New Mexico Restaurants Now

Carol Wight
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New Mexico Restaurants Now is where we get you the inside scoop on the food scene across New Mexico.

  1. 09/06/2022

    Greg McAllister - Algodones Distillery - Algodones

    At Algodones Distillery we honor that philosophy and hand craft spirits that reflect their time and place.  Using traditional pot stills, artesian well water and our bosque location for aging, we source and distill local ingredients from blue corn to juniper, piñon and more into "The Spirits of New Mexico". All Algodones products are available at our 2 Tasting Room locations - Algodones and Ruidoso - and in may fine retailers, bars and restaurants statewide.  If you don't see us on the shelves or behind the bar be sure to have the manager ask for us. Be our guest(s)!  Interested in seeing how our spirits are crafted?  Tours are available on Saturdays from 12 noon to 4pm, or by special arrangement on weekends Friday to Monday most weeks.  Since we are a small, private craft distillery we require a reservation and can send you the details in an email.  Cheers! and Drink Kindly.

    22 min

  2. 08/19/2022

    Scott Feuille - Taylor Garrett Spirits - Albuquerque

    Taylor Garrett Spirits was borne out of an aviator's vision to produce a unique line of spirits using breakthrough aging technology while honoring the traditions of the world's great Master Distillers. We are a veteran-owned company located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and founded by Scott Feuille, a retired Naval Aviator and commercial airline pilot. Having traveled the globe and tasted some of the finest spirits the world has to offer, he's always been fascinated by the skill and traditions of the great American distillers. With a passion for distilling and in pursuit of the perfect timeless spirit, Scott began his quest to craft the best tasting, no-nonsense whiskey on the market today. Family is important to us, and Taylor Garrett is named for Scott's two young children. Taylor Garrett aims to get high-quality, artisinally-crafted spirits where they belong – in the glasses of whiskey lovers.

    27 min

  3. 03/01/2022

    Ed Pulsifer - La Fonda - Santa Fe - NMRN036

    Celebrating 100 Years of Hospitality! Step into the past and experience the splendor of the American Southwest at La Fonda on the PlazaTM, the only Santa Fe New Mexico hotel situated on the historic Santa Fe Plaza. Start your vacation in Santa Fe and experience the allure of old world charm at one of the best Santa Fe hotels, where tasteful, modern conveniences blend with the warmth of authentic New Mexican style.

    29 min

  4. 03/01/2022

    Bahjat Shariff - Twisters - Albuquerque - NMRN035

    Founded in 1998, Twisters has grown to 17 awesome locations centralized in New Mexico and is now expanding into Colorado with 2 restaurants! Twisters is a fast casual dining experience specializing in New Mexican foods with our famous red and green chile as well as American favorites! Twisters was started with the idea that customers wanted quality food at fast food prices with quick service in a pleasant environment. Our goal is to always exceed our customers' expectations in value, quality, and service.

    27 min

  5. 11/11/2021

    Jason Vinson - Yo Mama's Grill - Socorro

    This year's winners started early in the NM restaurant industry.  One partner started as a dishwasher straight out of high school at Cattle Baron and eventually moved up to management at other restaurants.  Years later, he'd share his superpowers by traveling to struggling restaurants from Oregon to Florida and help to turn them around by focusing on retraining staff and revamping menus and décor.  In 2015, a lifelong dream was realized when a partnership was formed to open their own restaurant in Socorro, New Mexico.  Now, they were a superhero duo. As partners and operators of Yo Mama's Grill, this year's winners led their staff and helped their local community. The restaurant sponsored many local sports teams, dance troops, medical charities and community arts programs, and one owner even sewed custom masks for employees and others in need.  During the pandemic, their Health and Safety Guidelines were adopted by the mayor and used as a benchmark for all restaurants in the area.  Their superpowers of loyalty, camaraderie, and caring leadership have served us all.  Congratulations to the 2021 Restaurateur of the Year winners, Deidra and Jason Vinson of Yo Mama's Grill.

    24 min

  6. 11/08/2021

    Mark Kiffin - The Compound - Santa Fe

    This year's Superhero Chef has spent 45 years completely dedicated to the passion and craft of the table.  For him, food is not about trying to create a new trend but perfecting what you are doing every day.  He was awarded James Beard Best Chef of the Southwest in 2005 and just celebrated his 20th anniversary as the owner of The Compound in Santa Fe. Under his energetic leadership, The Compound has won many awards for their food, wine, and service. His superpowers of innovation, style, and freshness results in a Contemporary American menu focusing on regional ingredients and local sourcing.  He also supports the culinary community and works directly with many charities. NMRA is proud to honor 2021's Chef of the Year, Mark Kiffin of The Compound.

    38 min

  7. 11/03/2021

    Mike White - High Point Rustic Kitchen- Albuquerque

    This year's Restaurant Neighbor Superhero spearheads the charity Kitchen Kids Inc, which is in its 6th year of providing free cooking courses where kids work side-by-side with professionals.  He is also the director of the 505 Food Fights, a food competition that promotes our industry and has raised tens of thousands for charity. His own personal and physical challenges have been no match for his superpowers of empathy and tenacity.  In his words, he uses life's challenges as motivation to professionally and personally be an inspiration to others chasing down their dreams. Congrats to 2021 Restaurant Neighbor Winner Mike White of High Point Grill and Rustico Italian Kitchen.

    26 min

  8. 11/01/2021

    Tai Ayers - Ohori's Coffee - Santa Fe

    2021's Manager of the Year winner has been in the industry for years.  Starting at 15 at Santa Fe's Haagen-Dazs.  She moved up, including managing the Student Café in college.  20 years ago, she began Barista work at began Barista work at Ohori's Coffee, Tea, and Chocolate, and became the General Manager in 2006.  She gained partial ownership and continued as general manager for what is now Ohori's Coffee Roasters in 2017.  She has shown extraordinary management skills in listening and training staff, provides a safe environment for staff and customers and continues to run a thriving local business in a truly difficult time. At the same time she was juggling new rules, she was expanding Ohori's online presence and capabilities and a local delivery program. This "Management Superhero" showed powers of empathy, leadership, and outreach.  She also provided her staff with private therapy sessions, when requested, to connect them with what they needed to be better baristas as well as better people. She models racial and cultural sensitivity both with her customers and her staff.  This dedicated manager sticks by Ohori's "North Star" - the aspiration to provide the normality of getting coffee (with a side of kindness) to all of their customers during the pandemic.   NMRA is proud to honor our 2021 Manager of the year, Tai Ayers of Ohori's Coffee Roasters.

    23 min
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New Mexico Restaurants Now is where we get you the inside scoop on the food scene across New Mexico.

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  • Creator
    Carol Wight
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2022
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright New Mexico Restaurant Association
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