The Dog House Opens to Praise

Puerto Vallarta (Jalisco) — The Dog House opened up on Tuesday night with rave reviews.  The new venture pairs ambitious owners, a friendly staff, affordability and quality ingredients to bring a new food experience to Puerto Vallarta.

“These are the best hot dog and sausages that I have ever had…and I have had lots of sausages in my time” quipped Puerto Vallarta resident, Bert Ramirez. Cheryl Schrean, Margaret Souder, Cindy Du Chateaux and John Stewart echoed the positive comments as well as many others who quickly went online to post accolades on various social networking sites.

The Dog House, located in front of Paco’s Ranch on Ignacio L Vallarta, offers customers a variety of artisan sausage meats as well as traditional bacon-wrapped all-beef hot dogs.   The Dog House will be open from 10pm to 6am Tuesday through Sunday.  Check-in on Facebook, Foursquare or Twitter during your visit and receive a special treat.

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Monica Navarro

With 789 likes on PVRPV’s Facebook Site, Monica won:

• A 7 night stay at Casa Cameron – Selva Romantica.

• A 3 course dinner at prestigious Blanca Blue Restaurant Bar & Lounge

• And Superior Tours will sponsor her transportation.

Thanks to all for your enthusiasm in participating and tell us why

It is Always Sunny in Puerto Vallarta.

Hurricane is a deliciously sweet drink made from fruit juice, sometimes grenadine (which is made from pomegranates) and rum. Yum. Sort of a health beverage, if it includes grenadine. The drink was made popular in New Orleans back in the 1940’s by tavern owner Pat O’Brien. Apparently, rum was not all that popular back in the day and Pat was waiting on a shipment of the preferred whiskey and scotch. But, all he had was cheap rum. So, he invented the concoction to use it up. The sweetness disguised its unpleasant taste. Of course, there are other Hurricane stories out there. Apparently, the drink in the Bahamas is made with coffee. Next time, I’ll tell you the history of Bingo. No. Just kidding. Well, maybe not.

We got started a little late but that gave folks the opportunity to get to Nacho Daddy (street parking was not a problem), and it gave the raffle ticket sellers (our own Carole…the 50/50 chica, and the handsome, fast talking Miguel selling the BIG raffle tickets) the opportunity to work the room.

Finally, we were underway. Kind of. First, Tim introduced the evening’s sponsors…Lori of Rio Amapas Private Luxury Residences, Charlotte and Carole of Xocodiva Artisan Chocolates and Tim of PVRPV all volunteer their time as the administrative committee of Charity Bingo. Also, thanking all the volunteers, Robin, Miguel, Lina and Oscar. They coordinated with Asilo San Juan Diego to make the evening a success. Many thanks and a big round of applause to all of our volunteers.

I’ve said it before; playing Bingo is like riding a bicycle.  With Oscar as the caller (no assistant tonight), the first letter/number was called…O 61. And we were off and Bingo-ing. Some people were playing four cards as they’d brought an item from the San Juan Wish List. For the most part, the list includes the normal necessities…toilet paper, rice, cooking oil, tuna in water, baby wipes, bath soap, etc…all things useful for operating a home for our seniors. Actually, the list is quite extensive.

The first game was won by Maggie Harbour. Go, Maggie! The winner of our first game of the season. Once into the second game, some of us thought that the rain had finally started. Nope. False alarm. It was the sizzle of a fajita platter cooking at a nearby table. Spooky. Sounded just like rain. Back to Bingo. Game #2 had two winners…Tom Atkachunas and Randy Haessig. Way to go, guys. During Game #3, we had our first fake Bingo as we like to call them. Eventually, we had a good one. The winner was Estela Garcia. Well done, Estela. Then, on to Game #4, won by Valentin Moreno. Bravo, Valentin.

Break time! Some of us ordered more drinks, others relieved themselves of previously consumed beverages while still others took their cameras and phones outside to photograph the stunningly beautiful sunset. Yes. You read it correctly. A sunset in the middle of a hurricane. Imagine that!

