Experience Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Nestled along the Pacific Ocean, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico is an enchanted destination of white sand beaches, pristine coastline, gorgeous landscapes and natural areas for adventure. From cobblestone streets to beautiful marinas to sea-kissed golf courses, Puerto Vallarta is a vacation playground of tranquility and activity. Stroll along Downtown Puerto Vallarta's Malecon to shop, sightsee and savor brilliant sunsets over the emerald waters of Banderas Bay. Indulge in a myriad of cultural activities, lively nightlife, wonderful restaurants, palapa bars and art galleries that reflect the spirit of Mexico’s Pacific Coast. Enjoy exciting activities, such as swimming with dolphins, sunset sails, scuba diving/snorkeling, boating, fishing, swimming, hiking or thrilling canopy tours. Dance to the rhythms of the night as you breathe in the breathtaking coastal scenery and magical ocean vistas!

Ofrece Casa Velas coctel al Comité de Nuestra Belleza

Las celebraciones en Puerto Vallarta están a la orden del día. Dentro de estas intensas jornadas que siguen consolidando la calidad de este destino de playa en el Pacífico se dio la semifinal del certamen Nuestra Belleza México 2011, el pasado 18 de agosto en el Centro de Convenciones.

Las 34 concursantes que representan a las mujeres de los 32 Estados del país, dieron lo mejor de sí en las etapas de exhibición de traje típico (para premiar solamente el mejor diseño y no a las concursantes), traje de baño y vestido de noche.

El evento fue todo un éxito; asistieron cientos de personas, entre ellas familias de las concursantes que emocionadas las animaban con porras y gritos de apoyo.

El certamen, conducido por el actor y cantante Jan; así como por Karín Ontiveros, Nuestra Belleza México 2010, tuvo una duración de dos horas y fue grabado para la televisión, para transmitirse por Canal 2 en cadena nacional.

El jurado estuvo formado por el conductor de TV y director de la revista TVyNovelas, Juan José Origel; la periodista de espectáculos, Aurora Valle y el actor Gabriel Soto; también están Jordi Avendaño, fotógrafo oficial de Nuestra Belleza; Marú Ruiz de Icaza, editora en México de la revista Hola!; y Arturo Velasco, Director de Televisa Música; el cirujano plástico, José Abel de la Peña; Luis Moya, dermatólogo de las estrellas; así como Dafne Molina, conductora, modelo y Nuestra Belleza Mundo México 2004, que obtuvo segundo lugar en Miss Mundo 2005.

Nuestra Belleza México

En esta etapa del concurso no se anunciaron ganadoras, sino que se esperaría a cumplir la última fase, la final, a celebrarse el sábado 20 de agosto, para entregar los premios.

Al finalizar el evento, jurado, concursantes y los organizadores fueron invitados a un coctel de gala en el Club de Playa de Casa Velas, para consentirlos con canapés gourmet y bebidas tropicales con el sello exclusivo de Velas Resorts.

Para apoyar a las bellas jóvenes, la Miss Universo Ximena Navarrete, engalanó con su presencia el festejo, y anunció que estaría presente en la final, para conocer y entregar la corona a la próxima Nuestra Belleza México 2011.

Luego de disfrutar parte de la velada frente al mar, la comitiva de Nuestra Belleza se trasladó al restaurante Emiliano, dentro del hotel, en el que se brindó un tour gastronómico con una cena preparada especialmente para la ocasión.

Ximena Navarrete, por su parte, destacó la atención y el trato de clase mundial que ha recibido del director general del hotel, Pierre Bonin.

El Spa y la comida son incomparables; las instalaciones son hermosas, me han apapachado mucho y han rebasado mis expectativas y las de mi familia, que me acompaña; nos la hemos pasado de maravilla”, dijo la mujer más bella del mundo.

Agregó que al igual que como lo comentaron miembros del jurado, organizadores y participantes, se queda con una grata impresión del hotel y de Puerto Vallarta; “la gente es muy linda y siempre está sonriendo; el servicio ha sido de primer nivel.

Seguramente volveré a venir, me encantó”, resaltó Navarrete, al tiempo de agradecer la distinción que Casa Velas le otorgó a través de una tarjeta VIP, para disfrutar beneficios exclusivos en sus próximas visitas.

A cocktail for the Nuestra Belleza beauty contest committee at Casa Velas

Celebrations in Puerto Vallarta are a daily occurrence, and among the events that continue to reinforce the quality of this Pacific beach destination, the semifinal of the Nuestra Belleza Mexico 2011 beauty contest was held at the Puerto Vallarta Convention Center on August 18th. The 34 contestants, representing the women of all 32 Mexican States, gave it their best during the Traditional Wear (awarding only the designers), Swimsuit and Evening Wear rounds of the competition.

The event was a complete success; hundreds of people attended, including family members of the contestants who cheered them on with shouts and whistles of support.

The contest, hosted by actor and singer Jan and Karín Ontiveros, Nuestra Belleza Mexico 2010, lasted two hours and was recorded for television to be aired on Channel 2 in Mexico.

