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It’s the end of the season, and there has to be one final show. One that combines the talent of two cabarets but without the dancers that bring much to the fore, but there is no space. There is also not a lot of time to create a show with everyone still working their final…

It is trying to rain. A few spits yesterday and today, but nothing is actually wet. Our first named storm is passing by, creating overcast skies and teasing us with blistering hot afternoons but no rain. Not so much fun for our tourists who want to go to the beach. A couple of days ago,…

Kevin Levesque, born in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, has been a drag queen for 25 years and celebrated that silver anniversary in 2025. For years, he was the opening act for The Palm Cabaret after their summer hiatus. This season, however, for the first time ever, Miss Conception, Kevin’s drag creation, stayed in town to celebrate…

I was so excited when Hector Belloc invited me to see this year’s Art Auction in a new locale inside Vallarta’s newly designated “Art District.” Hector, the Executive Manager of the event and Art Director of Tierra Fisica, the company in charge of logistics and curating the artwork, teamed up with the Vallarta Pride committee…

In the heart of Puerto Vallarta’s ever-evolving Versalles neighborhood, something special is sizzling—literally and figuratively. El Rey Barbecue Lounge de Versalles isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a multi-sensory experience built on community, culture, comfort, and, of course, incredible food. From the moment you arrive, El Rey reveals its thoughtful layout and relaxed yet stylish charm.…

There are people who throw parties that have the space, the energy, the theme for an evening, and the staff to help mop up afterward, and then there’s Miller Time! Rick and Monica Miller put a capital P into Party, take Pop-up/Pot-luck to a whole new level, and then, throw in live entertainment to boot.…

It fits that the end of the season should be as crazy as this past season was. So busy in fact, it will take this coming week to cover just the weekend, from the fabulous house party at the Millers to Miss Conception’s first Vallarta Pride performance in her 25 years in the biz. From…

And another glittering Gay Pride Parade floats away into the sunset. Every year is bigger and better than the year before. This year takes the record however, on the late start time… two hours. I don’t know how that affected the block party that was to start at 6 pm when the parade was supposed…

What an exciting day yesterday was! After I let Sharon win one game of Scrabble (out of four), I realized how good that felt so I let EVERYBODY at Bingo win every single game. I didn’t even try to win! After the losing was over, Lydia Damato and new friends Stan and Joanne piled into…

The last Gay Mixer of the 24/25 Season went out with popping champagne corks – Chandon this time, not Clicquot – at the new Tryst Hotel. The 8th-floor bar was shoulder-to-shoulder, with 360, mostly men, eating superbly prepared canapes and appetizers passed around by the most patient wait staff ever, who also refilled glasses in…

In Mexico, the coffee shop is more than just a place to grab a cup of coffee—it’s a cultural cornerstone, a meeting ground, and a reflection of national pride. Mexican coffee culture is a vibrant tapestry woven from threads of tradition and innovation, where every cup tells a story. Whether you’re in a bustling city…

The Pride Pet Parade was a resounding success. Organizer Jeff was delighted with the amount of prizes the community donated for raffles. That took an hour at the end of the night to get through. Hundreds of people gathered with their dogs and friends to watch and participate. Not one dogfight erupted, although the challenges…

Happy Pride, everybody! Edition 12 kicked off last Saturday, which started as a quick concert, then home, and it morphed into the rest of this column! But first, there was a super interesting artist reception up the Olas Altas hill on Pilitas at Arte VallARTa to celebrate Cuban printmaker Joaquin Bolivar Thomas. He was brought…

Happy First Anniversary to my beautifully exotic Humphrey Bogart, aka Bogie. A year ago today, I picked him up at Nathalie Herling’s Arte Vallarta, the handoff executed by Alan Ross, her second-in-command. Bogie and I are still learning – and unlearning, behaviors as we go along. I mentioned something last night to him about the…

I love Vallarta when it’s quiet in the morning. When each sound can be picked out and separated because there are so few, those weird frogs that live by the river two blocks from me sound like owls hooting. A car or two accelerates on Juarez, and birds converse quietly as if they are respecting…

When all the plans are smooth as silk, a gremlin pops up and seemingly messes with your day. I have learned to observe the changes as an opportunity I hadn’t considered before the interruption or disruption. My long day of shopping with Sharon was disrupted half an hour before it could begin by circumstances beyond…

Since its debut in early 2024, ZUMO Restaurant has quickly become a beacon of modern Mexican cuisine and innovative cocktails. Nestled in an elegant dining space, ZUMO embodies the vision of Chef Gustavo Cabrero Tello, whose culinary prowess has elevated both dinner and now brunch to new heights. Brunch at ZUMO isn’t merely a meal;…

If this is Tuesday, then it must be a great shopping day! I am meeting Sharon, then we are descending on the colonia of Coapinole for their fabulous outdoor tianguis, then La Comer for coffee and Costco, and be done and home by noon. That’s the plan anyway! A full report on the extravagant abundance…

I hope everybody had a weekend like mine! With not one but two Mother’s Days back to back to celebrate being the mom of my kitty Bogie, I did only what I wanted for 2 days straight. I futzed in my garden a little, caught a few rays, didn’t nap because I didn’t have to…

Puerto Vallarta isn’t just a vacation destination—it’s a lifestyle. With its cobblestone streets, vibrant art scene, thriving expat community, and year-round sunshine, this Mexican coastal gem has become one of the top spots for foreigners looking to relocate. Whether you’re seeking a second home, a retirement haven, or simply a change of pace, living in…