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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. 

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Are you looking for the perfect romantic thing to do with your loved one this Valentine’s Day in Albuquerque? If you own a home in Albuquerque, you have the advantage, as there are so many things about this city that’s perfect for lovers – great food, clean air, and wide open spaces. So put away those chocolates and do something different this Valentine’s Day in Albuquerque. Here’s a few of the best things to do for couples to get you started.

Sandia Peak Tramway

This may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of romance, but when you’re holding hands at 10,000 feet overlooking the Sandia Mountains and the entire city, what could be more romantic? Sandi Peak Tramway is the longest tram in the country and runs every 20-30 minutes and is a 15 minute ride. You can then have a romantic lunch or dinner at Sandiago’s Grill at the Tram while you enjoy the beautiful view.

ABQ BioPark Botanical Garden

The botanical garden features desert and Mediterranean plants covering 32 acres, setting the perfect backdrop for a walk along the 1.5 mile winding scenic footpaths.  And for a cozier setting, you can go to the ABQ BioPark Aquarium, where the dim lighting and sharks will set the mood.

Balloon Ride

One thing that Albuquerque is certainly famous for is hot air balloons.  It’s the home of the largest balloon festival in the world, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.  Why not see for yourself what it’s like to fly free in the sky with your loved one? Companies like Air Carriage offer sunrise packages that are sure to thrill you both.

Albuquerque’s Old Town

Spend a few hours in the old west in Albuquerque’s Old Town.  You can stroll through the adobe nooks and old vigas, visit the Albuquerque Museum, enjoy a latte at Velvet Coffee, and shop the myriad unique boutiques in this historic district.

If these ideas don’t quite suit you, here’s some more ideas for spending the perfect Valentine’s Day in Albuquerque. Check back on our blog each week for more great local Albuquerque information and real estate advice.

HOT HOME LISTING OF THE WEEK!

8222 Sprenger Drive NE, Albuquerque, NM  $329,000

4 Bedrooms/ 3 Bathrooms (1 full, 2 partial) / 2300 Square Feet

Beautiful & impeccably well-maintained original owner property on oversized lot w/paved backyard access perfect for RV parking. Open floorplan featuring 4 bdrms,3 Baths-w/updated cabinets/counters. Back yard offers gorgeous & mature landscaping w/low-use drippers, fish pond w/water fall & steel shed.

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The holiday season is in full swing in Albuquerque, but there’s still about 2 weeks left to enjoy the season’s celebrations.  If you’re looking for a new and special way to create holiday memories this year with friends and family, then these events in Albuquerque will be sure to make the 2017 holiday season one to remember.

Bugg Lights

Through December 30, 2017

A tradition for over 40 years, the Belen Harvey House Museum has been dazzling Albuquerque with over 300,000 lights in this festive display.  You’ll also find all the other trappings of the season, such as nativity scenes, 100 Christmas trees, food, crafts, music and more. Donations are accepted to help local non-profit organizations in Albuquerque.

Holiday Nature Crafts at River of Lights

December 13 and 20 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Why not make your own decorations this holiday season?  Bring your family to BioPark for a free Holiday Nature Crafts session in the Education building.  You can also enjoy the holiday model railroad and the Pal Bear Express. Best of all, the event is free!

Star Wars with the Cops

December 16, 2017, 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Premiere Cinemas

Celebrate the release of Star Wars: The last Jedi with the Rio Rancho Police Department’s first-ever “Star Wars with the Cops” event.  There will be a costume contest and trivia contest.  There will be a special screening of the movie at 9:30.

HOT HOME LISTING OF THE WEEK!

5243 Foothills Trail NE, Albuquerque, NM  $825,000

3 Bedrooms/ 4 Bathrooms (2 full, 2 partial) / 3156 Square Feet

Amazing views of the Sandia Mtns & Rio Grande Valley in this beautiful gated community. Scott Patrick Gold Package custom home features oversized great room w/stacked stone fireplace, wall of windows, and much more! 

