Pedasi, a small town on the Azuero Peninsula in the Province of Los Santos, is arguably the region’s prettiest town. The Spanish Colonial architecture is well-preserved: terra cotta tile and white gingerbread houses line the streets and the friendly locals camped out on thier porches will wave you hello. The town is one long main street called Avenida Central, with a lovely plaza two blocks from the main road. The paved and signed streets and recently well-tended buildings exist because the former president Mireya Moscoso is from Pedasi-a picture of her welcomes you as you come into town, and there is also a bust of her in the plaza. Pedasi has a somewhat thriving ex pat community, young and old. Gorgeous Isla Iguana is just a mototboat ride away, and playa Venao, and playa Del Toro are within walking distance.

Where to Eat

$ Gringo Joe’s-Always busy, Gringo’s Joe’s patio restaurant is a fun place to eat ribs or steak and drink beer.

$ Dulcerias Yely-Pretty little bakery owned by Mrs. Dalila Vera de Quintero. She has delicious cakes, coffee and tea and also a fabulous chicken sandwhich with homemade bread.

$ Tiesto-Right in the town square, this place has delicious pizza. Sit inside or out on the patio.

Where to Stay

$$ Casa Margharita- Opening in August, this B&B will be moderitly priced, and the only luxury accomidation in town. $80.00 a night.

$ Dim’s Hostal-Sinple but cozy with an beautiful back patio, Dim’s hostel is the best place to stay in Pedasi presently. Free breakfast and wireless internet. $20.00 a night.

Filed under: Los Santos on June 4th, 2008