Door 38 Pizza!

Okay, pizza lovers. If you haven’t tried Door 38 Pizza, the new Detroit-style pizza place on Burro Alley just off the Plaza…you MUST plan a visit. Using Wisconsin brick cheese, the pizza offerings include pepperoni, mushroom with arugula, a veggie option with kale, spinach, mushrooms and a sunny-side egg, and a couple of others. The … Read more

PHOTO: Evening Flow by Wayne Suggs Photography

White Sands National Park in southern New Mexico is a must-see – such a place of incredible beauty! This photo of the dunes at sunset perfectly captures its magic. I just love the colors, lines, and texture; fantastic! Image by Wayne Suggs Photography. https://www.waynesuggsphotography.com/

How to Buy Authentic Native Jewelry

Did you know that of jewelry marketed across the US as being made by Native artists, approximately 50-80% is counterfeit? This practice is not only harmful to buyers and authentic makers, it’s also illegal: the Indian Arts and Crafts Act states that any person mis-characterizing a piece of jewelry, or other piece of artwork, as … Read more

HIKE: Dorothy Stewart Trail

If you’re looking for an in-town hike that is mostly flat and gets you right out into the beautiful foothills of the Sangres, it’s hard to beat the Dorothy Stewart Trail. The nearly 2 mile loop affords gorgeous views of Picacho Peak and the Ski Basin, Sun and Moon Mountain, city views with the Jemez … Read more

PHOTO: Survivor by Klaus Priebe

I am loving this infrared monochrome capture of a lone tree set against a dramatic storm sky. The choice to forego color for the stunning contrast of infrared is pure brilliance. Image by Klaus Priebe. https://klauspriebephotography.bigcartel.com/?fbclid=IwAR3Koz8GG8PFPcRA1u5DoCgRhrHNtzygS3KZxqDqB6d_Lpohf9ur5pAiqBY

Can You Guess What is the Most Durable Flooring?

When you think of desirable home flooring, what pops to mind? Usually hardwood is the floor material of choice, but did you know that it’s one of the least durable flooring currently available? Check out this article from Realtor Magazine to see which flooring materials can withstand heavy foot traffic and could be the best … Read more

RECIPE: Pico de Gallo

With the warmer temperatures and the longer days, I am craving the fresh and zingy yumminess of fresh pico de gallo! Here’s a recipe from New Mexico Magazine that fits the bill – and, of course, it includes green chile! Photo by Douglas Merriam. https://www.newmexicomagazine.org/blog/post/normas-pico-de-gallo/

Southwest Chocolate and Coffee Fest

When I see an event with the words chocolate and coffee included in the title, I perk right up and pay attention! Southwest Chocolate and Coffee Fest, the largest U.S. festival dedicated to these two loves of mine, is coming up in Albuquerque this weekend, April 2 – 3, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. With … Read more

Altitude Sickness Preparedness

Santa Fe’s elevation is nearly 7,200 feet above sea level. Some people experience altitude sickness while visiting or after moving to our high desert town. Read up on the symptoms of altitude sickness and how to prevent or treat it. https://newmexico.networkofcare.org/mh/library/article.aspx?hwid=ug3357 Image by Steven Bundy Photography. http://stevenbundy.com/

PHOTO: The Gorge from the Taos Overlook by Elijah Rael

This capture of the Taos Gorge is as arresting and gorgeous as is the experience of seeing it in person. Whenever I visit Taos, I make sure to stop by the Gorge. I consider it a must-see when in the area. Image by Elijah Rael. https://elijah-rael.pixels.com/