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If it’s been awhile since you’ve eaten at Il Piatto, that little Italian restaurant just down the block from City Hall, put it back on your “A” list. Never had lunch or dinner at Il Piatto? Now’s the time.

Three of us had an exceptionally good meal here last week, and some of the food rose to fabulous. The happy and well-informed service added to our enjoyment. Yes, the place is crowded and noisy, but that urban buzz rarely found in Santa Fe adds to the fun.

In addition to the regular menu with antipasto, pasta, soup, salads, meat and fish, we received the daily special menu and a...

Friday, March 28, 2008
by Anne Hillerman • Journal Santa Fe

Brunch is a lazy day meal, a feast that takes the place of both breakfast and lunch enjoyed, perhaps, with a glass of champagne and a cozy nap afterwards. In Santa Fe, one of the oldest brunch traditions is downtown at the Eldorado Hotel.

In general, I’m not big on brunch buffets. The food tends to be mediocre, perhaps because the choices have been waiting too long. The variety of options makes it difficult not to overindulge. But none of this holds true at the Eldorado Court. Their buffet brunch made a fan out of me. This a nicely presented select assortment of eggs, pastries, meats and...

Friday, March 21, 2008 at 9:00 AM
by Anne Hillerman • Journal Santa Fe

Mauka rocks! This attractive, heads-up restaurant, which opened in October, adds a new dimension to Santa Fe’s food scene. There’s nothing in town quite like the Asian-inspired food you’ll find here, served with a gracious smile.

Mauka occupies the space that Kasasoba vacated this summer. The new owners have slightly recast the decor, replacing posters with elegant floral prints and adding background music that reflects the Asian influences and a contemporary approach.

In any relationship, first impressions set the tone. My friend and I were off to a good start. I found an empty parking...

Friday, March 7, 2008
by Anne Hillerman • Journal Santa Fe