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Mexico’s Avocado – The MVP of Super Bowl Festivities
 Mexico Today
Regardless which team reigns supreme at the Super Bowl, you can be sure that Mexico’s avocados will dominate party festivities. As hopeful fans cheer on their favorite team, there is a good chance they might be munching on guacamole made from Mexican avocados.
Essence of Cuisine Cooking School in Puerto Vallarta
 Chowhound
On our recent vacation to Puerto Vallarta, we found no shortage of fun events and activities to fill our days and nights with. Among those, my personal favorite, hands down, was a Thai Cooking Class that we took at 'Essence of Cuisine Cooking School' from Dolores Brittingham.
Vallarta Food Tours Uncovers the Unexplored: Pitillal
 Lindsay Prime
Vallarta Food Tours has crafted the unexpectedly eye-opening and expectation-exceeding 'Best of Pitillal Food and Cultural Tour.' The tour is ideal for PV residents and travelers eager to discover the culinary secrets of this extraordinary, off the beaten path neighborhood.
El Arrayán Announces Winter/Spring Cooking Classes
 BanderasNews.com
El Arrayán Restaurant has begun their Mexican Cooking Classes for the 2013 Winter/Spring season. Once again they are sharing a few of their secrets during a series of fun and informative cooking colloquiums. Classes have already started so check into it today!
Puerto Vallarta New Year's Eve Party Guide
 BanderasNews Team
The year may be coming to an end, but here in Puerto Vallarta, we don't plan on winding down anytime soon. Considering New Year's Eve is right around the corner, it's time to start planning your night out on the town. Here's a look at some of the celebrations on the last night of 2012.
Traditional Mexican Christmas Recipes
 Banderas News Team
In Mexico it is customary to have a family dinner late on Christmas Eve, or 'Noche Buena.' Here are some of the foods that are traditionally eaten at Christmastime in Mexico, either at Christmas Eve dinner or during the festivities leading up to Christmas such as 'Las Posadas.'
Christmas Dinner - Puerto Vallarta Style
 Banderas News Team
If you're looking for a place to enjoy Christmas dinner - Vallarta Style! - a number of Banderas Bay area restaurants are offering holiday menus on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day that include everything from traditional yuletide fare to more enticing and innovative dishes.
Daiquiri Dick's Pet Picnic a Howling Success
 Laura Gelezunas
About 30 dogs and more than twice as many humans attended Daiquiri Dick's 'Pet Picnic' on their beach-side patio last Saturday. A howling good time was had by all who attended the event which included demonstrations, competitions, a raffle, and lunch - all for a worthy cause!
No Way José!'s 'Start of a New Era' Party
 Patrick Harrison
Join the gang at No Way José! on Thursday, December 20, 2012 for their 'Start of a New Era' celebration. They will be converting their downstairs salon into the 'New Era Lounge!' where there will be palm and Tarot readers, Rakhi alignments, and other new age services!
'Best of Banderas Bay' Awards Announced
 Banderas News Team
Many Puerto Vallarta residents and visitors will be dismayed to hear that VirtualVallarta.com announced the end of their Reader's Choice Awards - but never fear - BanderasNews is here! We've decided to keep the tradition alive by creating the 'Best of Banderas Bay' awards.
Teatro Limón Presents Unique Christmas Dish Event
 Patrick Harrison
Bruce Byng, owner of PV's Teatro Limón Restaurant, has been named the Ambassador and Executive Chef for Mexico’s finest tequila, Casa Orendain. Consequently, he will host an amazing culinary event featuring a 4 course meal using the award winning tequila company's products.
Sea Monkey Auctions Christmas Tree for Charity
 Gretchen DeWitt
The Sea Monkey Restaurant is auctioning off a stunning Christmas Tree with 75 handmade glass ornaments adorning it. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of this tree goes to PEACE Mexico's 'Help the Animals Program' with funds specified for the free spay/neuter clinic.
