Strings of lights wrapped around palm trees illuminate the Malecón, Puerto Vallartas oceanfront promenade, which was damaged by Hurricane Kenna in October. (Genaro Molina / LAT)
Bianco is among several chic restaurants that have opened in Puerto Vallarta within the past year. (Genaro Molina / LAT)
They taste like chicken, some locals say. (Genaro Molina / LAT)