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We have classes scheduled several times a week that are entertaining, educational and delicious too! Click on the class title for more information and to register for the class.

"Fun, fun, fun."—M.G., Rockford, Illinois

"Part cooking school, part comedy club, 100% fantastic experience—B. & C.R., Sequim Washington

"... outstanding blend of culinary knowledge and entertainment. Fabulous - I'll come back with my husband...."—J.M., Eagle, Idaho

"Knowledgable, personable, hands-on"—J.B., Opelousas, Louisiana


Specialty Classes

Cooking at the Estate Inspired by Georgia O’Keeffe - $140.00+tax per person. new

Rarely will you have an opportunity like this. Enjoy a special cooking class in an intimate setting at one of Santa Fe's most luxurious estates. 5200 Old Santa Fe Trail is truly a treasure of the American Southwest.

This summer the Santa Fe School of Cooking and the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum, invite you to this beautiful estate to discover and explore Georgia O'Keeffe's ideas about food and cooking. One of our chefs will guide you through some of Ms. O'Keeffe's recipes featured in the book, A Painters Kitchen: Recipes from the Kitchen of Georgia O'Keeffe by Margaret Wood. For her time, Ms. O'Keeffe had a unique perspective on food, appreciating simple foods that were in season and grown and handled with care. Margaret Wood, who was her assistant for many years, will share personal stories and insights to into Ms. O'Keeffe's life, her perspective on food and of course her art, This is a three hour long, demonstration style class that includes recipes and a full meal.

Reserve your space early this unique class is limited to 16 people.

Summer Cooking at the Santa Fe Estate I - $140+tax per person. new

Rarely will you have an opportunity like this. Enjoy a special cooking class in an intimate setting at one of Santa Fe's most luxurious estates. 5200 Old Santa Fe Trail is truly a treasure of the American Southwest.

Come celebrate the season at this stunning estate just minutes from downtown Santa Fe. The classes will take place in the center of the home in a charming outdoor kitchen. Choose from one of our seasonal menus or join us for both!

This menu includes red chile-lime marinated flank steak, grilled calabacitas, chilled green rice salad, jalapenos en escabeche, and red chile strawberry shortcakes.

Classes start at 10:00. They are demonstration style and include recipes, and a full meal. A class including the meal will last about 3 hours, and allow some additional time to enjoy the scenic estate! We will provide directions to the estate with an email confirmation.

Reserve your space early this unique class is limited to 16 people.

Summer Cooking at the Santa Fe Estate I I - $140+tax per person. new

Rarely will you have an opportunity like this. Enjoy a special cooking class in an intimate setting at one of Santa Fe's most luxurious estates. 5200 Old Santa Fe Trail is truly a treasure of the American Southwest.

Come celebrate the season at this stunning estate just minutes from downtown Santa Fe. The classes will take place in the center of the home in a charming outdoor kitchen. Choose from one of our seasonal menus or join us for both!

This menu includes grilled pork chops with chipotle cherry BBQ sauce, green chile potato salad, fiesta slaw, grilled corn on the cob with scallion butter, topped off with warm Mexican chocolate pudding. This is a three-hour long, demonstration style class that includes recipes and a full meal.

Classes start at 10:00. They are demonstration style and include recipes, and a full meal. A class including the meal will last about 3 hours, and allow some additional time to enjoy the scenic estate! We will provide directions to the estate with an email confirmation.

Reserve your space early this unique class is limited to 16 people.

Tasting New Mexico - $85.00+tax per person. new

Few aspects of life in New Mexico say as much about our cultural heritage as our food. We can directly trace its development through the melding of Native, Spanish, Anglo, and other influences into a singular cuisine. Four-time James Beard Award-winning local authors Cheryl and Bill Jamison debut their latest cookbook, Tasting New Mexico: 100 Years of Distinctive Home Cooking, with a lively class offered three times this summer. Cheryl and Bill will celebrate New Mexico's proud culinary heritage and let you understand how our important dishes evolved over the 100 years of statehood. They'll pepper their demo class with tasty tales about researching their landmark book, and highlight our agricultural abundance. After being served a scrumptious meal of Sopa de Fideos with Piñon and Mint Albondigas (meatballs) in Red Chile, Chiles Relleños, Two Ways, Quelites (sautéed spinach or other spring greens), Creamy Natillas, you will know how chiles rellenos and other recipes vary from northern to southern New Mexico? This is a don't miss!

