it didn’t take long to realize the community wanted something more. People wanted a taste of home without the hassle. That’s when our Pot Pie was born. Later came our Lasagna. And little by little, what started as a table of bagels turned into the country wide business and international brand we have today. The best part about it, we could not have done it without you.  So I want to continue our celebration with a great big THANK YOU to each and every one of you for helping this dream become our reality!!   This week we made one of the very first entrées we ever sold at the BCP Market 15 years ago. Over the years, we’ve made more than 4,800 gallons of this dish—and interestingly enough, it’s also the reason I taught myself how to make sausage. So what entrée am I talking about? Our Cajun Andouille Sausage & Chicken Gumbo!! This incredible, deeply flavorful dish is rooted in Cajun culture—a culture built on making the absolute most out of what you have, where resourcefulness wasn’t optional… it was simply part of daily life. Every great gumbo starts with patience. We begin with a dark roux, cooked until it develops deep roasted flavor and rich color (a process that generally takes several hours). Then comes the Cajun trinity—bell pepper, onion, and celery—slowly sautéed alongside freshly smoked, house-crafted Andouille sausage. From there, we add chicken and finish everything with a rich, flavorful stock that slowly transforms into something greater than the sum of its parts. The end result is a deeply complex, comforting dinner that brings a little piece of South Louisiana right to your doorstep here in Boquete. This week we made our gumbo just a touch heartier and gave it a little more body, creating a beautiful texture that clings perfectly to every bite. Serve it with a bowl of fresh rice, grab a sleeve of Saltine crackers, and for at least an hour or so… come experience what it feels like to be Cajun. 🤣   We have Paninis back on the menu!! This week we’re bringing back two favorites: The Italian Panini and our Rotisserie Chicken Panini. Let’s start with the heavyweight. Our Italian Panini begins with freshly baked hoagie bread from Sugar & Spice. From there, we start what I like to call flavor stacking. First comes a generous layer of roasted garlic aioli on both sides of the bread. Then mozzarella cheese. Then… the meat. Italian mortadella, pastrami, Italian hard salami, smoked ham, and classic pepperoni stacked layer after layer until the sandwich practically says: “Okay… that’s enough.” (We respectfully ignore it and add a little more.) Each panini is then brushed with our seasoned oil blend and pressed in our cast iron panini press until the outside becomes beautifully crisp and golden while the inside turns hot, melty, and ridiculously satisfying. The result is simple, quick, and incredibly delicious—perfect hot and surprisingly excellent cold later if you somehow manage to save half. And then there’s our Rotisserie Chicken Panini. Built on the same foundation of freshly baked bread, roasted garlic aioli, and melted mozzarella, this panini takes things in a completely different direction. We load it with a generous portion of rotisserie chicken and press everything come together into something warm, balanced, and packed with flavor. Compared to the Italian, it’s a little lighter—but don’t mistake lighter for less satisfying. This one delivers big flavor in a completely different way. Two paninis. Two completely different experiences. One delicious problem: Which one do you choose?   OK, OK… These newsletters seem to get away from me every week, but I have to mention at least one more entrée. Keira’s Chinese Dumpling Soup. When Keira first released this dinner several months ago, it immediately became a standout. Since then, the requests to bring it back have been overwhelming. Keira’s response? “Thank you.” And honestly… I understand why people kept asking. This soup starts with a beautifully balanced Asian-inspired broth built from sesame oil, soy sauce, rich chicken stock, fresh ginger, garlic, and a generous handful of green onions. Then something magical happens. As those ingredients slowly simmer together, they transform into something that’s warm, aromatic, comforting, and way more complex than the ingredient list would suggest. Truthfully, I could sit down with nothing but the broth and leave completely satisfied. But Keira doesn’t stop there. Next up… The dumplings.   Here’s what sets us apart. We’re obsessed with the experience. Our goal has never been to create meals that feel like reheated leftovers. We want dinner to feel intentional—like something you’d happily order at a restaurant and be excited to sit down and enjoy. With this dish, that attention to experience shows up in a simple but important detail. The chicken dumplings are packed separately and served on the side. Why? Because we want you to finish the dish at home the way it was designed to be enjoyed. You’ll heat the broth in a pot and once it begins to gently simmer, add the dumplings and allow them to finish cooking in the soup. As they warm through, they absorb all of those incredible flavors from the broth while keeping the texture exactly where it should be. The end result doesn’t feel like reheating dinner. It feels like a bowl of soup that could have just been served to you at your favorite neighborhood Chinese restaurant. That extra step may take a few minutes…but the experience is well worth it.   Check out our menu by clicking this link below and if you have any questions don't hesitate to send me a phone call or email.    Click here to see this week's menu DELIVERY INSTRUCTIONS All deliveries will be made on Monday between 9am and 3pm   In the event that there's an issue you can contact me at 6866-0072 Thank you and we look forward to seeing you soon Eric, Cecelia, Chandler, Keira, Aidan Copyright © 2026 Dos Hombres, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: Dos Hombres 100 Calle Principal Chiriqui, Panama Boquete, Los Naranjos, Alto Lino, Provincia de Chiriquí 1234

[News Boquete] 7-Day Medellín Experience | Aug 20–27

Last minute openings… 2 rooms left! It’s going to be a really fun group.

