*****SCAM ALERT*****…read more Don't fall for the lies/misleading information from Valdez Northern New Mexico Hunting Adventures in Mora, New Mexico. I learned a very expensive lesson in regards to guides this week. I went hunting in Mora New Mexico with Valdez Northern New Mexico Hunting Adventures. The fully guided hunt cost $5750 which included tags for a bull elk, mule deer buck and cow elk. Plus the money for paying the state of New Mexico for licenses and travel expenses/gear. I spoke with him on the phone multiple times regarding the trip and got a good feeling. Boy was I wrong. He said all the right things we only shoot bulls over 300 inches. Sent pictures of previous bulls taken. He also said because I was a disabled veteran that he would throw in the buck tag for free as well as discount the cow tag for my fiancé. WORST HUNTING EXPERIENCE OF MY LIFE. I basically paid for an overpriced guided hiking trip with nice scenery. We only hunted about 4 hours a day. He told us that he had access to dozens and dozens of ranches. We hunted 2 properties the whole time. He kept saying it was too cold to go and hunt. I told him we were prepared for cold and wanted to go and sit. He also said he was not a licensed outfitter in the state of New Mexico due to having to pay a portion of all his hunts to the state. When confronted about the issues with the hunt he basically said you can leave if you don't like it. This list could go on and on about the issues. Do a simple background check on this guy and you'll see his history. Also a simple google search will prove that a lot of others have had the same issue. *****UPDATE****** This guy is going to say whatever makes him sound the best. So my recommendation to anyone considering him is to pay $6 for a background check and look at the amount of times he's been arrested and faced felony charges to include assault, theft, child endangerment and the list goes on and on. That right there says a lot about someone character. Don't believe me do a google image search for his name and mugshot and a lot will come up. I have nothing to gain by anyone finding out the hard way that this guy is a crook and will lie about everything.

From the owner: Our services provide hunting NM big game on private ranches in Northern NM. We operate on our…read moreprivate ranch or as authorized agents on other private ranches in Mora, New Mexico. We are a fair chase, low fence operation. We strive to make every hunt successful.

We had our wedding at the Leaping Deer Ranch in September. It was so lovely to be surrounded by the…read moresweeping hills and dramatic skies around Sapello. The wildflowers around the ranch were in bloom and it was a beautiful place to have our friends and family gather. We were able to have some of our closer friends stay at the venue with us for a few days before the ceremony and it was so nice to relax, hot tub, and enjoy all the different amenities. Would be great for reunions, retreats, or smaller DIY weddings.

From the owner: Weddings, retreats, and reunions in our gorgeous event hall. We specialize in affordable DIY…read moredestination weddings. We have three ceremony locations to choose from. Leaping Deer Ranch has the largest labyrinth in New Mexico. We have a private chef on staff. There is so much more that we can't wait to tell you about.

Our family had a wonderful time riding horses through the beautiful pinion trees. Despite the…read moresnow, the trail ride was gorgeous with views of the gorge and the mountains. Although we were both beginners, my 8 year old daughter and I learned how to steer our horses without difficulty. Their horses are well trained. We also saw their 2 week old baby buffalo on the ranch.

Just a lovely afternoon ride on a family run operation. Beautiful country gradually changing from…read moresage to pinion and juniper forest. Our teenage girls thoroughly loved it.

Spent two nights in Santa Fe and ate here both nights. On the first night we split a half rack rib…read moredinner, adding an extra side and two extra ribs. The ribs were perfect, tender with a little cheese. Just wished we ordered an extra muffin because they're cheap and delicious. Second night I had a salad with salmon. Loved that they asked how I wanted the salmon cooked. It was prepared perfectly. Our server, Marissa, was amazing, frequently checking in on us, and even arranging a free dessert. If I lived in Santa Fe I'd need to buy a new wardrobe. The vibe was bustling, I liked that the booth tables were slightly elevated; solid bbq joint atmosphere.

We were heading home from a camping trip and looking for something in Cerrillos. This one was the…read morechoice. Unfortunately we didn't realize it was a BBQ place until inside. I'm good with it, but not my hubby. He ended up getting a burger which he said was ok. I got the half chicken with white BBQ sauce. Mine was great. Chicken well done, sides were excellent (I chose the BBQ beans and potato salad). The green chile cheese muffin was good, too. All in all it was a good meal and the price was good too. Our dinner was under $40! Actually closer to $30!