Hands On Classes

Chile Amor

Chile Amor - $50.00+tax per person.

Do you love chile? Are you curious but unfamiliar? Our Chile Amor class will delight those already familiar with New Mexico's official state vegetable and light the fires of passion for those yet uninitiated. Here in the Land of Enchantment, chile is more than an ingredient; it is the embodiment of a diverse and rich cultural heritage and a distinct Southwestern lifestyle. Participants will explore chile's unique culinary and medicinal qualities, learn to identify different varieties, and discover how to handle them safely and efficiently in the kitchen. After the introduction we'll don aprons and prepare red and green chiles sauces and homemade tortillas to taste!

This is a hands-on class limited to 16 participants.
Family

Family - $50.00+tax per person.

Come discover the agricultural revolution in a fun, hands-on and interactive environment. Three important (and delicious) grains are responsible for changing civilizations from hunter/gathers to farmers. Kids and adults alike will enjoy preparing sweet coconut rice pudding, corn soup and soft and chewy breadsticks while discovering the importance of rice, corn and wheat in our world.

This is a hands-on class.
Rellenos

Rellenos - $98.00+tax per person.

The word relleno means `stuffed'. That being said there are so many varieties of chiles to stuff and different fillings and batters. There are traditional rellenos and rellenos associated with traditional celebrations. Come join us in making four different types of chiles rellenos; New Mexican Tempura rellenos, ancho chile rellenos, cream cheese stuffed jalapenos en escabeche and chiles en nogada.

This is a 3 hour hands-on class limited to 16 participants.
Salsas!

Salsas! - $50.00+tax per person.

Join the fun of making salsa in our Spicy Salsa class. This hands-on class will give you the opportunity to prepare four different salsas that spice up even the simplest of dishes. You will spend a few minutes learning about the history of salsa then begin chopping and dicing! After the finishing the salsas, you will taste the different types and get some terrific suggestions on uses for each.

This is a hands-on class limited to 16 participants.
Southwest Culinary Boot Camp

Southwest Culinary Boot Camp - $1150.00+tax per person.

Join us for an intensive 3-day cooking program we call the Southwest Culinary Boot Camp! This program is three full days gaining insight into the intricacies, tips and history of Southwestern food that make it so unique. We will cover material from knife skills, flavor labs, cooking techniques, ingredients and historical building blocks of the food. We will meet some of Santa Fe's top chefs who will share their thoughts on important cooking techniques. This is a HANDS-ON and very interactive program that culminates in a final exam where you will design and prepare a final meal for some Santa Fe's best palates!

Our next Boot Camp is scheduled for November 7, 8, and 9, 2011.

Please call Nicole at 1-800-982-4688 to obtain more information about this very popular event.
Tacos

Tacos - $98.00+tax per person.

When you make a taco, you are building your own meal by personalizing your filling, your salsa and your garnish. Come have fun with tacos in this hands-on class. The food being prepared is potato, poblano chile and spinach tacos, hot & smoky shrimp tacos, chicken guacamole tacos, tacos al Pastor, blue corn tortillas, flour tortillas and salsa fresca.

This is a hands-on class limited to 16 participants.

Tamales! - $98.00+tax per person.

Come on this 3-hour excursion to really learn the intricacies of making tamales. We have chosen three different types of tamales to highlight three different techniques helpful in tamale making. Make your own tamales then get some in depth information from the chef while the tamales cook. Enjoy the tasty fruits of your labor at the end of class. You will master and enjoy Red Chile and Pork Tamales, Southern Mexican Chicken Tamales in Banana Leaf and Sweet Anise Seed Tamales. $95.00 per person plus tax.

This is a hands-on class limited to 16 participants.

Demonstration Classes

Contemporary Southwest I - $77.00+tax per person.

Santa Fe's unique cuisine melds the region's rich cultural traditions with new ideas to create a contemporary style of Southwestern fare. You can experience this unique cuisine in depth, including the techniques of master chefs, the lore of the region and fabulous food. Grilled Salmon Fillet with Poblano-Lime Jam, Fresh Corn and Green Onion Tamale, Chipotle Black Beans, Cabbage Cilantro Slaw and Vanilla Espresso Flan. Demonstration Class

Contemporary Southwest II - $72.00+tax per person.

