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Restaurant Week Sneak Peek - Kaiser Maximilian
 Laura Gelezunas
This exclusive video gives you a sneak peek at some of the 9 superb starters, 9 enticing entrées and 7 delectable desserts that you can choose from during Restaurant Week 2011 at Kaiser Maximilian Restaurant & Café. Don't miss your chance to enjoy a 3-course meal for $299 pesos.
Cuisine and Nature Meld at The River Café
 Laura Gelezunas
Soothing sounds, tranquil ambiance and fabulous menu choices await you at The River Cafe. It all blends together creating the sophisticated fun of this Puerto Vallarta restaurant, where live music all day and night in a natural setting truly enhances your dining experience.
Living in Paradise: Great Friends & Food
 David Olvera
In this edition of Living in Paradise, Puerto Vallarta says goodbye to Elizabeth Taylor at a memorial service held at Los Arcos on March 27, 2011. We also visit Carnitas El Chaparro, a taco stand where locals have been enjoying a traditional Mexican breakfast for over 25 years.
What’s Happening in April at Los Mercados?
 Patrick Harrison
Los Mercados just keeps on adding more items and options to their wide and tasty selection! This month, you’ll want to stop by k´rico :) on Saturdays for their 'Slices of Heaven' dessert specials, check out the new sauces at Mikey’s, plus unleash the artist in you at Fireworks.
Meet Daiquiri Dick's Javiar 'Capi' Gomez
 Laura Gelezunas
It takes more than dedication to work at the same place for around 30 years. Javier Gomez, otherwise known as 'Capi,' says there is nothing better than enjoying your job and his fans appreciate the attitude while visiting Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta.
Riviera Nayarit Spices It Up
 RivieraNayarit.com
Riviera Nayarit is characterized by its consistent first-rate gastronomy, as evidenced by the recent awards received by chefs Hugo Gutierrez, Jorge Humberto Gonzalez, Hector Roman and Jorge Eduardo Santamaria, who were recognized by their creativity, quality and talent.
Not Your Typical Wine Event at Blanca Blue
 Patrick Harrison
On Friday, April 15 at 7 pm, Blanca Blue Restaurant & Monte Xanic Winery are pairing up to create a memorable evening of wine and food. During this unique event, the Sommelier and Blanca Blue's chef are working together to design specially created dishes for each wine.
Don Chow is Hot in More Ways Than One
 Ed Schwartz
Awaken your senses with the finest in Japanese and Asian cuisine at the popular Don Chow Restaurant & Bar in Sayulita, Mexico. At Don Chow in Sayulita, it's all about excellent food and drink, and excellent service, enjoyed in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
VYC Junior Sailing Program Dinner & Raffle
 VallartaYachtClub.org
The Vallarta Yacht Club will hold it's semi-annual fundraiser for Banderas Bay's only Junior sailing program this Saturday, April 9th at the Vallarta Yacht Club at Paradise Village. The evening will begin with cocktails from 5:30-6:30 pm, followed by dinner, an auction and a raffle.
Wine Event at No Way José! Announced
 Patrick Harrison
On April 5th from 5-7 pm, No Way José!, named Vallarta's Best New Restaurant in 2010, and sommelier Griselda Marquez L. Soto from Mexican Boutique winery L.A. Cetto are serving up the wine event of the season. You'll enjoy Valle de Guadalupe wines paired with No Way José! favorites.
Executive Chef Oscar Rito Joins Taste
 Don Pickens
Taste Restaurant@Casa Cupula is pleased to announce that award-winning chef Oscar Rito has signed on as the restaurant's new Executive Chef. To celebrate, the restaurant is offering a new 'taste of Taste' - four half portions of each dish for only $249 pesos, through April 16.
Treat All Your Senses to The River Café
 Gary R. Beck
Puerto Vallarta's River Café is a place to enjoy with all your senses. Taste the exquisite flavors of its international cuisine. Appreciate the fruity notes of a good wine. Listen to the soft whispers of the river. Observe the colors of art and nature and feel the warmth of its service.
Calendar Launch Party at No Way José!
 Patrick Harrison
You asked for it, we heard you, and now it's here. You can now have your favorite No Way José! server hanging on your wall. Join us on February 27th from 4-5:30 pm for a Hot Chile Love Margarita and a snack to celebrate the arrival of the first annual No Way José! calendar.
Have You Eaten at Mexican Joe's?
 Margarita La Bonita
Are you looking for great Mexican food at reasonable prices? Well, look no further than Mexican Joe's, a new restaurant on the south side of Puerto Vallarta that will keep you coming back for more.
Traditional Mexican Food at Exclamación
 Jess Rodriguez
When you see both tourists and Mexicans eating side by side in the same restaurant you know you have found a great place to eat in Puerto Vallarta. Such is the case at Exclamación Cafe and Bar just off the Malecón on Morelos Street in El Centro.