Then, we were back with Game #5 which was won by Robert Mahoney. Nicely played, sir. Our own Captain Doug Danielson eked out a win in Game #6. I was glad because he had been so close so many other times.

Right about then, Tim had the 50/50 raffle drawing. 1/2 of a kitty of $2,894 pesos was up for grabs. Tammy pulled the ticket, and the winner? … Julie Guerrero from No Way Jose! The restaurant was closed because of the pending storm so she decided to join us for Bingo and we’re so glad she did. Julie won $1,447 pesos and donated it back to San Juan! A very generous gesture, Julie. Thank you so much. That extra money combined with card sales and BIG raffle ticket sales brought the evenings total to $11,047 pesos! Imagine what we could have raised with more than 52 people in attendance. Next time, folks. I’m not kidding. There won’t be a hurricane or any excuse not to come out for Bingo on October 25. That’s a Tuesday, by the way. Oh, and the BIG raffle…a one night’s stay at the beautiful Casa Isabelle, dinner for two at Daiquiri Dick’s and a dandy bottle of sipping tequila…was won by Divina Angélica Andrade from Casa Hogar! Interestingly enough, we will be benefiting Casa Hogar during the November Bingo games. Casa Hogar is our local children’s home or orphanage. Thank you for coming out to benefit Asilo San Juan Diego. So, as you can see, the prizes are fabulous, and the fun just keeps on coming.

The gang at my table dubbed the 7^th Bingo game “The Hurricane” because in order to win, one must cover all the outside spaces…a square or a circle if you will. The name didn’t catch on. Oh, well. The winner was Michael Gutierrez. Black-out bingo, the 8^th and final game, was won by a person at a very fun loving table. Oh, they were having an exciting time. The winner was Tiffany Stevenson.

Congratulations to all our winners and to all the players. You people rock! And so do our bighearted sponsors:

Come help us support Discapacitados Visuales de la Bahia A.C. this Tuesday, December 06^th and December 20th at Nacho Daddy’s, located at 180 Basilio Badillo in Old Town.

BRING AN ITEM FROM THE WISH LIST AND GET A FREE CARD TO PLAY !!!

We look forward to seeing you at B-I-N-G-O!

The dishes, mugs and glasses are used for the workshops and daily activities.

Bond paper, rulers and punches are used to teach Braille.

Memory Sticks and Black CD’s are used for the computer classes.

This year the staff worked hard to complete some big changes and they are thrilled about showing off for a sensational winter season starting October 1, 2011.  The new look includes The Deli, which moved from Venustiano Carranza to right inside the restaurant at Olas Altas 314, really convenient.

The Deli will continue to serve up its famous baked goods, sensational salads and sandwiches.  New this year will be daily specials including quiches and soups.  All of this is available to go for beach picnics, office lunches, parties on your patio or when you are just searching for the best light snack.

October is the month when a good number of snowbirds return.  The Daiquiri Dick’s staff wants to extend a special welcome back to all Canadians by offering them a 10 percent discount all month long.  A proper ID such as a passport or driver’s license must be shown when you place your order.

The maple leaf festivities will also include Canadian Thanksgiving on October 10th with turkey and all the trimmings. Dinner starts at 5:30pm and reservations are recommended.  You do not need to be from Canada to enjoy this tasty meal.

Mark your calendar and get ready for The Deli Re-Grand Opening Party, Saturday, October 22nd from 4 to 7pm.  Meet the lively Solo Exitos DJ, Jessica Sanchez, who will be hosting the event.  There will be samples of The Deli’s famous food and a free raffle for a bevy of prizes.  Winners must be present to collect their goodies.

