As you have hopefully gathered while following our weekly Partner Spotlight installments, there is a culinary undercurrent to Vallarta. One that not only helps to support and even inform the flavors in the more touristy/ritzy places, but one that tells the story of Vallarta itself. This week we sit down with the Mujeres Montes de […]
Francisco Madero in Old Town is an interesting street, particularly here in the winter of 2019. These days you can’t even walk the length of it without having to cross at some point because of construction. Another way it’s interesting: You can’t believe the variety of food on this street. Sushi. Tacos. Juices. Italian. Thai. […]
One of the things that makes Vallarta such a wonderfully welcoming place, is the fact that it’s got a whole network of “founding families”, as I like to think of them. Families with deep roots here… the ones with generations here. The proprietors of many of the small tiendas here; they are founding families. This […]
It’s no secret that we love our partners here at Vallarta Eats! The best way to get to know a region or city is to try its food, and that’s the whole reason we’re here: to show you the special places that make Vallarta’s food scene what it is. At the forefront of everything is […]
El Arrayan opened in 2003, serving traditional Mexican food with a twist. Using classic techniques and ingredients chef/owner, Carmen Porras has created a unique menu drawing from many different regions of Mexico. Carmen and her staff also offer superb cooking classes Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays (during the High- Season). Their repertoire includes, moles, classic Mexican […]
One of the highlights of the Tacos After Dark Tour is Las Güeras: Our favorite purveyor of the glorious Tacos al Pastor. Save 15% on the Tacos After Dark Tour for Travel in August. Use promo code: AUGUSTALPASTOR when you book at Vallarta Eats. Al Pastor is a nighttime delicacy, and perhaps one of the […]
Source: Birria, a deceptively simple stew of meat (traditionally goat), but more often than not beef; combines a rich tomato/chile broth spiced with bay leaves and other ingredients and is simmered for hours in a well-loved and deeply seasoned clay pot.The Best Birria Tacos! 15% Off Signature Taco Tour in July