Santa Fe's unique cuisine melds the region's rich cultural traditions with new ideas to create a contemporary style of Southwestern fare. You can experience this unique cuisine in depth, including the techniques of master chefs, the lore of the region and fabulous food. Harvest salad with pears, wild greens and walnuts, goat cheese chile stuffed chicken with pan applesauce, strawberry shortcake with orange biscuits.
Demonstration Class
Contemporary Southwest III

Contemporary Southwest III - $77.00+tax per person.

Santa Fe's unique cuisine melds the region's rich cultural traditions with new ideas to create a contemporary style of Southwestern fare.

You can experience this unique cuisine in depth, including the techniques of master chefs, the lore of the region and fabulous food: Pecos Black and Red Pork Tenderloin, Poblano Madeira Chile Sauce, Parmesan-Cilantro Mashed Potatoes, Red Cabbage Apple Relish, Fresh Seasonal Vegetables, and Pumpkin Cheesecake. Demonstration Class

Contemporary Southwest IV - $77.00+tax per person.

Santa Fe's unique cuisine melds the region's rich cultural traditions with new ideas to create a contemporary style of Southwestern fare. You can experience this unique cuisine in depth, including the techniques of master chefs, regional lore and fabulous food: Wild Greens and Apple Salad, Lamb Adovado with Chipotle Sauce, Caramelized Corn Garnish, Herb Roasted Vegetables, and Berry Pecan Tart. DEMONSTRATION

Contemporary Southwest Light - $74.00+tax per person.

Santa Fe's unique cuisine melds the region,s rich cultural traditions with new ideas to create a contemporary style of health-conscious Southwestern fare. You can experience this unique cuisine in depth, including the techniques of master chefs, the lore of the region and fabulous food. Hearty Vegetable Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette, Lemon Southwest Rice, Fiery Turkey Fillets with Roasted Pineapple Salsa, and Mexican Chocolate Cake. Demonstration Class
Contemporary Southwest V

Contemporary Southwest V - $74.00+tax per person.

Santa Fe's unique cuisine melds the region,s rich cultural traditions with new ideas to create a contemporary style of Southwestern fare.

You can experience this unique cuisine in depth, including the techniques of master chefs, regional lore and fabulous food. Corn chowder with green chile croutons, pickled ancho chile rellenos with a chipotle-tomato sauce, saffron rice, vegetable salad with sunflower sprouts and serrano chiles, apple date cakes with cajeta creme Anglaise. Demonstration Class

Contemporary Southwest VI - $77.00+tax per person.

Santa Fe's unique cuisine melds the region's rich cultural traditions with new ideas to create a contemporary style of Southwestern fare. You can experience this unique cuisine in depth, including the techniques of master chefs, regional lore and fabulous food: Smoked Pork Tenderloin with Red Chile Cider Glaze, Apple-Pinon Chutney, Chipotle Sweet Potato Croquette, Braised Swiss Chard, Chipotle Corn Flan, and Mexican Chocolate Bistro Cake with Fresh Whipped Cream and Toasted Almonds. Demonstration Class

Contemporary Southwest VII - $74.00+tax per person. new

Santa Fe's unique cuisine melds the region's rich cultural traditions with new ideas to create a contemporary style of Southwestern fare. You can experience this unique cuisine in depth, including the techniques of master chefs, regional lore and fabulous food: Braised Beef Shortribs with a Tomatillo-Poblano Conserva, Cumin Creamed Corn Puree, Crispy Red Chile Onion Rings, Red Chile Lemon Napolean. Demonstration Class

Cooking Inspired by Georgia O'Keeffe - $80.00+tax per person.

Join The Santa Fe School of Cooking, and the O'Keeffe Museum, to discover and explore some of Georgia O'Keeffe's ideas about food and cooking. One of our chefs will guide you through some of Ms. O'Keeffe's recipes featured in the book, A Painters Kitchen: Recipes from the Kitchen of Georgia O'Keeffe by Margaret Wood. Ms. O'Keeffe had a unique perspective on food for the time, really appreciating simple foods that were in season and grown and handled with care. Margaret will also be on hand to share personal stories and insights to into Georgia O'Keeffe's life, perspective on food and of course art, as she was her assistant for many years. This class will weave the recipes and their context to create the texture of Ms. O'Keeffe. This is a three hour long, demonstration style class that includes recipes and a full meal. Demonstration Class

Cuisines of Mexico I - $74.00+tax per person.

