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 Vallarta Lifestyles' Restaurant Week 2009 Wrap-Up
 Gary R. Beck
Over the course of the 17 day Restaurant Week 2009, which took place from May 15th-31st, Puerto Vallarta restaurant reviewer Gary R. Beck escorted small groups of food lovers to participating restaurants - and you can read his reviews right here on BanderasNews.
 Vallarta Food Drive Extremely Successful
 Pamela Thompson
I must say that when I first dreamed of making the Vallarta Food Drive a reality I never, in my wildest imaginings, believed - or even hoped - for such outstanding support, organization, love and hard work that has been taking place in our community since the program's inception.
Daiquiri Dick's Summer Sizzle 2009
 Laura Gelezunas
Nothing like a hot menu to cool you off this summer. Back by popular demand, Daiquiri Dick's features its Summer Sizzle Menu. From June through August the culinary treat will feature a different country. Sample flavors from around the world, without ever leaving Puerto Vallarta.
The Swine Flew on Prudential Pig Day
 Marilyn Newman
Not to make light of the recent A(H1N1) pandemic that has hit globally, or of the individuals who have been effected most, Prudential Vallarta wanted to bring a bit of relief to the otherwise serious perspective we are all experiencing by declaring Wednesday, May 27, as Prudential Pig Day.
Hurricane Preparedness List
 Kelly Trainor de O.
The 2009 Eastern Pacific hurricane and tropical storm season officially started on May 15. The US consular in Puerto Vallarta has released the following list of emergency items that every citizen living in or traveling to storm-prone regions should have on hand during hurricane season.
Le Kliff Restaurant Week Review
Gary R. Beck
Since Le Kliff has reached international fame for its unusual architecture and stunning sunsets, not to mention it's gourmet cuisine, we could not pass up the opportunity to take advantage of the specially priced 3-course menu presented during Vallarta Restaurant Week 2009.
Stars and Events Boost Vallarta Tourism
 PVNN
As part of the 'Vive Mexico' campaign launched by Felipe Calderon, Lorena Ochoa, the world's #1 LPGA player, made two public appearances in Puerto Vallarta on May 30th, kicking off a series of events designed to quicken the financial recuperation of this popular Mexican beach resort.
Crearte Summer Art Courses in La Cruz
 Flor Hernandez
An Art School run by art professionals has just been opened in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, offering classes for children and adults in drawing and painting, fabric painting, penmanship, pastel, papier mache and Mexican arts and crafts. Summer courses start July 20th, 2009.
Restaurant Week at Barcelona Tapas
 Gary R. Beck
Serving up both excellent bay views and small plates of delicious tapas meant to be shared amongst guests, Barcelona Tapas is the ideal place for eating out with friends - and those are just some of the reasons that it was on the top of my list of places to visit during Vallarta Restaurant Week.
Puerto Vallarta Celebrates 91st Anniversary
 PVNN
The main plaza in El Centro is the place to be on Sunday as Puerto Vallarta celebrates it 91st anniversary as a municipality and 41st year as an official city with free concerts, dancing in the streets and fabulous fireworks over the bay.
Cilantro's Restaurant Week Review
Gary R. Beck
In addition to unique menu selections, Cilantro's serves up a fantastic view of Puerto Vallarta's most famous landmark, the uniquely crowned Our Lady of Guadalupe Cathedral, an extensive wine list and creative cocktails, all of which we immensely enjoyed during Restaurant Week 2009.
Prudential Vallarta Agents Enjoy Catch and Release of the Day!
 Marilyn Newman
Prudential Vallarta Agents Kym Raa González, Fernando Cruz and Hector González recently spent a great day of catch and release fishing just off of Punta Negra. Here's their story and some catch and release guidelines to ensure that future generations can also enjoy the thrill of fishing.
Boomers in Paradise: Living in Puerto Vallarta
 James Tipton
Robert Nelson's Boomers in Paradise: Living in Puerto Vallarta, profiles fourteen "baby boomers" who now reside in Puerto Vallarta. The book, though, will be of interest to any expatriate (or would-be expatriate) whether or not they live in Vallarta.
Restaurant Week at Trattoria Michel
Gary R. Beck
Swiss Michel Pascal Ferrari brings his knowledge of authentic Italian cuisine to bring Puerto Vallarta the traditional tastes of Tuscany at his south side restaurant, Trattoria Michel, where we enjoyed 'una notte italiana' right here in Puerto Vallarta during Restaurant Week 2009.
Banderas Bay Food Drive Update
 PVNN
Seems that every time an opportunity to give back to the community presents itself, PVRPV jumps in with both feet. Most recently, they've joined Pamela Thompson in her efforts to help locals meet the basic needs of their families by collecting food to be distributed via DIF's various programs.
Vista Grill Restaurant Week Review
Gary R. Beck
At Vista Grill, Executive Chef Sergio Esquivel and his fine group of 'cocineros' present eclectic and creative cuisine, beautifully presented. Add to this top-notch service, gorgeous views, and the special Restaurant Week menu and you'll enjoy an evening that is as memorable as it is unique.
