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Paficic Pearl by J. Morgan
It's gettin' close to 1:30 p.m. on a Tuesday in the heart of Sabalo Country and there is a definite excitement in the air. Hoards of cheerful, smiling people are coming from all directions, headed to the big hot-spot in town where Brent McAthey / AKA "BRENSTER" is holding "Brenster's Beach Bash" - Mazatlan's favorite weekly beach party since 2008. Don't be surprised if the multi award-winning singer/songwriter/ musician himself greets you at the door - with a warm handshake and a hearty "Thanks so much for coming!" Then, on his shorts breaks, this consummate showman makes the rounds and personally chats with the guests as well. At any given moment it is obviously apparent that this man loves what he does. His enthusiasm is nothing short of infectious. Reservations are made in advance, and upwards of half of the weekly 200-300+ attendees have the same tables reserved every week throughout the entire season. The waitstaff are top-notch, and extremely attentive, and your drinks never get a chance to get half-empty before you're being served another. I give special props to "Ely" the English-speaking ladies (immaculatelykept!) bathroom attendant, who gives you a big hug, and showers you with enough attention to make you feel like a Queen! The food choices and ample and delicious, and artistically-served. The venue itself is so diverse, with many different levels.
and seatings available throughout, many of which allow you to wiggle your toes in the sand. Umbrellas are abound, palm-trees are scattered about, and parts of the place are covered with b a m b o o roofs so as not not get too overheated. The playlist itself is well thought out and e x t r e m e l y e n j o y a b l e , and Brent's original stuff immediately has you wanting to hear more. I, for one, appreciated the fact that the volume was just perfect... loud enough to enjoy, yet not so ear-splitting as so many other places around town. And surprisingly the "acoustics" are really great too, absolute concert-quality! Brenster encourages sing-alongs, and, as the drinks start flowing, and things get going, his show gets increasingly more interactive. Folks are singin' and dancin' and eatin' and drinkin' to their heart's content. This event has been affectionately dubbed the "Spring Break for Seniors" - and I can certainly see why. I tell you what, I haven't seen so many snowbirds and tourists letting their hair down and having so much fun all at once, in all my years of living in Mazatlan. Honestly, this is Paradise folks! As Brenster himself ponders: "How many people have made life-long friends at this event?" Well from the looks of it Brent, I would say one heck of a lot!
As I sat there taking it all in, I thought to myself: "HOW might I be able to convince my neighbors from Centro to venture out and try this incredible event?" I can honestly first-hand attest to the fact that it was really, truly enjoyable! So I say to these folks, these friends of mine... "Come on out and give it a try, and don't be afraid to let your hair down and have some good crazy fun!" Giving people a unique experience of world-class entertainment, right on the beach. Every Tuesday from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. $300 pesos ALL-YOU-CAN DRINK (Domestic drinks and beer) At Diego's Beach House www.thebrenster.ca