Mexico is country with a very diverse palate. In the long history of cultural assimilation, it has been a major influence on New Mexican food. The Santa Fe School of Cooking is pleased to present classes that allow you to experience the richness and variety of the foods of our Southern neighbor. In this class we will prepare: Corn Tortillas, Rich Black Bean Soup, Jicama, Watercress Salad with Jalapeno Peppers, Roast Pork Loin with Red Chile Mole, and Strawberry Tequila Mousse. Demonstration Class

Cuisines of Mexico II - $72.00+tax per person.

Mexico is country with a very diverse palate. In the long history of cultural assimilation, it has been a major influence on New Mexican food. The Santa Fe School of Cooking is pleased to present classes that allow you to experience the richness and variety of the foods of our Southern neighbor. In this class we will prepare: Medley of Mushroom and Fresh Herb Soup, Flautas a la Crema with Green Chile Tomatillo Sauce, Roasted Tomato Red Sauce and drizzled with Creme Fraiche and Queso Fresco, Jicama and Grapefruit Salad with Avocado, and Zesty Anise-Lemon Pound Cake. Demonstration Class

Cuisines of Mexico III - $74.00+tax per person.

Mexico is country with a very diverse palate. In the long history of cultural assimilation, it has been a major influence on New Mexican food. The Santa Fe School of Cooking is pleased to present classes that allow you to experience the richness and variety of the foods of our Southern neighbor. In this class we will prepare chorizo enchiladas with quajillo sauce, goat cheese enchiladas with tomatillo sauce, arroz verde, frijoles borrachos and key lime tart. Demonstration Class

Cuisines of Mexico IV - $72.00+tax per person.

Shrimp Cocktail with Avocado and Chipotle Chile, Vera Cruz Style Roasted Fish with Tomato-Olive salsa, Saffron Rice Tumbado, and Pineapple-Coconut Ricotta Pie. Demonstration Class

Cuisines of Mexico V - $74.00+tax per person.

Mexico is country with a very diverse palate. In the long history of cultural assimilation, it has been a major influence on New Mexican food. The Santa Fe School of Cooking is pleased to present classes that allow you to experience the richness and variety of the foods of our Southern neighbor. In this class we will prepare pumpkin bisque, fish tacos with a salsa bar, pico de gallo, tropical fruit and avacodo cucumber salsa, paella style rice and peas and coconut empanadas. Demonstration Class

Cuisines of Mexico VI - $74.00+tax per person. new

Mexico is country with a very diverse palate. In the long history of cultural assimilation, it has been a major influence on New Mexican food. The Santa Fe School of Cooking is pleased to present classes that allow you to experience the richness and variety of the foods of our Southern neighbor. In this class we will prepare: Mole Colorado with Chicken and Chayote Squash, Cabbage, Lime and Serrano Salad, Fresh Corn Tortillas, Black Bean and Cotija Cheese Tamale, Tres Leches Cake. Demonstration Class

Fajitas - $74.00+tax per person.

Fajita is a diminutive form of the Spanish word for "belt", a term that butchers used along the Texas -Mexican border to describe what is called skirt steak in the U. S. Our chefs embellished the traditional skirt steak to create our own Southwestern version of this popular dish: Shrimp Ceviche, Chipotle Marinated Steak Fajitas, Chunky Avocado Salsa, Roasted Tomatillo Salsa, Habanero Pickled Onions, Jicama-Orange Salad with Red Chile Vinaigrette Dressing and Coconut Pound Cake. Demonstration Class

Farmer's Market with Matt Yohalem - $125.00+tax per person.

New Mexico's largest farmers' market and one of the most widely recognized markets in the United States and beyond. The Santa Fe Farmers Market represents over 100 active vendors and features hundreds of different agricultural products. Matt Yohalem is the enormously talented and entertaining chef/owner of Santa Fe's acclaimed restaurant, Il Piatto. Matt is also very proud of his relationship with many local farmers and passionate about supporting local ingredients. The School of Cooking's mission has always been to support local New Mexican food, agriculture and farming. Come spend a morning with Matt and the Santa Fe School of Cooking meeting some farmers and touring the farmers market, then head back to the school and see what amazing creations Matt gets inspired to make. Demonstration Class

Meet at the water tower at 8:00 at the Santa Fe Farmers Market. $125 per person plus tax
Maximum number of participants is 16

Mexican Light - $72.00+tax per person.

