Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine April 2017 | Page 341

Events APRIL 6 - 9 Saborea Puerto Rico: A Culinary Extravaganza Celebrating the best in Caribbean traditions and worldwide flavors with chefs from Puerto Rico and around the world. www.saboreapuertorico.com APRIL 28 - 30 Ports del Sol Festival The largest food festival on the west coast of Puerto Rico. www.festivalportadelsol.com MAY 25 - 28 Comic Con This features the contribution of comics to art and culture. It is held at the San Diego Convention Center highlighting local and international artists and exhibitors. www.comic-con.org JUNE 24 San Juan Bautista Day The island’s patron saint is celebrated throughout the island. The locals gather at the beach and at midnight they all fall backwards into the water, 12 times for good luck. Festivities then begin with food, music in general and a carnival-like atmosphere. © Puerto Rico Tourism Company