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Working out doesn’t have to be boring and painful. Exercising in a group setting can be entertaining, motivating, and a great way to meet other people with similar interests. Fortunately, there are many great workout classes you can enjoy in the El Paso, Texas, area.

Energy by Nanea

When you head to Energy by Nanea, you will not miss the boring cycle session at the local gym. Nanea offers an energizing class that is also fun. You will burn calories while enjoying the positive energy of Nanea and the rest of the experienced staff. You can also enjoy boot camp fitness or yoga classes. If you aren’t ready to commit, try a drop-in class at Energy by Nanea. For just $12, you can try a class and see if you enjoy it before signing up. Bring the kids for a one-hour boot camp class tailored for them, which includes yoga and meditation. Read the rest of this entry »

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El Paso, Texas, is home to multiple unique bakeries that specialize in providing tasty treats for the local community and surrounding areas. Check out this list of the best bakeries in El Paso.

1. Bowie Bakery

Located on South Park Street in El Paso’s historic district, Bowie Bakery was established in 1951. Specializing in traditional Mexican pan dulce, the bakery is a local favorite. According to its website, Bowie Bakery has been recognized as the best traditional bakery in the El Paso area. The menu at Bowie Bakery includes a wide range of birthday cakes, wedding cakes, cupcakes, chocolate-covered strawberries, cookies, flan, and tarts. Guests have the option to customize cakes and cupcakes to suit any special occasion. Read the rest of this entry »

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The arid, mountainous area around El Paso, Texas, is packed with trails for new hikers, experienced people, and experts who want to tackle the toughest paths. You can get some exercise, spend time outdoors in natural light, and see beautiful scenery! Here are some of the best places for hiking trails near El Paso.

1. The El Paso Tin Mines Trail

The 6.6-mile El Paso Tin Mines Trail is a relatively easy hike inside Franklin Mountains State Park. You can see desert wildflowers near the trail, and bird watching is popular there. This trail’s highest elevation is 1,023 feet. It’s perfect for families with kids, dogs, and you can go horseback or bike riding. There’s no shade nearby, so you should bring plenty of water and use sunscreen. If you bring a flashlight and watch out for bats, you can explore the only tin mines in the United States. However, this part of the trail may be too difficult for young kids. Read the rest of this entry »

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Whether you’re craving flautas stuffed with sirloin, a classic brisket in a corn tortilla, or a Paleo-friendly lettuce wrap filled with tofu and topped with orange sauce, El Paso, Texas, has great tacos for you to try! Some are more Tex-Mex, while others have a more distinctly Mexican flavor. Don’t forget these spots at lunchtime or on your weekend nights out!

1. Lulu’s Cafe

This cozy cafe opens at 8 a.m. every morning and closes at 6 p.m. every day except Sunday, when it shuts its doors at 2 p.m. For lunch and dinner, sample a range of traditional Mexican tacos, including the deshebrada taco, with savory marinated and seasoned slow-cooked beef.  Read the rest of this entry »

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The 2020 Toyota GR Supra coupe has a unique look and is built for speed. GR stands for Gazoo Racing, Toyota’s racing team, and this car is an ideal choice if you’re searching for a thrilling drive. You can choose from three trim levels: 3.0, 3.0 Premium, or Launch Edition. Here are some of the best features of this enviable vehicle.

Sleek, Eye-Catching Exterior

The 2020 GR Supra looks fierce, agile, and powerful. It has a low profile, a long hood, a rear spoiler, and lots of curves for an aerodynamic design. Body-colored partitions divide the grille into three parts, and you’ll get dual exhaust, 19-inch wheels, high-performance tires, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and heated auto-folding side mirrors with memory settings. The auto-leveling LED headlights make driving up or down hills easier, and you can choose the Launch Edition for red side mirrors. The 3.0 Premium and the Launch Edition come with red Brembo brake calipers.  Read the rest of this entry »

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Finding good seafood restaurants in El Paso, Texas, is a breeze! Whether you’re looking for fried calamari, fish tacos, or lobster drenched in butter, there are plenty of places to go to satisfy your craving. Here are our picks for the best places to go for seafood in El Paso!

