Dining

Scenes From Chamber Ribbon Cutting Event At Muy Salsas

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The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony Friday evening for the highly anticipated opening of Muy Salsas at 1315 Trinity Dr. Normally ribbon cutting ceremonies are open to the public, but this one was slightly different due to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in the community. Only a small number of people were invited to attend to help keep everyone safe. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Holding the ribbon from left, LACDC Chair Jim Hall, Julio Martinez, Owner Gisel Martinez, cutting the ribbon Julia Martinez, Patrice Corral Owner, Owner Christine Martinez, Read More

Posts From The Road: Reata Restaurant In Alpine, Texas

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Reata Restaurant: The Reata Restaurant in Alpine, Texas is housed in an 1890 adobe house. The Reata logo is displayed on the wooden gable and repeated in the walkway to the front. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Cowboy Country: Most of the art and decor within the restaurant leave no doubt you are dining in cowboy country. The beautiful wood plank flooring and bead wood ceiling runs throughout the dining areas. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

By GARY WARREN
Photographer
Formerly of Los Alamos

It’s all about the journey, not the destination. That is how we travel. Usually, we are on Read More

County Board Of Appeals To Deliberate And Take Possible Final Action On Sirphey Case Wednesday Jan. 26

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Board of Appeals meets 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 26 in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave.

There will be a closed session pursuant to NMSA § 10-51-1 (H)(3) for deliberations in connection with Action No. 2020-01 Sirphey, LLC, a New Mexico limited liability company, Appellant v. Michael Arellano, in his official capacity as the Building Official for Los Alamos County, Appellee.

This is followed by possible final action on the proceeding.

This meeting is in person and open to the public. However, for convenience, the following Zoom meeting link and/or telephone Read More

Liddie’s Traditional New Mexican Dishes: Spicy Hot Chocolate

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How to prepare Spicy Hot Chocolate. Video by Liddie Martinez

Spicy Hot Chocolate. Photo by Liddie Martinez

By LIDDIE MARTINEZ
Española Valley

Archeological evidence of chocolate cultivation dates back more than 4000 years in Meso America to the Olmecs who used it for medicine. The Mayan civilization expanded it use as a beverage, popular among the ruling class. Made from a mixture of chocolate, chile and corn meal, it was considered food of the gods.

I first experienced a drink like this called tascalate, while traveling with friends across the jungles in Chiapas, Mexico. The drink was quite Read More

Pig+Fig Moves To Take Out Only For Customer, Staff Safety

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PIG + FIG News:

For the safety of its customers and staff, Pig + Fig at 11 Sherwood Blvd., in White Rock is switching to take out only.

“Due to the widespread number of positive COVID-19 cases in our community, we will no longer be offering indoor dining for the foreseeable future and will be switching to only takeout,” owner Laura Crucet announced today. “This is a difficult decision but we feel like it is the responsible one and we ask for your patience and flexibility as we move forward through this difficult time.

“More than anything, we pray for the health and safety of all our neighbors and their Read More

LRG Hosts First Tuesday Breakfast At Morning Glory Jan. 4

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LRG News:

The Laboratory Retiree Group (LRG) will host its First Tuesday Breakfast in January.

Fully vaccinated Lab retirees (and potential retirees) are invited to drop in at the LRG monthly breakfast, 8:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesday Jan. 4, at the Morning Glory Restaurant, 1377 Diamond Dr., across from Los Alamos High School.

Morning Glory serves a full breakfast and pastries. Retirees buy their breakfast; LRG pays for coffee or tea.

For more information, email sgirard@losalamos.com or call 505.672.3497. Read More

On The Job In White Rock: Certified Sommeliers At Pig+Fig

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On the job in White Rock Thursday at Pig+Fig Cafe with Front House Manager Holly Robinson, left, and Owner and Award-winning Chef Laura Crucet, both now certified sommeliers from the Wine Spirit Education Trust International Organization. Pig+Fig Cafe is at 11 Sherwood Blvd. For information visit pigandfigcafe.com or call 505.672.2742. #worklosalamos #wherediscoveriesaremade. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com Read More