[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 41 (Tuesday, March 8, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E228]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                   HONORING VILLA DEL MAR RESTAURANT

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                         HON. VICENTE GONZALEZ

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, March 8, 2022

  Mr. VICENTE GONZALEZ of Texas. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor 
Villa Del Mar Restaurant of McAllen, Texas, an international family 
business celebrating 35 years of business.
  Mr. Homero and Mrs. Maria Cristina Garza de Villarreal opened Villa 
Del Mar in Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico in 1987. In 2005, the Villarreal 
family opened its first location in McAllen, Texas, quickly setting the 
standard for Mexican seafood in the Rio Grande Valley. Since then, 
Villa Del Mar Restaurant has united two countries and its people 
through their delicious cuisine.
  Villa Del Mar stands as a living testament to the success that can 
come when passion and hard work meet opportunity. The Villarreal family 
has faithfully served our community and now serves as an inspiration 
for all Texans aspiring to succeed in business. Now, after a total of 
35 years of service to the people of South Texas, I am proud to 
acknowledge their contributions to our region on the House floor. Villa 
Del Mar is a staple of Valley cuisine, and because of their hard work, 
it will continue to be one of South Texans' favorite restaurants.
  Madam Speaker, I stand here today to acknowledge the countless 
achievements and successes of Villa Del Mar Restaurant and the 
Villarreal family, who have devoted their lives to giving the people of 
South Texas the highest quality of seafood and service. South Texas 
will be forever grateful.

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