Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - The mere mention of Italian food conjures up very specific images, dishes and aromas. While the stereotypical Italian restaurant in America, and pretty much any country outside of Italy, usually serves up plates of hot pasta with tomato or cream-based sauces or a big slice of pizza, this is far from true Italian cuisine, which encompasses a wide variety of cooking styles and tastes.

The differences in Italian cooking really show up between the northern and southern parts of the country. Each region has its own traditions that reflect the deep history and culture of that area.

You have a chance to sample innovative Italian food on this week's Summer Sizzle Menu at Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Every week visit a different country and July 23-27, 2015, Italy is the chosen culinary destination.

There are three courses for $299 pesos and choices for each course or you can order your favorite appetizer, entrée or dessert a la carte. There is also an extensive wine list that you can pair your meal, ask your waiter for details.

Executive Chef, Ignacio Uribe, Chef de Cuisine, Hugo Mejia and Sous Chef, Rogelio Garcia have come up with some great dishes and dinner is served from 5 to 11 pm.

The Flavors of Italy - July 23-27, 2015

Appetizers

• Grilled Panzanella Salad with Arugula, Cherry Tomato and Grilled Onions
• Green Minestrone with Leeks, Peas, Fava Beans, Arugula, Parsley and Parmesan
• Vitello Tonnato with Tuna Caper Sauce

Main Courses

• Salmon Poached in Olive Oil and Lemon, served over Artichoke and Sundried Tomato Confit with Grilled Bell Peppers

• Chicken Saltimboca served with Sauteed Spinach and Marsala Wine Sauce

• Spaghetti a la Carbonara with Prosciutto and Bacon Toasted with Garlic & finished with Egg and Parmesan Cheese

Desserts
• Tiramisu Pot with Dark Rum
• Vanilla Panna Cotta with Mixed Berry Compote

The staff at Daiquiri Dick's will uphold the Italian tradition of enjoying prolonged, multi-course meals that celebrate life and cuisine as equal partners at the table.

Daiquiri Dick's, an exceptional experience.

Open daily from 9 am to 11 pm, (closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in July and August and the month of September) Daiquiri Dick's offers elegant dining in a relaxed atmosphere for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Visa, MasterCard and Banamex accepted. Reservations are recommended and can be made online at ddpv.com.