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BEST LOCAL ROCK SHOP Taos Gems & Minerals 637 PASEO DEL PUEBLO SUR,TAOS 575-758-3910 FIND ON FACEBOOK
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to stand inside of a rainbow? Visit Taos Gems & Minerals, Taos’s oldest rock shop, where the crystals are arranged by color, creating a spectrum of high-vibing beauty. Whether you need some amethyst to heighten your intuition or some lapis lazuli to improve communication, Taos Gems has a wide variety of sizes — hand-palm size to hip-tall towers — and prices. Custom and handmade jewelry, lamps, figurines and other trinkets offer a wide variety to choose from. Customers rave about the knowledgeable staff, the peaceful energy of the space, and the stunning displays that feel more like an art gallery than a store. It’s a must-stop for collectors and curious visitors alike.
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815 PASEO DEL PUEBLO SUR,TAOS 575-758-5885 TAOSLIFESTYLE.COM “More than just a good lay,” as one of Mattress Mary’s billboards announces, the entrepreneur’s Taos Lifestyle offers mattresses, yes, and also furniture, storage and decor for all one’s home’s needs. Come for the sofas, bookcases, end tables, lighting options, bedding decor — most with their Southwestern-style flare — and more (funky art and even puzzles!), and stay for the country-folk concerts Mary hosts in the “Living Room” music venue. Free design services and free local delivery make purchase and installation easy as can be.
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229-A CAMINO DE LA PLACITA,TAOS 575-758-2326 TAOSROCKERS.COM
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Reneux Consignment Boutique 126A WEST PLAZA,TAOS 575-758-4460 FIND ON FACEBOOK
815 PASEO DEL PUEBLO SUR,TAOS 575-758-5885 TAOSLIFESTYLE.COM
Is your current sleeping situation a pain in your back? It might be time for a new mattress. Mattress Mary’s Taos Lifestyle has a varied rotating selection of mattresses to choose from, whether you’re looking for something firm or queen-sized. Come in to test out the Double-M, Williams & Co., and Kingsdown brands and land on the bed of your dreams. Best yet, they’ll remove your old mattress at no added cost.
623 PASEO DEL PUEBLO NORTE,TAOS 575-758-7445 THECELLARTAOS.COM What we love about this family-owned shop is that it’s both down-home and upscale. Down-home: They center local and regional spirits, like Red River Distillery’s Rio Grande Sotol (a distilled agave) and Raton’s Blü Dragonfly’s lagers and pilsners. Upscale: With their Level 3 Sommelier’s keen eye, unique wines come from all over the world, including France and South Africa and Switzerland. The Cellar has really honed their taste for microbrews, organic wines, non-alcoholic drinks and other rarities. You can feel the care in the hand-chosen selections. These drink experts will look out for your special dietary needs and can also help with large orders for special events.
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926 PASEO DEL PUEBLO SUR,TAOS 575-758-1136 WALMART.COM
1574 PASEO DEL PUEBLO SUR,TAOS 575-758-8904 FIND ON FACEBOOK
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