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No stranger to the spotlight, Ron Pass has an extensive background as a performer.  After years of involvement in regional and community theater, Ron’s first “paying gig” surfaced when he performed weekly as a singer and pianist at a resort near his college campus in central New York State.  After graduation, Ron left New York for Washington, DC for graduate studies in Political Management.  Ron worked in the political field for a few years, the highlight of which was a staff position with the Clinton Administration in the East Wing of The White House.  Despite the thrill of the political world (which included the Clinton’s cat Socks taking daily naps on his fax machine). Ron’s love for music kept him busy moonlighting weekly as a piano man at neighborhood bars and clubs.  In January of 2000, Ron followed a job offer to “The Big Apple,” New York City.  In addition to working full-time as a Project Manager at a health insurance company in lower Manhattan, Ron serenaded crowds weekly as a singer and pianist at a neighborhood restaurant.

On his way to work on the morning of September 11, 2001, Ron was exiting the subway underneath the World Trade Center at the moment it was struck.  Spiritually moved after witnessing first-hand the horror of that day, Ron decided a life change was in order and abandoned his career in project management to pursue music full-time. (For a detailed account of Ron’s 9/11 experience, go to WWW.RONPASS.COM.)  On November 24, 2002 he began a new career as a piano man with Carnival Cruise Lines.  Ron has entertained thousands of vacationers in his piano bar ever since and has been honored with placement on the inaugural start-up teams on four of Carnival’s new ships.

A native of Geneva, New York, Ron obtained a BA from Hobart College and a MA in Political Management from George Washington University.  He studied voice with Mollie Steele and Meredith Hudson and piano from Zelia Dunbar, Joan Martin, and Michael Salimirs.  Ron lives in Las Vegas and maintains family roots in upstate New York.

Ron is currently here in our beautiful Puerto Vallarta, Mexico for the winter season; working as a featured entertainer at the new “El Pianito” Piano Bar, part of the famous Club Mañana family of venues.  If you are in town, be sure to drop into El Pianito to sing, clap, and laugh along with Ron.  El Pianito is located in the “Old Town” Zona Romantica neighborhood at Basilio Badillo #284.  Ron’s at the 88’s from 9 pm until 1 am, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Looking for some real Mexican fun in Puerto Vallarta? Then Andale is the place for you! Lively music, delicious food, ice cold margaritas made from the finest tequila and an electric party atmosphere that makes you feel like you’re at the biggest fiesta in town!

 In just a couple of weeks, Andale will be open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for early-morning and post-nightclub breakfast, lunch, lazy afternoons and lively evenings, so whether you’re out shopping, meeting friends, returning from the beach or planning a party, it’s the only place to be! 

 At their prime Zona Romantica location on Olas Altas, you can enjoy their famous sizzling fajitas, served with flour tortillas and the essentials; salsa, guacamole and sour cream. Rip open a rack of ribs, smothered in barbecue sauce. Put some fire in your belly with their spicy chili or fill it up with a succulent burgers and steaks with tasty toppings, fresh salads and decadent desserts. 

Andale’s choice of cocktails is so extensive it almost embarrassing. If you like your drinks sweet or sour, sharp or soft, they have a cocktail to suit your taste and fuel your party spirit. And if it’s a drop of the Mexican holy water you’re looking for then look no further than Andale’s bar; tequila is their thing!  And, of course, don’t forget about their world-famous Andale donkey appearing nightly around 9pm. 

On Monday’s, around 2pm, feel free to join Andale’s in feeding children in Colonia Magisterio, one of the poorest areas on Vallarta.  Hundreds of families live in shanties made of materials found in the nearby municipal dump.  Many of the families have no access to running water or sanitation and many of the children are forced to work to help their families rather than attend school.  Andale Restaurant and Andale’s on the Bay has teamed up with some great organizations, local businesses and caring volunteers to really make a difference in this extremely poor neighborhood.  

To receive regular Andale and Andale’s on the Bay updates on special offers and events, including their 30^th anniversary celebration in February, log on to www.andales.com and join them on TWITTER or FACEBOOK.  We encourage you to use their new social networking sites to meet friends, send shout outs to the great staff and to post your favorite Andale photos in preparation of their 30^th year in Puerto Vallarta.

