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How to Clean and Disinfect Fruits and Vegetables in Mexico
Kathleen Dobek
 This is not a pretty topic, but it’s something not to be ignored: how to clean fresh fruits and vegetables. For those of us who live in Mexico, the practice of soaking all fresh produce in an antibacterial solution is necessary.
Expect the Unexpected in San Blas
Vic Pittman
 'Hamburguesas' ...the signs are everywhere. I was surprised when I first came to San Blas, Mexico to see so many hamburger stands. Nothing says 'taste of home' to me like a good cheeseburger. So I was comforted to find that even down here in San Blas I could get a hamburger... or so I thought.
Mama Mexico's and Gecko's Charity Efforts
PVNN
 Mama Mexico Charities A.C., offering 'Charity and Direction in Mexico,' has opened Gecko's Bar and Restaurant to raise funds for the charity's free kitchens and planned social programs. Thanks to their efforts, disadvantaged people in Vallarta now have a place to turn for help.
R.I.S.E. and Shine Gourmet Champagne Brunch at a Featured Home
Sue Fornoff
 Supporters of Refugio Infantil Santa Esperanza (R.I.S.E.) are excited to announce the first of this season's champagne brunches, aimed at raising funds necessary to support this special shelter for children in Puerto Vallarta, will take place on December 18th at My Casa Alegre in Old Town.
Wow! Does Bucerias Know How to Throw a Party!
Pamela Thompson
 At the Bucerías Chile Cook-off, a fun-filled event held on November 26th to benefit local charities, the prize for 'most popular chile' was won by Puerto Vallarta’s very own Sid Goodman. His small contingent of Puerto Vallarta supporters cheered like proud parents as he received the award.
Riviera Nayarit Receives Extensive Media Coverage at the Gourmet Festival
RivieraNayarit.com
 Riviera Nayarit benefited from live broadcasts by Radio Formula Jalisco and from articles published by Cronicas del Sabor, Tourismo Gourmet, Donde Ir de Viaje and El Gourmet.
Discover the Best… All Under One Roof!
Patrick Harrison
 Los Mercados, opening November 30, 2010, will offer the finest collection of fully prepared foods, wine, fresh produce, a paint-your-own pottery studio, pastries & deli items in Banderas Bay!
Farmers' Markets May Be Finding Their Niche in Mexico
Kent Paterson
 Currently located in the Paradise Community Center near the popular Playa de los Muertos, the Old Town Farmers Market represents a departure from the prevailing Mexican market scheme in which consumers buy from intermediaries far removed from the land.
2nd Annual Riviera Maya Food Festival Exceeds All Expectations
Michele Kinnon
 On Sunday, November 21, 2010, 43 of the Riviera Maya’s most talented chefs, restaurateurs, beverage purveyors and specialty food merchants gathered in the Parque Fundadores, just steps from the beaches of Playa del Carmen, to present their signature dishes and culinary creations to over 7000 local residents and visitors to the popular Mexican Caribbean city.
Kaiser Maximilian's Autumn Apple Salad Recipe
Laura Gelezunas
 The 2010 Festival Gourmet may be over, but you will still be able to savor the flavors created by Executive Chef Nicole Pederson from C-House Restaurant in Chicago at restaurant Kaiser Maximilian in Puerto Vallarta through December 18, 2010.
Great Food and Fabulous Views at Gecko's
PVNN
 Although the name 'Gecko's' is a casual one, this downtown Puerto Vallarta restaurant appeals to sophisticated tastes without the usual high prices associated with other Malecón restaurants. The surprising affordable menu offers steak or fish dinners with wine for $99 pesos from 4-7 pm daily.
Wine, Food & RISE: A Perfect Combination
Chris Amo
 The perfect combination of good wine paired with outstanding gourmet treats was enjoyed by guests at Cava Cinco on Saturday, November 20th, with all proceeds for the evening going to Refugio Infantil Santa Esperanza (RISE), a shelter for children here in Puerto Vallarta.
A Boost for Mexican Farming
Kent Patterson
 As the US celebrates its annual Thanksgiving holiday, an opportunity arises to consider where our food comes from and how it is produced.
Teatro Limón Supports Pasitos de Luz Charity Bingo
pvrpv.com
 Bernardo, a visitor from Vancouver, was a recent Pasitos de Luz Charity Bingo winner. The prize? A Teatro Limón gift certificate, which, in his words, led to 'one of the best evenings he has ever experienced in his numerous visits to Puerto Vallarta over the years.'
No Way José! 2nd Season Kick-Off Party
Patrick Harrison
 No Way José!, recently named Vallarta’s 'Best New Restaurant' for 2010, is kicking-off their second season with a cocktail party December 4th from 4–7 pm. Come celebrate the start of the new season and experience the new upstairs terrace, bar and kitchen; all under Vallarta’s beautiful sky!
Masayuki Nickura Fuses His Cuisine in Riviera Nayarit
RivieraNayarit.com
 This chef, who has conceived dishes for movie stars, is offering a fusion of Japanese cuisine with a touch of Mexico at the International Gourmet Festival taking place in Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta.
Daiquiri Dick’s Mahi Mahi Recipe Contest Winners
Laura Gelezunas
 They were casting for the best catch of the day during their first Mahi Mahi recipe contest at Daiquiri Dick’s restaurant in Puerto Vallarta. More than 10 recipes were submitted and the chefs chose several to prepare for a distinguished panel of judges.
