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Daiquiri Dick's Celebrates Canadian Thanksgiving
Laura Gelezunas

Kick off the holiday season at Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta. Everyone is welcome to join the Canadian Thanksgiving dinner on October 8th starting at 5 pm. A turkey dinner with all the trimmings will highlight the menu.

Food High in Pesticides and Your Health
Jordan & Kyla Miller

Much of the produce that is sold today in supermarkets is supplied from farmers who practice conventional farming methods. In other words, the produce has been grown using chemical fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides.

Edward Padalinski's Guacamole Recipe
RonMorgan.net

Since fresh avocados are available almost all year-round in Puerto Vallarta, guacamole, which literally translates to 'avocado sauce,' is a popular dish that is served in most every restaurant. Ron Morgan Properties estate agent, Edward Padalinski, shares his favorite recipe for guacamole.

Daiquiri Dick's & The Deli Reopen October 1
Laura Gelezunas

Puerto Vallarta's Daiquiri Dick's & The Deli will reopen on October 1st. The restaurant will start off the season by celebrating Canadian Thanksgiving on October 8th, and a special night of music and dining is scheduled for Friday the 26th, with Jorge Acosta serenading the crowd.

Paradise Garden Grill and Cantina Opens at PCC
Ric Lehman

Everyone involved with CompassioNet Impact Mexico is excited that Chef Linda Harley is partnering with the Paradise Community Center on Vallarta's south side to manage the center's kitchen and launch a restaurant, fittingly called, Paradise Garden Grill and Cantina.

NWJ! Opens 4th Season with Independence Day Party
Patrick Harrison

On September 16 from 7–11:30 pm, friends of the family can help kick-off No Way José!'s 4th season in Vallarta with a Mexican Fiesta. Festivities include a margarita bar, a special Mexican Fiesta menu, piñatas, live entertainment, and everyone's favorite Mexican costume contest.

Find Jalapeño to Win Dinner For 2 at No Way José!
Patrick Harrison

Enter Tropicasa Realty's 'Find Jalapeño' contest for your chance to win dinner for 2 at 'Vallarta's Best Moderate Restaurant,' No Way José! Just find Jalapeño dressed as Father Hidalgo on the pages of BanderasNews.com and fill out the online form for your chance to win.

Last Days to Enjoy Daiquiri Dick's Summer Sizzle
Banderas News Team

As Daiquiri Dick's wraps up their 2012 Summer Sizzle, you can savor the Flavors of the World, without leaving Puerto Vallarta! Don't miss your last chance to enjoy a mouth watering appetizer, an irresistible entrée and a delectable dessert for $299 pesos, through August 27th.

Mexican Loteria Back by Popular Demand
Marilyn Khan

Help us put some pesos in Purr Project's 'kitty' by joining us on Wednesday September 5th at 6 pm for Mexican Loteria at Los Alcatraces Restaurant. You'll have a good time playing for great prizes, knowing that you're helping all the kitties at Puerto Vallarta's no-kill cat shelter.

Linda Kennedy's Puerto Vallarta Recipes
Laura Gelezunas

One of the many perks of living in Vallarta is the year-round availability of fresh fruits and vegetables. These serve as inspiration for Timothy Real Estate Group agent Linda Kennedy de Espinosa, who shares with us her recipe for Chicken Tacos with Pineapple and Chipotle Salsa.

This Week, Mexico Sizzles at Daiquiri Dick's
Laura Gelezunas

When in Mexico, sample authentic Mexican cuisine. There no better place to try it than at Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta during their Summer Sizzle. This week's menu features three courses with choices for each course, plus a complimentary drink for $299 pesos.

Demand for Mexico's High-End Tequilas
Nathaniel Parish Flannery

The Sangre de Azteca distillery is located in the mountainous state of Jalisco, the heart of Mexico’s most important tequila producing region. The distillery produces about 9000 one-liter bottles of the highest quality 100 percent blue agave tequila available, per day.

