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RESTAURANTS ON PUERTO VALLARTA’S MALECON WILL BEGIN REOPENING MONDAY

May 23, 2020 •Vallarta Daily News •Puerto Vallarta News After more than seven weeks of being closed, the restaurants on the Malecon in Puerto Vallarta will reopen their doors next Monday after reaching an agreement with the municipal government. Despite the reopening, the boardwalk will continue to be closed to the public until the Federal or State Government announces the new provisions. Last week, the members of the Association of Restaurants, Bars, and Shops of the Malecon, asked the municipal Read More …

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Single Story For Sale in Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta

Located in a quiet enclave of prestigious residences. •  381 sqm , 5 bath , 1 half bath , 5 bdrm single story – FOR SALE  USD950,000 . in Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta Located in a quiet enclave of prestigious residences, Casa Maria is your sanctuary in paradise. Off the beaten path, yet a short walk to the shops and restaurants of the marina. The main floor of Casa Maria boasts an open concept living space with large kitchen, dining Read More …

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Shipment of ventilators shows US is a friend, says foreign minister of Mexico

First ventilators arrive from the US. Shipment of ventilators shows US is a friend, says foreign minister Machines are vital for the treatment of Covid-19 • Full coronavirus coverage here 945SHARES In times of adversity you learn who your friends are, Foreign Affairs Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Tuesday after the government took possession of a shipment of ventilators from the United States. “The United States is a friend of Mexico, this is the proof,” Ebrard said at an event Read More …

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Mexico’s favorite taco has immigrant roots

Something positive in this age of the lack of it. When you come to Mexico, you definitely should have a taco, no matter where you get it. Gracias y cuídate! Todd Bates   Shepherd’s tacos, commonly known as tacos al pastor. XXMAXUSXX / CC BY-SA Mexico’s favorite taco has immigrant roots Middle Eastern immigrants brought with them the technique of roasting sliced meat on a vertical spit Mexico’s most popular taco originated in the Middle East but why they should Read More …

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Healthy black beans are found in many traditional dishes

Mexico Life This Black Bean Bake can be served as a hot dip or a side dish. Healthy black beans are found in many traditional dishes And they can even be used to replace some of the flour in brownies For a while I lived in Lo de Marcos, Nayarit, one of Mexico’s most productive agricultural states. Pineapples and beans are two of its biggest crops. During harvest time, big piles of dried beans are piled on sidewalks outside the Read More …

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A Small Thank You Video for our First-Line Workers.

We have made a short video, as a thank you to all of the front-line workers in Puerto Vallarta Thank you very much for all of your efforts and Please take care! Gracias y cuídate. Todd Bates Please click here for the video. #remaxinpv @remaxinpv #puertovallartaremax @puertovallartaremax #remaxsitesmarina @remaxsitesmarina #remaxdestiny @remaxdestiny

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Safety Protocols

Hi to all, I hope you are all practicing the three protocols of safety for others and your family. Social Distancing Wear a mask if you must to go out. Clean yourself before you enter your home, and most importantly, clean everything that you bring into your home.  Keeping a safe home environment is crucial. I feel that I need to let you in on a few experiences that I have had in the last few days.  Two days ago, Read More …

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COUPLE POSTPONES WEDDING IN MEXICO DUE TO COVID-19, DELIVERS RECEPTION FOOD TO LOCAL HOSPITAL

March 30, 2020 •Vallarta Daily News •Mexico News COUPLE POSTPONES WEDDING IN MEXICO DUE TO COVID-19, DELIVERS RECEPTION FOOD TO LOCAL HOSPITAL After the contingency in Mexico, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Andrea Negrete and Gustavo Fuentes were unable to celebrate their wedding, and decided to give away their reception food to a hospital. On Sunday, around noon, the couple arrived at the hospital in an uber, got out, set up a table and the food they had planned to Read More …

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Covid-19 message from Dr. Rodrigo González

Covid-19 message from Dr. Rodrigo González    It is important to follow the recommendations of our health sector and stay home. However, we know that some eye diseases cannot wait to be attended, so we will continue to offer consultation under appointments for all those patients who have a problem with their eyes that should be attended soon. Here are some security measures: ✅ Wash your hands frequently during the day with water and soap or with 70% alcohol-based solutions. Also before and after Read More …