Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - The mere mention of Italian food conjures up very specific images, dishes and aromas. While the stereotypical Italian restaurant in America, and pretty much any country outside of Italy, typically serves up plates of hot pasta with tomato or cream-based sauces, this is far from true Italian cuisine.

You have a chance to sample innovative Italian food during the Summer Sizzle at Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant in sunny Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Every week visit a different country and through August 13th, Italy is the chosen culinary destination. There are three courses with choices for each course, plus a complimentary drink for $299 pesos.

Executive Chef Ignacio Uribe and his team have come up with some great dishes.

The Flavors of Italy - August 8th-13th
Served from 5:30-11:30 pm. Select one item from each category. A complimentary beverage is included for $299 pesos. Not subject to any other discounts.

Appetizers

• Spinach Salad with Cranberries, Toasted Almonds and a Poppy and Sesame Seed Vinaigrette

• Cherry Tomato and Mozzarella Crostini with Balsamic Drizzle

• Beef Carpaccio with Arugula, Parmesan Cheese and Fresh Pepper

Entrées

• Melanzane alla Parmigiana - Baked Eggplant with Tomato Sauce and Mozzarella and Parmesan Cheese

• Pollo alla Cacciatora - Chicken simmered with Herbs, Olives and Vegetables

• Spaghetti Carbonara with Serrano Ham, Bacon, Garlic, Egg and Parmesan

Desserts

• Tiramisu
• Pine Nut Pie
• Gelato with Pistachio Biscotti

The staff at Daiquiri Dick's will uphold the Italian tradition of enjoying prolonged, multi-course meals that celebrate life and cuisine as equal partners at the table. Buon Pasto!

Open daily from 9 am to 11 pm, Daiquiri Dick's offers elegant dining in a relaxed atmosphere for breakfast, lunch or dinner. (Closed on Tuesdays through October.) Visa, MasterCard and Banamex accepted. Reservations are recommended and can be made at DDPV.com.