Tropicasa Realty's Find Jalapeño Contest
 Patrick Harrison
Enter Tropicasa Realty's Find Jalapeño Contest and you could win dinner for 2 at 'Vallarta's Best Moderate Restaurant,' No Way José! Just find Jalapeño dressed up as Santa Claus within the pages of BanderasNews.com and fill out the online form for your chance to win.
Rocky Horror BINGO for PuRR Project at Nacho Daddy
 Marilyn Khan
On Wednesday, December 5th, the cast of Rocky Horror will be on hand to kick off 'Kitty BINGO' for PuRR Project at Nacho Daddy. You'll be playing for fabulous prizes while helping to provide food, shelter, and veterinary care for the 200 plus cats at this Puerto Vallarta 'no kill' shelter.
Las Adelitas: Fusing American BBQ with Mexican Cuisine
 Laura Gelezunas
Located just five minutes from the tourist areas of Puerto Vallarta in the residential neighborhood of Fluvial, Las Adelitas Restaurant fuses American BBQ and Mexican cuisine with attentive service and the relaxed atmosphere of a classic Mexican open air restaurant.
Daiquiri Dick's Hosts 7th Annual Pet Picnic
 Laura Gelezunas
Best friends can share a wonderful early afternoon at the 7th Annual Pet Picnic hosted by Daiquiri Dick's. No bones about it, everyone will have a dog gone good time at this popular event which includes a costume contest, a raffle, and all sorts of tail wagging surprises.
Invited Chef Roberto Chavez Stays at The River Café
 Michael Boufford
The River Café has enjoyed its 15th year with the International Festival Gourmet. After the successful event, owners Eva Sanchez and Margarito Larios announced that their guest chef, Roberto Gavino Chavez Oviedo, has fallen in love with Vallarta and will be staying!
PV's New Ongoing Mexican Fiesta Announced
 Virtual Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta's Tourism Bureau has announced a new, bi-weekly Fiesta Mexicana, to take place on alternating Wednesday evenings at Lázaro Cárdenas Plaza in Colonia Emiliano Zapata. Each event will feature free musical and dance performances by local ensembles.
Daiquiri Dick's: Thanksgiving Dinner Made Easy
 Laura Gelezunas
You don't have to spend hours in the kitchen in order to have a traditional Thanksgiving dinner in Puerto Vallarta. Whether you choose to enjoy your turkey on the restaurant's seaside patio, or want to host a traditional meal at home, Daiquiri Dick's and The Deli have got you covered!
Puerto Vallarta's Favorite Restaurants for 2012
 Vallarta Lifestyles
This year’s Readers’ Choice Awards Ceremony took place at La Palapa recently, and the grand event was attended by representatives of Vallarta's most prestigious restaurants. Awards were presented in several categories - as voted by readers of the Virtual Vallarta website.
 VYC Chili Cook Off - Cooking for a Cause
 Richard Williams
The Vallarta Yacht Club's 13th Annual Great Chili Cook Off, is going to be the biggest and best ever! Last year's event raised almost $84,000 pesos for local charities and the challenge this year is to surpass that amount. Word is... the competition is going to be HOT!
Drag Queen 'Calls' for PuRR Project Bingo
 Marilyn Khan
Famed drag entertainer Joanna, in all her finery and at her most outrageous, will call the numbers on Wednesday, November 21st for PuRR Project Bingo at Nacho Daddy. Proceeds benefit the 200+ cats residing at PuRR Project, a 'no-kill' feline sanctuary north of Puerto Vallarta.
Guest Chef Brings Peru to The River Café
 Erin Staley
The River Café has once again invited a guest chef to join them during Festival Gourmet. This year Peruvian chef Roberto Chavez will be there, preparing a tantalizing menu of international specialties. Chef Roberto is recognized in the Who's Who of Chefs in the United States.
