Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
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Freedom New Mexico Every couple of years leading up to the Olympics, NBC cranks up the hype machine and inundates us with imagery and stories of athletes it deems are either talented enough or telegenic enough — and in some cases, both — to serve as bait to lure passive sports fans to tune in to the network’s coverage of the Games. To be fair, NBC is not alone in this, as corporate sponsors do their part to promote their athlete spokesmen and women, and themselves. Sometimes it works (U.S. speed skater Apolo A... Full story
Being raised by a wonderful southern cook, I learned early in life to enjoy eating. Add to that, being raised in a Baptist Church where their motto seemed to be “Food, Fun, and Fellowship!”, my favorite meal is the potluck. However, I attended a potluck the other day that was like none I have ever had before. It all started with an invitation from Madame Jennifer Kelley, the French teacher at Clovis High School. Her French class was completing their section for food and eating out. She invited me to join them for the com...
CNJ staff photo: Liliana Castillo Clovis High School senior Summer Price, left, and junior Michael Mount dredge chicken for frying during ProStart class. Both students will take part in the state ProStart competition March 31 in Albuquerque. The teams are picked and it’s time to practice. Students in Clovis High School’s ProStart program are getting ready for the state culinary competition March 31 in Albuquerque. ProStart, sponsored by the National Restaurant Association, trains students in cooking and food service man...
I’ve known since last January that Christmas would be Dec. 25. So why can’t I prepare ahead of time? Earlier this month it occurred to me I probably should do something about a tree, so I went to the local garden store. They had a gazillion trees, all set up in pots of water and smelling really good. My daughter and I picked one out, and the guy loaded it in my vehicle. Did I need a stand for it, he wanted to know? I said, no, I was sure I had one. At home we searched the garage — and found a stand. It’s a good one....
I’ve known since last January that Christmas would be Dec. 25. So why can’t I prepare ahead of time? Last week it occurred to me I probably should do something about a tree, so I went to the local garden store. They had a gazillion trees, all set up in pots of water and smelling really good. My daughter and I picked one out, and the guy loaded it in my vehicle. Did I need a stand for it, he wanted to know? I said, no, I was sure I had one. At home we searched the garage — and found a stand. It’s a good one. You can p... Full story
El Rancho Restaurant is reaching out with Christmas turkey and posole once again this year. The restaurant is continuing its tradition of serving a free Christmas dinner for the sixth year. The meal is free and open to anyone. “We just get all kinds of people from all walks of life and all cultures,” El Rancho co-owner Joey Garcia said. “It’s really something beautiful to see and something to be a part of.” Joey Garcia said the dinner will be the same as in the past. “We always have new faces that come volunteer,...
Monday: Taco, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, Spanish rice, salsa, corn and gelatin. Tuesday: Baked ham, broccoli and cheese, roll, margarine and pineapple upside down cake. Wednesday: Chicken and noodles, peas, beets, biscuit and brownie. Thursday: Closed. Friday: Closed....
Monday: HB stroganoff, egg noodles, spinach, cauliflower, cheese, cottage cheese and pears. Tuesday: BBQ chicken thighs, creamy coleslaw, green beans, carrot raisin salad and peaches. Wednesday: Sloppy Joe, parsley, potatoes, mixed vegetables, pickle, onion slices, cottage cheese and pineapple salad. Thursday: Chicken strips, glazed carrots, green beans, roll, margarine, oatmeal cookie and peaches. Friday: Beef enchilada, lettuce, tomato, Pinto beans, jalapenos, onions, salsa, crackers and chocolate puddin...
Monday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza, cereal, juice and milk. Lunch — BBQ ribs, potato salad, Pinto beans, banana pudding and milk. Tuesday:Breakfast — Breakfast burrito, cereal, juice and milk. Lunch — Chicken enchiladas, rice, salad, pineapple and milk. Wednesday:Breakfast — Biscuits and gravy, cereal, juice and milk. Lunch — Bean tostadas, salad, pears and milk. Thursday: Breakfast — Homemade French toast, cereal, juice and milk. Lunch — Ham’n cheese sandwich, potato chips, o...
Freedom New Mexico If the pilgrims and Wampanoag Indians, who were present at the original Thanksgiving feast, somehow were transported to modern times to take part in the holiday as we know it today, even they would wonder why we have to suffer through another Detroit Lions football game. Thankfully, since NFL announcer and video game huckster John Madden has retired from television, we would not have to explain the caloric nightmare that is the “turducken” — a chicken stuffed inside a duck, which is then stuffed into...
Freedom New Mexico If the pilgrims and Wampanoag Indians, who were present at the original Thanksgiving feast, somehow were transported to modern times to take part in the holiday as we know it today, even they would wonder why we have to suffer through another Detroit Lions football game. Thankfully, since NFL announcer and video game huckster John Madden has retired from television, we would not have to explain the caloric nightmare that is the “turducken” — a chicken stuffed inside a duck, which is then stuffed int... Full story
Holiday lunch buffet set Swing into the Holiday Spirit from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. today at the Cross Roads Cafe’s annual Holiday Luncheon. The menu includes turkey, ham, barron of beef, stuffing, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, cranberry relish, pie and more. Cost is $4 for staff and faculty, and $7 for student and others.... Full story
Monday: Baked chicken, wild rice, carrot raisin salad, biscuit, margarine and mandarin oranges. Tuesday: Hamburger Mac, green beans, corn, apricots and peanut butter cookie. Wednesday: Roast bee, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, wheat roll, margarine and white cake. Thursday: Closed for Veteran’s Day. Friday: Taco, lettuce, onions, Spanish rice, salsa, corn and gelatin....
