11 best Santa Fe Mountain Biking Trails

Did you know that Santa Fe mountain biking trails are some of the best in the country? It’s true! We even earned a Silver level designation from the International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA) in 2014. Here are 11 of the best Santa Fe Mountain Biking Trails according to SantaFe.com: https://santafe.com/article/the-11-best-santa-fe-mountain-biking-trails

Santa Fe Virtual Indian Market is now live!

We were all saddened to hear that the Santa Fe Indian Market was cancelled this year, so it was great news to hear that the folks at SWAIA decided to take it virtual. They have been working hard for months and now that Virtual Indian Market has begun it is clear what an amazing job … Read more

Marquez Deli

Cafe Mimosa on Camino de los Marquez in the Trader Joe’s hood has rebranded to become Marquez Deli. Offering sandwiches, pizzas, soups, salads and bagels, with vegetarian options and house-smoked grass-fed local meats, there’s something for everyone on the menu. Meat lovers – Chef Alex taught the art of brining and smoking meats at Le … Read more

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet’s Dancing With Our Stars Virtual Gala

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet is holding a virtual gala to benefit their emergency relief fund.  Dancers and students of ASFB will participate in a virtual competition.  You can bid on your favorite performances and check out live auction items for purchase. Tonight, July 30th, from 6:00 – 7:00 pm. http://www.aspensantafeballet.com/support/special-events.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=logo&fbclid=IwAR1o7ZzGSzXNlPnXpr5uSThArVz5ReOHiNkU55h2VUhNM34-aazN4SenVx8

PHOTO: Where I Found Myself by Klaus Priebe Photographer & Artist

Here’s a powerful shot of Abiquiú Lake with Pedernal in the background, a mesa often painted by Georgia O’Keeffe.  We love the colors and textures of the monsoon clouds and the lightning strike in the right side of the photo. Image by Klaus Priebe Photographer & Artist. https://klausphoto.com/

RECIPE: Summer Squash Green Chile Stir Fry

Here’s a perfect summer vegetarian recipe from Simply Recipes for when it’s hot and you don’t want to use your oven. Blending zucchini or summer squash with green chile, corn and tomato, we are looking forward to trying this dish for a quick and easy meatless entree. https://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/summer_squash_green_chile_stir_fry/?fbclid=IwAR1ol483jkg-HSCi8MIZDRpi2oV491Ka8aRdWHCxp3kuHuIRW1kkiys3mko

Backyard Office Options

Hey homeowners!  Are you wanting a home office but don’t have space in the footprint of your home and don’t want to build an addition?  Did you know there are companies that sell livable sheds that could be your new home office space? Check out this article from the New York Times to learn more: … Read more

The Santa Fe Symphony’s Virtual Debut

Entering their 37th season, The Santa Fe Symphony has moved to a digital platform and debuted their first piece on July 1st: Añoranza by Ernesto Cordero. Led by Maestro Guillermo Figueroa on violin, this work for the string orchestra embodies a beautiful message of longing and hope by the renowned Puerto Rican composer. https://santafesymphony.org/virtual/

PHOTO: Time by Wayne Suggs Photography

We love this capture of the Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness Area in Northern New Mexico. Image by Wayne Suggs Photography. https://waynesuggsphotography.smugmug.com/

RECIPE: GRILLED PIZZA WITH GARLIC CHICKEN AND HATCH GREEN CHILE

It’s summer and that means grilling time!  How about trying your hand at grilling pizza? This recipe from My Turn for Us calls for chicken, garlic, mushrooms and our beloved green chile.  Time to fire up that grill! https://www.myturnforus.com/grilled-pizza-with-garlic-chicken-and/?fbclid=IwAR0oUw5eVo2oQTEP97ZtnYi6IqUKod5L6ZBBSU5pRiFesY5AHwsNWUNBrNw