Meet Your Neighbor

Meet your neighbor and learn more about some of our wonderful people that live full time here in Puerto Vallarta. From the locals (pata salada). to temporary and permanent residents, we’ve got great stories about your neighbors.

Mexican Drag Queen Jeybra Brings Fire to the Stage

Jeybra Queen (the name is a take on the Zebra) arrived in Puerto Vallarta about three years ago, and brought to her act something not many other people can do - acrobatics and aerial arts combined with fire.  Photo by Oscar Almeida.
Jeybra Queen (the name is a take on the Zebra) arrived in Puerto Vallarta about three years ago, and brought to her act something not many other people can do - acrobatics and aerial arts combined with fire. 

Tamale Ringwald Makes Art, Music and the World a Happier Place

Tamale Ringwald, a Puerto Vallarta artist. Photo by Oscar Almeida.
Tamale Ringwald is a painter, a drag queen, a muralist, a musician, a dancer, a designer, and a yacht tour owner…he’s so on fire you could say Tamale is hot.

Inspired by Nature, Guzman Paints from the Heart

Luis Guzman has known since he can remember that his hands and heart were meant to paint.  Photo by Oscar Almeida.
Luis Guzman has known since he can remember that his hands and heart were meant to paint. 

Lost Gabor Sister Brings ‘Big’ Style to Incanto’s Stage

Gouda Gabor - Richard Lucas is drag performer Gouda Gabor. Photo by Oscar Almeida.
Richard Lucas is one of those theater queens. He’s known around the world as the founder of Lucas Talent, - the largest talent and literary agency in Canada - but he’s known in Puerto Vallarta as its very own Gouda Gabor.

From English Teacher, Dolphin Trainer to Drag Star Karma La Perra, Mitchell Rivadeneyra Shines as an Entertainer

Mitchell Isaác Guzmán Rivadeneyra. Photo by Oscar Almeida
Mitchell Isaác Guzmán Rivadeneyra is performer and drag star Karma La Perra - he arrived at Juicy Drags for our interview dressed like the fashion diva that he is - a custom made crop top, sunglasses and a sharp black hat that instantly told you that this man is ready for business.

Galini Spa Massage Opens, Offering Full Service Spa in Zona Romantica

Galini Spa Massage is new full-service spa located conveniently at Calle de Constitucion #364. Opening just 3 months ago, the spa is already being sought out by tourists and residents alike.
Galini Spa Massage is new full-service spa located conveniently at Calle de Constitucion #364.  Opening just three months ago, the spa is already being sought out by tourists and residents alike.

Rico Indian Restaurant Brings Three Men Together to Offer Authentic Gourmet Indian Food

(Left to right) Monnish Malhotra, Enzo Lima and Manjunath Mysore
A new gourmet Indian restaurant, Rico Indian, has opened in Puerto Vallarta, bringing with it tastes that are authentic, original and a sense of belonging for the three owners. 

2023 Boys on Fire Calendar Benefits Charity

For the second year in a row, the local male burlesque group Boys on Fire, has produced a 2023 calendar to raise money for two local charities.
For the second year in a row, the local male burlesque group Boys on Fire, has produced a 2023 calendar to raise money for two local charities.

Bar Frida and Kitchen Settles Into New Home

Tom Finley owner of Bar Frida's
Tom Finley, the owner of Bar Frida, has seen a lot over the past 78 years. You can see it reflected in his eyes - most recently the sorrow of losing his husband and partner, Luis Mendez. 

Shhhhh! It’s a Secret! New ‘Secret’ Wine Bar Opens in Hidden Location

Juan Carlos Carrillo Orozco
A new speakeasy has opened in Puerto Vallarta. The Secret Wine & Cocktail Bar, located at Calle Lazaro Cardenas 311, is on the patio/terrace of the Littenbrod Bakery.

Arriba Prepares for its New Season as it Starts Third Year

Arriba Staff Photo
Arriba Restaurant Bar, Olas Altas 443-A (on the second floor), is preparing for its third season to welcome back local residents and visitors to Puerto Vallarta.

Tonny Kenneth Releases New Heartfelt Album, ‘Happytamin’

Tonny Kenneth
Tonny Kenneth has released a new album that he says is his most personal project to date -  and reflects some major moments in his life.

Doctor Puerto Vallarta Offers Specialized LGBTQ Services and More

Dr. Omar Sánchez. Photo by Oscar Almeida
Dr. Sánchez is “Doctor Puerto Vallarta” and as a gay physician, he knows that many gay men are more comfortable with a gay physican that can speak English, and discuss more intimate health concerns.

Luis Valdez Wants to Open a New Window in Your World

luis valdez teaching spanish
Luis Valdez wants to open a new window in your world by teaching you a new language.  He recently started teaching English and Spanish classes in Puerto Vallarta. His classes are small, intimate and designed for lots of one-on-one learning time.

From Love Comes a Bakery and Engagement

Armando Álan Vázquez (chef) and Ivan Garcia
Armando Álan Vázquez (chef) and Ivan Garcia are making sweet moments with love from their small and humble pastry shop that recently opened. 

Sweet Treats by Rosie and Me Brings American Treats to Puerto Vallarta

richard wright delivery
Sweet Treats by Rosie and Me is truly a home based business and a one-man-show. Richard cooks in the kitchen in his rented home located in the Centro Colonial. He shares photos of his work on Facebook, and orders are placed through Facebook messenger. He personally delivers the orders. 

Che Vallarta Specializes With Handmade Argentinean Empanadas

Che Vallarta, a restaurant offering authentic Argentinean empanadas and other delicacies, has grown by word of mouth. You'll find their small shop in Centro Vallarta, Calle Abasolo 189, just a few blocks from the Malecon.

Francisco Calvillo Finds Passion in the Sands of Puerto Vallarta

A spatula, salty sea water, and his imagination are the humble tools Francisco Calvillo uses to create unbelievable works of art out of sand.

Danyol Creates a World of Queer Art Inspired by his Mexican Roots

Danyol is a Puerto Vallarta artist and drag performer, and has created a world of Queer Art Inspired by his Mexican roots.

Adan Carano Dances With the Waves

Adan Carano is a brilliant artist who combines his love of the Hula-Hoop with his nimble surfing skills, bringing together elements which have become vital in Adan’s life.