In New Mexican cuisine, few dishes capture the essence of regional comfort quite like green chile enchiladas. While Tex-Mex variations often roll corn tortillas around heavy ground beef and cover them in yellow cheese, traditional Southwestern enchiladas are lighter, intensely flavorful, and frequently prepared flat (stacked) or lightly rolled with corn tortillas, melted Monterey Jack […]
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Authentic New Mexico Red Chile Enchiladas Recipe
In New Mexico, asking whether someone prefers red or green chile is practically a cultural litmus test. While green chile brings a bright, savory warmth, traditional red chile enchiladas offer a deep, earthy, and richly comforting flavor derived from sun-dried pods. Growing up in Santa Fe, Sunday dinner often meant a steaming plate of stacked […]
Read moreAuthentic New Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Recipe
There are few culinary creations as iconic or fiercely defended in the Land of Enchantment as the New Mexico green chile cheeseburger. Growing up around Santa Fe and Albuquerque, you quickly learn that this isn’t just a regular burger with a pepper thrown on top; it is a spiritual experience. The secret lies in taking […]
Read moreHow to Roast and Peel Hatch Green Chiles at Home (3 Easy Methods)
Ask any New Mexican what makes late summer magical, and they will answer in one word: Roasting. The unmistakable, smoky fragrance of roasting green chiles signals the changing of the season across the Southwest. While you can buy canned chiles year-round, roasting fresh Hatch green chiles at home unlocks a sweet, smoky, and complex flavor […]
Read moreTraditional New Mexico Green Chile Stew Recipe (Pork or Beef)
There is an unmistakable aroma that fills the Santa Fe air every autumn—the rich, intoxicating scent of roasting green chiles rolling in large steel cylinders outside every local market. Growing up in New Mexico, I learned early on that a proper Green Chile Stew isn’t just a meal; it is the ultimate comfort food, a […]
Read moreBasil Leaf – Albuquerque Vietnamese
Looking for authentic Vietnamese cuisine in Albuquerque? The Basil Leaf Vietnamese Restaurant is a local favorite, offering a menu packed with delicious dishes that transport you straight to Vietnam. Whether you’re craving a hearty bowl of pho, crispy spring rolls, or a comforting plate of fried rice, Basil Leaf has something for everyone. In this […]
Read moreThe Brew | Coffee & Tea
The Brew is a cool, comfortable, coffeehouse in downtown Albuquerque that serves amazing locally roasted single source coffee and tea with an artistic flair by some very friendly staff. Located at 311 Gold Ave. SW, the tiny shop features Villa Myriam coffee. This Arabica bean coffee is grown in the hills of Piendamo, Columbia and […]
Read moreThe Owl Café, Albuquerque
The Owl Café, Albuquerque I like to think I’m a laid back, authentic person. For the most part, I’m not judgmental (unless you’re a Kardashian, and then bring it) and I don’t particularly care about status. But there is one thing that I’m a snob about. And that is my chile. And by chile, I […]
Read moreFigments Tea Shoppe & Gallery
Please don’t tell St. James that I’ve cheated on them. I love my tearoom. But look, I just can’t afford it every day. So when the opportunity came up to try another place that was a more reasonable option for every day tea cavorting, I took it. I went to Figments Tea Shoppe and Gallery […]
Read moreThe Turquoise Trail – Enchanted Weekend Part 1
Hello! This post is part 1 of a (so far) 8-part series dedicated to a weekend trip we recently took around northern NM. Check back soon for the following 7 (or so) parts. In northern New Mexico, highways and byways have names, not numbers. Well, they have numbers too, but their names are much cooler. […]
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