Democrats Abroad Election Night Party
 Bonnie Mott
Democrats Abroad will be having an election night party on Tuesday, November 6th, at No Way Jose! Restaurant located at 5 de Febrero 260, Zona Romantica. The party will continue until the final numbers are in on this tight presidential race. Be prepared for many happy returns!
Pairing Wines and Tequilas with Chocolate
 Laura Gelezunas
A perfect marriage is difficult to find: but the liaison between chocolate and wine is a union made in heaven. A group of Canadian writers found out just how lovely this combination can be at an event hosted by Kaiser Maximilian Restaurant and XocoDiva Artisan Chocolates.
La Leche Nominated by Travel + Leisure
 Visit Puerto Vallarta
PV's La Leche restaurant has been nominated for the 2nd consecutive year by prestigious Travel + Leisure magazine as among the best in Mexico. Last year the restaurant won the 'Best Restaurant Concept' category, and this year, a nomination in the 'Best Artistic Plate' category.
'Taste' - Satisfaction Without Guilt
 Don Pickens
Taste Restaurant has re-opened for the season with a new commitment to satisfying your hunger without guilt. Chef Rito is forging in a new direction, sourcing local and organic ingredients for the freshest food that 'tastes so good it’s hard to believe it's healthy.'
2nd Traditional and Popular Food Festival
 Banderas News Team
From October 25-27th, downtown Puerto Vallarta will host the 2nd Traditional and Popular Food Festival. Savor the Flavors of Mexico as participants from several Mexican states offer traditional food preparation and tasting exhibitions, Tequila tastings and live entertainment.
Halloween/Day of the Dead Party at No Way José!
 Patrick Harrison
No Way José!, recently named Vallarta's "Best Moderate Restaurant" and "Best Service," is thrilled to be opening for their 4th season, but get ready - you won't want to miss a minute of their fun and fiesta-filled Halloween/Day of the Dead/Season Opening Parties!
2012 Festival Gourmet at Kaiser Maximilian
 Laura Gelezunas
The 18th annual Vallarta Festival Gourmet features chefs from all over the world, and guest chef Curtis Lincoln is working with the talented team at Kaiser Maximilian. Be sure to reserve your table for their Chef's Table Dinner, a fabulous meal paired with wines, on November 13th at 8 pm.
Meet PV's New Tourism Director at NWJ!
 Patrick Harrison
Puerto Vallarta's new Director of Tourism, Carlos Gerard, will be holding a round-table discussion with the English-speaking expat community on Tuesday, October 23, 2012, starting at 12 noon, at Restaurant No Way José!, 5 de Febrero #260 on the south side of downtown.
Jorge Acosta Performs at Daiquiri Dick's Oct. 26
 Laura Gelezunas
Jorge Acosta, one of the Banderas Bay area's favorite musicians, will be taking his talent to the next level by performing two shows at Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant on October 26. The program will feature seatings for dinner at 6:30-7 pm and at 9 pm to coincide with the two performances.
'Community Cares Gala' for SETAC & PVMC
 Javier Gallegos
On November 11, a 'Community Cares Gala' fundraising event will be held to benefit the SETAC Community Centre and the newly formed Puerto Vallarta Men's Choir. The Gala will be held at Bistro Balsamar at 6 pm with a cocktail reception, followed by dinner and live performances.
Kaiser Maximilian Celebrates Oktoberfest
 Banderas News Team
Get out the lederhosen and beer steins - it's time for Oktoberfest! Through October 31st, European Chef Andreas Rupprechter is serving up his Oktoberfest menu in addition to the traditional Austrian cuisine that has made Kaiser Maximilian one of Vallarta's favorite restaurants.
Learn To Make Mexican Food With The Pros
 Carmen Porras
El Arrayán Restaurant in downtown Puerto Vallarta announces their Mexican Cooking Class schedule for the 2012 Fall/Winter season. These cooking classes are a popular activity for visitors and locals who are interested in learning Mexican cooking techniques from a professional chef.
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