Lorena Ochoa Promotes Puerto Vallarta
 PVNN
The world's #1 LPGA player, Lorena Ochoa, will be in Puerto Vallarta this Saturday, May 30. At 10 am she will be playing at the Vista Vallarta Jack Nicklaus Golf Course, and at 5:30 pm she will be named Jalisco's Tourist Ambassador in a ceremony at Los Arcos Amphitheater. Both events are open to the public.
Extraordinary Discounts for Summer Holidays in Puerto Vallarta
 Roger Dubois
Expecting frenzy for Puerto Vallarta rentals, Neptune Realtors, one of the top-notch realty agencies in the Marina, announced extraordinary discounts for the summer holidays in Puerto Vallarta.
La Cruz Marina: A Landmark on Banderas Bay
 Casagenoa’s Blog
Not many coastal destinations can boast of a marina like the one at La Cruz. Marina Riviera Nayarit, also known as La Cruz Marina is a full-service marina located just ten miles away from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Restaurant Week at Vitea
Gary R. Beck
During Restaurant Week 2009, we visited Vitea Oceanfront Bistro, an intimate oceanfront bistro and bar offering classic and contemporary European fare in a casual atmosphere. But enough about the ambiance - what counts here is the exceptional fare, which is both classic and original...
Pacific Panoramas at Villa Mareja Alta
 Laura Gelezunas
Just five minutes south of downtown Puerto Vallarta, Villa Mareja Alta epitomizes life on the sandy beach with view-filled rooms and comfortable styling. Located on Amapas Beach in lower Conchas Chinas, this splendid home revels in the splendor of the Mexican Riviera.
Las Alamandas Resort Helps Boost Return to Mexico
 PRNewswire
Costalegre's Las Alamandas Resort today announced a bold plan to help travelers return to Paradise by offering a One-Shot Summer Special with up to 60% off of room rates plus FREE additional nights.
Tikul Restaurant Week Review
Gary R. Beck
Tikul's artfully prepared and presented Pacific Cuisine, excellent wine selection, fabulous service and spectacular views of Marina Vallarta, plus a look at their special 3-course Vallarta Restaurant Week 2009 menu, put this gourmet restaurant on the top of my list of places to visit this month.
More Information About Purchasing Ejido Land
 Mike Hansen
After re-reading Ejido Land FAQs, an article I wrote with the intention of making a complicated subject easy to understand for a general audience, I realized that my message could be misinterpreted. Therefore, I have rewritten the article to try and make everything crystal clear.
Summer Happenings at El Arrayán...
 Patrick Harrison
Learn traditional Mexican cooking techniques in Puerto Vallarta this summer. On June 9th, owner Carmen Porras and Chef Mariano Valdés will once again be sharing a few of their culinary secrets during a hands-on cooking class at Vallarta's favorite Mexican Restaurant, El Arrayán.
Restaurant Week at The River Café
Gary R. Beck
The River Cafe's creative and ever-changing menu always offers diners a wide range of national and International dishes created with only the finest ingredients and elegantly eye-catching plate presentations, but they've really outdone themselves with their Restaurant Week 2009 menu!
The Banderas Beat for May 25, 2009
 with Laura Gelezunas
In this edition of Banderas Beat, Laura gives us an inside look at the 11th International Symposium of Fireworks, which took place from April 20-24, and how one local non-profit organization made a day of family fun into a fantastic fund raising event.
HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta News
 Pamela Thompson
Even though things slow down a bit as the heat and humidity return to Puerto Vallarta, there are some great summertime specials and quite a few clinics planned for the next few months. Here at HealthCare Resources, we're busy making plans for next season's new projects, clinics and services.
PVYAFCA: Vallarta Video Fishing Report
 Phil Kerr
The Puerto Vallarta Yachting and Fishing Charter Association is an energetic and forward-looking company using virtual tours as way of marketing charter boats, in the Puerto Vallarta area. Here's their report on the local fishing scene for mid-May.
Trío Restaurant Week Review
Gary R. Beck
The Restaurant Week menu at Trio exemplifies the outstanding Mediterranean cuisine served at this upscale restaurant. Serving "food cooked with love," chef-owners Bernhard Guth and Ulf Henriksson personally see that every dish meets their exacting standards and that every guest is satisfied.
Vallarta Celebrates 91 Years with Fabulous Fireworks & Festivities
 PVNN
The 2nd Annual National Fireworks Competition, scheduled to take place at the Augustine Contreras Flowers Sports Stadium on May 30th, is a prelude to the festivities planned for May 31st, when the city celebrates its 91st anniversary as a municipality and 41st year as an official city.
Spanish Classes Continue at BBCC
 Judi Conrad
Jorge Gutierrez Soria, who is licensed in the communication sciences and has 15 years teaching experience with the University of Guadalajara's "Centro de Estudios Extranjeros," continues to offer beginning Spanish classes at the The Bucerias Bilingual Community Center.
Restaurant Week at Hacienda San Ángel
Gary R. Beck
Between Chef Eduardo Mitchaca's Mexican infused international cuisine, the boutique hotel's luxurious surroundings and the fabulous views of downtown, Banderas Bay and Puerto Vallarta's famous sunsets, a visit to Hacienda San Angel during Restaurant Week is a must!
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