PHOTO: Night Bloom by Wayne Suggs

Now that it’s officially Spring, I’m itching to gaze upon some flowers! Here’s a beautiful photo of a a cactus bloom that will suffice until I can see some blossoms up close and personal. Image by Wayne Suggs. https://www.waynesuggsphotography.com/

RECIPE: RED CHILE CRANBERRY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS

This recipe caught my eye and looks quite intriguing! I haven’t yet tried red chile with cranberries but it sounds yummy and I’m eager to try out this enchilada dish. https://madeinnewmexico.com/blogs/recipes/red-chile-cranberry-chicken-enchiladas?_pos=16&_sid=7897cfbb4&_ss=r

HIKE: Cerrillos Hills Historic Park Trail

Check out this 4.4 mile loop trail near the town of Cerrillos for views of all 4 mountain ranges and historical information on the mines along the trail. You can expect a 300 feet elevation change. $5 per vehicle. https://www.cerrilloshills.org/visit-the-park/

PHOTO: Dancing under the Stars by Richter MachThunder

I haven’t had a chance to spend much time in the Las Cruces area, but this capture in the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument is inspiring me to make plans to get down there! Image by Richter MachThunder. https://www.shutterstock.com/g/RichterMachThunder?fbclid=IwAR2mYvFTMzrQJUWu_3zXzR2tCWdoB2pjv66KjZr0MqoR7y_NJs4uPC2mYUY&rid=198616826&utm_medium=email&utm_source=ctrbreferral-link

RECIPE: GREEN CHILE EGG SALAD SLIDERS

This looks like the perfect addition to a spring Sunday brunch! I love egg salad, especially this time of year, and adding green chile to the mix and making a slider instead of a traditional sandwich is a welcome change in my book. https://madeinnewmexico.com/blogs/recipes/green-chile-egg-salad-sliders

HIKE: Sun Mountain Trail

Learning the names of the mountain ranges that surround Santa Fe is one of the hallmarks of becoming a local and learning the names of certain peaks is even more fun! I love the two round mountains located behind St. John’s College called Monte Sol (Sun Mountain) and Monte Luna (Moon Mountain). Here’s a hike … Read more

PHOTO: On the Trail by Geraint Smith

The colors in this capture are stunning and I especially love the purple against the sage green. Fantastic! Image by Geraint Smith. https://geraintsmith.com/

RECIPE: PRICKLY PEAR SANGRIA

If you like Sangria, then here’s a twist to try the next time you whip up a batch: add the taste of prickly pear! This recipe calls for using Prickly Pear Margarita Mix, so you can also make some margaritas while you’re at it. https://madeinnewmexico.com/blogs/recipes/prickly-pear-sangria

UNDER CONTRACT!

My buyers are under contract to purchase this gorgeously lavish property! In a superb Eastside location, this property has a main house, guest house, pool, gym, lovely landscaped grounds, and Sangre views. 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 5,719 square feet, .52 of an acre. Offered for $3,375,000. https://sharingsantafe.com/listing/202335108/

Cooking Inspired by Georgia O’Keeffe

Santa Fe School of Cooking has so many amazing classes that look so yummy and fun! This one especially caught my eye since O’Keeffe is a favorite artist of mine and where else but Santa Fe could you learn to cook recipes inspired by her? The dishes to be prepared include Arugula Salad, Corn Soup, … Read more