I have to get to Versalles more often. This neighborhood is up and coming, as they say, with trendy restos and bars on every street....
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Around Town is your daily dose of what’s happening in Puerto Vallarta. A proud Canadian expat and longtime Vallarta resident of more than 30 years, Marcia Blondin brings a unique and passionate perspective to her daily updates. Whether she’s taking in a new show, chatting with performers, or wandering the vibrant streets of the city she adores, Marcia captures the energy, heart, and soul of Vallarta in every post.
But Around Town is more than just a personal column—it’s your go-to guide for discovering the very best of Vallarta, from live entertainment to standout restaurants. Whether you’re in the mood for an intimate acoustic set, a dazzling cabaret show, or a memorable meal at one of the city’s top dining spots, you’ll find insider tips on what to see, where to go, and who’s making it all happen. The column highlights not just the events and venues, but the people behind them—the musicians, actors, chefs, and creatives who bring Puerto Vallarta to life every day.
Around Town keeps you in the loop so you never miss a beat. Whether you’re a local looking for new inspiration or a visitor hoping to dive into the city’s vibrant arts and culture, this is your starting point for discovering all that Vallarta has to offer. Stay connected, stay inspired, and let us lead you to the magic of Puerto Vallarta.
Extra Time on My Hands
The only problem with writing a daily, Monday to Friday column, is that you have to do stuff that people may actually want to read...
Read MoreThe Bourbon Affair: Jazz, Velvet, and Forbidden Stories
In a city like Puerto Vallarta, where entertainment pulses through cobblestone streets and every evening is a chance for something unexpected, The Bourbon Affair carved...
Read MoreMiss Butterfly’s Last Show of the Season
My last foray out of the house was Easter Sunday night when I saw Johnny Naoufal in his final show for the season at Coco...
Read MoreSurprise After Surprise from Mau at Springsteen Tribute
I didn’t go to the Bruce Springsteen Tribute because I am a fan of the music; not at all. I barely recognized four songs. I...
Read MoreBeaucoup’s ‘Sweet Dreams’ Celebrates the Genius of Annie Lennox
Oh, my house is quiet now. Bogie and I keep bumping into little pieces of evidence that Patrice, was living with us for three weeks,...
Read MoreHeavy Traffic; Dinner at Abbraccio
Happy Easter, everybody! I hope the Big Bunny leaves you loads of yummy chocolate treats and that your bonnet wins a prize at lunch, and...
Read MoreAngeloo at LCC; Mister Lady Zen at The Palm
Angeloo is a twelve-year-old wunderkind, a winner of the So, You Think You Can Rise? talent contest a bit over a year ago. He started...
Read MoreA Weekend of ’80’s Icons: Eurythmics, Springsteen, and Madonna Tributes
This weekend in Puerto Vallarta, three live tribute shows offer music lovers the chance to relive the energy, spirit, and storytelling of the 1980s. From...
Read MoreDinner and Gay Mixer at Let’s Pho
Humpday, middle of the week, and only a few days left to play with my baby sister Patrice before she flies back to Canada for...
Read MoreSargento, a Tour de Force in ‘The MEN-TI-RAS Experience’
The annual MAC Awards (Manhattan Association of Cabarets and Clubs) concluded last week in New York City. How fun to read the list of winners...
Read MoreLusciously Strong, Perfect Bodies at Coco Cabaret
The Vallarta Botanical Garden is just 20 years old, barely around long enough to raise one good-sized tree, yet it has won every major award...
Read MoreDinner, Cocktails & Conversation in Vallarta
Dinner at Il Pesce Cocina de mar has been long overdue and wildly anticipated. As we suspected it would be – everything was perfectly cooked...
Read More‘Midnight Radio’ Benefit Packs The Palm
I am still reeling from Midnight Radio, the benefit held last night at The Palm Cabaret to help Jordon Carnegie recoup expenses due to the...
Read MoreIl Pesce and ‘Midnight Radio’ with Friends
Today is busy, starting with a walk and workout, then Scrabble at Qulture at 12:30, followed by Colina Spay and Neuter Clinic Bingo at Nacho...
Read More‘Sweet Dreams’ Come to Life at Coco Cabaret
Puerto Vallarta is about to witness a groundbreaking musical tribute as the electrifying Delilah Beaucoup presents Sweet Dreams: Annie Lennox/Eurythmics Experience at Coco Cabaret. This...
Read MorePrime Rib Brunch; Sam Smith at Coco
A couple of decades ago, one of the guys who used to walk the Malecon with a bunch of us early in the morning said...
Read MoreSit and Listen at Casita & Garden (With a Martini)
What do peaches, brie, mushrooms, and salted caramel espresso have in common? Casita & Garden for pizza and martinis! Last Friday, we explored those food...
Read MorePop Can at Nacho Daddy and Upcoming Ticket Deals
It’s the weekend! That’s actually kinda funny to get excited about, but in our tourist town, we genuinely try our hardest to make every day...
Read MoreA Lovely Concert and Awards Night
What a lovely concert yesterday at La Catrina Cantina with two old friends, Diego Guerrero and Tonny Kenneth, reviving their show from Incanto. Very close...
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