Adrienne DeGuere Usually when we head up to Taos our time is limited so we take “The Low Road” which means following US 84 N to NM Hwy 68. The low road is a great, actually quite dramatic, drive if you’ve got limited time, but BY FAR the most spectacular way to visit Taos is via what’s … Read more
It’s a hallmark of late summer/early autumn when the chamisa starts blooming its yellow flowers. We love this annual golden colorfest although beware of fall allergies! Some folks are as plagued by the chamisa sniffles as others suffer in the spring from juniper pollen. Check out this gorgeous capture of a chamisa set against the … Read more
It’s a special experience to enjoy the aroma of your chile being roasted while you wait, but if you’re not living in an area where this is standard fare (like in Santa Fe!), or if you’re sheltering at home and don’t want to venture out, here’s a quick and easy recipe for roasting chile at … Read more
It’s not a surprise that weeks or months of sheltering at home has inspired a change in how people want to enjoy their homes – and how this has affected design trends. Check out this article on 5 design trends that are emerging during the pandemic. We bet you can guess one or more of … Read more
The cause for affordable home ownership in Santa Fe is a timely one and Santa Fe’s Habitat for Humanity plays a critical role in making this dream a reality for Santa Fe area residents. The organization’s 2020 fundraiser Hearts for Homes features an online silent auction and a virtual build-a-thon. The hand-selected auction items include … Read more
Zozobra, otherwise known as Old Man Gloom, is a giant marionette effigy burned to dispel the troubles and worries of Santa Feans from the previous year. Residents are encouraged to project all their bad mojo into Zozobra and then watch him go up in flames! This nearly 100-year tradition is a much beloved event by … Read more
Like all New Mexicans, we absolutely love when it rains. The summer monsoons are especially welcome as they cool off the hot temperatures, provide stunning and dramatic skyscapes, and of course, it’s wonderful to glimpse a rainbow. Check out this incredible capture of a double rainbow over the Taos Gorge Bridge. Image by Geraint Smith. … Read more
Mmm…we love cornbread! How about adding some jalapeno kick, and even better – use the slow cooker so you don’t heat up your kitchen with the oven! This New Mexico Magazine recipe calls for fresh (or frozen) corn, cheddar cheese, and butter made with sorghum or molasses. We are making our shopping list for ingredients … Read more
Is it hot where you are? We were lucky to see some rain this past weekend, but the forecast shows all sunny skies for the next 10 days…we will be more than happy to welcome autumn in a few weeks!
Check out our beautiful new listing at 204 Lorenzo Lane! This lovely property consists of a 1,190 2 BR 1 BA sf main house and 1 BR 1 BA 650 sf guest house. Nestled on a quiet lane in the historic eastside surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds and large shade trees this location also has … Read more
