As most of us know, today is Columbus Day in the United States and other countries, and Indigenous People's Day in much of Latin America, marking the 528th anniversary of the Christopher Columbus expedition's first landing in the Americas (actual
Our Southern California Wine Review Council recently enjoyed wines made with Italian grapes from both Italy and New Mexico. Reviewers were assigned wines and then tasked with creating food pairings to share with the group (we often find food pair
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Many if not most countries of the world, of course, set aside choice pieces of territory to protect and often showcase precious natural environments. But thanks to its size and a conservationist ethos dating back to the mid-19th century, few countri
In the Beginning there was Kuapogi. The history of Santa Fe from a Native perspective.Messages from the past
Another interesting year for New Mexico celebrating 100 years of Statehood.
We present a full and unusual day tour of Santa Fe, the 400 year
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The United States can claim a number of marvelous destinations that offer a unique sense of place, attractions, and traditions: Key West, South Miami Beach, New Orleans – and New Mexico’s petite capital, Santa Fe (pop. 68,000, metro 144,000). Founde
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Many if not most countries of the world, of course, set aside choice pieces of territory to protect and often showcase precious natural environments. But thanks to its size and a conservationist ethos dating back to the mid-19th century (though thes
As I stand at the edge of the of this gaping, tectonic chasm in the wild, dry lands outside of Taos, New Mexico, I peer down into a long, vast tunnel of sandstone – mostly brown with thin striations of color, and the Rio Grande river running at the v
When you think New Mexico, do you think skiing? Georgia O’Keefe? Hatch chilies? Sunsets over red rock? John Wayne in the Rio Grande? Or, perhaps, Tempranillo, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Riesling? Visit a New Mexico Winery, and you just may
Read more…Most people think New Mexico is called the “Land of Enchantment” because of its breathtaking scenery. I was most enchanted, however, by the state’s unique heritage and culture. Many people in the state retain their Native American culture while othe
Read more…Has anyone seen the new website promoting Southern NM? It's www.DiscoverSouthernNM.com; gives good information on upcoming events if you're in the area.
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