Join the locals in shopping for exotic foodstuffs in an enormous store located in the most culturally diverse part of town. Talin Market caters especially to the neighborhood's Asian communities–try Indonesian noodles, Chinese herbs, Indian masalas or Thai kaffir lime leaves–but also stocks ample treats from all corners of Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean. Interested in broadening your culinary experiences but unsure how to combine the unfamiliar ingredients? Talin offers a wide variety of cooking classes to solve precisely that dilemma. Or simply visit their website for recipes. While you're there, you can place an order for anything except fresh produce and get it delivered to your doorstep back home. - Pip Lustgarten
This name is well known in Albuquerque for fine jewelry, diamonds and honest appraisals. Ernest Bernard Butterfield, Jr, known as Bernie, along with his wife and children, carry on the traditions of this family-owned, 70-year-old business. They are especially proud of the loose diamonds they carry, which are hand chosen directly from the cutters. You can browse for hours looking at the fine jewelry, watches and natural and cultured pearls. On hand you will find three bench jewelers who will custom design any piece of jewelry you can imagine. Also on site at Butterfield Jewelers are three watch repairmen.
Located in the vibrant neighborhood of Business Parkway, Sport Systems is a haven for sport and adventure lovers. The store is well stocked with top quality equipment from leading brands. Be it cycling, hiking, snowboarding, swimming or running- you will find all your necessities fulfilled here. They also have sporting apparel apart from the accessories and equipment. They also provide services and repairs. Periodic sales and friendly, knowledgeable staff makes your shopping experience here quite delightful.
Give yourself the better portion of a day to visit Cottonwood Mall, New Mexico's largest indoor shopping mall. With as many as three shopping levels, this mall harbors just about everything you need. Anchored on one end by J.C. Penny's and on the other by multi-screen Starport theater, it will take some time to see it all. Strategically positioned in the center of it all is a huge, upstairs food court that looks up at an upside-down landscape and skyscapers of Albuquerque.
Treasure House Books & Gifts is a charming shop known for its impressive selection of books about New Mexico or by local writers. From regional cookbooks to mystery novels set in Albuquerque to local history books, this bookstore has it all. The collection also contains general books, such as dramas and children's books. There is also an impressive collection of CDs, music, and local souvenirs. Treasure House Books & Gifts even holds events, such as author readings.
Keller's Farm Stores is a speciality grocery store that has been in business since 1946 and enjoys a strong customer following. Shoppers have come to expect the finest products available in the grocery business at this market. Gourmet foods and a full selection of health food without preservatives or additives are offered. A deli featuring great salads, soups and sandwiches made with fresh cold cuts and fresh ground sausage keep the regulars coming back!