Mexico is country with a diverse palate. In our history of cultural assimilation, it has been a major influence on New Mexican food. The Santa Fe School of Cooking is pleased to present a class that allows you to experience the light side of the rich foods of our Southern neighbor . We will introduce you to Chicken soup with Jalpeno peppers and avocados, fresh tomato salsa, orange-marinated chicken fajitas, pickled red onions, fiesta slaw, Mexican rice and fresh fruit with tequila lime syrup. Demonstration Class

Native American I - $80.00+tax per person.

Their long history of farming, and plant usage qualify Native Americans to be considered as America's first great cooks. Lois Ellen Frank, a James Beard award winning author and PhD in culinary culture, presents a fascinating look into Native American food and culture. Blue corn gnocchi arrowheads with guajillo chile sauce, seasonal greens with jalapeno dressing, lamb stuffed rellenos with tomato sauce, sweet frybread with seasonal berries and prickly pear syrup will be prepared and served. Demonstration Class

Native American II - $80.00+tax per person.

Their long history of farming, and plant usage qualify Native Americans to be considered as America's first great cooks.  Lois Ellen Frank, a James Beard award winning author and PhD in culinary culture, presents a fascinating look into Native American food and culture.   
Trout with herbs and bacon baked in clay, Indian wild rice saute, sauteed rainbow chard, berry crisp. Demonstration Class

New World Tapas - $72.00+tax per person.

Tapas are a traditional Spanish way of eating with origins that ostensibly date to the 13th century. They are small appetizers/finger foods, made from a wide variety of ingredients. In contemporary restaurants they are often combined to make a full meal. We offer a New World version: Shrimp Escabeche with Black Olives and Mint, Achiote Citrus Steamed Chicken in Banana Leaf, Picadillo Empanadas with Aji Amarillo salsa, Marinated Purple Potatoes and Sweet Coconut Rice Pudding. Demonstration Class

New World Tapas II - $72.00+tax per person.

Cumin spiced flatbread, roasted carrot and coriander hummus, goats' cheese croquettes, blackened tomato sauce, chicken salad lettuce boats with grapes, cucumbers and chile pecans, smoked trout ravioli with browned butter, raspberry lemon bars. Demonstration Class

Santa Fe Favorites - $77.00+tax per person.

When you have been away from Santa Fe for a while there are certain foods that you crave when you return. We call these Santa Fe comfort foods. We are gathering some of these comfort foods and presenting them as Santa Fe Favorites. This menu includes winter squash, posole, cornbread stuffed pork tenderloin with cilantro coulis, warm cabbage slaw with bacon and golden raisins, green chile mashed potatoes, La Mesilla pecan pie with rum crème anglaise. Demonstration Class

Simply Santa Fe - $70.00+tax per person.

Wild greens salad with orange vinaigrette and chile pecans, raspberry chile glazed chicken with roasted poblanos and goats cheese, corn pudding, calabacitas and pecan bread pudding. Demonstration Class

Simply Southwest - $72.00+tax per person.

This fun class uses traditional Southwestern ingredients and techniques to create a delicious contemporary meal. Enjoy a lunch of: Jicama Fiesta Slaw, Roasted Squash Puree with Potato, Onion and Garlic, Raspberry-Chile Glazed Chicken Roulade with Roasted Poblano Chile and Goat Cheese, Phyllo Cups with Pistachio and Passion Fruit Curd. DEMONSTRATION

Sizzlin' Southwestern Steak and Potatoes - $77.00+tax per person.

Would you like to add a little Southwestern spice to an all-American favorite? This is the class for you! Our chefs start with good-old steak and potatoes and give them a new twist using the traditional tastes of the Southwest: Southwest Caesar salad with chile croutons, stuffed steak on red chile sauce, spicy roasted onions, chipotle double cooked potatoes and amaretto chocolate mousse. DEMONSTRATION

Southwest Barbecue - $72.00+tax per person.

Chile-Glazed Baby Back Pork Ribs, Spicy Mexican Pinto Beans, Blue Cornbread, Orange Cilantro Salsa, Guacamole, Rum Raisin Pecan Cake. Demonstration Class

Southwest Breakfast - $70.00+tax per person.

Let the Santa Fe School of Cooking get you going in the morning with a New Mexican brunch that combines the richness of local products and traditions to provide you with a meal that will keep you energized for the rest of the day: Chilaquiles with Chicken and Green Chile Tomatillo Sauce, New Mexican Egg Frittata, Chile-Glazed Bacon, Piloncillo Baked Apples with Cajeta Sauce, and Mexican Hot Chocolate (if it's chilly out!) or a Fruit Liquado. Demonstration Class

Southwest Brunch - $70.00+tax per person.

