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Treat Father to a Special Day In Albuquerque

by Sandi Pressley

It's time to show dear old dad how much you appreciate him this weeken in Albuquerque! Albuquerque is brimming with fun thinds to do with dad, so there's something for every taste. Here's a few ideas to make sure this will be a Father's Day to remember.

Cliff’s Amusement Park Father’s Day Weekend
June 15 & 16, all day

Dads receive a free All Day Ride Pass. To receive a Free Dad’s All-Day Ride Pass, a Regular or Child All-Day Ride Pass must be purchased.

Father’s Day Parade & Show
June 16, 9-11 a.m.
The Corrales Growers’ Market

Free

Zoo Music: Arrested Development
June 14, 7-9 p.m., Gates open at 6 p.m.
ABQ BioPark Zoo

Adults $12, Children 3-12 $6, Children 2 & under Free

Father’s Day in Old Town
June 16, 1-5 p.m.

Enjoy music, food trucks, and Old Town shops and restaurants. 1-2:30 p.m. Todd Tijerina Band: Blues. 3-5 p.m. Luna Llena: Cuban Son

2nd Annual New Mexico Music Festival
June 16, 2-8 p.m.
The Downs at Albuquerque

Kids under 12 are free, 12-17 are $5, and adult tickets are $10

Albuquerque Isotopes v. New Orleans Baby Cakes
June 15, 6:35 p.m.

After game fireworks, weather permitting

Seasons of Growth Gardening Series: Honoring Fathers Garden Walk
June 16, 9-11 a.m.

Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. This day will honor our fathers with a small brunch, and a focus on the farming and weaving duties of Pueblo men. $5 suggested donation.

Taco Bar Crawl

June 15, 2-8 p.m.

5+ venues. Tickets range from $20-$35. 21+ event

Duke City Pedaler: Sunday Brunch Ride Father’s Day Edition
June 16, 12-2:30 p.m.

Start the ride at Albuquerque Tourism & Sightseeing Factory. Then ride to Hollow Spirits for brunch and later visit the Railyard Markets. $21 admission

Music at the Winery
June 16, 1-6 p.m.
Pasando Tiempo Winery, Corrales

Wine, Beer, BBQ Food Truck, & Music. Family Friendly, including dogs on leash. Free event. Wine tasting $5 per person.

Have a Happy Father's Day in Albuquerque!

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HOT HOME LISTING OF THE WEEK!

1619 Camino De La Sierra NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112  $550,000

3 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms (3 full, 1 half) / 3415 Square Feet

Wonderful one owner custom home by Carlson Builders. Located in S foothills on approx acre of beautifully landscaped property with amazing view. This home has Hurd windows, custom cabinetry through out, GE Monogram/Jenn Air appliances, butcher block island, custom pantry, 3 cars plus carport, cedar closet, gun room, hidden closet. Even a detached workshop/studio. A 25'x39' great room for all occasions . Plantation shutters, two master suites. This home was built to stay, with post stressed concrete slab and a Garden room, and so much more. Minutes to hiking, biking, freeway and shopping.

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Celebrate Easter in Albuquerque With Sunday Brunch

by Sandi Pressley

Easter Brunch Specials in Albuquerque

Easter is coming up soon, so that means it time to think about how to spend the day on Sunday, April 1.  Why not start out the special day with a delicious brunch? The flavors of the Southwest are a great way to start a Sunday, even if you don’t celebrate the holiday. And many restaurants in Albuquerque are offering brunch specials for the holiday.  Here’s a few of the many great deals you’ll find for Easter Sunday brunch in Albuquerque. Make sure to make reservations as soon as possible as tables can fill up fast.

Council Room

Come to the Sandia Resort and Casino in Albuquerque for brunch favorites like French toast BLAST, pan-seared chicken breast, green chile meatloaf sandwich, grilled ham steak, salmon fillet, and prime rib au jus. You’ll start out the special brunch with garlic shrimp skewers, short ribs street tacos, and duck confit.

El Pinto

If local flavors are your idea of a great Sunday brunch, then El Pinto has a great brunch lined up for you. The brunch menu features Eggs Benedict with eggs and pork loin on a green chile biscuit with a red hollandaise sauce.  Or enjoy green chile cheese biscuits smothered in green chile white gravy with a side of chorizo.

Hotel Andaluz

In addition to a delicious brunch featuring pastries and muffins, fresh fruit, a paella station, steak and eggs, huevos Benedictos, crab, a crepe station, and goat cheesecake, you can have fun with an egg hunt and music from a New Mexico Marimba Band.

Pueblo Harvest Cafe

For you late risers, Pueblo Harvest Café is serving an all-day breakfast that includes scrambled eggs and bacon or sausage, along with entrees such as Pepper boneless short ribs, cod filets, slow-roasted pork loin, or carne adovada, along with a carving station with glazed ham, roast beef and assorted mustards and chutneys.

These are just a few of the many great ways you can spend Easter Sunday in Albuquerque.  Here’s a list of other restaurants offering Sunday brunch specials. Be sure to check back on our blog every week for more great reasons to buy a home in Albuquerque. And follow us on Facebook for the latest Albuquerque real estate updates.

