PUERTO VALLARTA CELEBRATES THE FRENCH REVOLUTION With The 5th Annual 'Vive La France Festival In Conjunction with La Petite France Restaurant

Puerto Vallartas Fideicomiso de Turismo celebrates the 5th Annual 'Vive La France Festival with La Petite France Restaurant. The month-long celebration, taking place now, offers cultural and gourmet samples during this celebration of the 215th anniversary of the French Revolution.

PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO (PRWEB) July 10, 2004 -- Puerto Vallartas Fideicomiso de Turismo celebrates the 5th Annual 'Vive La France Festival with La Petite France Restaurant. The month-long celebration, taking place now, offers cultural and gourmet samples during this celebration of the 215th anniversary of the French Revolution.

Visitors to Puerto Vallarta in July have an opportunity to enjoy several cultural and gastronomical events. The highlight of the festival is a live performance of The Last Time I Saw Paris, a musical comedy under the expert direction of Kathleen Keenan. After the show, on July 16, 2004 at 9:00 pm, guests will enjoy a gastronomical festival with a five course dinner at La Petite France. Reservations are required for this event, and available at $45 per person.

The festival continues on July 23, 204 at 7:30 pm with the presentation of Artwork by French painter, Gerard Economos. Visitors will enjoy his artwork partnered with a musical serenade. This event will take paces at the Juan Luis Cifuentes Auditorium of the Coastal University Center of the University of Guadalajara. Admission is complimentary at this event is co-sponsored by Santa Barbara Shores, the Univeristy of Guadalajara and the Puerto Vallarta City Council.

The grand finale of the festival is From the Traditional to the Contemporary" symposium, dinner and wine tasting. Symposiums on gastronomy, cooking, wine cultivation and wine tasting begin on July 31st at 7:00 pm at La Petite France. A five-course dinner and wine tasting follow at 9:00 pm, followed by a table chat. Reservations are required for this event, and available at $45 per person.

Visitors who love and appreciate cultural experiences and fine dining are encouraged to experience Puerto Vallartas numerous festivals and events first-hand. A variety of international events, including the annual Gourmet Festival and the Film Festival of the Americas in November are designed for the cosmopolitan visitor, are complemented by the flavor of traditional Vallarta by the sea.

For more information on La Petite France or for reservations to any of these events, please call 322-52-293-0900 or email lapetitefrance@prodigy.net.mx.

About La Petite France:
Bringing all the original recipes from France, as members of the Chaine des Rotisseurs, the dining experience goes beyond the food. The memorable ambience is created with live piano music, candles, antique furnishings and beautiful paintings. Menu favorites include the French favorites such as homemade paté, coq au vin, canard a l'orange or entrecote a la bordelaise. For more information on La Petite France, visit www.lapetitefrance.com.mx.

About Puerto Vallarta:
Puerto Vallarta was selected by CONDE NAST TRAVELER readers as the eighth best destination in the world in their annual Readers Choice Awards" in the November 2001 issue, as well as number one international destination because of the remarkable amiability of the local folk." Puerto Vallarta was the only destination in Mexico that made the list. Located on the Western Pacific coast of Mexico in the state of Jalisco, Puerto Vallartas charm remains largely undiscovered, along with its cobblestone streets, stunning beaches, plentiful marine life, lush Sierra Madre Mountains, exceptional restaurants, fine Gourmet Festival, new golf courses and vibrant art culture. For more information about Puerto Vallarta, call your travel agent or toll-free at 888-384-6822, or direct at (52) 322 22 41175; fax: (52) 322 22 40915. Log on at www.visitpuertovallarta.com

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