Let the Santa Fe School of Cooking get you going in the morning with a New Mexican brunch that combines the richness of local products and traditions to provide you with a meal that will keep you energized for the rest of the day: Chipotle Spinach and Goats Cheese Quiche, Blue Corn Pecan Pancakes, Fresh Berry Compote, Huevos Rancheros and Chorizo Cottage Fried Potatoes. Demonstration Class

Southwest Party Fare - $74.00+tax per person.

Want to impress your friends with what you did in Santa Fe? Invite them to a party and wow them with the Southwest party fare that you will learn to prepare in this fun class: Gazpacho, Crab and Corn Fitters, Goat Cheese and Mushroom Relleno served on Red Chile Sauce, Mini-shredded Pork Tacos, Corn Tortillas and Dixon Apple Pie Tamale. Demonstration Class

Southwest Tapas - $72.00+tax per person.

Tapas are a traditional Spanish way of eating with origins that ostensibly date to the 13th century. They are small appetizers/finger foods, made from a wide variety of ingredients. In contemporary restaurants they are often combined to make a full meal. Our class prepares Tapas with a Southwestern flare: Spanish tortilla, roasted pepper quesadillas with goat cheese, sauteed shrimp with orange-chipotle honey mustard sauce, meatballs with Romesco sauce, and apricot empanaditas. Demonstration Class
Traditional New Mexican I

Traditional New Mexican I - $70.00+tax per person.

Warm, spicy tastes and enticing aromas evoke Santa Fe's rich cultural traditions. Three classes on the traditional foods of New Mexico are at the heart of the Santa Fe School of Cooking.

These classes allow you to experience this delicious cuisine, including local cooking techniques and the lore of the region. This class includes corn tortillas, cheese enchilladas with red chile sauce, chicken enchilladas with green chile sauce, pinto beans, posole, and capirotada (bread pudding). Demonstration Class
Traditional New Mexican II

Traditional New Mexican II - $70.00+tax per person.

Warm, spicy tastes and enticing aromas evoke Santa Fe's rich cultural traditions. Three classes on the traditional foods of New Mexico are at the heart of the Santa Fe School of Cooking.

These classes allow you to experience this delicious cuisine, including local cooking techniques and the lore of the region. This class includes flour tortillas, carne adovada (red chile marinated pork), chiles rellenos, calabacitas (green chile, squash, corn), refritos, and sopapillas. Demonstration Class

Traditional New Mexican III - $70.00+tax per person.

Warm, spicy tastes and enticing aromas evoke Santa Fe's rich cultural traditions. Three classes on the traditional foods of New Mexico are at the heart of the Santa Fe School of Cooking. These classes allow you to experience this delicious cuisine, including local cooking techniques and the lore of the region. This class includes classic New Mexican green chile stew, blue corn and green chile muffins, pinon butter, quesadillas, salsa fresca and rich natillas. Demonstration Class

Traditional New Mexican IV - $70.00+tax per person.

Warm, spicy tastes and enticing aromas evoke Santa Fe's rich cultural traditions. Classes on the traditional foods of New Mexico are at the heart of the Santa Fe School of Cooking. They allow you to experience this delicious cuisine, including local cooking techniques and the lore of the region. This is our newest class on traditional New Mexican foods: it includes green chile and chico soup, beef carnitas served on a gordita, corn on the cob with cilantro lime butter, pickled jalapeno cabbage slaw and bizcochitos (New Mexico's official state cookie!) with cajeta. Demonstration Class

Wine Maker's Cooking Class Series - $140.00+tax per person.

On Trip Advisor our clients say:
"...best part of the trip"

winemakers dinner
Come celebrate the glorious summer season of Santa Fe by joining us at Estrella Del Norte, a charming vineyard 20 minutes north of the capital. We will be offering this very special program four times throughout the season. Meet at Estrella Del Norte and watch one of our chefs prepare a meal with the freshest ingredients available. The class is being held outside in the middle of the vineyard where everything will be prepared in a wood burning oven or on the charcoal grill. After the preparation of the meal, let one of our local New Mexican winemakers discuss the history of grape growing in New Mexico and try some of northern New Mexico's best wines!

-Menus are prepared using local and seasonal ingredients, previously they have included items such as wood fired pizzas, fruit cobblers and pinon chile crusted pork chops!

