Health + Wellness

Cosmetic Dentistry in Albuquerque

When patients explore cosmetic dentistry, they are often searching for more than just a new smile—they’re looking for confidence, comfort, and results that feel natural. Questions about how white teeth can become, how long their dental investment will last, whether treatments will look authentic, and how quickly results can be seen are all part of that journey. Many also want reassurance that their care will be comfortable, efficient, and designed with their long-term oral health in mind. At our...

Shopping

Harris Jewelry

For the love of diamonds Article by Rudy Carrillo | Photography by Courtesy Harris Jewelers Diamonds are a girl’s best friend. And believe it or not, it’s been more than 70 years since Marilyn Monroe made that line iconic; her phrasing and savoir faire embedding the line from a pop song by Jewel Styne and Leo Robin into the heart of American popular culture, to the extent many still consider the phrase today when considering a diamond purchase. Certainly, times have changed, and Monroe’s...

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Ortega Wellness

A full spectrum of primary care Article and Photography by Richard Lakin Greg Anderson, wellness author and cancer survivor wrote, “Wellness is the complete integration of body, mind, and spirit – the realization that everything we do, think, feel, and believe has an effect on our state of well-being.”  With the shortage of medical professionals in New Mexico, getting a comprehensive program of wellness from your primary care provider is not an easy undertaking. Doctor visits are usually a...

Arts + Culture

The KiMo Theatre

Local places we love Article by Richard Lakin | Photography by courtesy KiMo Theatre, AMP Concerts, and Bands of Enchantment With the Route 66 Centennial being celebrated in Albuquerque this year, much attention is focused on local art and history. One enduring historical landmark is the KiMo Theatre. It reflects the artistic, cultural, and architectural legacy of the city. It is a uniquely Southwest structure and one of the few Pueblo Deco designs still in existence. Opening with its first...

Travel

Ski Santa Fe

Places We Love to Ski Article by Keri Bridgwater | Photography by Courtesy TOURISM Santa Fe and Ski Santa Fe As Ponderosa pine gives way to aspen and Highway 475 turns into Hyde Park Road, at just over 10,000 feet, Ski Santa Fe appears in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Family-owned and operated since 1949, it remains one of New Mexico’s most beloved resorts: close enough for a spontaneous powder morning, yet serious enough to reward a full ski day. And after the last chair, historic Santa Fe...

Travel

Taos for Two

Fireside dining and high-desert adventures, meet your effortlessly romantic weekend Article by Jill Robbins | Photography by Patrick Chin, Amanda Powell, Earthship Taos is an easy two hours and change drive from Albuquerque, making it well within range for a doable couples' escape this winter. If you have some extra time to play with, opt for the scenic route through Truchas and Chimayo. Explore cozy galleries against the backdrop of high-desert and mountain scenery and enjoy the laid-back...

Education

The Coach and Family Behind the UNM Football Turnaround

For the Love of UNM Football Article by Rich Ringrose | Photography by University Of New Mexico Athletics The 2025 season marked a defining moment for UNM Lobos football—and for head coach Jason Eck. With an unprecedented 9–4 overall record and a 6–2 finish in Mountain West Conference play, the Lobos tied for first place in the conference, signaling a powerful resurgence for the program. Adding to the milestone year, Coach Eck’s son, linebacker Jaxton Eck, was named Mountain West Co–Defensive...

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Health Care in New Mexico

An interview with Dr. Nathaniel Roybal Article by Richard Lakin | Photography by Autumn Oglesby Albuquerque City Lifestyle recently talked to Dr. Nathaniel Roybal, a prominent local ophthalmologist/ retina surgeon, about his efforts to bring more healthcare workers to New Mexico. He is very involved with various professional and citizen groups that are working to bring more medical professionals to the state through legislative changes that would encourage doctors, nurses, and medical...

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Althera Alternative Care

A holistic approach to primary care Article by Richard Lakin | Photography by courtesy of Althera Alternative Care Althera Alternative Care is a membership-based primary care clinic that features services not typically offered at standard primary care medical practices. Operated by Todd and Raquel LeCesne, the clinic focuses on lifestyle change, herbal remedies, and nutraceuticals. Todd tells us, “We are really endeavoring to redefine primary care. We're providing a level of diagnostic...

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Crown Studios

Dentistry goes digital Article by Rudy Carrillo Dr. Patrick McQuitty is a dentist. He specializes in crowns and veneers. Using a radical new approach that involves precise specialization and digital imaging, he is able to serve a wide client base in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. His approach is different, fresh, and patient-centered. Those facts have contributed to the success of Dr. McQuitty and his clinics, named Crown Studios. Above and beyond all of this, McQuitty is personable, with a manner...