Cocina Connection - Albuquerque Journal

Cocina Connection - Albuquerque Journal

Chef John B. Chacon pulls from his ranch and garden upbringing to deliver innovative cuisine

John B. Chacon brings his deliciously handcrafted burgers and other innovative cuisine such as the New Mexico Tortilla Burger and Sopaipilla Style Pizza

Published: Wednesday, January 18th, 2023 at 12:02AM
Updated: Thursday, January 19th, 2023 at 12:02AM

Ten 3 Chef J. Martin Torrez strives to deliver dishes to match the spectacular views from atop the Sandias

As the executive chef at Ten 3, atop the Sandia Mountains, the 36-year-old is a driving force in bringing an elevated dining experience for gues

Published: Wednesday, December 21st, 2022 at 12:30PM
Updated: Thursday, December 22nd, 2022 at 12:02AM

Chef Randy Tapia uses his culinary skills to deliver dishes to Santa Fe and give back to the community

Today, the Santa Fe native's life has just gotten busier as he's expanded his food truck – Poki Tako – into a brick-and-mortar

Published: Tuesday, November 22nd, 2022 at 6:35PM
Updated: Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022 at 12:02AM

An affair with local fare

Editor's note: Cocina Connection is a once-a-month feature that takes a behind-the-scenes look at a ...

Published: Wednesday, October 12th, 2022 at 12:02AM
Updated: Thursday, October 13th, 2022 at 12:02AM

Chef Andy Barnes uses his love and excitement for cooking to nurture his culinary journey

Andy Barnes' love affair with the culinary world has been decades in the making. He can't quite pinpoint the moment when he fell in love. It could have been when...

Published: Wednesday, September 14th, 2022 at 12:02AM
Updated: Thursday, September 15th, 2022 at 12:02AM

Chef Davida Becenti cooks up community, life lessons through food

It's Monday, which means chef Davida Becenti is working. Though the Indian Pueblo Kitchen, located inside the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, is closed for the day, Becenti still has make...

Published: Wednesday, August 10th, 2022 at 8:32PM
Updated: Thursday, September 8th, 2022 at 8:48PM

Jim Griego is creating dishes that are out of the park

After a mid-life pivot to the culinary arts, Jim Griego got called up to the big leagues

Published: Tuesday, July 12th, 2022 at 7:42PM
Updated: Wednesday, July 13th, 2022 at 8:42AM

High Point Grill Chef Mike White creates innovative dishes, gives back to the community

Mike White is the mastermind behind High Point Grill & Taproom, 9780 Coors Blvd. NW, Suite A, and The Point at the Promenade, 5200 Eubank NE.

Published: Wednesday, June 15th, 2022 at 12:02AM
Updated: Thursday, June 16th, 2022 at 12:02AM

Chef Jose Fernandez looks to local flavors to help build his culinary creations

As the culinary mastermind behind Terra, the fine-dining restaurant located at the Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe, there are always daily challenges.

Published: Wednesday, May 11th, 2022 at 12:02AM
Updated: Wednesday, May 11th, 2022 at 1:15AM

SF chef continues to seek challenges

Chilled Spring Pea Soup (Garnished with Shaved Radish and Mint) ...

Published: Wednesday, April 13th, 2022 at 12:02AM
Updated: Thursday, April 14th, 2022 at 12:02AM

Chef John B. Chacon pulls from his ranch and garden upbringing to deliver innovative cuisine

John B. Chacon brings his deliciously handcrafted burgers and other innovative cuisine such as the…

January 18, 2023 5:02PM

Mesa Provisions has vaulted into the ranks of best restaurants in the city

Mesa Provisions, set on the south side of Central Avenue, is helmed by Steve Riley,…

February 1, 2023 5:15PM

Unparalleled level of creativity, quality make Sazón a singular dining experience

Sazón chef Fernando Olea was named the James Beard Award's 'Best Chef of the Southwest'…

January 25, 2023 10:15AM

New owners maintaining the legacy, quality of Joe's Pasta House

The best dish we had was the Manicotti Bolognese ($13), pasta tubes stuffed with ricotta…

January 18, 2023 10:15AM

New bar Z Lounge delivers cocktails, 'at home vibe'

Z Lounge inside Hotel Zazz, 3711 Central Ave. NE, has a 'come as you are'…

February 1, 2023 5:15PM

Turtle Mountain North celebrates first year with gala event

Turtle Mountain North First Anniversary Feast features a six course pairing menu.

January 25, 2023 10:15AM

Turquoise Trail Brewing moving operations to Moriarty

Turquoise Trail Brewing will be moving into a space in Moriarty that once housed a…

January 18, 2023 10:15AM