Taos chef Nité Marquez shares his journey with cooking, social media stardom and writing cookbooks

If you are on social media, particularly Facebook and TikTok, you may have come across Nité Marquez’s cooking videos. The Taos-based chef uses those platforms to share his passion for cooking, which has drawn thousands of views and followers along the way.   On his pages, you’ll find tutorials on …

Francisco Gella and Elena Garcia discuss Zeitgeist Dance Theatre’s contemporary performances in Santa Fe

Add contemporary dance to the list of experiences you can find in Santa Fe.    Local company Zeitgeist Dance Theatre is taking the artform to the next level by creating shows that center on emotional human connection in the present moment. The company’s artistic director says the goal is to help a…

Traditional Spanish Market: One of Santa Fe’s biggest events returns this July showcasing juried artwork

Traditional Spanish Market, one of Santa Fe’s biggest cultural events, returns to the Plaza July 25-26, showcasing another year of juried artwork from artists across the region.  The market has been around since 1926. Artists accepted into the event are given the unique opportunity to spotlight th…

NMOGA’s Missi Currier discusses energy production in New Mexico and its role on the economy

New Mexico’s oil and gas industry is a touchy subject if you ask anyone. Supporters say it’s the lifeline to the state’s economy and without it, New Mexico wouldn’t have the luxuries or cashflow that it does. But on the flip side, opponents argue the industry is allowing contaminants to pollute the…

Santa Fe native Nicolas Flores shares what it takes to execute a 4th of July fireworks display

Fourth of July celebrations are one of America’s favorite pastimes that honor our nation’s history and independence. Each year, friends and family mark the occasion in their own ways, but a common activity is fireworks.    In Santa Fe, the Kiwanis Club puts on a fireworks display for the entire ci…

Izzy Barr from the Railyard Park Conservancy discusses park stewardship, impact on Santa Fe

Santa Fe’s Railyard Park, located a short distance from downtown and the Plaza, is a familiar fixture for longtime residents and frequent visitors alike.  Founded through a public-private partnership in 2010, the park’s urban design in an old industrial train lot became a prominent project for the…

Despite tariff and visa concerns, IFAM organizers are excited for 2026 market

International Folk Art Market returns July 9–12 at Railyard Park, bringing artisans from around the world to Santa Fe to showcase multicultural works.  The annual market has long served as a venue for folk artists to sell their products and for community members to experience cultures from outside…

10 years of Meow Wolf: Vince Kadlubek reflects on the company’s origin, massive success and future

From a small business office space on 2nd Street and Cerrillos Road to a refurbished bowling alley on Rufina Street, Meow Wolf’s success story is one marked by sacrifice, strength, vision and a little help from one of Santa Fe’s most famous residents — author George R.R. Martin.   The company cele…

Jaime Herrell and Matthew Cannella discuss Santa Fe’s Center for Contemporary Arts and its inaugural Fine Art Flea

The Center for Contemporary Arts (CCA) is a beloved institution that for nearly four decades has brought creators and enthusiasts together to celebrate art forms of all kinds.   Founded as a grassroots organization in 1979, CCA has evolved into a welcoming meeting place in Santa Fe for everyone to…

‘She the People’: The Zia Singers to honor American political women in concert

The Zia Singers return this week for a concert in Santa Fe honoring the legacy of women who have shaped American politics across administrations, movements and branches of government.   John Tiranno, artistic director of The Zia Singers, said the concert is titled “She the People” and will be a 12…