Friday, May 7, 2010

Places to take your Mom on Mother's day!



**Double Eagle- Treat your mother to "Grand Buffet," especially tailored for mothers with an assortment fresh fruit and seafood platters. Entrées such as pork roast braised with marjoram, chicken picatta and fettuccine alfredo with shrimp, crab and scallops are on the menu. Made-to-order omelettes will also be served along with Belgian waffles and various fruit toppings.

Hours: 10:30 a.m., 12:30 and 2:30 p.m.

Where: 2355 Calle De Guadalupe

Expect to spend: $35.95 for adults; $15.95 for children between the ages of 6 to 12

Reservations: Required

Info: (575) 523-6700

**La Posta- For the traditional mother, who enjoys New Mexican cuisine, La Posta offers the most comprehensive menu of regional favorites like cheese enchiladas, fajitas and tostadas compuestas. Nothing pairs better with any these entrées than El Classico, La Posta's signature margarita.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Where: 2410 Calle de San Albino

Expect to spend: $3.95 to $7.50 for appetizers and salads; $8.25 to $9.25 for enchilada plates; $12.50 to $14.25 for house specialties; $4.50 to $9.25 for combination plates

Reservations: None taken

Info: (575) 524-3524; laposta-de-mesilla.com

**St. Clair Bistro- For the mother who enjoys the occasional glass of merlot or riesling, try dinner at St. Clair Bistro, where a special Mother's Day menu (American nosh, baked feta marinara, Southwestern caesar salad, pomegranate-mango-chipotle chicken, halibut, and prime rib and dessert) will be featured. While you're there, you can supplement your dinner present with gifts from the adjoining gift store, Lu Lu, or just stock up on the plethora of regional wine. Also try pouring some port wine over your cheesecake — it's delicious.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Where: 1800 Avenida De Mesilla

Expect to spend: Varies according to entrée

Reservations: Recommended

Info: (575) 524-0390

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