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Imagine early morning in Albuquerque with the blue dusky sky wide open above you. So beautiful!  But that's not even what you've come to see. You're there for the great Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta! 

The largest festival of hot air balloon festivals in the world. Boasting over 500 hot air balloons that will take to the sky in a mass lift off. You can’t wait for Albuquerque to blow your socks off.

Of course, the hot air balloon lift off isn’t the only activity available during this event. Albuquerque has many other events and activities planned and available to you, such as fireworks and balloon glows during the evenings, Pilot Presentations, Mariachi entertainment and off event ground tours of local historical attractions and much more.

Here is a link to the schedule for the 2017 Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta. Time to relax, be amazed and have some fun!

HOT HOME LISTING OF THE WEEK!

996 Lynx Loop NE, Albuquerque, NM  $595,000

3 Bedrooms/ 3 Bathrooms (2 full, 1 partial) / 3215 Square Feet

Custom Home features INCREDIBLE VIEWS of the Sandia Mountains, Tram & City lights from large balconies and decks. Master Suite features cozy fireplace, tranquil balcony, mountain views, complimented by the Spa-like Master Bath.

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The 4th of July is just around the corner and it's time to celebrate in Albuquerque!  Here's what's in store for you this coming 4th of July to help celebrate our freedom.

Freedom 4th

The City of Albuquerque is hosting a huge celebration at Balloon Fiesta Park from 3-10pm.  Admission is free!  You'll be able to enjoy all kinds of food and drink vendors while you take in the festivities.  There's also face painting and inflatables for the kids.  And to top off the evening will be a massive fireworks display and performance by country star Clint Black!

Corrales New Mexico 4th of July Parade

What's the 4th of July without a parade?  Starting at Target Road at 10am, the parade will run through downtown Corrales to La Entrada Park.  And after the parade ends there will be a family fun day at the park with food and more.  You can also join the water fight at the Corrales Rec Center.

Have a fun and happy Independence Day!

HOT HOME LISTING OF THE WEEK!

4401 Pershing Avenue SE, Albuquerque   $499,000

3 Bedrooms/ 1 Bathrooms / 3 Partial Baths / 4100 Square Feet

INCREDIBLE Custom single story Home-In the heart of ABQ. 2CAR garage, open floorplan showcases 3 exceptional LG living areas, all in whopping 4100 sq ft!

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Summer is here and it's time to look forward to some fun events coming up in Albuquerque this July. Here's what we have to look forward to.

14th Annual Pork & Brew BBQ State Championship

July 1-3, 2017 | Saturday-Sunday 11am-7pm | Monday 11am-5pm

New Mexico's original food festival returns to the Santa Ana Star Center with a wide variety of BBQ delights.

Freedom 4th

July 4, 2017 | 3-10pm

Come celebrate Independence Day at Balloon Fiesta Park where there will be free face painting, inflatables, and more fun for the kids. Also enjoy the Microbrew Garden, with local beer, wine and spirits, along with a massive food court of more than 30 food vendors.

Route 66 Summerfest

July 22, 2017 | 3-10pm

Come to historic Nob Hill on Saturday, July 22 from 3-10 p.m. for the biggest Summerfest of the year.

Have a fun and fantastic July in Albuquerque!

HOT HOME LISTING OF THE WEEK!

8100 Via Alegre NE, Albuquerque   $675,000

4 Bedrooms/ 3.5 Bathrooms/ 3330 Square Feet

One of a kind custom Mediterranean/Tuscan home with tons of features and amazing oversized garage for all of your cars & toys+workshop area!

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Mother's day is coming up this Sunday. Have you planned a special day for that special mom?  There's plenty of great ideas for spending a great day with your mom and showing your thanks.  Here's a few ideas to get you started.