Jesse Leal didn’t have a big business plan with hopes of riches and success. Instead, he and his wife, Irma, wanted to fill a need in the community. Jesse Leal, 79, founder of Leal’s Mexican Food Restaurants, died Friday in Clovis after a lengthy illness. He was surrounded by friends and family, his son Sergio Leal said. A funny, civic minded, loving and strong man who loved life — his six children reminisced about him as they gathered Friday night to share memories of...
Courtesy photo Leal Jesse Leal didn’t have a big business plan with hopes of riches and success. Instead, he and his wife, Irma, wanted to fill a need in the community. Jesse Leal, 79, founder of Leal’s Mexican Food Restaurants, died Friday in Clovis after a lengthy illness. He was surrounded by friends and family, his son Sergio Leal said. A funny, civic minded, loving and strong man who loved life — his six children reminisced about him as they gathered Friday night to...
CNJ staff photo: Tony Bullocks Debbie Sims, owner of The Cupcake Cafe And Sweet Boutique, makes adjustments to a display Monday in her new store. The Cupcake Cafe and Sweet Boutique is located at the former Wholey Cow Deli and is scheduled to open Saturday. With business such as “The Cupcake Cafe and Sweet Boutique” and “Jo Beth’s Sugar Shack,” it’s evident a couple of entrepreneurs think Clovis’ appetite for goodies isn’t satisfied by a Halloween binge once a year. “Yeah, I’m a sugar pusher,” said Debbie Sims, owner of...
Freedom New Mexico The Veterans of Foreign Wars post 3015 Ladies Auxiliary is hosting a cancer fundraiser and Halloween Feast 7 p.m. today at the post. A $6 donation will be collected at the door. The menu is spaghetti with meat sauce, chicken alfredo, garlic bread and salad. Auctions and raffles will be held during the event. All proceeds are earmarked for cancer aid and research. Information: Maggie Smith 218-3722...
Freedom New Mexico The Veterans of Foreign Wars post 3015 Ladies Auxiliary is hosting a cancer fundraiser and Halloween Feast 7 p.m. today at the post. A $6 donation will be collected at the door. The menu is spaghetti with meat sauce, chicken alfredo, garlic bread and salad. Auctions and raffles will be held during the event. All proceeds are earmarked for cancer aid and research. Information: Maggie Smith 218-3722... Full story
CNJ staff photo: Liliana Castillo Maurine Thomas, co-leader of the Clovis chapter of Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, eyes her weight during the group's weekly weigh in. Kimmie Davis has done it all. She got married, raised a family, went back to school to finish her degree. She did boy scouts and sporting events. “I did everything but take care of me,” Davis said. A month and 9 and 3/4 a pounds later, Davis is on her way to being healthier. She’s doing it with the help of the Clovis chapter of Taking Off Pounds Sensibly. Davis...
Kimmie Davis has done it all. She got married, raised a family, went back to school to finish her degree. She did boy scouts and sporting events. “I did everything but take care of me,” Davis said. A month and 9 and 3/4 a pounds later, Davis is on her way to being healthier. She’s doing it with the help of the Clovis chapter of Taking Off Pounds Sensibly. Davis said she went to a meeting and signed up after five minutes in the door. “The group helps you with love. They don’t tell you ‘don’t do that or you have to do this....
Freedom New Mexico Habitat for Humanity of Roosevelt and Curry Counties is holding a fundraising dinner with German food from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday at First United Methodist Church in Portales. The menu is bratwurst, homemade sauerkraut, German potato salad, coleslaw, pinto beans, rolls, dessert, coffee and punch. Uncooked bratwurst will also be on sale. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children under 10. Information: 359-1344....
Habitat for Humanity of Roosevelt and Curry Counties is holding a fundraising dinner with German food from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday at First United Methodist Church in Portales. The menu is bratwurst, homemade sauerkraut, German potato salad, coleslaw, pinto beans, rolls, dessert, coffee and punch. Uncooked bratwurst will also be on sale. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children under 10. Information: 359-1344.... Full story
Fall means an outpouring of help from churches all over the state for the Baptist Children’s Home in Portales. For the Fall Food Shower, the home sends lists of needed items to each of the 13 Baptist church associations in the state. Administrator Geraldine Dooley said the Fall Food Shower provides the home with 60 percent of their grocery needs. “We ask for things that are on our menu that we would need to cook. Just staple goods that family use every day,” Dooley said. Dooley said the home averages about 25 children, but g...
CNJ staff photo: Liliana Castillo Kathleen Vigil with the Baptist Children's Home divides groceries for the family cottages. Fall means an outpouring of help from churches all over the state for the Baptist Children’s Home in Portales. For the Fall Food Shower, the home sends lists of needed items to each of the 13 Baptist church associations in the state. Administrator Geraldine Dooley said the Fall Food Shower provides the home with 60 percent of their grocery needs. “We ask for things that are on our menu that we wou...
Monday: Frito Pie, Pinto beans, lettuce, tomatoes, onions and angel food cake. Tuesday: Chicken and noodles, peas, carrots, cornbread, margarine and fruit salad. Wednesday: Pork roast, black-eyed peas, tomatoes with green chili, cornbread, margarine, cottage cheese and apricots. Thursday: Roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, wheat roll, margarine and white cake. Friday: Chicken enchiladas, Pinto beans, calabacitas, spinach salad, dressing, crackers, Jell-O and fruit.... Full story
