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Is it us, or has there been a lot of activity in Durango’s restaurant scene? And no, we’re not talking about the new McDonalds in Three Springs to be built near the creepy gas station off in the distance. In any case, here’s our attempt (in no particular order) to track it all.

• In March, Gazpacho owner Matt Arias sold the restaurant to three of his staff members: Sadie Christensen, and brothers Brennan and Shane McManamon. Gazpachos, which has been around since 1991, is a local staple for New Mexican cuisine.

• April 1, Andy and Abby Snow, longtime owners of Nini’s Taqueria, sold to new owners, including the owners of Himalayan Kitchen. But no fears – the delicious burritos and famed Southwestern Chowder will remain largely unchanged.

• And, Chimayo Stone Fired Kitchen fell into new hands, though requests for comment were not returned Wednesday.

• “Public House 701” opened in the spot of the closed Fur Trappers/Mutu’s at the corner of 2nd Ave. & 7th St. Requests for comment were also not immediately returned, but it appears they are open for dinner Tues. - Sat.

• Wondering what’s to become of the old Home Slice on N. Main? Taste Cafe and Bakery will now occupy the space, moving from 11th St. Station. It appears Taste also will continue on at Lola’s Place on E. 2nd Ave.

• We’re not done yet. Remember the gem in Mancos, Olio’s? It’s been announced that Dave Stewart and Jenn Lyndes, formerly of the Boathouse at Electra Lake, will take over. It’s not clear when the restaurant will reopen.

• Also, we’ve heard on good authority that a burger joint is coming to the building catty-corner to City Market North, because if Durango needs anything in the cuisine scene, it’s a place to get a burger…

• From a recent Durango Herald report, an Indian taqueria and electronic dance bar is coming to the old Francisco’s, 639 Main Ave.

• And finally, thanks to the Telegraph’s own deep investigative reporting (walking downtown), we’ve spied a sign that says, “Opening Soon! Beef Jerky Experience,” in the 900 block of Main. Can’t wait?