MEDELLÍN, ANTIOQUIA, COLOMBIA 🇨🇴

August 20–27, 2026

Join us for an unforgettable 7-day experience exploring the culture, nature, and charm of Medellín, Santa Fe de Antioquia, and Guatapé. We will stay in highly rated eco luxury and boutique hotels. 

Trip Highlights:

• Ride the famous metro and cable cars with stunning city views

• Explore Comuna 13’s vibrant street art and culture

• Visit a traditional flower farm in Santa Elena and Arví Park

• Wander the colonial town of Santa Fe de Antioquia

• Stay overnight in picturesque Guatapé

• Climb El Peñol (optional) for iconic views

• Experience delicious local food, culture, and traditions. 

•Small Group Experience with other expats from around Panama 

Pricing:

$2,000 single

$3,000 couple

This trip blends city energy, cultural immersion, and scenic beauty with a relaxed, well-paced itinerary. The tour includes everything in Colombia- lodging, transportation, 3 meals a day, all group activities, and your 24/7 guide. Does not include international airfare.  

Contact us for full details and to reserve your spot. Oscar & Megan WhatsApp +507 6959-7341 

Email MuchoGustoColombia@gmail.com

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[News Boquete] Desperate need for O+ blood for our neighbor Carla Guilliams

Hey All you Kind Neighbors 🌸🦋Carla Guilliams is in critical condition at Mae Lewis hospital this evening and is in desperate need of 2 pints of 0+ blood 🩸. Please consider helping her, David and their family.

 There are a few requirements:
🌸must be 65 yrs old or younger
🦋You have to have  been present in country for 6 consecutive months?

Please ask friends or neighbors if they could help. Call Darrel Eash at +507 6587 7167 if you can help.

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[News Boquete] Tempura battered trout dinner to benefit the Handicap Foundation

Thank you Chris Young for sponsoring a great fund-raising dinner for a great local cause. This delicious meal will cost you $12 and the Boquete Handicap Foundation will receive $4 for each special meal ordered. Mark your calendar. The menu will be special: Tempura battered trout with lemon basil vinaigrette and capers. Served with rice and vegetables. We have some great gift certificates to auction off. Please come for the fellowship, the delicious dinner, and the support for a very good local cause. ___________________________________________________________________ The above message was distributed by /News Boquete/, a free subscription-based community service. /News Boquete/'s _*ONLY*_ public email address is news.boquete@gmail.com. For more info and use policy, visit https://www.dropbox.com/s/24y1vz2vae9iaen/News_Boquete_Policy.pdf?dl=0. *If replying to this message, reply *_ONLY_* to the *_ORIGINATOR_* (typically your email's 'Reply To' function works; do not use 'Reply All').* To stop receiving these emails, send a message to news.boquete@gmail.com with the word /_unsubscribe_/ in the subject line or body of the message. © 2005-2026, /News Boquete/. All rights reserved. Public redistribution strictly prohibited without prior written permission.

[News Boquete] Quilt and Handmade Products Exhibition

Locally Handmade Quilts, Kitchen, Dining, and Personal Items Two days only! Friday June 5th-Saturday June 6th 1-5pm Boquete Library ___________________________________________________________________ The above message was distributed by /News Boquete/, a free subscription-based community service. /News Boquete/'s _*ONLY*_ public email address is news.boquete@gmail.com. For more info and use policy, visit https://www.dropbox.com/s/24y1vz2vae9iaen/News_Boquete_Policy.pdf?dl=0. *If replying to this message, reply *_ONLY_* to the *_ORIGINATOR_* (typically your email's 'Reply To' function works; do not use 'Reply All').* To stop receiving these emails, send a message to news.boquete@gmail.com with the word /_unsubscribe_/ in the subject line or body of the message. © 2005-2026, /News Boquete/. All rights reserved. Public redistribution strictly prohibited without prior written permission.

[News Boquete] Thrift Store Closed Today – Get Ready for Our BIG DOLLAR SALE!