Creative Food in Good 'Taste'
 PVNN
Casa Cupula, one of the world's finest boutique hotels for the Gay and Lesbian community, has opened its new restaurant 'Taste' to the public for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Taste’s secluded jungle setting is romantic and relaxing - the perfect environment for enjoying a memorable meal.
February is Fabulous at The River Café
 Michael Boufford
From special Mardi Gras and Valentine's Day menus to an exclusive five day appearance by the famous duo Willie & Lobo, during the month of February, The River Café once again proves to be one of Vallarta's favorite places to enjoy great music and fine dining.
No Way Jose! Doing it Right in Vallarta
 PVNN
Offering delicious contemporary Mexican cuisine with unique dishes not found at any other restaurant in Puerto Vallarta, it is no wonder that No Way José! was named Vallarta's 'Best New Restaurant' in Vallata Lifestyles' 2010 Reader's Choice polls.
Casa Cupula Opens Taste Restaurant
 PVNN
Casa Cupula, one of the world's finest boutique hotels for the Gay and Lesbian community, has opened its new restaurant Taste to the public. Under the direction of Erick Martinez, Taste offers 'Creative Food in Good Taste' in a secluded romantic setting.
Romantic Dining at The River Café
PVNN
On the banks of the Rio Cuale lies The River Café, one of the hidden treasures of Puerto Vallarta. Whether you dine morning, noon or night, this landmark restaurant's unique cuisine and ambiance reveal Mexico at its finest.
Have You Been to El Dorado Lately?
 Gary R. Beck
Since 1961, El Dorado on Playa Los Muertos has been delighting thousands of Vallarta visitors with its 'Old Mexico' spirit. Now, the restaurant's recent renovation has brought it into the 21st century, offering modern charm and great food in a tropical and inviting oasis.
Two Tasteful Nights of Wine Tasting
 Patrick Harrison
On January 29th and February 4th, Sea Coast Wines and Casa Valerie luxury villa rentals will be pairing fine wines with delectable hors d’oeuvres and fine chocolates within two stunning Banderas Bay area villas to produce two very different, but equally memorable, evenings.
Sid’s Famous Chili at Farmers' Market
 PVNN
Sid’s World Famous Chili will premier at the Puerto Vallarta Old Town Farmer’s Market on Saturday, January 8th, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, and most Saturdays for the rest of the season.
8th Annual International Margarita Challenge to be Bigger and Better in 2011
 Bill Bell
The 8th Annual International Margarita Challenge will once again be held at the fabulous Pina Colada Restaurant in Rincon de Guayabitos on Wednesday, February 2nd. Funds garnered from the event provide much needed support to the local food bank and the Emiliano Zapata School in Guayabitos.
 Quixote's - Tapas from the Heart of Spain
 Gary R. Beck
Perched alongside the Nuevo Vallarta Marina, Quixote's provides an authentic Spanish Tapas experience in an open air restaurant, where specially trained chefs use the freshest ingredients to create genuine mouth-watering tapas from the heart of Spain.
Producing Food Security Along the U.S.-Mexico Border
 Kent Paterson
Sprouting up in the Rio Grande Valley, a new organization seeks to reshape the production, distribution and consumption of food.
No Way José! and the PuRR Project Join Forces to Raise Funds for Cat Shelter
 Patrick Harrison
The first night of Mexican Lotería at No Way José! was a puuuuuurfect success as more than 30 people came out to raise funds for our local no-kill cat shelter, the PuRR Project (formerly known as Pet Heaven.)
Tom Lilienthal and Friends at Encore Jan 2
 PVNN
Encore Restaurant and Jazz Bar is proud to present Tom Lilienthal and Friends on Sunday, Jan 2, 2011 at 7:30 pm. Come and welcome the new year with this exciting band that will surely get you dancing from your seats.
Gis Festival Returns to Riviera Nayarit
 RivieraNayarit.com
The Festival of Gis and its traditional gastronomic show, El Sabor, in Riviera Nayarit, is targeted to return in 2011, from January 19-21, with greater vigor and many innovations that will make this 2011 especially attractive.
Christmas Spirit at the Puerto Vallarta Farmer's Market
 Camila Aguirre
Puerto Vallarta's Old Town Farmer's Market spread festive cheer this year by involving the Market vendors in a "best decorated Christmas table" contest with voters being the customers themselves.
Ring in the New Year at No Way Jose!
Patrick Harrison
Vallarta’s “Best New Restaurant” in 2010 has selected a few of the year’s favorite dishes and put them together on one special menu for New Year’s Eve. What a better way than spending the last night of 2010 at No Way José!
Join Planet X Television at El Dorado for the New Year
 PVNN
Come party this New Year's Eve with Planet X Television, the premier extreme cable sports channel in the United States, at the legendary El Dorado Beach Club and Restaurant.
