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The Irreverent Chef: Fried Green Potatoes
 Liana Turner
I always thought that because potatoes are a member of the nightshade family, that any green parts of the tuber (that's the potato) or plant were extremely poisonous. I had read and heard it so many times, I just assumed that it was true...
Puerto Vallarta and the Mexican Iguana Affair
 Brad Crouch
If ever a movie transformed a town, The Night of the Iguana turned Puerto Vallarta from an anonymous fishing hamlet to a city that has outgrown its geographical boundaries.
A Rude Reminder That All is Not Yet Well in Paradise
 Linda Abbott Trapp
Boxes and boxes of new and gently-used shoes, clothing and toys, collected by Nuevo Vallarta residents Linda and Bob Trapp as donations to local children and charitable organizations, were confiscated by Mexican authourities at the Nogales border.
Upcoming PV Cultural and Sporting Events
 PVNN
Every year, Puerto Vallarta hosts a series of cultural and sporting events that are a magnet for visitors - and this year is no exception. Check out the PV Tourism Board's calendar of upcoming events to see what's happening around Banderas Bay.
 Boca Bento Latin Grill Moves to Mismaloya
 Mike Sole
Your heart can skip a beat to see a for rent/sale sign and no tables at one of the best restaurants in Puerto Vallarta. But then to find out that they have only moved to an amazing location in Mismaloya, you start to get a bit giddy...
Puerto Vallarta Upgrades Infrastructure, Offers Host of Festivals and Tournaments
 PVNN
A newly renovated and expanded cruise port and airport, new flights, world-class sports tournaments and cultural festivals are attracting more travelers and meetings and incentive groups to beautiful Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Acting Classes for Kids, Teens & Adults
 T.J. Hartung
Starting Monday, November 17th, professional actress and teacher Liv Boughn will be offering acting classes for kids, teens and adults at Santa Barbara Theater, 351 Olas Altas on the south side of Puerto Vallarta.
An Oasis in Downtown Puerto Vallarta
 Gary R. Beck
BanderasNews food writer and restaurant reviewer Gary R. Beck visits Restaurant Mestizo, an oasis in downtown Puerto Vallarta that embraces the spirit of an Old Mexico villa, and the delicious flavors of an unaffected Mexican menu.
Vallarta Orchid Society Lectures Continue
 T.J. Hartung
The Puerto Vallarta Orchid Society's lecture series continues this month with a discussion on 'Fragrant Orchids' at the Vallarta Botanical Gardens on Saturday, October 25th, starting at 1 pm. Admission to the talk is free.
Fall Resort and Recreational Property Update for Mexico
 John K. Glaab
Dr. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors reminds us that the low level of housing starts and the pent up demand for real estate will create a return to better market conditions in Mexico's second home market.
Avalon Travel Selects Puerto Vallarta Author for Eighth Edition of Popular Moon Guide
 PVNN
Local writer Robin Noelle was recently selected to author the eighth edition of the Moon Guide to Puerto Vallarta, a popular travel guide known for its eclectic authors and original content. The new PV edition is scheduled for publication in 2009.
Fighting HIV in the Banderas Bay Region
 Ed Thomas
Vallarta Enfrenta el SIDA, A.C. (known as VES, or as Vallarta Confronts AIDS in English) continues to be an essential partner in the fight against the HIV epidemic in the Banderas Bay region. Learn what the VES team has been up to this week.
len's life: Politically Incorrect? You Betcha! (wink, wink)
 Len
With the most important U.S. election of our lifetime a few weeks away, I thought it'd be fun to look back at former First Ladies to see if there was any correlation between their good or bad hair and the quality of their husbands, the Presidents.
Mixed Martial Arts Bouts at Collage on Saturday, October 18th
 Bob Cohen
Fighters are coming to Puerto Vallarta from Tlaxcala, Puebla, Guadalajara and Aguascalientes to participate in WFL2, a mix of Muay Thai and Vale Todo bouts presented by TAE Muay Gym, at the Collage Club this Saturday night at 8 pm.
Boutique Condo Community Ayia Launches This November in Punta Mita
 PVNN
Emini Equities, developer of Ayia Punta Mita, has announced the availability of 27 two-bedroom condominiums for sale starting this November at Punta Mita, a 1,500-acre, master-planned luxury resort community 45 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta.
Reeling in Students at the College Fair
 Jessica Reyes
On October 3rd, Marina Vallarta's Marriott Hotel hosted a college extravaganza. More than 400 hopeful students set out to gather information about their future universities, talking directly to college representatives from around the world.
Grand Velas Wins Award for Luxury Spa Design
 PRWeb
Grand Velas Spa, the crown jewel of Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort in Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, Mexico, just 15 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta, received a prestigious award for Luxury (Five-Star) Hotel Spa Design at the 2008 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards.
