I can’t tell you how many times we have driven by Vara Winery and Distillery on Alameda in Albuquerque. I first heard about Vara Wine at High and Dry Brewing in Albuquerque. It was the only wine that was sold at that brewery. Since then I have found out that this winery is very well … Continue reading Vara Vinoteca in Santa Fe
It was a rare rainy day in Santa Fe, so we decided to go on a distillery tour. I had wanted to go to Altar Spirits for a long time. I finally figured out that, yes it was open, and Altar Spirits was in the Santa Fe Railyard. You can sign up for tours online … Continue reading Altar Spirits, Santa Fe
We thought we were extremely lucky to get an invite to the Ex Novo Beer Dinner in Corrales. I love Ex Novo’s beer. I think they produce some of the best beer in the state. Although I might not like some of the beer styles, I have found that all the beer is very balanced … Continue reading Ex Novo Beer Dinner, Corrales
I always enjoy coming to this place: if I lived in Albuquerque, I’d be here at least once a week.We always feel welcome and well taken care of when we enter. I like eating at the bar here. I really enjoy talking to the bartender or the servers. They are really nice people. But truly, … Continue reading Cantero Brewing, Albuquerque
As we continued our Spanish journey, we landed in the port city of Malaga. Our shore excursion was to the charming town of Mijas to visit the Museo de Vino (Wine Museum). Mijas is know for its donkey taxis. We had an interesting tour of this little town and stopped in at the miniature museum. … Continue reading Mijas Wine Museum, Spain
Our next stop was Cadiz, in Spain. We had a brief tour of Cadiz by bus then headed out to the city of Jerez to visit Bodega Tío Pepe. Tío Pepe is a sherry. Since I know very little about Spanish Sherry, I thought this would be an interesting experience. Sadly, I also have a … Continue reading Bodega Tio Pepe, Jerez Spain
Eastside Distilling’s Mel Heim, is a Master Distiller. She just keeps getting better and better. I love her bourbon. We come back here every year to check in on her progress. She has been named as one of the best distillers under 40 in the country. Wow! That’s some pedigree. I bought a Groupon-Portland Tasting … Continue reading Eastside Distilling, PDX
I had heard about High and Dry Brewing because of their collaboration with Dialogue Brewing. When I saw a Groupon Albuquerque for High and Dry, I jumped at the chance to go there. I received two tastings with two pints for 16 dollars. It certainly was a great deal because I enjoyed all the High and … Continue reading High and Dry Brewing, Albuquerque
These are just the best places that I have been to in 2018. If I haven’t been there in 2018, it is not going to be on my list. Best inexpensive restaurant: Santa Fe,Alicia’s, downtown Santa Fe, Tres Colores Best Mac and Cheese: Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery Best New Food Truck: Root 66 (Vegan) Best Food … Continue reading My Best of 2018
Traditional Cookies made with Lard. I am gearing up for Christmas! Celina’s Biscochitos is a tiny storefront where they making the Biscochito or Bizcochito. According to the Celina’s brochure which was packed with my purchase a “biscochito is a melt in your mouth lard based cookie flavored with anise seed, brandy, and cinnamon. It was developed by … Continue reading Celina’s Bisochitos, ABQ
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