Although you never know where it will pop up, the Supper Truck always offers fresh, flavorful Southern fare all over Albuquerque. This mobile food truck parks in front of populated areas throughout the city and serves unique items like fried chicken banh mi sandwiches and Coca-Cola-braised beef tacos at reasonable prices.

The kitchen crew is incredibly fast and friendly, which makes it a perfect choice for a quick workday lunch break, and the menu changes so frequently that there’s always something new to try. Grab some hot boiled peanuts or fried pickle chips as a side and you’ll quickly realize why so many Albuquerque residents hunt for the Supper Truck around town.

The Supper Truck offers a full schedule of its locations and a current menu on its website. The truck’s staff is also available to cater large events or parties with advance reservations.

The Supper Truck
111 Marble Avenue NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 205-7877
www.ilovesupper.com
www.yelp.com/biz/the-supper-truck-albuquerque

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When you think of salsa, you likely think of the zesty flavor added by cilantro. Cilantro is also a great addition to many other dishes, however, even those outside of Mexican cuisine. These three recipes will have you rethinking the way you view cilantro in the most delicious ways possible!

Asian Noodle Salad with Chicken and Cilantro [Martha Stewart]
Instead of the usual Southwestern cuisines, try cilantro in an Asian-cuisine-inspired dish for a change. This noodle salad requires no cooking at all to create a fresh, interesting meal with a traditional Vietnamese sauce. Top it with cucumber and cilantro for a bit of added flavor.

Miso-Maple Sweet Potato Tacos with Coconut-Cilantro Sauce [The Kitchn]
There are so many delicious flavors in this taco dish, your taste buds will hardly know where to begin. Tender sweet potatoes covered in a miso and maple syrup glaze take the place of the usual taco meat, and avocado, cilantro, and toasted pepitas make a tasty garnish. The cilantro comes in at the end, when it’s blended with coconut to create a uniquely flavorful sauce for topping.

Zesty Quinoa Salad [AllRecipes]
If you want to eat healthily without sacrificing taste, you’ll absolutely love this quinoa salad. Fresh vegetables and black beans make it bright and nutritious, while cilantro and black pepper add major flavor.

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An eclectic inventory of clothing, handcrafted gifts, and housewares decorates the walls at The Octopus and the Fox in Albuquerque. This funky boutique sells vintage products and handcrafted works from more than 50 local artisans and designers throughout New Mexico.

The friendly staff will gladly help guide you toward the perfect gift. Featured artists include 2 Day Circus, Bobbi Marbles, Cinthia Singleton, David Chamberlain, Jericha Brown, and shop owners Belita Orner and Jessi MB Campbell. Be sure to check in often, as new merchandise is always being added to the inventory. In addition, the boutique hosts special events throughout the year such as anniversary sales, art fairs, and more.

The Octopus and the Fox is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, so stop by on your way home from work or on your day off.

The Octopus and the Fox
514 Central Avenue SE
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 203-2659
theoctopusandthefox.com
www.yelp.com/biz/the-octopus-and-the-fox-albuquerque

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