 Simple Online Solutions for Overseas Voters
 overseasvotefoundation.org
Combined, the new Vote-Print-Mail Ballot System together with the Express Your Vote ballot return system could significantly change the number of timely ballots returning from overseas and military voters, reduce the rejection rate and ultimately boost the impact of overseas and military voting in 2008.
After School Fun for Students & Teachers
 Laura Gelezunas
Banderas Bay area teachers are switching places with their students by using their free time to take Casa Comunidad's teacher training courses, which give them the tools they need to offer students fun and educational after school programs.
The Breakfast Club is Back!
 Pamela Thompson
If you're looking forward to meeting new friends, chatting with old ones, and finding out what's going on in PV, stop by the Lion's Club on Friday, November 7th at 10 am for this season's first meeting of the Puerto Vallarta Breakfast Club.
The Irreverent Chef: Things to Bring From the "Old Country"
 Liana Turner
I haven't been to the U.S. lately, and it seems like the longer I stay here, the less I miss from North of the Border. Now that I am planning a trip, though, my mind constantly wanders onto the same subject... What should I bring back?
Coco is Back with an October 14 Opening!
 Polly G. Vicars
Many friends and neighbors have asked, "What happened to Coco's Kitchen?" Well, here's the answer: Coco, her lovely daughter Vanessa and their great staff will be opening on Tuesday, October 14 at Barrio Sur, Calle Pulpito 122 on PV's south side.
Enter PV09 and Take Advtantage of Free Seminars
 Rich Roberts
In light of current events, there's a case to be made that sailing off to Mexico in Del Rey Yacht Club's PV09 International Race Series to Puerto Vallarta next Jan. 31 makes economic sense for several reasons.
CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa Educating Future Generations
 PVNN
CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & SPA, in their continued commitment to providing opportunities for the next generation, is launching a six month hospitality training program for young people from challenging backgrounds.
October Puerto Vallarta Art Talk
 Barbara Peters
October kicks off the official opening of the Puerto Vallarta art season. The first Old Town Art Walk will take place on October 29th, with all 16 galleries decorated with a Day of the Dead theme.
Good Head - Two Can Sometimes Be Better Than One
 Just Len!
As you read this, you'll notice that the column name has changed. And you'll soon notice that's not the only thing changing. It's no longer just about Using Your Head. It's a new attitude, a new outlook and most of all a new title... Just Len!
Galleria Dante Reopens for the Season
 Claire and Joe Guarniere
After a busy summer, Galleria Dante reopened on October 1st. This year marks Claire and Joe Guarniere's 20th anniversary of doing business in Vallarta, and they are planning lots of exciting exhibitions and events for the upcoming art season.
Marina La Cruz Presented at AMPI Meeting
 PVNN
The New Marina La Cruz development was the subject of a presentation by Christian Mancebo and Maria Joaquina at the monthly A.M.P.I. Riviera Nayarit meeting on October 2nd at the lovely Casa Tsil in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle.
Hot Property from Tropicasa Realty: La Cima III
 PVNN
This 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath luxury condominium overlooking Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay comes fully furnished in a modern, elegant style that is warm and comfortable with seldom seen attention to practical details.
Frolic in Nature and Taste the Culture in Riviera Nayarit
 Irene Butler
Nothing compares to the thrill of witnessing the beauty, harmony and grace of the Humpback whales that inhabit the Bay of Banderas. The anticipation, the boat trip, and the first glimpse all add up to one of those never-to-be-forgotten moments.
Chihuahua Stars Rushed to Rescue Pampered Pooches
 World Entertainment News
Actress Piper Perabo and the cast of new family film Beverly Hills Chihuahua turned into dog rescuers on the set of the film when floods threatened to drown their pampered pooch co-stars.
PV Honors Sculptor Alejandro Colunga
 PVNN
If you missed the tribute to Jalisco artist Alejandro Colunga that took place on the Puerto Vallarta Malecón last month, be sure to watch the exclusive video footage that BanderasNews videographer Ray Dion captured during the September 29 ceremony.
Finding Your Puerto Vallarta Dream Home
 Laura Gelezunas
After 20 years of practicing law in the States, Sherri Narro and her husband retired to Puerto Vallarta, where she began her second career - helping people find Puerto Vallarta Dream Homes and luxury properties from Mismaloya to Punta de Mita and beyond.
Yelapa: An Indigenous Community on Our Bay, But Outside of Time
 Carolina McCall
Yelapa is not just another little dusty Mexican village by the side of the road. It is a place of pride and rich history. If you come to visit or stay, know that you are a special guest of a unique indigenous community.
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