The judging panel was made up of television producer and TV y Novelas magazine editor Juan José Origel, reporter Aurora Valle and actor Gabriel Soto, as well as Jordi Avendaño, official photographer of Nuestra Belleza, Marú Ruiz del Caza, Mexican editor of Hola!, Arturo Velasco, Musical Director of Televisa, cosmetic surgeon José Abel de la Peña, Luis Moya, dermatologist to the stars, and Dafne Molina, producer, model and Nuestra Belleza Mundo Mexico 2004.

Nuestra Belleza México

During this stage of the contest no winners were announced; the contestants would have to wait until August 20, for the final. After the semifinal, judges, contestants and organizers were invited to a grand Cocktail Gala at the Casa Velas Ocean Club to enjoy gourmet canapés and tropical beverages in the true exquisite style of Velas Resorts.

To support the young beauties, Miss Universe Ximena Navarrete, graced the festivities with her presence and announced that she would be present for the final, to meet and present the crown to the next Nuestra Belleza Mexico 2011.

After enjoying the event at the Ocean Club, the executive Nuestra Belleza committee moved to Emiliano Restaurant at the hotel, where they enjoyed a gastronomic tour with a dinner prepared especially for the occasion.

Ximena Navarrete, mentioned the world-class treatment and service she had enjoyed to the hotel’s General Director Pierre Bonin. “The Spa and food are incomparable; the facilities are beautiful, the staff has pampered me and exceeded both mine and my families’ expectations. We have had a wonderful time”, stated the most beautiful woman in the world.

She added, just as members of the judging panel, organizers and participants had, that she was left with a great impression of the hotel and of Puerto Vallarta;

the people are wonderful and always smiling, and the service is first-class.

I will definitely be back, I loved it here”, said Navarrete, upon receiving an exclusive Casa Velas VIP card giving her access to special benefits during her next visit.

Velas Vallarta consiente a Mamá y Papá! | Velas Vallarta pampers Mom & Dad in their day!

Velas Vallarta te invita a participar en la rifa de Una estancia para Mamá y Papá de 2 días y 1 noche Todo Incluido*.

Sólo deberás decirnos: ¿Cuántos años cumple Puerto Vallarta como Ciudad este 2011? y postear la respuesta en nuestra página en Facebook del 7 al 14 de mayo 2011, para entrar a la rifa de este increíble premio.

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Velas Vallarta invites you to enter the raffle of One stay for Mom & Dad, 2 days and 1 nigh All-Inclusive*.

Tell us: How old will Puerto Vallarta become this year since it was officially named: City? Post the answer on our Facebook page from May 7-14, 2011 to enter the raffle of this incredible prize.

Velas Vallarta

*No aplica con otras promociones. Premio válido durante Mayo y Junio 2011.

*Not applicable with other promotions. Prrize valid throughout May and June 2011.

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The best gift this Mother’s day!

Would like to impress mom this Mother’s Day?

If you LIVE in Puerto Vallarta and are looking for the perfect gift for her: Casa Velas has something for you!

Go to our Facebook page from May 7 through May 14 2011 and tell us in 1 phrase: “Why is mom the BEST in the world?” and enter to win a Day Spa* for mom and a 50% for one companion.

Participants will automatically enter the raffle of 3 Day Spa.

If you do not live in Puerto Vallarta but you are planning to stay at Casa Velas between June 1-30 2011, and still want to impress mom, just send us an e-mail and tell us “Why is mom the BEST in the world?” with your Reservation number to: socialmedia@velashotels.com to automatically win a Day Spa for mom!

Mother's day

Day Spa en Casa Velas

• Breakfast – Spa Menu at Emiliano

• Special selection of treatments and massages at the renowned Spa

by Leading Spas of the World and Condé Nast

• 50% off for 1 companion

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*Not applicable with other promotions  | Valid throughout May 2011.

For reservations call: 1-866-529-8813

Casa Velas recipes: Tortilla soup

by Casa Velas

Ingredients
2 teaspoons corn oil
2 cups roughly chopped tomato
¾ cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
5 dry guajillo chilies
½ cup chicken broth
8 epazote leaves
Salt and pepper to taste 

Garnishes
Finely cut fried tortilla strips
Julienned guajillo chili
Crumbled panela cheese
Avocado cubes 

Directions
In a pot, brown the onions in the oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and the tomato. Rehydrate the chilies in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, devein and add to the pot. Add the chicken stock and allow the mixture to boil for 12 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper. Add the epazote and remove from heat. When cool, puree in the blender. Top with your choice of garnishes.

tortilla soup by Casa Velas

Mmmmm! Guilt-free sweet treat! / ¡Un delicioso gusto sin culpa!

¿Por qué no terminar esta semana llena de retos y objetivos alcanzados, con esta deliciosa receta. Consiéntase con esta copa de frutas, cortesía de Restaurante Emiliano de Casa Velas. ¡Que lo disfrute! / Why not endind this week with a fantastic treat and celebrate all your goal achieved!! We share with you this absolutely delicious recipe. Courtesy of Emiliano Restaurant, from Casa Velas!

