Partners & LGBTQ+
Owned Businesses
We proudly support and highlight the incredible businesses owned by the LGBTQ+ community and our allies. Below, you'll find some of our closest partners, each contributing to a more inclusive and vibrant city. Together, we celebrate diversity and inclusion.
DJ Moshrios
DJ Moshrios is the resident DJ at La Joya Azul events. A huge crowd pleaser with music from all genres. DJ Moshrios gets everyone dancing.
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Epicurean Exchange
For over 25 years, Charlie has been an independent chef, cooking instructor, recipe and food writer, culinary travel guide, and owner of Epicurean Exchange Culinary Travel. His work has always been led by purpose: to not just teach, but offer quality, skills and life-affirming moments; to not just travel, but open the world to its personalities and possibilities; to not just inform, but to inspire to learn and grow with knowledge and perspective. To make the lives of our readers better, richer. And in turn, this is paid forward to their families, friends, communities and the places they call home in this world.
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Vasa Yoga Studio
Based in Redlands, CA. Lisa owns and operates Vasa Yoga Studio. Two years running she has held the most spectacular Yoga Retreats here at La Joya Azul. We love Lisa's students and welcome them each year!
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Odin's Kitchen
Odin is a private chef with years of experience crafting unforgettable culinary moments in one of Mexico’s most enchanting cities. Whether it's an intimate dinner party, a bespoke catering event, or an immersive cooking class, my mission is to create meaningful, delicious experiences for both locals and visitors alike.
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Services include:
Customized menus, in-home chef service, welcome cocktails, waiter service, complete kitchen cleanup.
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Asia Orient Express
A regular choice for takeout by our guests and lovely restaurant on the ancha. We are so happy to have Franco and Hector as part of our community!
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Welcome to Asia Orient Express, where the flavors of the Far East converge in the heart of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Embark on a culinary journey through the vibrant cuisines of China, Japan, Thailand, and Vietnam, all within the inviting ambiance of our restaurant.
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Silveyra's
Besides serving up delicious meals at our monthly LGBTQ+ events, Keli and Reuben have a welcoming restaurant on the ancha.
At Silveyra's Family Restaurant, they believe that the best meals come from the heart. As a family owned restaurant, they take pride in serving homemade comfort food, made from scratch with love and tradition. Every dish is crafted using fresh, high-quality ingredients, just like grandma used to make. ​​​​