PHOTO: Pueblo Peak by Geraint Smith

Snowy mountains are always a gorgeous sight to behold. Here’s a capture of Pueblo Peak, otherwise known as Taos Mountain, taken in El Prado. Image by Geraint Smith. https://geraintsmith.com/

Real Estate and Design Trends to Watch in 2024

Curious what trends are forecasted this year in design and real estate? Check out this article to get the scoop. https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/home-and-design/real-estate-and-design-trends-to-watch-in-2024

RECIPE: Grilled Eggplant Adovada with Creamy Cilantro Slaw

Check out this vegan take on adovada with eggplant instead of the traditional pork. What a fun dish to prepare on your next meatless Monday! https://www.newmexicomagazine.org/blog/post/recipe-grilled-eggplant-adovada-with-creamy-cilantro-slaw/

PHOTO: Tree of Life by Ed MacKerrow

I love this capture of birds in flight at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge. Such a cool photo! Image by Ed MacKerrow. https://inlightofnature.com/

The 23rd Annual New Mexico Magazine Photos of the Year

Every year I await the announcement of the winners of New Mexico Magazine’s annual photo contest with bated breath. The judges had to make their selections from hundreds of images submitted by hundreds of photographers! Phew, what a task! Click on the link below and view all the beautiful prize winning photos. I can’t decide … Read more

Galisteo Basin Preserve

Looking for a beautiful area to explore and enjoy incredible vistas?  Then go check out the Galisteo Basin Preserve. Top a ridge and find Moab-like red dirt and slickrock, or descend and end up in a waist-high grass-land that looks like an African savanna.  The topography among the 50 miles of hiking, mountain-biking, and equestrian … Read more

Souper Bowl 2024

Coming up soon is perhaps my favorite event of the entire year! No, not the Super Bowl–but the SOUPER Bowl!! This popular event lets you sample delicious soups from top-notch local chefs and cast your vote in a friendly competition with the winners decided by the attendees! Your ticket gives you a ballot to vote … Read more

RECIPE: Alkemē’s Asian Sea Bass à la Nage with Coconut Milk and Lemongrass

Alkemē’ is a new darling on the Santa Fe food scene and while I’m sorry to say I haven’t made it there yet but I will get there soon! In the meantime, check out this recipe for the seafood lover that sounds fantastic and promises to be a show stopper. https://www.newmexicomagazine.org/blog/post/recipe-alkemes-asian-sea-bass-la-nage-with-coconut-milk-and-lemongrass/

Continuing Education Classes at SFCC

It’s  officially 2024 – do you have your New Year’s resolutions in mind? Is learning something new on your list? Santa Fe Community College has a wonderful offering of spring classes in sooo many arenas! Learn a language, take a cooking class, take a geologic or historic hike out and about in Northern New Mexico, … Read more