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Santa Fe is the second oldest city in the United States, formally founded in 1610 by European colonists (predated by Pueblo Indians from 1050 to 1150), and the oldest capital in the country. Because of its long cultural history, it’s no surprise that the city may have seen its share of ghosts over the centuries. In fact, much of the historic downtown was built on top of burial grounds of occupied by a number of Pueblo Indian villages. If you’re in a ghoulish mood this Halloween in the City Different, you might want know about these haunted places:

Alto Street

Monday, October 27, 2008
by Tim French • SantaFe.com

According to culinary historians, the Menches brothers created the “Hamburg Sandwich” in Hamburg, New York in 1885. Working as cooks at a county fair, after running out of pork for their sausage patty sandwiches, and having a supplier unwilling to butcher more hogs in the summer heat, the Menches decided to try beef instead. They found the meat to be so tasteless after they fried it, coffee and brown sugar were mixed into the patties. There were no other condiments.

Fast forward 125 years. In addition to mayo, ketchup, mustard and onions, I’m sure the Menches would have been happily...

Monday, June 2, 2008
by Tim French • SantaFe.com

Meander along the Old Santa Fe Trail - One of the most popular short rides in the city begins at the historic Plaza and ends at the village of Canada de los Alamos. The car traffic can be a little tricky in the beginning, but an experienced rider will have few problems and the stops along the way (plan close to a full day for this round trip, and bring a picnic lunch) are a must intro to the City Different. Starting out in the Plaza area, you can stop at the San Miguel Mission, Loretto Chapel, and Saint Francis Cathedral. The next benchmark is the intersection of Old Santa Fe Trail...

Monday, April 28, 2008 at 10:22 AM
by Tim French • SantaFe.com

A list of everything you'll need to settle into the City Different and make your transition comfortable, including:

• Moving Companies
• Rental Managment Companies
• Real Estate Companies
• Locksmiths
• Utilities
• Schools
• Churches & Temples
• Supermarkets
• Healthcare & Hospitals
• Dry Cleaners

Monday, April 7, 2008 at 3:20 PM
by Tim French • SantaFe.com

I don’t know many pizzerias that offer whole wheat crust with chorizo (spicy Spanish pork sausage), green chili, pine nuts and a number of other northern New Mexico toppings, as well as more traditional pies. The Upper Crust menu has been inventive, and its quality flawlessly consistent, since it first opened for business in 1979. Its downtown location draws tourists as well as locals. Sandwiches and calzones are also available.

Free delivery, dine in, take out. Hours: 11am – midnight. MC, VISA, DISCOVER, and LOCAL CHECKS. 505-982-0000.

Inside a former hacienda from the late 1700’s,...

Tuesday, January 15, 2008
by Tim French • SantaFe.com

Get informed before you shop for turquoise. According to Joe Lowry, Sr., proprietor of the Turquoise Museum in Albuquerque, “only 10 percent of the turquoise being mined today is gem grade.” Therefore, only a fraction of what is presented as genuine turquoise in the marketplace is a natural, untreated stone.

Friday, February 22, 2008
by Tim French

Ten Thousand Waves - Whether you’re baby boomers still in love, high school sweethearts, or a visiting couple looking for a tryst under a spellbinding moon, this Japanese-themed mountain spa has been a romantic getaway since it opened in 1981. Ten Thousand Waves may no longer be exactly a secret, but its tucked-away location off Hyde Park Road, and the endless steps (lit by lanterns) you must climb to reach your destination, weave their magic. Try one of some twenty different massages, soak in private hot tub under the stars, or gaze into each others’ eyes over a light bite to eat. With...

Monday, February 11, 2008
by Tim French • SantaFe.com

El Farol has been a favorite nightspot since Bob Young opened it in 1968. The current owner of some fifteen years, David Salazar, has maintained the sophisticated but down-home watering hole culture: local cowboys, artists, intellectuals, urbanites, and students mix with out-of-town visitors. The New York Times recently praised El Farol as being “one of the best bars on earth!” Nestled between the plethora of galleries on Santa Fe’s historic Canyon Road, you can dance to live music most nights, including blues, folk, and Latin jams. Warning: Some bands are better than others, but...

Tuesday, January 15, 2008
by Tim French • SantaFe.com

When I was growing up in Santa Fe, and the town was half its current size, I remember my father telling me there were probably more dogs living here than people. After all, dogs are smart and have good taste. They’re also easier to communicate with. St. Francis of Assisi would have been proud of the way we look after and love our dogs. As you can see below, whether you’re living here or just visiting, there are plenty of canine services and canine-friendly establishments. Here’s a partial list:

78 Vista del Oro
Cerrillos, New Mexico 87010
505-424-8995

Tuesday, January 15, 2008
by Tim French • SantaFe.com