Let me just start by saying that 5 stars are not nearly enough! My mom wanted to celebrate her…read morebirthday in Taos with her closest friends and my sister and I wanted to throw her a special dinner to celebrate. We came across Chef Kualani's page and I am endlessly grateful that we did because the entire process could not have been more perfect. From the very beginning, Kualani was incredibly warm, communicative, and endlessly accommodating. She was open to any requests we had but also came up with the most unbelievable seasonal menu for the dinner (because I had no idea where to start). Dealing with her was a pleasure each and every time and she helped me go through all the details so that nothing was forgotten. And the dinner.... THE DINNER. The food was absolutely incredible. I'm still thinking about her spring pea soup with truffle oil. Every course was fantastic. But Kualani is not just a chef, she is a true hostess. She and her partner Richard came into our AirBnb and handled literally EVERYTHING. She brought beautiful plates and flatware so we didn't have to rely on the AirBnb's stash. She decorated the table. She even made my niece a grilled cheese sandwich while she was prepping. And then, at the end of one of the best meals of my life, they cleaned everything up and left the kitchen better than they found it. Having worked in restaurants and catering for many years, I know first-hand that chefs are not always hospitable. It is a completely different skill set and it's the reason restaurants need a front-of-house staff. But Kualani is the rare exception that is truly capable of curating a perfect evening. She has the most amazing energy and could not have been happier with our entire experience. The dinner absolutely made my mother's birthday and I cannot recommend her highly enough.

From the owner: What We Offer The…read moreCharro— 18-Hr Wood-Smoked Beef Brisket · Mixla Tortillas (2/pp) · Vaqueros Pinto Beans · Arroz Mexicano · Jicama & Mint Slaw · Salsa de Piña Habanero The Asado — Argentinian grills · Wood-Smoked Beef Brisket · Mole Beans · Cilantro Lime Rice · Mixla Tortillas · Ensalada de Nochebuena · Salsa Ají Verde The Taqueria — Live-Fire cast-iron flat-top grills · East LA Crispy Birria · Mole Beans · Jicama & Mint Slaw · Salsa de Guajillo The Plated — Cali wine country Full service · 4 courses · Fine dining · 51–150 guests Cuisines
Mexican • New Mexican • Argentine • Oaxacan • East LA • California Wine Country Dietary
Vegan · Vegetarian · Gluten-Free · Dairy-Free · Nut-Free on request Service Area
Taos · Angel Fire · Arroyo Seco · Abiquiú · Santa Fe · Albuquerque · Ribera What’s Included in Price
Chefs · Food · Travel · Gratuity · Tax · Bioware · Composting · Setup Additional Sides & Add-Ons
A complete list of sides, add-ons, and substitutions allows our clients to curate the perfect menu and service to match their price point. Service Style (choose your level of service)
Buffet · Family Style · Plated · Drop-Off · Captains · Servers · Soft Bar · Appetizer Station · Dessert Station Text us now: 808-446-4983 (no forms)

***An immensely fun, therapeutic or meditative outing** I highly recommend this experience and a…read morevisit to Que Sera's on-site boutique*** ***THINGS TO KNOW*** Que Sera is only opened on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 11am to 3pm (Our group of 4 was there on Saturday) I was smiling like a little kid during the 1hr visit. Just 20 minutes from the Santa Fe Plaza, Que Sera Alpacas Ranch is a fun/relaxing/educational stop during your Santa Fe or New Mexico adventure This working alpaca ranch is beautifully unique. Please don't forget to capture the magic of your exciting alpaca visit with plenty of photos. Then, put the camera down and enjoy the unforgettable moment. I would definitely visit again!

A real treasure to be sure. A wonderful tour and visit; we made new friends for life. Well worth…read morethe effort to visit, do call ahead to visit.

I made reservations with the owner over a month ago and when we showed up they said they couldn't…read morelocate my reservation nor did they do anything to try to make it right.

What a great experience! This was my daughter's first time horseback riding and the guides…read moreimmediately made her feel comfortable and confident. They were all very attentive and patient. Definitely worth the price! Side note: Make sure to read the directions on the website or you most likely will pass right by this place :)

I took a private ride with Morgan and wow it was fantastic!! I was visiting from California with…read morethe intent to ride throughout the state and this was definitely one of the best trail rides I've been on!!! I will definitely be back!

Exceptional riding horses, well trained and cared for. I had an excellent ride in the Bosque today…read more Carlos was so kind and helpful. I would highly recommend Running Horse Ranch & Carlos. Excellent value for the quality of his horses and service.

Ghost Ranch is very cool. It's not just about Georgia O'Keefe, the history of the area is very…read moreinteresting. There are some good hikes and two wonderful museums. We plan to return and stay in the campground soon.

TERRIBLE accommodations. We walked in our room and right back out…read more The staff have no idea what is going on, none of the messaging is aligned and there was no manager onsite. The guests in front of us waiting to cancel our reservation, were also upset with their room. There were also guests behind us in line to complain about their room. I was shocked at how popular Ghost Ranch is and the ZERO attention to any sort of normalcy, let alone detail. Unbelievable conditions. Try Albique Inn instead. It was charming and we enjoyed an amazing lunch and walk around the grounds.