Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico – The Ceviche and Aguachile Festival, one of the most anticipated culinary events of the year, returns for its fourteenth edition on Saturday, July 29 with at least 12 Puerto Vallarta restaurants participating.
Set to take place at Hidalgo Park from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm, the festival promises to delight foodies with around 50 different styles of two of the city’s most traditional dishes – Ceviche & Aguachile – at very reasonable prices. Local chefs will put their talent into each preparation, offering a unique culinary experience.
A traditional Mexican dish, Ceviche is a concoction of fresh fish or shrimp “cooked” (marinated) in lime juice with tomatoes, onions and green chilies. But the Puerto Vallarta recipe is a little different than what you’ll typically find in other regions. In the Banderas Bay area, carrots, cucumber, cilantro, and other ingredients are often added to the mix.
The second traditional dish that participating restaurants will be offering is Aguachile. Similar to Ceviche, the most classic version is made with fresh raw shrimp, cucumber, red onion, lime juice, and chiles (typically serranos or jalapeños) that have been pulverized with some water – hence the name. It’s usually served with avocado and tostadas, along with beer and tequila.
During the festival, both specialties will be served on tostadas, and you can sample many different varieties, along with other seafood specialties prepared by local restaurants. Prices start at 50 pesos per serving, with a portion of the proceeds going to the Municipal DIF System to support its social programs.
In addition to all of the delicious food, the event will feature a wide range of entertainment. Visitors will be able to enjoy live performances by talented local musicians and lively DJ’s, which will create a festive atmosphere throughout the afternoon. For those looking to cool off, there will be stalls offering aguas frescas, craft beers and raicilla cocktails, and other refreshments.
Due to intense summer sun, Edgar Cisneros, the festival’s organizer, has arranged covered areas with tables and chairs so that attendees can comfortably enjoy food and entertainment. In addition, the park is pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friends along.
It is estimated that, throughout the day, approximately 2,500 people will come out the park to savor the most delicious ceviches and aguachiles, a festive atmosphere, and the warmth and joy of the Mexican people.
Make plans now to come out to Parque Hidalgo on Saturday, July 29 between 12-8 pm, for the Fourteenth Festival del Ceviche y Aguachile. Admission is free.
For more information, visit the Festival del Ceviche y Aguachile PV Facebook page.