HOT HOME LISTING OF THE WEEK!

5005 General Bradley Street NE, Albuquerque, NM  $309,000

4 Bedrooms/ 2 Bathrooms (1 full, 1 partial) / 2400 Square Feet

Fantastic NE Heights Location! Exceptionally well cared for home with great curb appeal, back yard pool, and views of the Sandias. Formal living room and a cozy Den that includes a wood burning stove insert, large eat-in kitchen includes NEW Stainless Steel appliances, plus a separate formal dining for those special occasions. Lots of built in storage throughout. 

Contact the Sandi Pressley team for additional details! 

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Where to Get a Great Breakfast in Albuquerque

by Sandi Pressley

Albuquerque boasts a great variety of restaurants.  But if you’re looking for a great breakfast in Albuquerque, then you want to find a restaurant that specializes in the morning feast.  To that end, here’s a few of the top places to get a great breakfast in Albuquerque.

The Grove Cafe & Market

The Grove sets no limits on what time of day breakfast is served. With fresh, all day breakfast selections, you can satisfy your breakfast cravings whenever you want. Top is off with gourmet coffee, mimosas, cupcakes or cookies. They also do Sunday brunch.

Standard Diner

What’s more classic American than eating breakfast in a former service station?  The unique atmosphere blends seamlessly with the great menu, featuring all your reliable breakfast favorites and a few new surprises.

Golden Crown Bakery

What’s better than fresh baked breakfast delights? And if you want to come back for lunch, they feature feature amazing pizzas and empinadas.

HOT HOME LISTING OF THE WEEK!

10 Cinco Circle, Placitas, NM   $550,000

5 Bedrooms/ 5 Bathrooms (1 full, 4 partial) / 4015 Square Feet

Enjoy the extraordinary views from this spacious home, featuring 5 bedrooms, 2 living areas, and more.  Treat your guests to the upstairs bed with en suite bath.  Entertain in style with the spacious kitchen that opens into the great room.  

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Have a Perfect Valentine's Day in Albuquerque

by Sandi Pressley

Are you ready to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Albuquerque? If you’re looking for a unique way to spend this special day with your sweetheart, then you’re in luck.  There’s a number of events coming up on the 14th in Albuquerque that will make this a Valentine’s to remember!

Albuquerque Latin Valentine Love Fest
National Hispanic Cultural Center

Dance the night away with your loved one to the sounds of a live 3-piece ensemble and salsa by Ivon Ulibarri & Cafe Mocha.  There’s also going to be dance performances, drinks, and desserts to complete this exciting Valentine’s celebration.

Canvas & Coffee Class: Valentine Date Night
ABQ Canvas and Coffee

Here’s unique way to spend the evening together, while each of you paint white wine and red wine on separate canvases.  Then delight in a light supper and amazing desserts provided by Mtuccis Italian Market.

Corks & Candles
St. Clair Winery & Bistro

Come to the St. Clair Winery & Bistro for Valentine’s specials.  Culinary delights such as Steak Manhattan Oscar style with Potatoes Gratin and Chocolate Dipped Strawberries will be the perfect addition to this romantic day.

Make it a Valentine’s day to remember in Albuquerque! And check back on our blog every week for more great things to do in Albuquerque.

HOT HOME LISTING OF THE WEEK!

3813 Tierra Vista Place NE, Rio Rancho, NM   $359,000

4 Bedrooms/ 3 1/2 Bathrooms/ 3420 Square Feet

A spacious, meticulously maintained home featuring agrand entry with soaring ceilings and dramatic curved iron spindles staircase and 3-car garage!

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Fine Dining Abounds in Albuquerque

by Sandi Pressley

Albuquerque certainly has many qualities that make people want to buy a home here.  And the one thing that stands out is the food! Albuquerque is a hot spot in New Mexico for fantastic cuisine. So we’ve put together a short list of some of the best places to eat in Albuquerque.  Here are some dining experiences you won’t want to miss out on.

Antiquity Restaurant

Antiquity stands out as an overall extraordinary dining experience.  Specializing in beef and seafood, they also offer chicken and pork dinners, fine desserts, along with local, domestic, and import beer along with 60 different wines.

Mas - Tapas y Vino

Those in search of the perfect tapas will find their search has ended when they dine at Mas - Tapas y Vino.  Mas serves more than tapas however.  They are a full-service restaurant that offers a new take on traditional Spanish cuisine. They focus on using fresh local ingredients in all of their dishes.

Vernon's Speakeasy

Who doesn’t love a good speakeasy?  The name alone says you’re going to have a good time. Succulent entrees like Coffee Braised Beef Short Ribs, Hatch Red Chile Pork Tenderloin, and Stuffed Quail will leave your taste buds leaping for joy.  And of course there’s the Black Diamond Lounge, which is a great place to have a fine cocktail and listen to live music.

There are so many great places to eat in Albuquerque. Check back on our blog every week for more great places to eat and things to do here in Albuquerque.

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