Travel

The Pecos Wilderness

Our photographer, Autumn Oglesby, captures a backpacking trip into the Pecos Wilderness Article by Santa Fe National Forest Supervisor’s Office | Photography by Autumn Oglesby The Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District is home to the iconic Pecos Wilderness, and the headwaters of the Pecos River originate from the district. A vast system of trails provides plenty of day hiking and backpacking for adventure seekers of all levels. Multiple campgrounds like Jack’s Creek, Iron Gate, and Panchuela make...

Food + Beverage

The Reimagined Thanksgiving Feast

Char Brings Elevated New Mexican to the Holiday Table Article by Samantha Anne Carrillo | Photography by courtesy of Char Come November, a twilit autumn palette colors the Sandia Mountains, and dining in downtown Albuquerque moves indoors. At the corner of Second Street NW and Copper Avenue, the historic Hotel Andaluz hosts Char, a restaurant where the flavors of a New Mexican holiday table arrive with a hint of smoke. Roasted chile, handmade tortillas, bizcochitos and natillas anchor the...

Entertainment

The Santa Fe Opera’s Apprentice Program for Singers

Bringing the next generation of voices to Opera Article by Richard Lakin | Photography by Marcos Romero, Tira Howard, Curtis Brown Photography Santa Fe Opera has named pianist and educator Kevin Murphy as Director of the Apprentice Program for Singers. Moreover, the company revealed that longtime Chorus Director Susanne Sheston will take on the newly created role of Associate Director. Murphy currently serves as Professor of Music in Collaborative Piano and Director of Coaching and Music...

Health + Wellness

Tamaya Horse Rehab

Giving Rescued Horses a Second Chance Article by Jill Robbins | Photography by Kayla Heston/ Shoot Straight Media A horseback ride can mean more than enjoying the outdoors and exploring a trail. At Tamaya Horse Rehab near Bernalillo, it can mean feeding a rescued horse, supporting its rehabilitation, and giving it a new purpose. Connie Collis, founder of Tamaya Horse Rehab and operator of The Stables at Tamaya, oversees a program built around that idea. The Stables, a for-profit riding...

Sports + Recreation

Global Opportunities Unlimited

Building community through adaptive outdoor access Article by Michelle Simon | Photography by Courtesy of NM Outdoor Recreation Division and GO Unlimited Dustin Berg has spent a lifetime chasing adventure in New Mexico’s outdoor spaces. From camping trips, mountain bike rides, days on the water, and simply exploring new trails, getting outside is how he stays connected to the places and communities that make New Mexico home.  Before becoming the founder, Executive Director and CEO of Global...

Travel

Surf, Style and a Century of Waikiki

Honolulu’s iconic neighborhood rewards with mellow waves and balmy beach days Article by Keri Bridgwater | Photography by Vincent Lim, Keri Bridgwater, Kaimana Hotel, Ben Ono, House Waikiki, Tommy Pierucki, Halekulani, The Royal Hawaiian, Hawaiian Tourism Authority Waikiki has never had trouble staying in frame. Diamond Head rises beyond the palms, the Pacific folds into long, gentle waves, and by late afternoon, the light turns the whole beachfront cinematic. Nor has familiarity dulled its...

Shopping

Inside Santa Fe’s Winter Indian Market

The Southwestern Association for Indian Arts returns this month with a more intimate weekend of conversation, connection, and inspired holiday shopping Article by Keri Brigwater | Photography by New Mexico True, Tira Howard Photography, SWAIA Every August, Santa Fe Indian Market transforms the heart of the city into one of the world’s largest gatherings of Native artists. Come Thanksgiving weekend, the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA) does something rather different. Winter...

Food + Beverage

Fine Dining and Intriguing Ambience

Vernon's Speakeasy and The Butcher Article by Richard Lakin | Photography by Devon Baird Devon Baird is the CEO of two family owned restaurants in Los Ranchos De Albuquerque that specialize in premium cuts of meat and seafood, served with a dramatic atmosphere. They have won numerous culinary awards and have garnered exceptional reviews. Featuring gangster-themed motifs, The Butcher and Vernon’s Speakeasy both offer an experience that is unique in the Albuquerque area. Devon tells us, “The...

Food + Beverage

Fall Flavors in Colorado Wine Country

This Grand Junction-Palisade getaway pairs vineyard tastings and farm-shop finds with spectacular scenery. Article by Keri Bridgwater | Photography by Visit Grand Junction, Cliff Dweller Wine Co., Visit Palisade, Palisade Trolley, Spoke and Vine Motel From Albuquerque, the drive to Colorado Wine Country is all part of the appeal. In roughly seven hours, the road winds through northern New Mexico and the San Juan Mountains before dropping onto Colorado’s Western Slope. Here, Grand Junction and...

Food + Beverage

George R.R. Martin's Santa Fe Bar

Milk of the Poppy Brings Old-World Spirits to Santa Fe Article by Jill Robbins | Photography by courtesy Milk of the Poppy George R.R. Martin, the author of A Song of Ice and Fire , the book series that inspired Game of Thrones , is behind Santa Fe’s Milk of the Poppy bar, but you won’t find dragons on the walls or a menu built around Game of Thrones . Opened in March 2025 in the Railyard District, the bar describes itself as a “Medieval Apothecary Bar and Event Space,” with a beverage...