Carmen Porras with member of her cooking class at El Arrayna

Vallarta Eats Partner Spotlight: Chef Carmen Porras of El Arrayan

Posted on July 10, 2017 | by Stephen Castrianni

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 […]

Restaurant Week in Puerto Vallarta

Posted on May 18, 2016 | by Stephen Castrianni

It’s time for Restaurant Week here in Puerto Vallarta. “Following the trend of other influential fine dining destinations around the world, Vallarta Lifestyles Publishing Group established Restaurant Week in 2005. A two-week festival that takes place every May. 2016 marks the 12 year anniversary of this amazing event. If you’re lucky enough to be here from […]