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Golden Crown Panaderia: A Neighborhood Jewel to Savor

February 20, 2013 by

Don’t let the plain exterior of the Golden Crown Panaderia fool you. This neighborhood bakery in the Old Town section of Albuquerque is a local favorite, beloved for making tasty baked goods for three decades. Green chile bread is their standby, but other favorites are their empanaditas (half-moon-shaped turnovers filled with fruit), biscochitos (Mexican anise cookies), pecan cakes, and sandwiches. They’ve recently expanded their repertoire with the addition of fresh-baked pizzas. Choose green chile, blue corn, spelt or whole wheat crust and top with Genoa salami, cheddar, asadero or provolone cheese. Cozy up inside at one of their three small tables, chill out on the patio, or take it home. Pizzas take 45 minutes to prepare, so call ahead to avoid a long wait.

Golden Crown Panaderia
1103 Mountain Road NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 243-2424

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La Crepe Michel: Authentic French Fare in an Old Town Hideaway

February 13, 2013 by

Tucked in a courtyard just off the plaza in charming Old Town Albuquerque, La Crepe Michel offers authentic French cuisine with reasonable prices and friendly service. Chef Claudie Zamet-Wilcox’s culinary expertise runs to more than just crepes, although they are by all accounts divine. Crepes can be savory, filled with luscious combinations of seafood, meat, cheese and vegetables, or sweet – try the one filled with chocolate mousse.Daily specials offer dishes like Marmite du Pecheur (stew with fresh fish, shellfish and tomatoes) and Filet de Boeuf (beef tenderloin with Roquefort cheese or black peppercorn cream sauce). Pair your entrée with one of their great authentic French wines for the perfect meal at La Crepe Michel!

La Crepe Michel
400 San Felipe Street NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 242-1251

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Cafe Da Lat: Albuquerque’s Hot-Spot for Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine

January 29, 2013 by

Albuquerque's Café Da Lat is a friendly, family-owned spot is a favorite of locals who are more than happy to scarf down authentic Vietnamese fare like banh mi — lemongrass pork or beef layered with daikon, cilantro and hot peppers and sandwiched between two pillows of French bread. Or try a whole catfish fried to a golden brown and served with ginger dipping sauce. If that doesn’t suit your fancy, how about spicy eggplant with pork, or crispy Vietnamese crepes stuffed with meat and veggies accompanied by a scrumptious dipping sauce? Café Da Lat’s simple chic décor and friendly service makes it versatile enough for an evening date or a quick lunch. Prices are reasonable, with entrees ranging from $7 to $12.

Café Da Lat
5615 Central Avenue NE

Albuquerque, NM 87108

(505) 266-5559

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Farina Pizzeria & Wine Bar: Gourmet Pizza at its Best

January 16, 2013 by

Diners are raving about Farina’s Pizzeria & Wine Bar. "Best pizza in Albuquerque" – if not the world — seems to be the general consensus! In addition to Italy’s original pizza, the Margherita, there are other selections like the ‘Bianca’ with fresh mozzarella, parmigiano, ricotta, truffle oil, sage and artichoke hearts. Carnivores should try the ‘Carni Curate’ with pepperoni, prosciutto, salami and mozzarella. Pair your pizza with an antipasti or salad and wash it down with a selection from their extensive wine and beer selection. If you have room for a bit of dolce (sweet) after your meal, try the coffee granita with vanilla bean cream. Yum. Yes, it’s a bit noisy and the tables are elbow-to-elbow, but isn’t that what a true Italian trattoria is all about?

Farina Pizzeria & Wine Bar
510 Central Avenue SE
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 243-0130

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Dog House Drive In: When Nothing Will Do But A Hot Dog

December 24, 2012 by

This Albuquerque landmark is easy to spot with its neon ‘wiener dog’ sign that signals a classic greasy spoon drive-in from days of yore. Locals flock to the Dog House Drive In mostly for their foot-long chile cheese dog, a guilty pleasure that satisfies like no other. Out-of-towners be aware that the chili bears no resemblance to the brownish, watery glop that passes for a dog topping in parts other than New Mexico. This is the real deal, deep red and smoky, with a fiery bite that makes your ears buzz and your forehead perspire. If you can’t handle the heat, pair it with a frosty cherry shake to cool things down, or try a regular dog with ketchup, relish and mustard, or a classic cheeseburger and fries.

Dog House Drive In
1216 Central Avenue SW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 243-1019

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Chama River Brewing Company: Craft Beers and Great Food in the Duke City

December 18, 2012 by

Chama River Brewing Company is an upscale brewery and restaurant in Albuquerque’s North Valley that's catching on with local diners who like their hand crafted beer alongside a menu that’s casual, but sophisticated. Whether you’re in the mood for a Stout Rueben Sandwich, with corned beef braised in stout, or a Grilled Sirloin with red chile demi-glace, the food aims to please with a wide array of choices for hungry diners. If you’re not in the mood for food, just sidle up to the huge copper clad bar and focus solely on the beer selection, with yummy favorites like Broken Spoke Honey Wheat Ale and Rio Lodo Brown Ale, plus four seasonal specialty beers always on tap. Wine aficionados, take heart, Chama River Brewery also has a great wine list, plus a full bar of cocktail choices. Blackberry Pear Mojito, anyone?

Chama River Brewing Company
4939 Pan American W Freeway
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 342-1800

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New Mexico Tea Company: A Shangri-la for Leaf-lovers

November 27, 2012 by

A tiny shop in Albuquerque’s Old Town, the New Mexico Tea Company a tea-lover’s haven. Here you'll find more than 150 varieties of loose-leaf tea from around the world to take home and brew. The friendly staff is a trove of knowledge about the exotic beverage, making your excursion delightful and instructive. From Earl Grey, to matte, to rooibos — if you can’t find your favorite variety here, it probably exists only in your imagination! Increase your knowledge and try new varieties at the New Mexico Tea Company's Sunday night tea tastings. Sign up for their mailing list and get a free tea sample with each order.

New Mexico Tea Company
1131 Mountain Road NW
Ste 2
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 962-2137

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Jennifer James 101: Award-Winning New American Cuisine

November 20, 2012 by

Who is Jennifer James? All you really need to know is that she’s been a semi-finalist for the James Beard Foundation’s Best Chef in the Southwest Award for the past two years. Add on the fact that her restaurant — Albuquerque's Jennifer James 101 — received a nod as one of Travel and Leisure’s Favorite U.S. Restaurants and you’d be crazy not to go there. It’s upscale American cooking at its best, with seasonal menu featuring entrees like Grilled Tuna with Leeks and Tomatoes and Braised Bison Short Ribs. Dishes feature mostly local ingredients. In addition to regular seating, you can reserve a place at the restaurant’s community table, which offers eight diners a three-course specialty menu for $35. Hoards of fans claim this is the best fine dining establishment in Albuquerque. Find out why.

Jennifer James 101
4615-A Menaul Boulevard NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 884-3860

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