Santa Fe

Not too long ago, my husband and I decided to seek out the delicious pizza and great service at one of the restaurants in the Dion’s franchise in Albuquerque. I was in a state of near-starvation after many hours of travel from the East Coast with brief connections and no …

I can’t think of a more perfect place than Santa Fe for a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner. Generally known as “The City Different,” Santa Fe is also “The City Romantic” in my book. The soft lights, pleasant high desert climate and soothing colors, the spicy and subtle flavors, and the …

Bobcat Bite serves the best green chile cheeseburger in Santa Fe! At least that’s what we’re told. We’ve all had this sad experience with restaurants. Everyone we know raves about the food and the service, and, before we realize it, our expectations have grown sky high. Sometimes, this can lead …

On a recent quest for the best authentic Mexican food in Santa Fe, we made an unplanned detour to Los Potrillos on Cerrillos Road. Intrigued by the many cars parked outside, we decided to stop and see if Los Potrillos lived up to its reputation. And it did!
Los Potrillos is …

Here’s some advice from a savvy Santa Fe native: The Pantry Restaurant is the best place to hang out with locals in Santa Fe. He told me that in a world filled with uncertainty, people in Santa Fe know that they can count on the Pantry for authentic New Mexican food …

On a recent visit to the Santa Fe Opera House, I had the opportunity to ask a docent to name the best restaurant in Santa Fe for dinner before the opera. Her reaction was priceless. She was aghast, but she recovered enough to respond, “You’re kidding, right? There are so …

If you’re on a quest for the best red chile in Santa Fe, you won’t want to miss The Shed, just a short distance from the Santa Fe Plaza. Their chile is deep red and robust, with a delicate sweetness that lingers long after your last bite of food. The …

Cafe Pasqual’s in Santa Fe is a tiny restaurant with a big reputation. Named for the folk saint of Mexican kitchens and cooks, Café Pasqual’s is found near the plaza in downtown Santa Fe. The pueblo-style adobe building and the colorful interior décor reflect the true spirit of Santa Fe. …