New Mexico
Hidden gem in Cloudcroft, New Mexico has best BBQ in US
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A Cloudcroft barbecue spot has gained national recognition for its slow-cooked, savory meats and generous sides.
Mad Jack’s Mountaintop Barbecue landed at No. 7 on Yelp’s latest list of the Top 100 BBQ restaurants and was the only New Mexico spot to make the list. To compile the list, Yelp identified businesses in the barbecue category, then ranked those spots based on the volume and ratings of reviews from the Yelp Elite Squad — which comprises adventurous locals.
“High up in Cloudcroft, Mad Jack’s Mountaintop Barbecue brings Texas pitmaster tradition to 9,000 feet, serving up slow-smoked meats, hearty sides, and homemade desserts,” Yelp Elite Squad writes. “With picnic favorites like loaded potatoes, roasted corn, and hand-cut brisket sandwiches, this laid-back spot turns every meal into a mountain getaway worth savoring.”
It’s no surprise that Mad Jack’s Mountaintop Barbecue ranked high on the list, since James Jackson, a native of Lockhart, Texas, founded the restaurant. Lockhart is known as the “Barbecue Capital of Texas,” a title it received from the House of Representatives of the 76th Texas Legislature in 1999.
Jackson’s family bought a vacation home in Cloudcroft, and Mad Jack’s came to be.The line can stretch up to two hours, and people from all over the world, including plenty of Texans, come to taste what Mad Jack’s has to offer, according to its website.
If you can’t make the trip out to Cloudcroft, you can still get a taste of Mad Jack’s by ordering its rubs and sauces online.
Natassia Paloma may be reached at npaloma@gannett.com, @NatassiaPaloma on X, natassia_paloma on Instagram, and Natassia Paloma on Facebook.
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – A memorial was held Monday night for Dante Conley, who was murdered on Saturday at his home on the 1100 block of Arizona Street.
Conley was 34 years old, and people at the vigil remembered him as taken too soon.
“He always had this big smile on his face, he was always a very positive and creative force in our community. He’s definitely going to be missed a lot,” said Joel Brandon, one of Conley’s friends.
Albuquerque police arrested Collin Terrazas and accused him of the murder after a SWAT standoff at Journal Center on Sunday.
Police said Terrazas tried to set Conley’s house on fire.
Police said Terrazas went to a local smoke shop after the killing covered in blood and said he killed someone. Detectives used video surveillance to track him.
Terrazas is expected to face a judge Tuesday.
RIO RANCHO, N.M. – St. Felix Pantry has launched a $40 raffle for a $25,000 AC unit with installation as it works to support the food needs of more than 600 guests a week.
During the holidays, food pantries often see strong donations, but St. Felix Pantry leaders said this time of year brings a greater need for food and money.
The pantry in Rio Rancho has teamed up with Affordable Service for the raffle. People can buy a ticket for $40 for a chance to win the air conditioning unit, and the prize includes installation.
State law does not allow online ticket sales for the raffle, so people must go to the pantry or Affordable Service to buy a ticket.
The drawing is set for Aug. 22 at the Rio Rancho Events Center.
The pantry has no income restriction, and people can pick up food once a week with a New Mexico ID.
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