Class size is limited to 24 people. Classes will run about 3 hours and include wine tasting and a full meal. Participants meet at Estrella Del Norte. Demonstration Class

Free shuttle for vineyard cooking classes for guests with no transportation. Please let us know if you will be needing this service.

Tours, Other Classes and Special Events

Restaurant Walk I - $115.00+tax per person. new

At the Old House Restaurant meet Chef de Cuisine Evan Doughty, and sample innovative cuisine featuring Southwestern ingredients from artisan farms and contemporary regional influences. Indulge in seasonal, fresh and creative libations exclusive to the casual, yet sophisticated, Agave Lounge.

Nostrani Ristorante & Shibumi Ramenya welcomes diners into an exemplary Northern Italian fine dining experience. With a rose garden in the front and fresh herb and vegetable garden in the back, it is one of the most romantic restaurants in Santa Fe. Attached to Nostrani Ristorante, is Shibumi Ramenya, a traditional Japanese noodle house utilizing garden fresh herbs and vegetables. Chef Eric Stapleman brings his extensive knowledge of authentic flavors to the traditional Japanese menu.

Luminaria at the Inn at Loretto celebrates the art of food by presenting Santa Fe's only Concious Cuisine dining experience. The Luminario culinary staff purchases fruits, vegetables and spices from local farmers and prime grades of meat from regional ranchers to create a menu that focuses on a sustainable approach to food.

Rio Chama is the largest restaurant in Santa Fe and as a result offers its clientele an eclectic choice of environments in which to wine and dine. Among the rooms that you will visit on a tour of the restaurant are a beautiful wine cellar, a private dining area decorated with unique photos of Georgia O'Keeffe's home, and a large party room exquisitely decorated in antique Native American textiles. After the tour you will visit the kitchen where you will be treated to a tasting of the food and wine that makes Rio Chama so popular.

Restaurant Walk II - $115.00+tax per person. new

la boca chef
At the Galisteo Bistro meet the chef/owner Robert Chickering whose attention to detail and passion for authentic made-from-scratch Mediterranean food has skyrocketed his restaurant to #1 on Santa Fe Trip Advisor!

The Ore House at Milagro is a beautiful two-story courtyard dining area. It is the perfect setting to highlight the bright, festive and authentic flavors of Latin America and Mexico. Enjoy a tasting from one of the best selection of specialty tequilas in Santa Fe.

La Boca, James Campbell Caruso's Spanish tapas restaurant, has been the place to be seen in Santa Fe from the moment he opened the doors. James has a unique cooking style that has made his restaurant stand out. He has been nominated four times by the James Beard Foundation for the "Best Chef in the Southwest" award. James takes the concept of tapas to a whole new place.

Santacafe, situated in the historic Padre Gallegos House, is an enduring Santa Fe institution. For nearly 30 years, it has consistently received the highest praises from visitors and locals alike. We will finish our tour of fine dining establishments at the restaurant that Travel & Leisure has described as "elegant yet informal, with successfully inventive dishes, it is widely considered to be the cities finest restaurant".

Restaurant Walk III - $115.00+tax per person. new

Restaurant Walk IV - $115.00+tax per person. new

Bonus Classes - $32.00+tax per person.

..only $32.00 plus tax. The best deal in town.
  • Bonus classes! This year we are trying out some delicious New Mexican and Southwestern fare on our bonus class participants! Classes include a full meal.
  • On January 5, February 2 and February 23 we will present a class demonstrating a Contemporary Southwest menu that will include braised beef shortribs with a tomatillo-poblano conserva, toasted cumin creamed corn puree, crispy red chile onion rings, and red chile lemon napoleon

  • On January 13 and February 10, we will present a class demonstrating a Contemporary Southwestern menu that will include smoked quail with pomegrante-cascabel chile glaze, salad of jicama, fennel and mint, green chile corn fritters and coconut red chile sticky rice.

  • On January 27 and February 17 we will present a class demonstrating an Authentic Mexican menu that will include mole colorado with chicken and chayote squash, radish, lime and chile garnish, cabbage, lime and serrano salad, fresh corn tortillas, black bean and cotija cheese tamale, and tres leches cake

Restaurant Walking Tour - 1 - $115.00+tax per person.

This tours includes...
Amavi chef
  • Rio Chama is the largest restaurant in Santa Fe and as a result offers its clientelle an electic choice of environments in which to wine and dine. Among the rooms that you will visit on a tour of the restaurant are a beautiful wine cellar, a private dining area decorated with unique photos of Georgia O'Keeffe's home, and a large party room exquisitely decorated in antique Native American textiles. After the tour you will visit the kitchen where you will be treated to a tasting of the food and wine that makes Rio Chama so popular.