Charity Bingo for Pasitos de Luz - Week 4
pvrpv.com
 One hundred and seven people turned out for the November 17th Charity Bingo night at Nacho Daddy, raising another $10,000 + pesos for Pasitos de Luz, a Puerto Vallarta non-profit founded by mothers of disabled children. To date, the total collected for this worthy cause is just over $55,000 pesos!
BECAS Breakfast at Coco’s Kitchen a Roaring Success
Polly G. Vicars
 On November 17th, 150 Becas supporters arrived at Coco’s Kitchen ready for a marvelous breakfast, ready to greet old friends and meet some new, and ready to support the 376 young Vallartenses who are reaching their educational goals through their Becas Vallarta scholarships.
Raw Foods Raid – The Fight For the Right To Eat What You Want
ReasonTV
 This summer armed government agents raided Rawesome Foods, a Venice, California health food co-op. What were the agents after? Unpasteurized milk, it turns out.
PVJC Chanukah Dinner at No Way José!
Mel Bornstein
 The Puerto Vallarta Jewish Community invites you to join us at the charming No Way José! restaurant on the south side of Puerto Vallarta for a PVJC Chanukah Dinner and 5th Night Celebration on Sunday, December 5th at 6 pm.
U.N. Agency Designates Mexican Food a Cultural Treasure
Tim Johnson
 Maligned as unhealthy and misunderstood in its complexity, Mexican cuisine is finally getting its due. It's now considered an intangible cultural heritage of humanity, elevated along with French cuisine this week at a meeting of UNESCO.
How to Host Your First Lonely Thanksgiving
Anna Peele
 Whatever the reason for your Thanksgiving spin-off, here are some tips for dealing with your abandonment issues and eating like a pilgrim.
Two Stunning Villas, Two Tasteful Nights of Wine Tasting
Patrick Harrison
 Leading premium wine supplier Sea Coast Wines and high-end villa rentals Casa Valerie, are pairing fine wines with delectable hors d’oeuvres created by celebrated Puerto Vallarta Chef Seth Cloutman, within two stunning Villas to produce two very different, but equally memorable, evenings.
Traditional Mexican Cuisine - Ancestral, Ongoing Community Culture, the Michoacán Paradigm
UNESCO
 Traditional Mexican cuisine is a comprehensive cultural model comprising farming, ritual practices, age-old skills, culinary techniques and ancestral community customs and manners.
The Chef's Table with Nicole Pederson at Kaiser Maximilian
Laura Gelezunas
 The guest chef is slicing into fresh ingredients for the 16th Annual Festival Gourmet at restaurant Kaiser Maximilian in Puerto Vallarta. Nicole Pederson is the executive chef at C-House restaurant in Chicago.
Cruisers Now Find Organic and Natural Foods in Mexico
Capt. Pat Rains
 Here is just a sample of interesting places — some well known, some not - to check out in major cruising ports and hidden getaways alike, for provisioning your galley with natural foods and for eating healthy when ashore.
The Sarcastic Gourmet: Esquina de Los Caprichos
PVNN
 Esquina de los Caprichos, a little Tapas Bar/Restaurant situated on one of the most charming cobblestone streets in downtown Puerto Vallarta, has been an old family favorite for years. Though the restaurant is rather small, the menu is extensive, and the food is excellent.
Lido Beach Club Grand Opening on Playa Los Muertos
Edgar Joya & Cristhian Rios
 Michel Pascal Ferrari, of the namesake trattoria on Olas Altas, announces the Grand Opening Event of his newest venture: Lido Beach Club on Los Muertos Beach. Join us in celebrating the newest stylish beach spot in Puerto Vallarta on November 15th from 5 to 8 pm.
Festival del Concierge Event Raises $58,000 MXN for Local Charities
Roberta Rand
 The First Annual Festival del Concierge, hosted by Thierry's Prime Steak House in Plaza Peninsula, was a resounding success with over $58,000 pesos raised for three Puerto Vallarta charities: Project Pitillal, Vida Animal Bahia de Banderas and the Foundation of the Americas.
November US Consulate Community Network Breakfast
Kelly Trainor de O.
 The U.S. Consular Agency Vallarta, in conjunction with Community Service projects in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco and Riviera Nayarit, sponsors a monthly Network Breakfast. The November Network Breakfast will be held at the El Tigre Golf Club in Nuevo Vallarta on Friday the 19th at 9 am.
Fifth Annual Pet Picnic at Daiquiri Dick's
Laura Gelezunas
 The dogs get the best seat in the house at the fifth annual pet picnic. Don't miss your chance to share a great afternoon of food and fun at Daiquiri Dick's restaurant starting at 11AM on December 4th.
Vallarta Old Town Farmer's Market Opens
Kathleen Harris
 The Old Town Farmer's Market opened for the 2010-2011 season on Saturday, November 6th, resplendent with familiar delights and new surprises. The market stalls were beautifully arranged, and the crowd of over 950 shoppers were enthusiastic as they reconnected with friends - and the community.
Fun for Everyone; Vallarta Yacht Club Chili Cook-Off
Richard Williams
 There is fun for everyone at the Vallarta Yacht Club 11th Annual Cruisers Great Chili Cook-off. Benefiting two local charities, this year's event is scheduled to take place in the Yacht Club parking lot on Saturday, December 4th at 4 pm, and is open to the public.
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