Santa Fe Olive Oil Will Open in Albuquerque
The gourmet retailer plans to open its new Albuquerque storefront on October 1, 2026.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Santa Fe Olive Oil & Balsamic Co. will open its new 8,000-square-foot Albuquerque retail location on October 1, 2026. The company is also moving its headquarters and production facility to the new site.
Why it matters
Owners Michael Aranda and Michele Schuch-Aranda chose to relocate the business to Albuquerque to bring their family closer to their operations. This expansion represents a significant commitment to the local business community.
The company invested more than $1 million into the expansion, which will support the creation of about five new jobs. The new facility at 2915 Richmond NE is significantly larger than the current base.
The players
Michael Aranda
He acquired the Santa Fe Olive Oil & Balsamic Co. in 2015 and currently serves as an owner.
Michele Schuch-Aranda
She became an owner of the company in 2018 and is overseeing the expansion to Albuquerque.
The details
After acquiring the property in March 2026, the company began remodeling the new Albuquerque location to prepare for the transition. Production operations are scheduled to fully shift from Santa Fe to the Albuquerque facility by early 2027.
Timeline
March 2026: The company purchased the Richmond Drive property.
October 1, 2026: The Albuquerque retail store is expected to open.
January 2027: Production will officially transition to Albuquerque.
Market Landscape
This move highlights a broader trend of local businesses centralizing their logistics and headquarters in larger metropolitan areas to achieve scale. By moving to Albuquerque, the company positions itself to better serve a larger population base while consolidating its production.
Local shoppers can expect the new retail location to offer the brand's full product line starting this October. The expansion also signals potential economic growth for the immediate Richmond Drive neighborhood through job creation.
The takeaway
Businesses often relocate to consolidate production and retail space when owners prioritize proximity to their own residences. This move allows the company to leverage a larger facility to support growth and future operations.
Further reading
Find more local business updates in the Albuquerque Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Abqjournal.
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