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 Xocodiva: PV's Premier House of Chocolate
 Gary R. Beck
After enjoying a fabulous dinner during Vallarta Restaurant Week 2011, we strolled over to Ródolfo Gómez and stopped in at Xocodiva Artisan Chocolates, which is open daily from 10 am to 10 pm for people desiring a fantastic chocolate fix.
Answers to Your Interior Design Questions
 Greg Wolfson Interiors
A former TV Set Decorator, Greg Wolfson is also an Interior Designer specializing in turn-key residential design in Puerto Vallarta, Palm Springs and Los Angeles. Here, he answers your home decor and interior design questions.
Salsa & Margarita Tasting at Exclamac!on
 Julie Bunker
Exclamac!on, a great Mexican Café located on Morelos Street in downtown Vallarta, is having a Tasting Event to benefit the Purr Project no-kill cat shelter on June 11th from 2-5 pm. Come and indulge yourself in an afternoon of exotic and unique Salsas and Margaritas - for a good cause!
10 PV Restaurants Win Star Diamond Award
 Rodrigo López Becerril
Once again Puerto Vallarta's status as a gourmet destination has been confirmed. The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences announced that 11 restaurants in Mexico received the prestigious Star Diamond Award 2011, and ten of them are right here in Puerto Vallarta.
Barcelona Tapas Restaurant Week Review
 Gary R. Beck
Barcelona Tapas is the ideal place for eating out with friends, and that is just one of the reasons why it was the perfect place to spend a night out on the town during this year's Vallarta Restaurant Week. Another reason is their special 3-course menu for only $189 pesos!
The Charlie da Clown Show
 Alex Gomez
The year is 1984, which didn't exactly turn out as George Orwell expected, but not as great we would have hoped, and live from Las Vegas (soon to be known as the Death Star of entertainment,) the American Broadcasting Network brings us the 'Charlie da Clown Show,' now in its 20th season.
Riviera Nayarit 2011 Half Marathon Nov 19
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Preparation is the key to success, so this month, organizers announced that the 3rd Riviera Nayarit Touristic Half Marathon will take place on November 19, 2011, and they are already working to attract a larger number of participants and to create a better competition.
Vallarta Restaurant Week at El Dorado
 Gary R. Beck
Offering fabulous Asiatic/Latin cuisine, El Dorado is another not-to-be-missed place to visit during Vallarta Restaurant Week. Opened in 1961 by the Guillermo Wulff family, this Playa Los Muertos landmark has evolved into a casually elegant beachfront restaurant.
Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
 Green Bay Penthouse - Nuevo Vallarta
Located in the Green Bay condominium complex on the prestigious El Tigre Golf Course in Nuevo Vallarta, this spectacular 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath loft penthouse features amazing indoor and outdoor living areas highlighted by a two story vaulted ceiling over the main living area.
Old Town Farmers' Market Closing June 4th
 Kathleen Harris
On June 4th Puerto Vallarta's Old Town Farmer's Market will finish an incredibly successful second season, so be sure and join us to stock up before we close. From November through May over 32,000 customers shopped at the market and 114 vendors showcased their products.
Travel Weekly to Feature Riviera Nayarit
Riviera Nayarit CVB
Riviera Nayarit is a refuge for the famous, with the best surf conditions and a series of innovative activities. This has made important national and international publications place it as one of the top travel destinations for the upcoming summer vacation period.
 Mexico Real Estate Market on the Upswing
 Laura Gelezunas
In a recent speech, President Calderon stated that Mexico's real estate market is pulling through the rough economic times. It's not just the economic recovery, but developers' ability to adapt to today's market. As such, Signature by Pinnacle offers a new investment opportunity.
Restaurant Week 2011 at Coco's Kitchen
Gary R. Beck
Coco Iñiguez and daughter Vanessa Villegas continue their fine breakfast and lunch items for which the ladies have been famous in Southside for years, however, a visit during 2011 Vallarta Restaurant Week proved that Coco's Kitchen is also a great spot for an evening meal.