 
SPA Fruit Plate with Grapefruit Confit and Beet Yogurt Parfait with Coconut Foam

Ingredients:

Papaya 25 gr. | Pineapple 25 gr. | Cantaloupe 25 gr. | Watermelon 25 gr. | Grapefruit 15 gr | Pitajaya (Dragon Fruit) 10 gr | Agave Syrup 5 ml | Beet 10 gr | Plain Yogurt 30 ml | Coconut Milk 10 ml | Coconut Cream 10 ml | Coconut Water 10 ml | 1/2 Cinnamon Stick | Water ¾ liter | Sugar 200 gr

Directions:

To make grapefruit confit, peel grapefruit and cut it into small strips. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, simmer grapefruit, sugar and water until it reduces by about 20%.

To make the coconut foam, heat coconut cream, coconut milk and coconut water with the cinnamon stick until it becomes light and airy. Pour into a siphon and allow to cool before adding to yogurt parfait.

In the blender, blend beet with yogurt and agave syrup.

Slice papaya, pineapple, cantaloupe and watermelon into equal-size, large flat squares and stack to form a tower on one end of plate.

Cube pitajaya (dragon fruit) into 1 cm cubes. Place small spoonfuls of grapefruit confit in a line next to the tower of fruit and place a cube of pitaya on top of each one. Drizzle grapefruit confit onto fruit tower and use to decorate plate.

Pour beet yogurt mixture into parfait, cocktail or champagne glass and top with coconut foam.

Place at opposite end of plate from fruit tower.

Enjoy! 

Copa de Yogurt con crema de coco

Plato de frutas spa y copa de yogurt de betabel y espuma de coco

 Ingredientes

Papaya 25 gr. | Piña 25 gr. | Melón cantalup 25 gr. | Sandía 25 gr | Toronja 15 gr. | Pitajaya 10 gr. | Miel de agave 5 ml. | Betabel 10 gr. | Yogurt natural 30 ml. | Leche de coco 10 ml | Crema de coco 10 ml. | Agua de coco 10 ml. | Canela entera ½ pza. | Agua ¾ litro | Azúcar 200 gr

Procedimiento:

Para confitar la toronja, deberá de pelarse y cortar en julianas, cocer en jarabe a base de agua y azúcar hasta reducir a un 80%.

Licuar el betabel con yogurt natural y miel, vertir en la copa. Para la espuma de coco, calentar la crema junto con la  leche y el agua de coco con la pieza de canela. Vertir en un recipiente para dejar enfriar antes de incorporarlo en la copa de yogurt.

Cortar la fruta en forma de láminas y montar en forma de torre. Cortar la pitaya en pequeños cubitos. Para montar, coloque pequeñas cucharadas del confite de toronja formando una línea, y coloque un cubito de pitalla sobre cada ‘gota’ de confite. A un extremo de la línea formada, coloque la fruta formando una torre, adornando con confite. Colocar la copa de betabel con espuma de coco en el otro extremo de la línea de confite. ¡Que lo disfrute!

Mmmmmm! Recetas fáciles de preparar | Easy-to-cook recipes

[English version see below.]

Cortesía de/Courtesy: Restaurante Emiliano | Casa Velas  Hotel Boutique

Cortesía de/Courtesy: Restaurante Emiliano | Casa Velas Hotel Boutique

Sorbete de Maracuyá

Ingredientes:

Pulpa de maracuya 250 gr | Agua 175 ml | Azúcar 125 gr | Hielo frapé lo necesario | Sal de grano lo necesario

Procedimiento:

Calentar el agua, al primer herbor agregar el azucar y mezclar hasta disolverse.  Retirar del fuego y agregar la pulpa de maracuya , colocar en un recipiente cilindrico y dejar enfriar.

Colocar como base , un recipiente de mayor tamaño que el que contiene la mezcla de maracuya, vertir el hielo y vertir sal para endurecer el hielo.  Girar el recipiente de encima mientras baja el liquido de las paredes, con una pala pastelera hasta que se forme la consistencia de sorbete. ¡Que lo disfrute!

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Passion Fruit Sorbet

Ingredients:

Passion fruit 250 gr | water 175 ml | sugar 125 gr | shaved ice as necessary | salt as necessary

Procedure:

Heat the water until it begins to boil, then add the sugar and stir until fully diluted.

Turn off heat and add the passion fruit pulp, stirring well.

Place the mixture in a cylindrical container and let cool to room temperature.

Pour the ice into a bowl or container large enough to hold the container of passion fruit mixture, and surround the ice with a layer of the coarse salt (salt helps the ice to stay firm and keeps it from melting).

Place the cylinder with the passion fruit mixture in the larger bowl.

Turn the cylinder while stirring the passion fruit mixture with a rubber spatula, scraping down the sides until a firm consistency is reached.

Scoop into small bowls or cocktail glasses, garnish with mint and enjoy!



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