Mexico
An incredibly positive surprise – Mexican cuisine reinterpreted: Restaurant Makal (24. November 2021)
When I researched the Makal it was labelled as a ‘Cheap Eats’ restaurant on TripAdvisor but it actually turned out to be an upscale restaurant with an interesting menu. They offer modern interpretations of Mexican food which were quite lovely. As an amuse bouche I was served a “tostada de pulpo ahumado con helote” which […]
A true bargain: A full traditional Mexican meal for less than 6 CHF: Restaurant El Campanario (23. November 2021)
Authenticity is the charm – the El Campanario is an authentic and traditional Mexican restaurant where you can find a lot of locals enjoying a bite in the evening. I went for the “plato mexicano (taco, sope, enchilada, pozole)” (120 MXN) as it really offers a bit of everything. And while I was somehow surprised […]
Simple but delicious Mexican dishes: Restaurant Tacos Sonorita Olas Altas (22. November 2021)
Sometimes, simplicity wins. After a luscious dinner the previous night, it was time to try something authentic and local, so we went for the Tacos Sonorita Olas Altas and it’s really that. A simple place (although more for tourists I figured during the evening as there were barely any locals) and I tried what is […]
A great place which left a sour aftertaste: Restaurant Café des Artistes by Thierry Blouet (21. November 2021)
The Café des Artistes is exactly what the name suggests. A place where artists perform live music while you’re eating. And really good one. We had a harp player as well as a violinist who both played some amazing music at the table and I must say that it really was amazing! To start the […]
Similar to Dubai-style Sunday brunches: Restaurant La Villita @ Sheraton Buganvilias (21. November 2021)
What you get at the Sunday brunch at the Sheraton Buganvilias La Vilita restaurant is actually quite a deal, i.e., it is very similar to an extensive brunch in Dubai but just a bit smaller and a bit more local. The breakfast is priced at around 420 MXN on a regular day which is fair […]
Good selection of American-sized Mexican dishes: Restaurant El Andariego (20. November 2021)
Given I didn’t want to dine at the hotel only, I decided to give a couple of restaurants in Puerto Vallarta a try. What you get at the El Andariego is a good selection of different Mexican style dishes and definitely a good deal for your booze order. I wanted to get a small margarita […]
A lovely experience with dust-induced surroundings: Restaurant Amaya (18. November 2021)
The Amaya was another restaurant recommended in ‘La Liste’ and frankly speaking, not a bad one either. I went for the “ceviche de almeja generosa, con leche de tigre y aguacate” (220 MXN) which was definitely not really what I had hoped for since I did not understand that almeja means stomach – so it […]
Unless you don’t have another choice, don’t go: Restaurant ihop Patio Universidad (18. November 2021)
If you’re looking for a quick breakfast fix and don’t expect too much with regards to quality, then the ihop is a safe bet. Since I was a bit in a hurry, I decided to get something quick here and went for the “chicken quesadillas” (199 MXN) which were surprisingly good. I suppose if you […]