Genetically Modified Food: We Are What We Eat!
 Tara Spears
Have you eaten genetically modified food? Do you know in which foods it can be found? Do you know what to do to avoid consuming them? Do you know its possible health effects? These are the questions that this guide seeks to respond to a consumer audience who demand this information and is increasingly more interested in healthy eating.
 Daiquiri Dick's Frequent Diner's Club
 Laura Gelezunas
There are hundreds of places to eat in the Puerto Vallarta area. Two couples have found their favorite local restaurant, and recently a enjoyed a special four-course lunch served to toast them as members of the Frequent Diner's Club.
Armi Grano and the Viva Jazz Trio at Encore Restaurant and Jazz Bar
 PVNN
Encore Restaurant and Jazz Bar is proud to present international songstylist Armi Grano and the Viva Jazz Trio. Showtime is 7:00 pm, Wednesdays through Saturdays during the high season.
Vera Bakery in Bucerias Satisfies the Sweet Tooth
 Kathleen Dobek
For the pastry and sweet lover, Vera Bakery in Bucerias, on the North Bay, is a gem. Sparkling fruits and cloud-like whipped cream garnish cheesecakes, tarts and éclairs. Chocolate abounds in brownies, chocolate chunk muffins and chocolate mousse cake. Savory food is available.
Only the Finest at Los Mercados
 Gary R. Beck
Los Mercados offers a distinguished approach to shopping on the South Side of Puerto Vallarta. Much like a fine art gallery, upon entering this large building turned into a two-story grouping of fine shops, immediately the visitor sees quality wherever the eyes are drawn.
Puerto Vallarta New Year's Eve Party Guide
 PVNN
Whether you choose to listen to live music, enjoy fine food, drink some champagne, dance the night away - or all of the above, Puerto Vallarta is the ideal place for those in search of the perfect New Year's Eve party - and you'll find everything you need to know right here on BanderasNews.
Mexico's Tequila Refines Its Act
 Joe Ray
In central Mexico where tequila is produced, there is an odd mix of timeless inspiring beauty and more recent modernization. Rolling fields are filled with the blue-green spiked leaves of the agave plant, against a backdrop of western movie-worthy buttes and canyons.
Christmas Dinner at Vallarta Restaurants
 PVNN
Spending the holidays in Vallarta? Whether you are in the mood for traditional Christmas fare or want to try something a little different, a number of Puerto Vallarta area restaurants are serving up holiday meals that'll keep you out of the kitchen - and in a festive mood!
Chocolate: A Truly Historic Treasure
 Kathleen Harris
The history of giving chocolate treasures at Christmas is long and global, from chocolate coins in stockings to chocolate santas and ribbon-wrapped boxes of truffles. This holiday season visit Xocodiva Artisan Chocolates for gifts designed to enchant those on your Christmas list.
Chaya / Cnidoscolus Aconitifolius / Euphorbiaceae: 'Tree Spinach' from the Yucatan
 Leslie Korn
Chaya, also known as "tree spinach," is one of the richest sources of nutrients among all the leafy greens with high levels of protein, calcium, potassium, iron, and carotene. It has shown glucose-lowering capacity in the lab and thus may be useful in preventing diabetes.
Casa Cupula: Creative Food in Good Taste
 Gary R. Beck
Casa Cupula owner Don Pickens, under the direction of Marco Quiñones, formerly with Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, recently opened 'Taste,' a new restaurant located high above Puerto Vallarta's Highway 200, serving 'Creative Food in Good Taste' for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
5th Annual Pet Picnic a Howling Success
 Laura Gelezunas
Over 40 dogs and close to 100 humans had a howling good time at the 5th Annual Pet Picnic. The patio at Daiquiri Dick's restaurant continues to host this animal lover's annual event, which took place this year on December 4th, and raised around $20,000 pesos for Ayuda a los Animales.
New Farmers' Market in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle
 Kathleen Dobek
La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, north of Puerto Vallarta on the Bay of Banderas, can now add a farmers/craft market to its list of attractions. Held every Sunday from 10 am until 2 pm, it is quickly growing each week, both in increasing numbers of vendors and visitors from the bay area.
December Becas Vallarta Breakfast at La Palapa
 Polly G. Vicars
Restaurant La Palapa will be the scene of the season's second Becas Breakfast on December 15th at 9:30 am. Those of you who have attended a Becas Breakfast at La Palapa in the past know that the food is delectable, the setting exotic, the waiters friendly and everyone always has fun. Join us!
Mexican Loteria at No Way José!
 Julie Bunker
Looking for something new and different to do? Stop by No Way José! for Happy Hour on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 4:30–7 pm and play Mexican Lotería. The first games will be played on December 9th with proceeds benefitting PuRR Project, a Puerto Vallarta no-kill cat shelter.
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