Established in the 1770’s, the Santuario de Guadalupe (The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe), is the oldest standing shrine in the United States. Located on the corner of Guadalupe Street and Agua Fria Street, it’s an easy walk from the Plaza and is close to shopping and restaurants on the Guadalupe corridor that leads … Read more
We Santa Feans love our chile – green, red, and Christmas (which means both red and green at one time). And not just in savory dishes. Check out this recipe we’re dying to try: Spicy Hatch Green Chile Chocolate Brownies! https://iamnm.com/spicy-hatch-green-chile-chocolate-brownies/
The Sandia Mountains from Corrales, a quaint village located on the Rio Grande between Albuquerque and Rio Rancho. Photo by Matt Dzierbun
Did you know that Santa Fe has its own river? No, not the iconic Rio Grande, which runs west of town. We’re talking about the Santa Fe River, a tributary of the Rio Grande that provides approximately 40% of the city’s water supply The Santa Fe River Park and Trail follows the river for … Read more
Santa Fe offers a handful of wonderful locally-owned bookstores, but one of our favorites is The Ark. Here you will find books dedicated to all metaphysical, spiritual and religious pursuits, as well as beautiful gemstones, smudge tools, tarot and divination tools, jewelry and more. Located in the Railyard, The Ark has been a Santa Fe … Read more
Located just north of the Plaza on Paseo de Peralta and between Otero Street and Hillside Avenue, the Cross of the Martyrs is both an easily accessible vantage point with wonderful views of Santa Fe and a historical site. 20 plaques arranged chronologically along the path leading to the cross tell highlights of Santa Fe’s … Read more
Here’s a helpful update on what’s happening in and around Santa Fe with home building. The good news: new building is picking up! http://www.santafenewmexican.com/life/home/subdivision-survey-builders-hard-at-work/article_cd9d34ae-8a0d-55ba-87fb-d2dfccd1451a.html
Locals and natives of Santa Fe learn to orient themselves by our stunning mountain ranges that anchor us on all sides. Which one is your favorite? Here’s a photo of the Jemez Mountains to the west. Sunrise over the Jemez Mountains Photo by James (@highdesertmesa on Instagram)
Looking for something to do on this beautiful, sunny Sunday? How about checking out the Taos Winter Wine Festival? In its 31st year, today is the last day to enjoy this multi-day celebration of food and wine with participating local restaurants and over 40 national wineries. http://www.taoswinterwinefest.com/
Take a tour of the 10 most popular homes listed on sothebysrealty.com for 2016. We’re wishing we could be lounging at the Cannes property right about now…which is your favorite? http://www.sothebysrealty.com/extraordinary-living-blog/10-most-popular-properties-of-2016/
