Only in Guatemala...

...do they have samples of mixed alcoholic drinks in the market, made on the spot by cute, young muchachas.

VIP theater in Guatemala

We tried out a new theatre this afternoon that is located in the newest mall in town, Oakland, close to the Embassy. The "regular" theatre in this complex is brand new, with stadium seating and a great sound system. The "VIP" theatre is a little more expensive--Q65, about $8 (the regular theater is only $4). It boasts paired leather recliners, a small individual table that you can move in front of you, and a small table between sections with a downlight. There is a menu from which you can choose drinks (mixed drinks, coffee drinks, smoothies, sodas), popcorn (regular, caramel, light), candy, sandwiches, crepes, and even sushi. (As much as we like sushi, we've yet to try any here in Guatemala. It just doesn't seem like a sushi kind of place on a number of levels.) There are "waiters" that take your order and bring your goodies to you. No fumbling with a large drink and popcorn as you make your way to your seat.

It was the most comfortable movie I've ever been to--feet up, reclined, munching on my mixed carmel/light popcorn, sipping my soda. But for one who has seen only the opening credits of too many movies to count as I recline at home on my bed with my feet up, it might be just a little too comfortable for me. ZZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz...

I think it will be hard to go back to regular stadium seats.