Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico - It is the largest celebration in the world. Mardi Gras is known for crazy parades, parties and wearing fun, colorful costumes. It is called 'Mardi Gras' mainly in France and the United States. The rest of the world calls it 'Carnival,' or 'Carnaval.' The celebration originated in Italy during the mid 1100s and grew to immense proportions over the centuries.

This party of parties has survived even though some priests and rulers have canceled it when things got too out of control, but it would soon reappear even after being outlawed.

The celebration extends into the kitchen at Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta. Executive Chef Ignacio Uribe, Chef de Cuisine Hugo Mejia and Sous Chef Rogelio Garcia have assembled a festive menu so you can sample Mardi Gras/Carnival style food without leaving Banderas Bay.

You can dig into this special a la carte menu from Monday, February 8th to Wednesday the 10th and dinner is served from 5 to 11 pm.

Starters

• Fried Oysters with Horseradish Sauce
• Warm Okra Salad with Bacon, Green Onions, Bell Pepper and Cherry Tomato
• Spring Salad with Prosciutto, Broccoli, Celery, Green Onions, Grapes, Raisins and Almonds with a White Wine Dressing

Main Courses

• Jambalaya with Shrimp, Chicken, Andouille Sausage and Rice
• Sausage and Chicken Gumbo with Fried Okra
• Blackened Salmon with Corn and Cherry Tomato Relish served with Succotash

Desserts

• Beignets
• Bananas Foster

Mardi Gras cuisine is very flavorful and full of surprises. Grab some friends and head to Daiquiri Dick's for lively evenings and wonderful food.

During the winter season reservations are recommended, 222-0566. Just a note about our reservation policy: Reservations are held for a maximum of 15 minutes. They do not guarantee particular tables, although they make every effort to accommodate requests. This policy is in place to ensure the integrity of all reservations.

Daiquiri Dick's, An Exceptional Experience.

Open daily from 9 am to 11 pm, Daiquiri Dick's offers elegant dining in a relaxed atmosphere for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Visa, MasterCard and Banamex accepted. Reservations are recommended and can be made online at ddpv.com.