1. Landry’s Seafood House

Landry’s Seafood House at 6801 Gateway Blvd. West, offers fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere. They serve lunch, dinner, and to-go orders and have an extensive menu of Cajun-inspired dishes. You can start your meal with an appetizer, such as the blue crab cakes or shrimp cocktail, and then move on to either a bowl of clam chowder or Landry’s special gumbo. Choose from a variety of sandwiches like their famous Louisiana-style oyster, shrimp, or fish po-boy. For your entree, enjoy cedar-planked salmon, crawfish etouffee, today’s catch, or – for the meat lover – try a char-grilled steak. Read the rest of this entry »

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The 2020 Toyota Yaris is adaptable, reliable, and ideal for commuting. It’s available as a hatchback or a sedan. With the hatchback, you can choose L or LE trim levels. The sedan comes in L, LE, and XLE trims. Here are some of the best features of this appealing vehicle.

A Sleek, Attractive Exterior

The 2020 Yaris has a futuristic look, half-moon-shaped angular headlights, a prominent grille, and an understated front bumper. It comes with a rear spoiler, LED daytime running lights, and halogen headlights. The sedan uses 15-inch wheels, and the hatchback has 16-inch wheels. Additional options include fog lights, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and heated power side mirrors with turn signals. Seven colors are available: Stealth, Pulse, Sapphire, Icicle, Graphite, Chromium, and Frost. Read the rest of this entry »

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El Paso, Texas, is known for its desert temperatures and lack of water, making it hard to find a great fishing spot. However, if you do your research and are willing to drive a bit, you can find a few popular places in the area! The following are a few of the hidden fishing gems near El Paso.

1. Ascarate Park

The 48-acre Ascarate Lake is part of Ascarate Park in El Paso County and is the area’s most popular fishing spot that’s open to the public. While fishing here, you’re likely to catch a variety of species like carp, bluegill, crappie, catfish, trout, black bass, shad, hybrid sunfish, sun perch, minnows, and largemouth bass. The park is open all year long. Its hours are 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. from April to September and 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. from October to March.  Read the rest of this entry »

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If you’re looking for an all-electric vehicle, consider the 2020 Toyota Mirai sedan. Its sleek design and minimal carbon footprint make it an appealing option for those looking for a stylish, eco-friendly car. Here are five things to know about the 2020 Toyota Mirai.

1. Fuel-Cell Electric Vehicle

The Mirai runs on a hydrogen-powered fuel-cell that powers an electric motor. Oxygen and hydrogen combine to create electricity that runs the motor. Excess power gets stored inside of a high-voltage 245-volt nickel-metal hydride battery located in the rear of the car. The car has two tanks that store hydrogen gas. Oxygen, which comes from the ambient air, mixes with the hydrogen, and the reaction of the two compounds creates electricity and water. The electricity powers the motor and the water, which is a by-product of the reaction, exits through the exhaust as water vapor. Read the rest of this entry »

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Finding good seafood restaurants in El Paso, Texas, is a breeze! Whether you’re looking for fried calamari, fish tacos, or lobster drenched in butter, there are plenty of places to go to satisfy your craving. Here are our picks for the best places to go for seafood in El Paso.

1. Landry’s Seafood House

Landry’s Seafood House at 6801 Gateway Blvd. West, offers fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere. They serve lunch, dinner, and to-go orders and have an extensive menu of Cajun-inspired dishes. You can start your meal with an appetizer, such as the blue crab cakes or shrimp cocktail, and then move on to either a bowl of clam chowder or Landry’s special gumbo. Choose from a variety of sandwiches like their famous Louisiana-style oyster, shrimp, or fish po-boy. For your entree, enjoy cedar-planked salmon, crawfish etouffee, today’s catch, or, for the meat lover, try a char-grilled steak. Read the rest of this entry »

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