Best of Burque bonus: Councilor Debbie O'Malley’s favorite things about ABQ

 

Albuquerque’s District 2 City Councilor let us peek at her Best of Burque ballot. (Click here to read picks from Gwyneth Doland, Tom Frouge, Jaque Fragua and three others).

Best High School

Valley, of course!

Best Festival or Parade

Carnuel Road Parade and Fiesta, a true community celebration!

Best Thing About Albuquerque

The PEOPLE!

Best Mural

The Convention Center mural. It is very colorful and lively.

Best Museum

¡explora! It's got something for everyone at any age.

Best Arts Nonprofit

VSA North Fourth Art Center. VSA is a community-based organization that serves the whole community and has played a significant role over the years in changing society's attitude toward people with disabilities. At VSA you will find some of the most wonderful pieces of art and incredible artists.

Best Bakery

Flying Star. Because they use butter in everything!

Best Specialty Grocery Store

La Montañita Co-op, because it supports local growers and has the best deal on bulk oatmeal.

Best Toy Store

Out of the Blue on Rio Grande. You can find a toy for anyone at any age and support a local business!

Best Gym

New Heart Center for Wellness, Fitness and Cardiac Rehabilitation. After my husband's heart attack we started attending this gym and have really enjoyed the experience.

Best Spa

Betty's. I had a facial there, what a treat.

Best Dry Cleaner

Route 66 Dry Cleaners. Dependable and affordable, they do the best job.

Best Hair and Nail Salon

Salon "B." The salon is owned and operated by a local Old Town family, Barbara does a great job on my hair and her mom does my nails.