Daiquiri Dick's Offers Vallarta a Taste of Italy
Laura Gelezunas

The mere mention of Italian food conjures up very specific images, dishes and aromas. This week, you have a chance to sample three courses of innovative Italian food for just $299 pesos during the Summer Sizzle at Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant in sunny Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

Kaiser Maximilian's Early Bird Specials
Laura Gelezunas

August in Puerto Vallarta is filled with balmy afternoons and people enjoying life at a leisurely pace. There's no better place to enjoy this time of day than at Kaiser Maximilian Restaurant and Espresso Bar, where you can enjoy their Early Bird Special menu every day from 1 to 6:30 pm.

Agave Nectar: A Sweet Sugar Substitute
J.M. Hirsch

Agave nectar, the current darling of the alternative sweetener world, is made from the same plant that is used to make tequila. It is an amber liquid that resembles honey but has a sweeter, even fruitier flavor. In recent years, it has evolved into a booming $200 million industry.

The Flavors of Africa at Daiquiri Dick's
Banderas News Team

This week, send your taste buds to Africa... without ever leaving Puerto Vallarta! As the Summer Sizzle continues, Daiquiri Dick's rolls out their Taste of Africa menu, featuring a fabulous three-course meal and a complimentary beverage for $299 pesos per person through August 6.

European Restaurants in Puerto Vallarta
Michelle Mayer

European cuisine is extraordinarily well represented in Puerto Vallarta, with some of the finest restaurants in the country turning out ambitiously contemporary, as well as traditionally European dishes. Sierra del Mar's Michelle Mayer highlights some of her favorites.

Mexican Specialties at Daiquiri Dick's
Laura Gelezunas

The history of Mexican food is long and diverse. It has evolved through thousands of years of blending indigenous cultures, regional differences and European elements. This week, stop by Daiquiri Dick's restaurant, where the Summer Sizzle features some of Mexico's authentic tastes.

Anita Dabbs's Tomatillo Guacamole Recipe
RonMorgan.net

There's nothing like a cool dip to alleviate the heat wave. Don't break out the beach towel, break out the chips. Since local, fresh vegetables are always available in the greater Puerto Vallarta area, it is easy to whip up a refreshing and satisfying treat. Here's an easy recipe.

Cool Summer Discounts for Vallarta Residents
Banderas News Team

The Banderas Bay region's wide variety of restaurants, resorts and activities has always been one of the best things about living in Vallarta, but saving 10% to 50% on exceptional things to do gives local residents even more incentive to patronize the businesses they love.

Irresistible India: This Week at Daiquiri Dick's
Laura Gelezunas

Send your taste buds to India... without leaving Puerto Vallarta! No need to pack your bags, just head on over to Daiquiri Dick's, where this week's Summer Sizzle menu features 3 courses of Irresistible Indian Cuisine for only $299 pesos per person, through July 23rd.

Find Jalapeño to Win Dinner For 2 at No Way José!
Patrick Harrison

Enter Tropicasa Realty's 'Find Jalapeño' contest for your chance to win dinner for 2 at 'Vallarta's Best Moderate Restaurant,' No Way José! Just find Jalapeño dressed up for some summer fun on the pages of BanderasNews.com and fill out the online form for your chance to win.

Falling in Love with Oscar's Fish Tacos
Leonora Corate

I recently fell in love with the town of Punta de Mita, Mexico for many reasons aside from the superlative fish tacos at Oscar's – including the relatively uncrowded and mellow surf, the achingly beautiful Bay of Banderas, the warmth of the locals, and the extremely laidback vibe.

Teatro Limón Hosts Steak & Seafood Fiesta
Patrick Harrison

Imagine fresh seafood prepared delicately with subtle flavors accented with fine garnishes and sauces. Only to be further teased with the best Rib Eye Steak in Puerto Vallarta. Teatro Limón is thrilled to announce their Summer Steak & Seafood Fiesta! Friday, July 27 starting at 7 pm.

