Marilo Gallery is a studio/gift shop in downtown Puerto Vallarta specializing in original, Mexican-made arts and crafts. Rodolfo Rosas Hernandez, resident artist, gives Stained Glass Mosaic Art Demos and offers Open Studio Workshops. Rodolfo’s style has been perfected over years of dedication. Click … [Read more...]
Counter Cultures visits Santa Clara del Cobre, Michoacan by Katherine Fisher
June 8, 2012
Last month Flirt (my dog) and I made our first trip into Santa Clara del Cobre, Michocan. When I say I went into Santa Clara I went into a dusty, hot fire filled factory. My ears were filled with a constant ringing from over a dozen men hammering out copper by hand. In the center of the workshop a … [Read more...]
Lake Patzcuaro & the Surrounding Area, Michoacan State, Mexico
December 5, 2011
I recently came across David Haun’s fabulous Lake Patzcuaro blog. If you’ve never been to Michoacan State, this blog is a good introduction, and if you have visited the region, Lake Patzcuaro has fascinating information about the Monarch Migration, Fiesta de los Muertos (Feast of theDead) and … [Read more...]
Peyote People Gallery, Juarez 222, Downtown Puerto Vallarta
December 3, 2011
Peyote People Gallery is a fair trade co-operative based in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, that has been recognized by the Huichol Indian Traditional Government of San Andres, Cohamaita for not only promoting their artwork, but also for their commitment to the preservation of the Huichol customs and … [Read more...]
Peyote People and Colectika Mexican Folk Art Gallery, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
November 21, 2011
Peyote People, a fair trade co-operative recognized by the Traditional Huichol Indian Government of San Andres, Cohamaita, is a familiar Puerto Vallarta landmark committed to the promotion of Huichol artwork and the preservation of the Huichol customs and traditions. Colectika Mexican Folk art … [Read more...]
Arte Culinario by Mavi Graf, Puerto Vallarta & Nuevo Vallarta
November 14, 2011
Arte Culinario is a family-owned Catering and Event Planning Company offering Catering, At Home Chef Services, Cooking Classes, Personal Shopping and a full product line of Gourmet Food Products and Gift Baskets. Visit Arte Culinario and discover their ‘From the Heart of My Kitchen’ line of gourmet … [Read more...]
El Gato Gordo Cigars, (Fat Cat Cigars), Old Town Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
October 10, 2011
El Gato Gordo is located in Old Town Puerto Vallarta, a 5-minute walk from the Malecon and steps from the Rio Cuale Bridge. El Gato Gordo specializes in specialty, top brand cigars – Cuban cigars, Mexican cigars, House cigars, Blends, Accessories, Pipes, Shishas, specialty and flavoured Tobacco and … [Read more...]
Los Mercados, Zona Romantica, Puerto Vallarta, Opening for the 2nd season on October 13, 2011 –
October 4, 2011
LOS MERCADOS is a beautiful two–story re-modeled hacienda located in the Zona Romantica area of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico offering a variety of shops; from fresh produce and wine & spirits, to a delicatessen and a café. Beyond the ornate gates, the open-air courtyard hosts café tables, a fountain … [Read more...]
Aztlan Tattoo, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
July 29, 2011
Aztlan Tattoo is centrally located in the heart of Puerto Vallarta at Avenida Mexico 1193, across from the grocery store Ley and six blocks north of the infamous malecon. Mexican/Canadian owned, here at Aztlan you will find a clean, professional, friendly atmosphere. All of our needles are single … [Read more...]
Curvas Peligrosas, Puerto Vallarta
July 9, 2011
The idea for Puerto Vallarta's first and only plus-sized swimwear store was born on a sunny day as Robina and her husband Carlos sat by the pool at a Puerto Vallarta resort. Robina had tried in vain for days to find a comfortable, flattering suit in her size. As she looked at the women in all … [Read more...]
