Are you ready to celebrate one of Mexico and the entire world’s most beloved foods? The 3rd Annual Taco Festival in Puerto Vallarta is nearly here. It goes without saying that the taco is one of many people’s favorite foods, not just in Mexico but in other countries as well. From the simple ingredients to the ease of eating, the taco is truly a national treasure and deserves all the adoring attention it receives. Are you living in Puerto Vallarta or hope to be a second homeowner in the area one day soon? Did you know that Garza Blanca has a few remaining luxurious oceanfront residences for sale that are part of the most exclusive beachfront community in Banderas Bay? Read below to learn more about the exciting gastronomic event, the 3rd Annual Taco Festival, coming up on November 16th in Puerto Vallarta, and maybe you can find yourself a second home in paradise at the same time. Get ready, it’s taco time! 3rd Annual Taco Festival Ahhh tacos… where do we even start? There …
Have you heard of farm to table restaurants? The origins of the farm to fork trend date back to the 1960’s and 1970’s when Americans became more aware and unhappy with the amount of processed foods in their diet. As a result, a focus on healthier, more organic options emerged and many restaurants began implementing the farm to table concept. One of the first farm to table restaurants was called Chez Panisse and they opened their doors in Berkeley, CA in 1971. The farm to table concept is about producing food locally that is served in nearby restaurants and available for purchase to take home as well. Do you live in Puerto Vallarta, or want to buy premium coastal real estate at Garza Blanca? If so, read below to learn more about 5 delicious “Farm to Table” restaurants in Puerto Vallarta that will give you a greater appreciation of food in general. If you are the type of person who loves breakfast, this is the spot for you as you can order off their excellent …
Did you know that Mexico’s pride and joy is tequila? This tantalizing liquor that has won the hearts of so many people all across the world was first produced in the 16th century near the city of Tequila, Jalisco. However, a fermented beverage known as pulque was derived from the agave plant as far back as pre-Columbian times in central Mexico centuries before European contact. Read below to learn more about the history of tequila, Mexico’s pride and joy. The Origins of Tequila It’s origins can be traced back as far as 1000 B.C. TO 200 A.D. when the Aztecs in Mexico began fermenting the agave plant into a substance known as pulque. Pulque was an alcoholic milky liquid created by using agave sap and was very important in Aztec culture. In fact, they worshipped two gods that were known for their relationship to pulque. The first Aztec God was Mayahuel, who was the goddess of the maguey plant, and the second was her husband Patecatl, the god of pulque. The first evidence of the …
Puerto Vallarta has a wide variety of delicious traditional Mexican cuisine that visitors should enjoy when visiting Banderas Bay. Do you have a vacation planned to Puerto Vallarta soon, or do you own a second home in the area? Either way, check out this article which talks about some of the most popular local dishes that are typical to the region. Read below to learn more about some of the most traditional dishes you can enjoy in Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay. Why not try as many dishes as you can, and let us know which is your favorite and why? Puerto Vallarta: Important Culinary Destination Did you know that Puerto Vallarta is one of the most important culinary destinations in Mexico? What originated as a quaint fishing village has developed into a center of gastronomy and numerous international chefs have made Puerto Vallarta their home. There is also an International Gourmet Festival that is held annually that attracts a lot of attention to Puerto Vallarta’s culinary scene. Puerto Vallarta and the surrounding Banderas Bay …
