Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico – The exceptional dining scene in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit is once again making headlines, with several celebrated establishments receiving nominations for the prestigious 2025 CANIRAC Restaurant Merit Award. This recognition affirms the region’s status as a powerhouse of Mexican gastronomy. The awards ceremony will be a highlight of the La Sazón de la Experiencia Summit, scheduled for November 12 and 13 in Zapopan, Jalisco.
This summit is a significant gathering for the food service community, creating a prime opportunity for networking and business development. It will welcome restaurateurs, chefs, suppliers, managers, and students from key western and central Mexican states, including Jalisco, Nayarit, Colima, Michoacán, Aguascalientes, Querétaro, San Luis Potosí, Puebla, and Sinaloa. Attendees can look forward to conferences on food and beverages, an extensive business zone showcasing the latest offerings, and the much-anticipated awards presentation.
The CANIRAC Restaurant Merit Award, presented by the National Chamber of the Restaurant and Seasoned Food Industry, is considered the highest honor in the sector, having celebrated excellence for over three decades. This annual recognition honors individuals and businesses whose culinary excellence, commitment to constant innovation, and dedication to quality have successfully elevated the restaurant industry both within Mexico and around the world.
The nominated restaurants from Puerto Vallarta are competing in several prominent categories within Jalisco.
- Azul Botanas del Mar is recognized for its innovation with a nomination for Gastronomic Entrepreneurship of the Year.
- The late-night dining scene is well-represented, with Café des Artistes, La Palapa, and Tintoque vying for the title of Best Nightlife Dining Offering.
- For the most important meal of the day, Lukumbé has been nominated for the Best Breakfast Restaurant.
- Finally, the overall quality of the area is highlighted by nominations for Best Restaurant in Vallarta-Nayarit, which include Barcelona Tapas, Mariscos Fredy, and Tintoque.
These nominations showcase the breadth and quality of dining experiences available across the region. The CANIRAC awards also recognize excellence in many other categories, such as Best Restaurateurs of the Year, Best Start-up Restaurant, Best Chef in Jalisco, Best Hotel Restaurant, and Best Street Food. The public is encouraged to vote for their favorite nominees to support these local culinary gems.
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