Adam Duarte of Al’s Upholstery standing in front of his business

Reupholstering a Neighborhood: An Interview with Adam Duarte of Al’s Upholstery

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Reupholstering a Neighborhood: An Interview with Adam Duarte of Al’s Upholstery Written By Josh Stuyvesant A new pair of shoes, a haircut, a newly reupholstered driver’s seat—these are some of the makings of that refreshing, clean slate state of mind. The feeling of beginning anew is a powerful product, especially when it leaves clients more likely to, say, get that …

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The Refreshing Qualities of the Brothers Alvarez

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The Refreshing Qualities of the Brothers Alvarez Written By Josh Stuyvesant Pop Fizz is one of the most colorful paleterías to ever grace Albuquerque’s scene. Lorenzo and Carlos Alvarez started the business in 2013, opening up shop on the threshold of the South Valley. Carlos always wanted to own a business. He’d gone to school for it, but prior to …

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Behind the Scenes, Ahead of the Times: Arellana Cordero of Cocina Azul

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Behind the Scenes, Ahead of the Times: Arellana Cordero of Cocina Azul Written By Josh Stuyvesant She’s camera shy. That’s about as shy as Arellana Cordero gets. Though her father, Frank Barela, started Cocina Azul in 2009, Arellana has boldly made it what it is today. Her strengths? Day- to-day operations, marketing, organizing, policies and procedures. She emits audacity and …