The Flavors of France at Daiquiri Dick's
Laura Gelezunas

There's nothing like a hot deal on a gourmet meal to cool you off this summer. From July 11th-16th Daiquiri Dick's presents The Flavors of France on their Summer Sizzle Menu, giving everyone the chance to sample some of this exquisite food, right here in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

NWJ! Raises $53,000 for Women's Shelter
Mayra Alfaro

Last month, No Way José! restaurant owners Julie Guerrero and José Alfredo celebrated the end of their 3rd successful year of business as one of Puerto Vallarta's finest restaurants by holding a fundraiser for the Banderas Bay Women's Shelter, which brought in over $53,000 pesos.

PV Wins Altruistic Entrepreneur Awards
Lorena Sonrisas

Last Thursday, the North Coast Jalisco Institute of Social Welfare (IJAS) acknowledged the charitable works of Puerto Vallarta restauranteurs Eva Sánchez and Thierry Blouet by presenting them with Altruistic Entrepreneur 2012 awards for their support of social welfare causes.

Stay Cool This Summer at Archie's Wok
Cynthia Alpenia

Archie’s Wok reopened on July 2 with air conditioning in the main dining room, after so many years of steamy summers! Enjoy a refreshing escape from the heat, cool summer savings, and a delicious meal at Puerto Vallarta's favorite Asian restaurant.

Dining In: Shrimp Ceviche in Puerto Vallarta
Regina Schrambling

If you get the urge to cook while you're in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, you're in the right place with the right shrimp. One of the best local dishes is Aguachile de Camaron, a sort of ceviche that couldn't be easier to make, even in a minimally equipped kitchen.

US Growers Unhappy With Mexican Produce
PRNewswire.com

Several tomato growers across the United States, fed up with the cheap prices of Mexican produce, recently filed documents with the US Department of Commerce and the US International Trade Commission to withdraw its anti-dumping agreement with Mexico.

4th of July Sizzles at Daiquiri Dick's
Laura Gelezunas

Celebrate a sizzling fourth of July with an international bar-b-que at Daiquiri Dick's. From July 4th-9th you can enjoy a special 3-course menu with your choice of a mouth watering appetizer, an irresistible entrée and delectable dessert for only $299 pesos.

Celebrate July 4th at Mark's Bar & Grill
Jan Marie Benton

Mark's Bar & Grill in Bucerías, recurrent winner of the 'Best Riviera Nayarit Restaurant' in the Vallarta Lifestyles Readers Choice awards, is bringing on the summer with a 4th of July celebration party that includes great food, live music, and lots of fun starting at 5 pm.

San Blas Chef Gives Greece a Taste of Mexico
Riviera Nayarit CVB

From June 30 through July 4, Chef Betty Vazquez from El Delfín Restaurant in San Blas will travel to the Minoa Palace Resort in Crete, where she will offer the most demanding Mediterranean palates a taste of the exquisite cuisine found in Riviera Nayarit, Mexico.

Daiquiri Dick's Summer Sizzle: Savory Spain
Laura Gelezunas

This week, Daiquiri Dick's Summer Sizzle Menu features spectacular selections from Spain. Through July 2nd you can enjoy a special 3-course menu with your choice of a mouth watering appetizer, an irresistible entrée and a delectable dessert - for only $299 pesos per person.


The Best of Vallarta Just Got Better!
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Read real travelers' comments about the best in fine dining in Puerto Vallarta.
Ah Caramba!
Andale's
Barcelona Tapas
Brasil
Cafe de Olla
Daiquiri Dick's
de Santos
El Dorado
El Arrayán
El Palomar
Kaiser Maximilian
k' rico :)
La Palapa
Las Palomas
Le Kliff
Marks Bar & Grill
Mikey's Deli
No Way Jose!
Rincon Buenos Aires
River Cafe
Taste @ Casa Cupula
Teatro Limon
The Deli
Trio
Vista Grill


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