Dining

Fiori e Sale Presents ‘Flavors Of The Week: Fiori Edition’ – A Fresh Take On Friday Nights

Fiori e Sale News:

With its signature bougainvillea charm and coastal elegance, Fiori e Sale invites the community to experience something new: “Flavors of the Week: Fiori Edition”.

Every Friday evening, Fiori unveils a one‑of‑a‑kind menu inspired by the season, creativity, and the art of discovery. Guests are invited to savor an evolving culinary experience that keeps Los Alamos guessing—and coming back for more.

“Every Friday is a new interpretation of flavor,” Owner Ufemia Bernal Rios said. “We want guests to feel like they’re part of something alive—where food, mood, and inspiration Read More

C’YA Thanks Community For Supporting ‘Life Is Short, Eat Dessert First’ Fundraiser A Success

Desserts in C’YA’s recent ‘Life Is Short, Eat Dessert First’ fundraiser. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen

By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Executive Director
C’YA

Champions of Youth Ambitions (C’YA) would like to thank the community for supporting our first “Life is Short, Eat Dessert First” fundraiser!

This event was a success, and we would like to thank the following businesses for embracing the idea for our new annual fundraiser:

  • Pig & Fig
  • Blue Window Bistro
  • NM Cookie Corner
  • The Enchanted Jammery
  • The Hungry Bear/Coffee Cub
  • Jemez Mountain Brittle
  • Smith’s in White Rock
  • Trader Joe’s in Santa Fe
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Best Of Liddie’s Recipes: Carne Adovada

Carne Adovada. Photo by Liddie Martinez

By LIDDIE MARTINEZ
Española Valley

When we began growing Chimayo red chile on our farm, neither Rick nor I anticipated the dedication or devotion required nor the knee cartilage we would be sacrificing for this small, heritage crop. Once I had the seeds in my hot little hands, I was hooked. I visited my greenhouse daily and watched the seeds sprout into vibrant green shoots and celebrated each new leaf. I pinched off the early blooms to ensure all energy was being used to create strong and healthy plants. In May, after we transplanted, I prayed we would be spared Read More

Cowboy Breakfast At Sheriff’s Posse Lodge Sunday Oct. 5

Sheriff’s Posse News:

The Los Alamos County Sheriff’s Posse is hosting its monthly Cowboy Breakfast this Sunday, Oct. 5.

The breakfast is served 7-11 a.m. at the Sheriff’s Posse Lodge at 650 North Mesa Road, near the North Mesa Stables.

The all-you-can-eat breakfast includes:

  • Pancakes – Banana, Blueberry, Chocolate Chip and Plain;
  • Scrambled Eggs;
  • Sausage;
  • Bacon; and
  • Coffee, Tea and Orange Juice.

The price for adults is $10, children 4-10 years of age $5 and those 0-3 are free.

Proceeds this month go to benefit the Dance Arts Los Alamos, a 501(c)(3) non-profit.

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Kylee’s Atomic Fades Opening With A Bang Oct. 3-4

Kylee’s Atomic Fades Owner Kylee Franks invites the community to her exciting grand opening this Friday and Saturday at 555 Oppenheimer Drive, Suite 102-B. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

Los Alamos has a new barbershop business, Kylee’s Atomic Fades, and it’s holding its grand opening this weekend with a 2-day bang!

“We are going to have specials, giveaways, food trucks, and fun for the whole family,” Owner Kylee Franks said. “The entire community is invited!”

The special event is 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and 10 Read More

NM Junior Foodies Review: Bien Shur

Bien Shur Executive Chef Sean Staggs with a New Mexico junior foodie. Photo by Becky Rutherford

By BECKY RUTHERFORD
Los Alamos

Bien Shur is a fine dining restaurant and rooftop lounge located on the 9th floor of the Sandia Resort & Casino in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It is known for its sophisticated atmosphere, elegant American and French-inspired cuisine, extensive wine selection, and breathtaking panoramic views of the Sandia Mountains and the Albuquerque skyline, especially at sunset.

The restaurant is a popular choice for special occasions, offering an upscale experience with Read More

Lab Retiree Group To Hold ‘First Tuesday Breakfast’ Oct. 7

Scene from a previous LRG’s monthly breakfast social at Muy Salsas. Photo by Morrie Pongratz

LRG News:

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) retirees (and potential retirees) are invited to drop in at the Laboratory Retiree Group (LRG) monthly breakfast social, 8:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7,  at Muy Salsas at 1315 Trinity Drive.

Come hang out and join the conversation with other Lab retirees.

LRG pays for everyone’s coffee and tea, while individuals pay for their breakfast and other drinks.

The LRG is a non-profit organization that seeks to maintain communications with and to serve the Read More

New Mexico State Fair: 2025 High School Culinary Winners

STATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE — High Schools across the State came together at the New Mexico State Fair, with the help of ProStart and the New Mexico Restaurant Association, for a green chile stew throwdown to see who would be crowned the State Fair Champion.

For the second-straight year, Carlsbad High School took home the top prize. Eldorado High School placed 2nd while Taos High School came in 3rd.

Thanks to the generosity of the event’s sponsor, New Mexico Gas Company, Carlsbad High School earned $5,000, Eldorado High School $3,000 and Taos High School $2,000 to help support their culinary programs. Read More

Last Call! Roasted Hatch Chiles At Los Alamos Co-op Market

Yum! Courtesy/Co+op Market

Los Alamos Co+op Market News:

Los Alamos Co+op Market is out of fresh roasted Hatch Chiles for the moment; however, they do still have a large supply of frozen chiles available for purchase.

The Co+op’s final delivery this season of fresh Hatch green chiles will arrive on Wednesday, Sept. 17.

The chile will be roasted daily until gone:

  • Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.; and
  • Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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