Dear friends and supporters, Just a quick note: Our thrift store is closed today (Thursday, June 4) as we prepare for our biggest sale of the year – the BIG DOLLAR SALE happening tomorrow and Saturday! Here are all the details: 📅 Friday, June 5 – 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 📅 Saturday, June 6 – 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 📍 Location: Alto Boquete, across from Chop Sticks Restaurant 🧾 Hundreds of items at $1.00 OR LESS! Saturday will have NEW items added, so come both days to find the best deals. What you'll find: 👕 Clothing 👜 Accessories 🖼️ Decorative items 🔧 Repair products 📎 Office supplies 📺 Electronics 🏠 Useful home items Fundación Pro-Integración – Capítulo de Boquete Supporting people with disabilities living in Boquete Have questions? WhatsApp us at 6743-6745 Thank you for your understanding today. We can't wait to see you tomorrow and Saturday for the MEGA SALE! Warmly, *Yuri Pittí Montenegro* /Directora Ejecutiva - Capítulo de Boquete/ /Executive Director - Boquete Chapter / /We support people with disabilities in the Boquete District so they can access healthcare, education, food, and recreation. Ask me how you can help!/ ___________________________________________________________________ The above message was distributed by /News Boquete/, a free subscription-based community service. /News Boquete/'s _*ONLY*_ public email address is news.boquete@gmail.com. For more info and use policy, visit https://www.dropbox.com/s/24y1vz2vae9iaen/News_Boquete_Policy.pdf?dl=0. *If replying to this message, reply *_ONLY_* to the *_ORIGINATOR_* (typically your email's 'Reply To' function works; do not use 'Reply All').* To stop receiving these emails, send a message to news.boquete@gmail.com with the word /_unsubscribe_/ in the subject line or body of the message. © 2005-2026, /News Boquete/. All rights reserved. Public redistribution strictly prohibited without prior written permission.

[News Boquete] Netflix is producing a movie about the rescue of Kurt Muse

The rescue of Kurt Muse from Noriega's notorious prison was one of the reasons for the 1989 invasion of Panama by the U.S. military. An interesting piece of Panama history. The book "Six Minutes to Freedom" tells the story in detail.

[News Boquete] Prison Escapees May Be Headed Our Way

Panama’s La Joyita Prison: 195 Escaped with 69 On the Loose and Some May be Heading to Chiriqui

    REPRINTED FROM NEWSROOM PANAMA

At least 30 of these escapees are dangerous criminals. Be watchful of strangers in your neighborhood and do not pick up hitchhikers.

The Minister of Government, Dinoska Montalvo, revealed this Tuesday that some 195 inmates escaped from La Joyita prison on Monday.  It was also revealed that eight other inmates were injured, as well as three police officers, one of whom was held captive by a group of inmates who later released him.  This is an ongoing story so check in for updates.

Three inmates died inside the prison before the mass escape of prisoners took place. 

Authorities attribute the mass escape to clashes between rival gangs during the transfer of inmates. The riot left three dead and exposed serious security flaws in the prison system.

Panama Still Doesn’t Know Who the Fugitives from La Joyita Are: It was a Faceless Escape

On Monday, June 1, at approximately 2:30 p.m., 195 inmates from the La Joyita Penitentiary Center broke through the security perimeter and went out into the streets.  Information was scarce. The Ministry of the Interior, the governing body of the prison system, and the National Police issued brief statements in the following hours. Neither specified how many inmates had escaped. There were reports of 88, 200, or 400.  No photographs or identities of the fugitives who remain at large have been released. There is no public profile of them, nor any information about the crimes for which they were convicted or prosecuted, or their level of dangerousness.

Police Capture Another 10 Inmates:

The Attorney General’s Office requested a multiple hearing against the first 73 inmates who escaped from the La Joyita Penitentiary Center.  PANAMA reports that it has requested multiple hearings against the first inmates who escaped from La Joyita Penitentiary Center, for the alleged crime of escape. The defendants face charges for the crime against the administration of justice in the form of evasion.

The Attorney General’s Office Requests a Hearing Against 73 Escapees from La Joyita Prison

$85 Million is Projected Government Cost to Build a New Prison Rehabilitation Center: Views of La Nueva Joya prison. 

The country’s prisons are overcrowded by 10,227 people deprived of their liberty.

Amid the crisis generated by the prison break, the Ministry of Government has launched a project for the construction of a prison complex specializing in restitution and rehabilitation.  The ministry launched the public tender for the “Study, Design, Construction and Equipment” of this new center, whose reference price amounts to $85 million.

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