The traditional Mexican fruit cart gets a sophisticated twist

Every destination has distinctive elements that shape its atmosphere. In Mexico, one of the most beloved is found on street corners and in city parks: a fruit cart offering freshly cut mango, jícama, and watermelon, topped with a splash of lime, a pinch of salt, and a dash of chili—an irresistible snack to cool down under the sun. Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit now brings this authentic experience poolside, reimagined with a healthy, elevated flair.

Reinvented urban Mexican flavors

In tribute to the country’s vibrant street food culture, the resort introduces its new fruit cart and artisanal salt bar—a refreshing concept that blends the everyday with the extraordinary.

The spotlight is on a mosaic of tropical flavors: juicy mango, sweet watermelon, crisp jícama, ripe pineapple, and freshly cracked coconuts. Enhancing the experience is a curated selection of healthful salts. Guests can explore the delicate crunch of Maldon salt, harvested since Roman times from England’s Blackwater Estuary; the mineral-rich pink Himalayan salt, known for supporting cardiovascular wellness; antioxidant-packed black volcanic salt; truffle salt with anti-inflammatory properties; and the iconic Mexican sal de gusano, made from agave worms.

Ancestral tradition

Yet the true local gem is the Colima sea salt, hand-harvested in the Cuyutlán Lagoon, just south of Puerto Vallarta. Rich in magnesium, potassium, and calcium, this ancestral salt is naturally filtered through an ancient dried lagoon, free from microplastics and produced just a few days each year, making it a true rarity.

The ritual is completed with house-made chili blends and fresh lime wedges—a playful invitation to rediscover the art of flavor.

Cool off by the pool with this innovative fruit cart experience!