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🏆 Cantina Hospitality Takes Home Top Honors in Albuquerque The Magazine’s Best of the City Awards
We’re excited to share some amazing news — Cantina Hospitality has taken home multiple top honors in Albuquerque The Magazine’s Best of the City Awards, and we couldn’t be more grateful! These wins are all thanks to our incredible teams and the community that continues to support us. 💛 We are beyond proud to share some incredible news — Cantina Hospitality has been recognized with multiple top honors in Albuquerque The Magazine’s Best of the City Awards , and it’s all tha
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🎄 Cantina Hospitality Holiday Party 2025
Honoring the People Who Make It All Happen ❤️ Last night, we celebrated one of our favorite traditions—our Cantina Hospitality Holiday Party ! It was a beautiful evening spent with the people who truly hold our group together. 💛 The room was filled with great food, laughter, and warm conversations as team members from every Cantina concept came together— Poki Poki , Tamashi , Sushi King , Brekki Brekki , Thai Boran , Sweet Cup , and Pazzi Ristorante Italiano . 🍣🍜🍳🍨🔥🇮🇹
Dec 41 min read


🎅✨ Santa Is Coming to Brekki Brekki! ✨🎅
December 13th & 14th | 11 AM – 2 PM Santa is making a special stop at Brekki Brekki for a weekend of festive brunch, cozy vibes, and plenty of holiday magic! Bring the kids, your friends, or your whole holiday crew—this is the perfect way to celebrate the season. 📅 When & Where to Find Santa 🎅 Saturday, December 13th — 11 AM to 2 PM 📍 NE Heights 8338 Comanche Rd NE, Suite H, Albuquerque, NM 87110 🎅 Sunday, December 14th — 11 AM to 2 PM 📍 Rio Rancho 3755 Southern Blvd SE,
Nov 201 min read


Thanksgiving Pie Pre-Orders in Albuquerque 🥧
The holidays are around the corner — and nothing completes a Thanksgiving table like a homemade pie… especially when it’s crafted with love (and lots of butter 😉) by Sweet Cup. We’re bringing back our Whole Specialty Holiday Pies , baked to perfection and ready to impress at your holiday gatherings — all made by our talented pastry chef, Stephanie! Whether you’re hosting the feast or bringing dessert to the party, we’ve got the perfect pie to make your celebration extra swee
Nov 32 min read


Cantina Hospitality Group Introduces Pazzi Ristorante Italiano to Albuquerque
Cantina Hospitality Group, the team behind beloved New Mexico restaurants like Brekki Brekki, Poki Poki Cevicheria, Tamashi, Thai Boran, and Sushi King, has announced its latest concept: Pazzi Ristorante Italiano — set to open mid-January in the former home of Farina Alto. A Modern Take on Italian Classics Meaning “crazy” in Italian, Pazzi embodies the group’s philosophy: crazy good food, crazy good service, and a crazy good experience. Guests can expect an elevated yet
Oct 242 min read


🍰 Meet Pastry Chef Stephanie
Bringing Sweet Creativity to Cantina Hospitality Group We’re thrilled to welcome Stephanie Vigil , our new Pastry Chef at Cantina...
Oct 101 min read


The Brekki Cup: A Swingin’ Success for a Great Cause 🏌️♀️☀️
If there’s one thing we love at Brekki Brekki , it’s good food, good people, and a good reason to celebrate — and the Brekki Cup Golf...
Oct 102 min read


🍣 A New Era at Tamashi West: Welcoming Chef Bou
There’s something exciting happening on Albuquerque’s Westside — Tamashi West is entering a new era under the leadership of Chef Bou ,...
Oct 92 min read


Balloon Fiesta Dining Guide — Cantina Hospitality Restaurants in Albuquerque
Welcome to Albuquerque’s International Balloon Fiesta — the world’s largest hot air balloon festival! Whether you’re watching early morning balloon launches, exploring the Balloon Fiesta Park, or enjoying evening glows, you’ll need the best places to eat nearby.
Sep 234 min read


🍣 All You Can Eat Sushi at Sushi King – Albuquerque’s Ultimate Dining Experience
If you’ve ever dreamed of enjoying endless sushi rolls, steaming bowls of ramen, and sizzling appetizers – all for one price – Sushi King...
Sep 192 min read


🍂 Pumpkin Spice and Everything Boozy 🍂
The air is crisp, the leaves are turning, and Brekki Brekki is rolling out a brand-new lineup of cozy, creative drinks to warm your soul...
Sep 192 min read


🎉 Brekki Brekki Turns ONE! 🎂 Let’s Celebrate 🎉
🎉 Brekki Brekki Turns ONE! 🎂 Let’s Celebrate 🎉 It’s hard to believe it’s already been a whole year since we first opened our doors in...
Sep 42 min read


🐾 Find Love on the Patio: Adoption Day at Brekki Brekki! 🐾
Sunday, August 10th • 10 AM – 1 PM • NE Heights Patio Brunch. Puppies. Live music. The vibes are immaculate . Join us at Brekki Brekki...
Jul 292 min read


🍽️📚 Brekki Brekki’s Back-to-School Drive is Here! ✏️🎒🧇
At Brekki Brekki, we believe that breakfast is the most important meal of the day—and that every student deserves a great start to the...
Jun 301 min read


🏆 Vote for Your Local Favorites in the 2025 BOLOE Awards!
KRQE’s NM Living Best of the Land of Enchantment Awards (BOLOE) are back—and it’s time to show some love to your favorite local spots!...
Jun 161 min read


🍹 Sip into Summer: Four Must-Try Cocktails at Poki Poki 🌴
Cool down and escape to paradise with our new summer cocktails! Each drink is a refreshing mini-vacation crafted just for you. 🍑 Peach...
Jun 61 min read


Celebrate Father’s Day with Big Poppa Energy at Brekki 🍔🍺
This Father’s Day, we’re serving up some serious dad vibes at Brekki with two things every dad will love: an epic burger and a cold beer....
Jun 61 min read


Shakin’ Things Up: Sean Wins Big at 505 Food Fights for a Powerful Cause! 🍹💥
Let’s give a huge round of applause to Sean, the incredibly talented bartender from Brekki Brekki Rio Rancho, who took home a win at this...
May 212 min read


Cantina Craftworks: Bold Brews. Distinct Designs. Local Vibe.
Nestled inside Brekki Brekki in Albuquerque’s scenic Northeast Heights, Cantina Craftworks is the city’s newest brewery on the...
May 82 min read


🌸 Mother’s Day Weekend at Brekki Brekki 🌸
Brunch, Bubbles & All the Love – May 9–11 Mother’s Day is almost here, and there’s no better way to say “thank you” than with a delicious...
May 81 min read
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