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Taos Catholics welcome selection of ‘Papa Pancho’
Originally published in Taos News Photo: Tina Larkin Catholics in the Taos community are celebrating the newly elected pope, the very first one from the Americas. Since the start of his papacy, his...
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Thunder Lizard —bones, stones and the benefits of beadwork
Originally published in Taos News It all goes back to dinosaurs. Kyle Henry, owner of the arts and crafts supply and jewelry store Thunder Lizard, was in the business of selling petrified dinosaur...
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Toribio’s: a taste of Mexico in the heart of Taos
Originally published in Taos News The two Toribio’s Many Taoseños are familiar with the name Toribio’s. The Paseo del Pueblo Norte restaurant, which has been in business for 18 years, has built a loyal...
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A mother’s sage advice: ‘Savor the moments’
Originally published in Taos News Patricia Gallegos is the credentialing specialist, administrative assistant and mentorship program coordinator for NonviolenceWorks. She is married to Donald Gallegos...
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Atira’s Southwest, where shopping is an art
Originally published in Taos News Pat Zamora, from Antonito, holds a sterling coral bracelet that protects babies from “mal ojo.” The trolley connection Atira’s Southwest started in 2004 as an offshoot...
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‘Indy’ the dog finds home after 972-mile trek
Originally published in Taos News The 14 students in the classroom seem relaxed and attentive. So does the dog under the teacher’s desk. This is the Taos Waldorf School eighth-grade classroom and the...
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A haven for chile lovers—the five hottest restaurants in Taos
Originally published in Taos Summer Guide Chile is an essential ingredient in the northern New Mexican cuisine. But not all chile sauces are created equal. Should they be vegetarian or have a pork...
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Susana Guillaume brings “King Laz” to Taos
Originally published in Tempo Susana Guillaume is back in Taos, this time with her third one-woman show, “King Laz.” The Taos community already knows her by her performance of “The Pinnacle of my...
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The Taos Elementary Arts’ Visiting Artist Program celebrates nine years
Originally published in Tempo Bilingual play La Grilla. Fifth-grade, dual language class students from Enos Garcia Elementary School. Photo courtesy of John Gusdorf The Taos Municipal Schools...
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Mosaic Fine Dining: something for every palate
Chef Bartel at Mosaic Fine Dining: “I’ve been planning this business for a decade.” Originally published in Taos News The chefs and the staff Mosaic Fine Dining opened on May 14th. It fulfills a...
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Deliberately Fit: a fitness hub in the middle of town
Photo: Tina Larkin There is no excuse for not staying fit in Taos. A new fitness center, Deliberately Fit, owned by Rosa and Brannon Badeaux, opened its doors last June. This is the only gym in town...
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Horse Feathers changes owners, retains charm
Lindsay Enderby and Charly Mabry Horse Feathers’ specialty has always been cowboy things —antiques, collectibles, furnishings, hats, boots, tack, and anything with western flair. Its one-of-a-kind...
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Station 316 Café: not just a burger joint
Looking for a challenge Orlando and Yvette Ortega, owners of the popular restaurant Orlando’s New Mexican Café, opened up a new venue on May 8th. The couple of restaurateurs needed a new challenge,...
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The Business of Beauty: A Better You
Dr. Marshall Reich and his wife Debra Reich came to Taos 12 years ago, looking for a town with a slower pace. Before, they had lived in Colorado, where Dr. Reich was in private practice. They decided...
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Mudd-N-Flood: exploring the outdoors in style
The owners Mudd-N-Flood Mountain Shop is a small store with a broad appeal. Among their loyal customers are outdoor enthusiasts who go there to buy camping and rock climbing equipment, tourists that...
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Five Taos public restrooms
Detail of the Taos Mercantile bathroom door Taos architectural style has gotten national and international recognition. The massive vigas, high beams and thick adobe walls are often mentioned when...
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Local food takes center stage with Pecha Kucha Night Taos
Originally published in Tempo The tenth Pecha Kucha Night Taos event will take place at the Taos Mesa Brewing on Sunday, August 11th at 5:00 PM. “Volume 10, The Food Edition, is the biggest event...
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Coyote Moon: beyond making a sale
Coyote Moon is a small, vibrant store located in the middle of the John Dunn Shops. It specializes in folk art from Latin America and New Mexico. A giant sculpture, part mermaid and part lizard, is...
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A Brief Guide to Taos. Where to Eat, Shop, Work Out… and More
My first eBook, A Brief Guide to Taos. Where to Eat, Shop, Work Out… and More, is already available in Amazon, a Kindle Edition published by Eriginal Books. It is a collection of articles I wrote for...
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Essential Massage and Spa Therapies: 13 years of graceful professionalism
Originally published in Taos News Having a business background is a great foundation for people who decide to start their own companies. Kyoko Hummel, proprietress of Essential Massage and Spa...
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