Travel

The Mother Road

Get Your Kicks: How to celebrate the Route 66 Centennial in Albuquerque Article by Jill Robbins | Photography by New Mexico True Route 66 doesn’t just pass through Albuquerque; it is Route 66. The glow of neon signs, the bustling hum of Central Avenue, and catching sight of a classic lowrider rolling down the street all add up to that Albuquerque vibe, like an old friend who always has a great new story. While much of the Mother Road elsewhere leans heavily into throwback nostalgia...

Arts + Culture

Georgia O’Keeffe’s Abiquiú Sanctuary

A desert home and studio rooted in privacy and place Article by Keri Bridgwater | Photography by Courtesy of Abiquiú Sitting on lands long stewarded by Pueblo peoples, whose traditions still shape this place, Georgia O’Keeffe’s Abiquiú home and studio make a quiet first impression. Adobe walls soften sound and regulate temperature. Courtyards turn inward, and windows frame the landscape. “When visitors first walk in, they say it looks like an O’Keeffe painting come to life,” says Giustina...

Home + Design

Floorscapes

Bill Burrell of Floorscapes Fame Article by Rudy Carrillo | Photography by Bill Burrell As you’re driving through town looking for the best place to stop in your latest quest to get that next home improvement project started, you might recognize Bill Burrell as he drives past you on the way to his office at Floorscapes. As you pull in behind him at the huge Floorscapes showroom at 8515 Paseo Alameda and go inside, you might be thinking to yourself, ‘I know that guy.' That might happen as you...

Home + Design

Design Alliance

Design with intention Article by Richard Lakin | Photography by courtesy Design Alliance Julia Gutierrez, the CEO of Design Alliance, tells us that, “We design with intention. We believe that your space should reflect your story. Since 2011, we've been a kitchen and bath design studio, which means that we specialize in the design of kitchens and bathrooms. We also are a cabinet dealer and installer, so we provide cabinets for kitchens and bathrooms...actually for the whole house and anything...

Travel

Red and Green

Hatch chiles are a New Mexico delicacy Article by Regan Bervar | Photography by New Mexico True In Hatch, New Mexico, chile is more than something on your plate; it is woven into the people, the culture, and the rhythm of daily life. It has cultivated not just crops, but an identity: an unspoken understanding of how chile should be grown, roasted, shared, and revered. Across the state, one familiar question echoes from restaurant tables and kitchen counters alike: Red, green, or Christmas? ...

Health + Wellness

Cosmetic Dentistry in Albuquerque

When patients explore cosmetic dentistry, they are often searching for more than just a new smile—they’re looking for confidence, comfort, and results that feel natural. Questions about how white teeth can become, how long their dental investment will last, whether treatments will look authentic, and how quickly results can be seen are all part of that journey. Many also want reassurance that their care will be comfortable, efficient, and designed with their long-term oral health in mind. At our...

Travel

Taos for Two

Fireside dining and high-desert adventures, meet your effortlessly romantic weekend Article by Jill Robbins | Photography by Patrick Chin, Amanda Powell, Earthship Taos is an easy two hours and change drive from Albuquerque, making it well within range for a doable couples' escape this winter. If you have some extra time to play with, opt for the scenic route through Truchas and Chimayo. Explore cozy galleries against the backdrop of high-desert and mountain scenery and enjoy the laid-back...

Education

The Coach and Family Behind the UNM Football Turnaround

For the Love of UNM Football Article by Rich Ringrose | Photography by University Of New Mexico Athletics The 2025 season marked a defining moment for UNM Lobos football—and for head coach Jason Eck. With an unprecedented 9–4 overall record and a 6–2 finish in Mountain West Conference play, the Lobos tied for first place in the conference, signaling a powerful resurgence for the program. Adding to the milestone year, Coach Eck’s son, linebacker Jaxton Eck, was named Mountain West Co–Defensive...

Arts + Culture

The KiMo Theatre

Local places we love Article by Richard Lakin | Photography by courtesy KiMo Theatre, AMP Concerts, and Bands of Enchantment With the Route 66 Centennial being celebrated in Albuquerque this year, much attention is focused on local art and history. One enduring historical landmark is the KiMo Theatre. It reflects the artistic, cultural, and architectural legacy of the city. It is a uniquely Southwest structure and one of the few Pueblo Deco designs still in existence. Opening with its first...

Health + Wellness

Ortega Wellness

A full spectrum of primary care Article and Photography by Richard Lakin Greg Anderson, wellness author and cancer survivor wrote, “Wellness is the complete integration of body, mind, and spirit – the realization that everything we do, think, feel, and believe has an effect on our state of well-being.”  With the shortage of medical professionals in New Mexico, getting a comprehensive program of wellness from your primary care provider is not an easy undertaking. Doctor visits are usually a...