Brunch

Sunday brunch with mom is the perfect gift.  A number of restaurants in Albuquerque are hosting Mother's Day brunches.  Here's a list of restaurants in and around Albuquerque that are featuring Sunday brunch.

Spa Day

What self-respecting mother doesn't want to be pampered? Take her out for a spa day. And of course Albuquerque has some of the best spas anywhere.  Check out this list of top 10 spas in Albuquerque.

A Home Cooked Meal

It's your turn to cook for mom.  Here are some recipes for delicious dishes she's sure to enjoy.

Jewelry

Most moms love jewelry.  Why not have a custom piece of jewelry made just for her? Here's a list of custom jewelers in Albuquerque?

Have fun with mom and have a happy Mother's Day!

HOT HOME LISTING OF THE WEEK!

5909 Gorrion Street NW, Albuquerque   $199,000

4 Bedrooms/ 1 Bathrooms/ 1935 Square Feet

Back on the market! This open concept floorplan includes tasteful updates. Plenty of space with 2 living areas and 4 beds spread over 1935 sq ft!

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Get ready to have fun and celebrate different cultures.  These upcoming events in Albuquerque promise to be entertaining for the whole family.  And maybe you’ll learn something at the same time. Here’s what’s coming up in the next few weeks.

Gathering of Nations Native American Powwow
April 27 - 29

Come experience the largest pow wow in North America! More than 3000 participants will be singing and dancing in competition.  Experience Native American culture through native food and music, and of course, shopping. It’s the ultimate event bringing Native American people together, as well as for others to learn about their amazing culture.

Albuquerque Renaissance Faire
April 29

Calling all lords and ladies of Albuquerque! The time has come for all sorts of Renaissance revelry.  Indulge in the era with live battles, village shopping, food, music, arts, and demonstrations, and of course the Tilted Tankard Tavern.  Fun for the whole family and children under 3 are free!

See what other fun events are coming up in the next few months.

HOT HOME LISTING OF THE WEEK!

10 Caminito Trail, Placitas   $395,000

3 Bedrooms/ 2 Bathrooms/ 2580 Square Feet

This amazing culdesac property features unobstructed views of the mountains and open floorplans with stunning raised ceilings.

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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 14^th 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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Albuquerque is a city of rich history and cultural diversity. Celebrate our community’s past by honoring those whose ancestors have lived in the area for long before we became a nation. Head to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (2401 12th Street NW) on Monday, October 10th, for the Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration. The event takes place all day from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm. Songs, dances, and stories will be performed by students of the Native American Community Academy (NACA) to honor and share their heritage with all guests of the museum. The students of NACA have worked hard putting together their performances in order to express what it means to them to be indigenous. Learn more about the people that have inhabited this land since ancient times and celebrate the future of this rich community.

Schedule of Events

9:00 am - American Indian Development Associates, Inc. Opening Remarks

10:00 am - NACA Student Presentations

12:00 pm - Bird Dancers (San Felipe)

1:00 pm - Radical Poets Presentation

1:30 pm - NACA Student Presentations

2:30 pm - Sweet Nations Sisterhood Jingle Dress Dancers

3:00 pm - Bird Dancers (San Felipe)

4:00 pm - Pre-Columbian Seeds Dry/Wet Preservation Demos Presented by the IPCC Education Department

This great educational event is open to all. The cost is FREE with the regular $8 museum admission. Be sure to check out all of the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center during the event. This fantastic museum presents the history, art, and culture of the 19 Pueblos in New Mexico.

Bring the family down to the Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration for all the fun!

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Featured Home Listing of the Week!

6 Bedrooms/ 5 Bathrooms/ 5135 Square Feet...$1,195,000

ONE OF A KIND PROPERTY! Exquisitely Appointed SINGLE LEVEL MULTIGENRATIONAL Custom Home! Nestled in desired Black Farms Estates, this 1.14 acre EXCLUSIVE dream home offers Elegance, Luxury & stunning Backkyard!   View this incredible listing

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