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The patience of the ingredients

September arrives with a wind of change. There comes a day in September when you step outside and feel it. A breeze moves through, but it is not the same breeze of summer. It is cooler, a little crisper, carrying that refreshing scent that...

Finding the homecooked taste of Las Cruces

Tamales with Maria Elena Salinas.

Maria Elena Salinas learned to make tamales before anyone thought to write down the recipe. She learned by pulling up a chair beside her mother, Lorenza Ferrales, in the family kitchen in Las Cruces. She and her brother would argue over who got...

August's grand finale

There is something quietly beautiful about August. It is summer's grand finale. For months, the fields have stretched toward the sun. Corn has grown tall and sweet. Wheat has turned from green to gold. Barley has completed its journey. Nature now...

Make summer hosting easier

An outdoor patio, that is suited for a backyard barbecue, a neighborhood cookout, or even an afternoon by the cold pool.

Summer gatherings don’t have to come with elaborate menus or hours spent in the kitchen.  Whether it’s a backyard barbecue, a neighborhood cookout or an afternoon by the pool, a little planning can make hosting easier while leaving more time...

Chef's Corner

America's birthday

There is something special about the Fourth of July. Maybe it's the freedom we celebrate. Maybe it's the memories. Or maybe it's the simple traditions that return every year like old friends. As the summer sun stretches across the afternoon sky,...

A night for all tastes

The Las Cruces party on June 10 was at the Las Cruces Convention Center, where the supporters of Casa de Peregrinos joined its devoted team to support those in our community who have hit a rough patch. The work Casa de Peregrinos does to lift...

Volunteers load a car at a Casa de Peregrinos  pop-up pantry.
Because I have been given much
Most visitors to Casa de Peregrinos will never meet Nancy Ryan. They see volunteers loading food into carts and carrying boxes to waiting vehicles, staff members helping families navigate difficult circumstances and shelves stocked with groceries...
From Taste of Las Cruces 2025.
Long after the last bite
For most of the year, hunger is invisible. The families who visit Casa de Peregrinos don't arrive carrying signs announcing their struggles. They are grandparents raising grandchildren, parents working multiple jobs, seniors stretching fixed...
New Mexico State University graduate students Olatunde Ojo, Nana Nkansah, and Muhammad Azeem-ur-Rehman Alvi make ice cream at the food science dairy lab on campus.
NMSU lab helps sweeten the deal for major ice cream producers
Ice cream is a summertime staple and a favorite dessert among Americans, with innovative flavors and recipes being consistently introduced into the marketplace. But you might not realize that some of the big secrets to producing a high-quality ice...
My mother’s hands
Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers. To the ones who bring life into this world and from that moment on give a love that asks for nothing but gives everything. A quiet strength. A constant presence. A love that never ends. Happy Mother’s...
The shift
March is the month where nothing fully leaves, but everything begins to change. The cold does not disappear, but it softens. Doors open again. Windows crack just enough to let fresh air slip inside. You can feel the kitchen wake up. New aromas...
Executive Chef Armando Murillo.
A table for two
February arrives with hearts in every window, reservations booked weeks in advance, and dining rooms filled shoulder to shoulder with couples trying to celebrate love on a schedule. Valentine’s Day has a way of turning something deeply personal...
Chef Armando Murillo, Executive Chef at Las Cruces Convention Center
The pause after the season
The holiday season arrives every year with a familiar rhythm. It begins quietly enough, then builds. Plans stack on plans. Calendars fill. Grocery lists grow longer. Kitchens warm. Tables expand to make room for one more chair. We rush toward...
Home, Christmas, and a warm oven
Some of my earliest memories are from the little kitchen where I grew up. Not the presents under the tree, not the decorations, but the smell of something warm baking in the oven. Every December, when Christmas approached and the weather turned...
Executive Chef Armando Murillo.
Chef sees food as his love language
Armando Murillo has always expressed himself through food. Beginning as a boy in his home in Southern California, the executive chef at the Las Cruces Convention Center was pulled into the joy that comes from creating delicious cuisine.
The Empty Bowls are waiting to be filled.
Filling the Empty Bowls
The goal for this year’s 33rd annual Empty Bowls fundraiser, which benefits El Caldito, is $45,000.
The entrance to La Posta de Mesilla is seen on Jan. 16.
America’s Best Restaurants to feature La Posta
La Posta de Mesilla is approaching its 85 th anniversary of operations, with plans underway to celebrate the occasion in September; but first, the restaurant is to be featured on an episode of the …

3 reasons artichokes should be the star of your next meal

(BPT) - Are you trying to add more whole foods and vegetables to your diet? Consider an often overlooked option: fresh artichokes. This Mediterranean diet staple is a delicious and nutritious option …
What are the best fruits and vegetables to try on the grill this fall?
Wildfire Outdoor Living reports that fall is ideal for grilling seasonal produce like apples, squash, and Brussels sprouts, showcasing delicious autumn flavors.
Sweet, spicy, and a little spooky: Halloween shopping trends projected from DoorDash data
DoorDash reports Halloween candy trends for 2026, revealing Reese's remains top, Haribo ascends, and old-school candies are back. 
Top local coffee shops for National Coffee Day, according to DoorDash data
DoorDash reports on top local coffee shops for National Coffee Day Sept. 29, featuring small cafes with high ratings from 2025-2026.
Bouillon vs. broth vs. stock: What are the key differences?
Knorr reports that stock, broth, and bouillon differ in preparation and concentration. 
Survey: Are guests losing patience with restaurant price increases?
Toast reports that rising restaurant prices have led to increased guest skepticism, with only 18% in 2026 finding price hikes justified, down from 41% in 2024.
4 grilling recipes for a memorable Labor Day barbecue
Wildfire Outdoor Living reports four grilling recipes for a memorable Labor Day barbecue, featuring blackened tri-tip, lemon herb chicken skewers, grilled potatoes, and corn salad.

Enjoy Tangy, Spicy Buffalo Chicken with a Superfood Swap

(Feature Impact) When you're craving a specific comfort food, other flavors just aren't going to hit the spot the same way.

5 Easy Sheet Pan Meals with a Grape Upgrade

(Feature Impact) Sheet pan cooking makes weeknight meals wonderfully easy - and fresh grapes give them an unexpected upgrade. From satisfying dinners and sides to a crowd-pleasing dessert, these recipes bring something unexpected to the sheet pan without adding extra fuss.

5 Habits to Boost Immunity During Cold and Flu Season

(Feature Impact) Your immune system is your strongest ally during cold and flu season, working hard to keep you healthy as you start hearing those telltale coughs and sneezes all around. Help your body do its job well by adopting a few simple habits and recipes like California Grape Wellness Juice that naturally support its ability to fight off germs or recover faster.

Recipes, Entertaining Ideas, and More

Fiber is Trending: Sorghum Makes it Simple

(Feature Impact) One whole grain quietly gaining recognition for its impressive nutritional profile and versatility in the kitchen is sorghum. This Sorghum Fall Harvest Salad makes it easy to add more fiber to your plate, pairing whole-grain sorghum with seasonal produce like kale, butternut squash and apples.

Beef for Breakfast: 3 Savory Recipes for Protein-Packed Mornings

(Feature Impact) People often think of beef as a dinner staple, but it deserves a spot at the breakfast table, too. Endlessly versatile and packed with protein, beef can turn everything from breakfast burritos to sandwiches into hearty, satisfying fuel for the day.
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