Tuesday 6 to 8  Karaoke with Jools
Come out and be a star. Lots of songs to choose from and a fun time. 2×1 drinks from 6 to 7pm
Free shot for every song you sing.

Wednesday 6 to 8  Wine Tasting with Nina from La Bodega De Nina. Enjoy this professional wine tasting event. 3 white and 3 reds will be sampled. A different country will be choosen every other Wednesday  120.00 pesos in advance 150.00 pesos at the door. Limited to 30 people only.

Friday  6 to 8 Love to Dance? Enjoy instruction of most Latin rythms with our handsome instructor Ziggy. 1 hour instruction followed by 1 hour free dancing. 50 pesos.

Every Monday and Saturday 6 to 8 Kim Kuzma Live. Enjoy the sunset and an intimate evening with this talented Canadian Singer. 75 pesos in advance  150 pesos at the door   Limited to 50 people per show. Book soon as tickets are selling fast. With each purchased ticket, you receive a free cocktail with it between 5:30pm and 6Pm just prior to Kim’s show.

bite me! beach club Playa Los Muertos beside Hotel Tropicana infront of Blue Seas Resort
322-223-1521 ex 234

Spanish Version listed below / Version en Español enlistada abajo

The following blog entry is from PVRPV staff member Octavio Fregoso.

Because there’s always the need to celebrate something, and this time it

was my turn (our second year anniversary) it was the perfect occasion to

visit this new place. I really liked the very intimate feeling of Blanca Blue from the beginning and had been really looking forward to enjoying the waterfront dining at one of my favorite spots in Puerto Vallarta (Garza Blanca, just south of town). Torch lights helped to create an unforgettable atmosphere and the upscale restaurant still feels very comfortable.

The food and the drinks were delicious. The chef designed a menu that is generous and tasty. The flavors were unique and incredibly rich. And don’t get me started on the drinks…the wine selection is perfect, and the cocktails: yum!

The place is cozy, very well decorated and invites you to just relax

and enjoy the scenery. You have plenty of options of areas to dine from the

Indoor, air conditioned areas to the gorgeous al fresco areas. They offer more intimate areas too right down on the incredible Garza Blanca Beach if you’d like.

The service is exceptional from the bartender in the lounge area to the waiters and the manager. They all helped to make this celebration one of the best.

So go and discover this new and cool place while you are in Puerto Vallarta. It is just the perfect spot for a really memorable experience.

Km. 7.5 Carr. a Mismaloya (Hwy 200 South)

Porque siempre existe la necesidad de celebrar algo, y esta vez fue nuestro turno (nuestro segundo aniversario) fue la ocasión perfecta para visitar este nuevo lugar. En realidad, me gustó la sensación íntima de Blanca Azul desde el principio y había estado esperando ansiosamente el disfrute de la cena frente al mar en uno de mis lugares favoritos en Puerto Vallarta (Garza Blanca, al sur de la ciudad). Las antorchas contribuyeron a crear un ambiente inolvidable y el restaurant de lujo aun se siente muy cómodo.

La comida y las bebidas estuvieron deliciosas. El chef diseñó un menú generoso y suculento. Los sabores son únicos e increíblemente ricos. Y no me dejes iniciar con las bebidas… la selección de vinos es perfecta, y los cócteles: ¡yum!

El lugar es acogedor, está muy bien decorado y te invita a relajarte y disfrutar del paisaje. Usted tiene muchas opciones de áreas para comer desde las zonas cubiertas con aire acondicionado hasta las hermosas zonas al aire. Ofrecen también sitios mucho más íntimos en la increíble Playa Garza Blanca, si lo deseas.

El servicio excepcional desde el de la barra hasta los meseros y el gerente. Todos ellos ayudaron a que esta celebración se convirtiera en una de las mejores. Así que explora este nuevo y atractivo lugar mientras estas en Puerto Vallarta. Es simplemente el lugar perfecto para una experiencia realmente memorable.