Vallarta to Host Miss Mexico Pageant
 BanderasNews.com
August is always one of the hottest months of the year in Puerto Vallarta, but it will be even hotter this year as Mexican beauties vie for the title of Miss Mexico during the 18th annual Nuestra Belleza Mexico pageant at PV's International Convention Center.
Puerto Vallarta Readies for Pan Am Games
 BanderasNews.com
As Puerto Vallarta readies for the 2011 Pan Am Games, the remodeling of the downtown Malecón has begun and is scheduled for completion by September 15th. Meanwhile, major renovations have started on the five-kilometer stretch of highway linking Mismaloya and El Centro.
San Sebastian Cultural Weekend May 27-29
 SanSebastianDelOeste.gob.mx
From May 27-29, 2011, the rustic colonial village of San Sebastián del Oeste, a UNESCO world heritage site, will offer visitors the opportunity to attend a tourism expo, participate in cultural activities and watch traditional and folkloric dance and music performances.
Highway 200 Repair Project Underway
 Paco Ojeda
Jalisco Governor Emilio Gonzalez, joined by Puerto Vallarta Mayor Salvador González and other municipal authorities came together last week to officially launch the south shore highway improvement project. The road will become three lanes from Mismaloya to the city center.
Beta Sigma Phi T-Shirt Design Contest
 Sue Fornoff
Beta Sigma Phi, an international service sorority made up of women from Bucerias and La Cruz, is holding a contest to find the photo or art work that will grace the T-shirts they sell at their booth at the Bucerias Art Walk and other local events next year.
Vallarta to Host Intercontinental Games
 VisitPuertoVallarta.com
Puerto Vallarta will host the Intercontinental Games for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities, June 9-12, 2011. Organizers are expecting more than 1000 participants from 10 countries to compete in athletic events that include bowling, cycling, dance, soccer and a marathon.
The Pajama Game Benefits Pasitos de Luz
 Judith St. Gaudens
On Tuesday, April 26th, The Pajama Game for Pasitos de Luz, the favorite project of Bingo lovers in Puerto Vallarta, was held at Nacho Daddy to celebrate the goals reached and the grand total of $224,853 pesos that were raised at this season's Pasitos de Luz Charity Bingo games.
Wanderlust: A Rolling Stone Gathers No Moss
 Darlene Carucci
For years I’ve dreamed of immersing myself within a culture where I could experience the history of an ancient civilization blended with modern progression. A place where I could feel safe, captivated and motivated. Puerto Vallarta, like a mysterious lover, exceeded my expectations.
Vallarta Restaurant Week at Trio
 Gary R. Beck
Since its opening in August 1997, Trio Restaurant Bar Café has become one of Puerto Vallarta’s most highly recommended dining spots - especially during Restaurant Week, when you can sample Chefs Bernhard Güth and Ulf Henriksson's Mediterranean haute cuisine for only $299 pesos.
Nayarit Jr Sailors Win 9 Olympic Medals
 Richard Williams
Fourteen (14) Junior Sailors from around Banderas Bay competed in the junior sailing events at the Mexican National Olympics in Progreso, Yucatan. 'Team Nayarit' competed in Optimists, Lasers, and Sailboards, bringing home 9 medals (2 gold, 3 silver, and 4 bronze.)
Restaurant Week 2011 at Kaiser Maximilian
Gary R. Beck
This month, Kaiser Maximilian is celebrating 16 years of bistro-style dining in Old Town Puerto Vallarta, so in addition to participating in Vallarta Restaurant Week, they'll be serving their special three-course dinner for just $299 peso through June 15th.
Protesters Clash with Police at City Hall
 David Olvera
On Thursday, May 19th, demonstrators converged on City Hall to protest the remodeling of Puerto Vallarta's Malecón. Protestors feel that modernization is not in our city's best interest and will take away from the 'Old Mexico' feel that residents and visitors have come to love.
