An Independent locally owned travel specialty store in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Located due east of the plaza in the oldest part of Santa Fe. The Travel Bug is just a couple of minutes from Historic Canyon Road. They carry a wide array of international guides and maps, local maps and guides, travel accesories, globes, flags, gps and have a full espresso bar. Free wifi and two public terminals.

We also are a prime resource for local recreational information for exploring the nearby national forests, wilderness areas and parks.

Located at 839 Paseo de Peralta in Santa Fe, 505-992-0418.

I love browsing the many maps of new mexico and other states and countries!  Had an coffee and bagel this morning!

Inside the Travel Bug in Santa Fe!

Encantado is not only a resort, it is an experience.  Coming from Santa Fe, the mountains and sunsets have always tugged at my heart strings and the drive out to Encantado brings me to that exact feeling!

Chef Charles Dale

And after my 15 minute drive from the gallery, pulling into the parking lot, I had to stop when I got out of the car because the resort is truly beautiful.  I recommend arriving before sunset and having a drink on their beautiful patio, then a casual stroll to Terra, an amazing restaurant with excellent service.  The atmosphere is high-end but the attitudes are high-quality.

Terra, Encantado’s signature restaurant features majestic views of the surrounding vistas, offering an inventive interpretation of American Cuisine with regional influences. Using organic ingredients, many sourced locally, it offers a dining experience in perfect harmony with the Encantado lifestyle.

You truly deserve a break and when you arrive in Santa Fe, make your way to Encantado, if for no other reason than to walk the grounds of the resort.  Truly experience a Santa Fe landscape and see why our artists live here and make Santa Fe their home.  Visit http://www.encantadoresort.com/ or call them at 505.946.5700.

Here is a list of amazing chocolatiers!

C.G. Higgins Confections – Featured on The Food Network, makers of fine quality Chocolate Truffles, Boutique Caramel Corns, Excellent Nut Brittles and Fine Chocolate Sipping Drinks.  Daily Happy Hour, 4pm – 6pm, featuring prices on our Expressions, Lattes and Sipping Chocolates.  Hours: Monday – Saturday, 9am – 6pm.  847 Ninita St. (at St. Francis Drive)  Three blocks north of Cerillos/St. Francis Intersection. 505-820-1315.  www.cghiggins.com

The Chocolate Smith – As seen on The Food Network!  They specialize in Fine Fresh Dark Chocolate handmade daily.  Stop in and visit their chocolate foundry and gift shop.  Toffe Almond Bark, Don Juan Pecans, Green Chili Pistachio Bark, Sea Salt Caramel, White Chocolate Lemon Lavendar Bark and Chile Chocolates and More.  Hours: Mon – Sat. 10am – 5:30pm. Sun. 12 – 5pm.  Just south of Whole Foods at 851-A Cerillos Road.  505-473-2111.  Shop their full online selection at www.chocolatesmith.com.

Kakawa Chocolate House – Authentic Meso-American and Historic Eurpoean Chocolate Drinks.  Intense Truffles, Tortes and Cakes.  All handmade with the finest chocolate, chiles and ingredients.  Sit and enjoy the Real Flavors of Real Chocolate!  Mon – Thurs. 10am to 6pm, Fri – Sat. 10am to 8pm, and Sun. 12 – 6pm.  505-982-0388.  www.kakawachocolates.com.  1050 Paseo de Peralta across from Gerald Peters Gallery.

Todos Santos Chocolates and Confections - Todos Santos carries housemade creations including truffles, toffee and gold or silver leaf covered chocolate milagros as well as eclectic confections from around the world. In the Sena Plaza Courtyard at 125 E. Palace #31 in Santa Fe.  505-982-3855.  Check out La Casa Sena wine shop and sit enjoy a nice dessert wine with gourmet chocolate!

For daily handmade chocolate in Santa Fe, including Green Chili Pistachio Bark, Rosemary & Marcona Almond Rounds, White Chocolate Lemon Lavendar Bark and Weather Proof Chocolate Pate… The Chocolate Smith is your place.  At the Chocolate Smith they specialize in gourmet dark chocolate handmade the old fashioned way for the tastes of today.  Our signature creations are uniquely packed with classic flavors & regional southwestern flair.  They begin with a bitter sweet blend of dark chocolate and add mostly organic and local ingredients.

Check out their Gourmet Wax Dipped Chocolate Pate which is suitable for travel anywhere in the world and make s a unique gift for any connoisseur.  You can visit their quaint chocolate boutique at 851A Cerillos Road in Santa Fe.  Call 505-473-2111 to place an order.  Visit www.chocolatesmith.com.

Owned & operated by chefs Robert & Marge Chickering, Galisteo Bistro features eclectic, innovative international cuisine known for its open kitchen, quality menu offerings, and attentive service in a casual, comfortable downtown setting. Specialties include Braised Lambshanks, Seafood Pasta Romesco, Chicken Braciole and Crabcakes ala Flamenca, along with an extensive list of tapas, cheese flights and salad courses. Daily specials include fresh fish & seafood, seasonal bistro entrees, and homemade desserts. Whenever possible, ingredients are fresh, local, seasonal and  organic.

Chef Robert learned his craft during extensive time spent in ethnic kitchens while performing as the Principal Bass for the Lyric Opera of Chicago, Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra and Santa Fe Opera, plus a season with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, eventually settling in Santa Fe as owner of Three Cities of Spain and El Gancho Inn & Tennis Club.  After leaving Santa Fe in 1980 to pursue business, arts management and bed & breakfast interests in Maine, he and Marge have returned in opening Galisteo Bistro.  Visit www.galisteobistro.com to see entire menu.  Galisteo Bistro is located on 227 Galisteo Street in Santa Fe.  Phone 505-982-3700 for reservations.