  • La Casa Sena, situated in the beautiful Sena Plaza, dazzles their customers with sumptuous food and an amazing wine list. Chef Patrick Gharrity will welcome us into the luxurious wine bar where you will taste one of the house specialties.

  • Santacafe, situated in the spectacular Padre Gallegos House, is a Santa Fe institution that has consistently received the highest praises from visitors and locals alike. We will finish our tour of fine dining establishments at the restaurant Travel & Leisure once described as "elegant yet informal, with successfully inventive dishes, it is widely considered to be the cities finest restaurant".

Register for Restaurant Walking Tour - 1

Restaurant Walking Tour - 2 - $115.00+tax per person.

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  • At the Galisteo Bistro meet the chef/owner Robert Chickering whose passion for authentic made-from-scratch Mediterranean food has skyrocketed his restaurant to #1 the Santa Fe Trip Advisor!

  • The Ore House at Milagro is a beautiful two story courtyard dining area. It is the perfect setting to highlight the bright, festive and authentic flavors of Latin America and Mexico. Enjoy a tasting from one of the best selection of specialty tequilas in Santa Fe.

  • La Boca, James Campbell Caruso's Spanish tapas restaurant is the place to be seen in Santa Fe. James has a unique cooking style that has made him stand out. He has been been nominated three times by the James Beard Foundation for the "Best Chef in the Southwest" award. James takes the concept of tapas to a whole new place.

  • The Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi is one of New Mexico's most highly acclaimed culinary destinations, The Anasazi Restaurant offers a fine dining atmosphere that is welcoming, elegant and rustic. Regional art is tastefully displayed throughout this beautiful Santa Fe restaurant. Enjoy tastings from the menu of Argentinean chef Juan Bochenski.

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  • The Pink Adobe restaurant was established in 1944 by the legendary Rosalea Murphy.  Known affectionately by locals as "The Pink," the restaurant has grown into a local and national landmark since its humble beginnings of serving French onion soup and apple pie. For over 50 years Rosalea filled her days using her talents and energy to create a unique flavor, décor and personality that makes this restaurant so special. 

  • Nostrani Ristorante & Shibumi Ramenya welcomes diners into an exemplary Northern Italian fine dining experience. With a rose garden in the front and fresh herb and vegetable garden in the back, it is one of the most romantic restaurants in Santa Fe.

    Attached to Nostrani Ristorante, and utilizing garden fresh herbs and vegetables, is Shibumi Ramenya, a traditional Japanese noodle house. Chef Eric Stapleman studied Japanese cuisine in New York City and Chef de Cuisine Harris Brazina studied in Japan, and they bring the authentic flavors to the traditional Japanese menu.

  • Il Piatto, led by chef/proprietor, Matt Yohalem is on the forefront of the effort to promote seasonal, fresh and local ingredients in the Santa Fe restaurant scene. Matt works with local farmers to offer a uniquely delicious regional Italian cuisine.

  • We ask that you please refrain from wearing any fragrance for this afternoon's tour.

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  • Restaurant Martin is the restaurant that Chef Martín Rios and his wife Jennifer envisioned: A comfortable, refined and pleasing atmosphere where local people and Santa Fe visitors can enjoy Chef Rios' award-winning progressive American cuisine. He has a long-standing reputation for his innovative combination of flavors, colors and presentation. Using fresh, local produce and organic meats and poultry, Chef Rios creates cuisine that reflects Southwestern and Asian styles influenced by his classical training in French technique. He has been nominated several times for the Best Chef in the Southwest by the James Beard Foundation.

  • Secreto Lounge at Hotel St Francis offers a unique experience in Santa Fe. Internationally acclaimed mixologists prepare garden-to-glass cocktails from locally grown ingredients while entertaining guests with the lore and history about their selection of vintage cocktails.

  • Luminaria at the Inn at Loretto celebrates the art of food by presenting Santa Fe's only Concious Cuisine dining experience. Chef Matt Ostrander purchases fruits, vegetables and spices from local farmers and prime grades of meat from regional ranchers to create a menu that focuses on a sustainable approach to food.

  • Located next to the New Mexico state capital, The Guadalupe Cafe offers traditional home style New Mexican food in a charming, relaxed environment. The hot chile and the authentic local food has been pleasing folks for 36 years.

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