Nothing Ruins a Vacation Like an Earache
 Pamela Thompson
Summer vacations, hot weather and ways to cool off bring numerous trips to the swimming pool and beach! Nothing can ruin a vacation faster than an earache/ear infection! We sat down with Puerto Vallarta ENT Dr. Diaz-Nuñez, and posed a few questions...
Home Decor: Fresh Prince of Bel Air Sofa
Greg Wolfson
Interior designer Greg Wolfson, who created the sets for 'The Fresh Prince of Bel Air' and dozens of other TV shows and films, answers questions about home decor. Greg Wolfson Interiors specializes in turn-key residential design in Puerto Vallarta, Palm Springs and Los Angeles.
HBO Covers Riviera Nayarit Wind Festival
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
The largest kitesurfing competition in the region is being held in Riviera Nayarit this weekend. Approximately 150 competitors are participating in the Wind Festival, which has caught the eye of the HBO TV network, who is covering the event for their 'Destino Deporte' show.
BBCC Summer Schedule for 2011
 Judi Conrad
The Bucerías Bilingual Community Center (BBCC) is working to create a community where people share the joy of learning. Get out your calendar to note your favorites activities listed on the BBCC's summer schedule of events and activities.
PV Real Estate Sales Improved in March
 Tom Budniak
Multi-List Vallarta (MLV) brought out its report for March sales and there is positive news for the Puerto Vallarta real estate industry. The report revealed that 22 sales were reported for MLV. This figure is double the usual figures generally reported.
Vallarta Restaurant Week at Archie's Wok
Gary R. Beck
For almost 25 years Archie's Wok has delighted diners' palates with its Asian fusion that has made it Vallarta's Oriental cuisine classic. Don't miss your chance to enjoy their special three-course menu - for only $189 pesos - during Vallarta Restaurant Week 2011.
SETAC Makes History in Puerto Vallarta
 Paco Arjona
SETAC, Puerto Vallarta's GLBT Community Center, along with the general community organized a march against homophobia. On May 17th, 2011 the SETAC banner helped lead the progression of hundreds, which started in front of the Sheraton Hotel and ended at the City Hall Plaza.
PEACE May News and Community Events
 Nicole Majewski
PEACE is observing Earth Day a month late, and invites everyone to join in the fun. There's a celebration planned for May 21 in Bucerías, our 2nd River Cleanup with Rivera Cuale & Vallarta Adventures on May 22, and beach cleanups and animal clinics in several Banderas Bay locations.
Banderas Bay Businesses Embrace Social Media
 Tanya Diaz
Dozens of local business owners are embracing Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube as part of their marketing strategy after attending the second Tweet to Be Heard Conference over the weekend of May 13-15 at Hotel Villa Varadero in Nuevo Vallarta.
Restaurant Week 2011 at Blanca Blue
Gary R. Beck
With the most breathtaking views of Puerto Vallarta, Banderas Bay and Los Arcos, Blanca Blue has become one of the city's most elegant and sophisticated dining options. This gourmet restaurant provides an idyllic setting for enjoying Restaurant Week 2011.
Mexican Lotería a Puuuuurfect Success!
 Patrick Harrison
A big 'MEOW' to the hundreds of people that came out and played Mexican Lotería at No Way José! from early December to late April to raise funds for our local no-kill cat shelter, PuRR Project. Over $35,000 Pesos in much-needed funds were raised for this PV non-profit organization.
Spend a Day in El Anclote, Nayarit
 Paco Ojeda
Located just south of Punta de Mita Nayarit, you'll find El Anclote, the best gateway in the bay to a host of aquatic activities that include surfing, fishing, diving, whale watching and paddle boarding, not to mention a variety of spectacular restaurants.
Western Roundup at Paradise Community Center
 BanderasNews.com
This Thursday night, May 19th, put on your cowboy boots and hat and join the fun at a Western Roundup Night that will take place at the Paradise Community Center, Pulpito #127 on the south side of Vallarta (where the Old Town Farmer's Market is held.)
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