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 Mark's Bar & Grill: A Love Story
 Roberta Rand
Like so many successful partnerships, Mark McMahon and Jan Marie Benton, proprietors of Mark's Bar & Grill, are a study in contrasts. Mark is the taciturn 'man's man' who purchased the cantina in 1986, and Jan is the ebullient New Zealander who elevated it to a sophisticated restaurant.
Hacienda Jalisco: True Mexican Hospitality
 Gary R. Beck
The enchantment of true Mexican hospitality coupled with exquisite cuisine marks Hacienda Jalisco in San Sebastian del Oeste as a destination we urge everyone to experience, especially if you are enthralled with history and magical vibrations.
Don Keating: El Coloso’s Candy Man and Vallarta’s Friend...
 Tracy Parks
When I first met Don Keating a few years back at Apaches Bar on the south side of Vallarta, I became overwhelmed with the feeling I’d met him somewhere before. Perhaps I had, but what I think I was sensing was his keen sense of connection to everything and everyone around him.
Everything Food with Seth: In Praise of Tongue (Lengua)
 Seth Cloutman
The history of eating tongue dates back to Paleolithic times when hunters preferred the higher fat content meats including feet and organs over the leaner cuts. Over history many cultures have devised their own way of preparing the dish. In Mexico they are most often eaten in tacos.
John Mooney Live in Puerto Vallarta
 Ron Golden
Considered by many to be the world’s greatest solo acoustic bluesman, John Mooney will bring his signature syncopated delta blues to beautiful Puerto Vallarta, Mexico for three incredible performances at the Casa Iguana Hotel & Residences in Magical Mismaloya - Friday Nov. 20 at 9 pm, Saturday Nov 21 at 9 pm, Sunday Nov 22 at 3 pm.
 Tracking the Heartbeat of Banderas Bay
 Banderas Beat with Laura Gelezunas
Celebrated each year from the end of October to the beginning of November, Mexico's Días de Muertos honor and remember loved ones who have died. In this edition of Banderas Beat, Laura visits Patzcuaro, Michoacán, where the Day of the Dead celebrations are especially impressive.
Spotlight on Vallarta: Serenity Now in Funky Bucerias
 SF Productions
This week, the Spotlight on Vallarta crew profile the quaint village of Bucerías, in the state of Nayarit, only a stone's throw from Puerto Vallarta, but a world away when it comes to Mexican small-town charm.
Becas Vallarta Making Dreams Come True
 Polly G. Vicars
An August weekend of meeting with more than 300 scholarship students for the 2009-10 school year left me and my fellow Becas members literally feeling like a million dollars. Today I want you to meet a few of those young Becas Vallarta scholars who are currently in Puerto Vallarta schools.
Little Likelihood of Arrests in Local Murders: Journalist
 CTV.ca
The likelihood that investigators will bring to justice the killers of two Canadian men slain in Puerto Vallarta over the weekend is slim, says a journalist working in the region.
More on Fideicomiso and Voluntary Disclosure Program
 John Dillinger
According to Northern California Public Information Officer of IRS-Criminal Investigation Agent Lee, a Fideicomiso is in fact a Foreign Trust and is therefore subject to IRS Foreign Trust reporting requirements. On September 23rd the deadline was extended to October 15th.
2009–2010 Puerto Vallarta Art Walk
 PVNN
Every October kicks off the official opening of the Puerto Vallarta "art season," and this year's Viejo Vallarta Art Walk, which begins on October 28th, promises to be the best ever, with art galleries and events spotlighting local and internationally known artists.
On the Water with Vallarta Fishing Experience Host Stan Gabruk
 SF Productions
Sportfishing in Puerto Vallarta is shifting into high gear, amigos, with some impressive fish coming off the boats in the Marina Vallarta. Finally, it's fish city at Corbeteña and El Banco. Marlin, Sailfish, Dorado and yes, even Yellowfin Tuna, are biting bigtime.
Reports of 2 Canadian Men Killed in Puerto Vallarta
 Canadian Newswires
Two Canadian men have been killed by gunmen at a Puerto Vallarta condominium. Reports say both men were shot to death at close range early Sunday morning. Witnesses believed the two Canadians knew the men who shot them.
Bingo for Beans and Babies a Success!
 pvrpv.com
The last BINGO for Beans and Babies, which took place on September 24th at Bite me! Beach Club, drew a record crowd of 79 people. Together we raised $10,440 pesos in support of Pasitos de Luz, surpassing our goal of $100,000 pesos and we still have the Oct 1st closing night party to go!
Meet Doctor Pedro Lopez-Cueto
 Pamela Thompson
Doctor Pedro Lopez-Cueto is an Engish speaking Urologist in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico who has specialized knowledge and skills regarding problems of the male and female urinary tract and the male reproductive organs.
Puerto Vallarta October Health News
 Pamela Thompson
As September winds down, we that have been here in Puerto Vallarta all summer are excited for folks to return so that we can say 'Bienvenidos' to all of our friends! October is going to be a jam-packed month with HealthCare Resources offering numerous clinics and special events.
CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa Earns World Travel Awards for Mexico & Central America Leading Family Resort
 Josefina Naya
The CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa has been awarded twice, as a Mexico Leading Family Resort & Central America Leading Family Resort, for the World Travel Awards. The ceremony for the chapter North & Central America's was held at Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo.
Hurricane & Emergency Preparedness Meeting
 Kelly Trainor de O.
The U.S. Consular Agency Vallarta invites American Citizens in the Municipalities of Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco and Bahía de Banderas, Nayarit to a town meeting for hurricane and emergency preparedness at 11 am (Jalisco time) on September 30 at Paradise Plaza in Nuevo Vallarta.
Lonely Planet's "Puerto Vallarta & Pacific Mexico"
 Joanna Mazewski
Discover a side of Mexico that you haven't seen before, and one that includes a captivating backdrop that goes along with the lively and sophisticated nightlife that is years away from the college booze infestation currently known and seen in Cancun.
BINGO for Beans & Babies Mad Hatter Party
 Kieran Justason
12 weeks of BINGO for Beans & Babies fun will culminate on October 1st with the 'Mad Hatter' closing party to celebrate the success of our collective efforts on behalf of Pasitos de Luz and the Puerto Vallarta Summer Food Drive. So plug in your glue gun and start planning now!
The BanderasNews Entertainment Report
 Precision Productions
In this edition of The BanderasNews Report, Nicole takes a look at a cooking class with El Arrayán Restaurant owner Carmen Porras, tells us about the Medical Tourism Expo that's taking place at Plaza Caracol this weekend and some not-to-be-missed upcoming events.
Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
 Twila Crawford
Whether you are sitting in the US Consular's office, a taxi or a friend's home, walking down the street or lounging on the beach, you never know what you're going to see or who you're going to meet when you are Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.
La Palapa Restaurant Celebrates 50 Years
 Vallarta Tribune
For 50 years, La Palapa Restaurant has been combining gourmet cuisine, friendly service, and the tropical setting of Los Muertos Beach to achieve the perfect balance between fine dining and the warmth and charm characteristic of Puerto Vallarta Mexico.
A BanderasNews Brief & Upcoming Events
 Mike A. Arevalo
There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay, it can be difficult to keep up with it all. So we've put together a brief overview of some of this week's news headlines and added some upcoming events you won't want to miss.
World Tourism Day Food Fare
 PVNN
As part of the city's World Tourism Day celebrations, more than 20 Puerto Vallarta restaurants will be offering samples of their most popular dishes at the Presidencia Municipal (City Hall) on Sunday, September 27th starting at 7 pm.
Mexico's Velas Resorts Celebrates Day of the Dead-Themed Cocktails
 E MediaWire
In celebration of Mexico's Day of the Dead on November 1st and 2nd, Velas Resorts is brewing festive concoctions in honor of this special holiday.
Foreign Trust Reporting Deadline Extended
John Dillinger
On September 21, 2009, the Internal Revenue Service announced a one-time extension of the deadline for special voluntary disclosures by taxpayers with unreported income from hidden offshore accounts. These taxpayers now have until Oct. 15, 2009.
6.4 Earthquake Reported Off Mexico's Coast
 RTTNews
An earthquake measuring 6.4 on the Richter scale struck Thursday off the Pacific coast of Mexico, reported the U.S. Geological Survey. The temblor, occurring at 3:16 a.m. EDT (0716 GMT), had its epicenter 170 miles (275 kilometers) southwest of Puerto Vallarta.
Celebrate Yom Kippur in Puerto Vallarta
 Seth Cloutman
We had such a wonderful time of communion at our Rosh HaShana dinner that the guests asked me to prepare a breaking of the fast dinner for Yom Kippur. Therefore, on September 28th as the sun sets I will be preparing a special meal in a hillside home overlooking downtown Vallarta.
BBCC San Sebastian Art and Cultural Tours
 Denise Fiske-Chow
The Bucerias Bilingual Community Center (Centro Comunitario Bilingue de Bucerias) is offering a four night, five day Art and Cultural Retreat in San Sebastian with 3 different sessions to choose from: November 16-20, 2009; January 11-15, 2010 and March 8-12, 2010.
The Sarcastic Gourmet: AmapaSunset
 Precision Productions
Join Nicole Martin for the debut of her bimonthly video series, 'The Sarcastic Gourmet.' In this episode Nicole visits Amapas Sunset, a fabulous new Puerto Vallarta beachfront restaurant serving up gourmet food and fantastic views of Banderas Bay in casually elegant surrounds.
This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
 Paramount Bay #206
From the developers of the renowned La Cima, Paramount Bay offers sleek and sophisticated living in the exclusive Las Amapas neighborhood. Located on a bluff just above Highway 200, these affordable luxury condos raise the Puerto Vallarta real estate bar to a new level.
Puerto Vallarta Little League Heads Towards 2nd Season
 Bob Cohen
The Puerto Vallarta Little League will begin its second year of play at the end of November. For the past two weeks, League President Miguel Vargas has been holding tryouts each Saturday and has had a good turnout of youngsters.
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