Canadian Thanksgiving Menu

Monday, October 10th, 2011

Three course dinner: Select one item from each part of the menu or select one starter and one entree item and substitute your dessert for a national drink or glass of house wine. $330 pesos per person

First Course:

Spicy Corn Soup flavored with Chipotle Chiles and topped with red bell pepper cream

Arugula Salad with Roasted Beets and Pears and a Dijon Shallot Vinaigrette

Main Course:

Maple Roasted Turkey with Sage, Smoked Bacon and Cornbread Stuffing, with cranberry relish, mashed potatoes, roasted sweet potatoes and gravy

Dessert:

Apple and Maple Bread Pudding

Sweet Potato Pie

Executive Chef Ignacio Uribe

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011-52-322-222-
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and Canada
or 222-0566 locally.

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Come help us support Asilo San Juand Diego this Tuesday, October 11^th and October 25th at Nacho Daddy’s, located at 180 Basilio Badillo in Old Town.

BRING AN ITEM FROM THE WISH LIST AND GET A FREE CARD TO PLAY !!!

We look forward to seeing you at B-I-N-G-O!

We also have a bazzar so any used clothing or article is appreciated

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CHARITY BINGO Returns!

by Patrick Harrison

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For More Info:                  Patrick Harrison – patrick@pgringo.com

During the past two years, Charity Bingo has been successful in raising over $36,000 USD for Pasitos de Luz, an organization dedicated to serving neurologically handicapped children from economically disadvantaged homes in the Puerto Vallarta area.  For the upcoming season, the Charity Bingo Administrative Staff was determined to broaden the resources to other Charity Organizations so the Charity Bingo selection committee selected six (6) different charities to benefit from the Charity Bingo proceeds.  The decision of the selected charities was based solely from the selection committee and did not include any influence from the administrative staff.

The following Charities will be part of Bingo this year:

October – Asilo San Juan Diego -  Seniors Home for the elderly November – Casa Hogar Maximo Cornenejo Quiroz – Orphanage for kids December – Discapacitados Visuales de la Bahia AC -  Help Blind people January – AFV AC – Canica -  Kids with cancer February – Banco de Alimentos -  Food Bank March – Paraiso Felino AC – Shelter for Cats

Sincerely,

The Charity Bingo Administrative Staff,

Tim Longpré, PVRPV; Lori Lorenzen, Rio Amapas; Carol Fast and Charlotte Semple, XocodivaThe following charities have been selected to receive funds from Charity Bingo.  100% of monies raised and all cash donations will go to help support:

• For games played October 11 & 25; Asilo San Juan Diego -  Seniors Home for the elderly

• For games played November 8 & 22; Casa Hogar Maximo Cornenejo Quiroz – Orphanage for kids

• For games played December  6 & 20; Discapacitados Visuales de la Bahia AC -  Aiding  the blind

• For games played January 10 & 24;  AFV AC – Canica -  Kids with cancer

• For games played February 7 & 21;  Banco de Alimentos -  Food Bank

• For games played March 6 & 20;  Paraiso Felino AC – Shelter for Cats

• March 27, 2012;  Final Season Charity Bingo Party

If you are interested in lending a hand with Charity Bingo, there are several ways this can be accomplished; 1) Go to Facebook and like our Charity Bingo Page and invite all your friends to like it as well.  2) Attend Charity Bingo Nights.  3) Volunteer with Charity Bingo by sending a private message via Facebook Charity Bingo Page to the administrative staff.  4) If you are a business and would like to donate a prize for Bingo Nights, please visit Charlotte Semple at Xocodiva Artisan Chocolates - Rodolfo Gomez #118.  322-113-0352 or via e-mail  charlee_semple@hotmail.com.

Each week again will feature guest callers, game prizes, and a 50/50 draw.  Bingo cards for the night are a bargain at only $50 pesos each, or 3 for $100 pesos. To help round out the night, Nacho Daddy’s will be offering a variety of food and drink specials from their yummy menu.

Come help us support local charities beginning Tuesday, October 11^th at Nacho Daddy’s, located at 180 Basilio Badillo in old town.  We look forward to seeing you at B-I-N-G-O!

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