Is prior cooking experience required for this class?

No prior cooking experience is needed; the class is designed for all skill levels.

Are ingredients provided during the class?

Yes, all ingredients and cooking tools are provided as part of the experience.

Can I accommodate dietary restrictions in this class?

Yes, please inform the school ahead of time about any allergies or dietary needs.

Is this class suitable for children?

The class is generally designed for adults, but older teens may participate with permission.

How many people are in each class?

Classes are private and small to ensure hands-on participation and personalized instruction.

Can I take home recipes from the class?

Yes, you will receive printed recipes to replicate the dishes at home.

Healthy Hands-On Cooking Class in Santa Fe, NM | Cooking Class | Workshop

Experience a unique culinary adventure with the Healthy Menu I class at the Santa Fe School of Cooking in New Mexico. This hands-on cooking class invites you to create flavorful dishes like Achiote & Lime Marinated Chicken and Apricot Empanadas, combining bold Southwestern flavors with wholesome, nutritious ingredients. Designed to help you enjoy delicious meals without compromising your health goals, this class offers an interactive cooking experience led by expert instructors passionate about healthy cuisine. You'll get to explore fresh, vibrant ingredients while mastering techniques that balance taste and wellness. The class culminates in savoring a full meal you helped prepare, making it not only a delicious delight but also a rewarding achievement. Ideal for food enthusiasts looking for a fresh approach to traditional Southwestern recipes, this class also provides great tips on incorporating healthy choices into everyday cooking. Whether you're a local or visiting Santa Fe, this engaging culinary workshop offers a perfect blend of culture, health, and interactive fun in one of the most vibrant food scenes in the country.

About Santa Fe School of Cooking

Santa Fe School of Cooking is a culinary education and event company based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The school offers a diverse schedule of hands-on and demonstration cooking classes, themed dinners, and collaborative musical dining events. Classes range from technique-focused demonstrations to hands-on sessions that teach traditional New Mexican, Mexican, and border-region recipes. Students learn dishes such as chilaquiles, corn pudding, cream of green chile soup, carne tampiqueña, tacos al pastor, and salsa macha, and explore ingredients like achiote, lime, apricot, eggplant, and green chile.

The school partners with local venues and cultural organizations to present unique dinner concerts and festival collaborations. Featured events include jazz evenings at Dave’s Jazz Bistro with performers such as Delbert Anderson, Tawanda Suessbrich-Joaquim with the John Rangel Trio, Robby Beasley, Dr. Chris Buckholz, Eddie Daniels, and Lee Musiker. The program has also collaborated with the Santa Fe Indian Market and the New Mexico Jazz Festival, pairing live music and poetry with menus inspired by Native culinary traditions.

Instruction is led by experienced chefs and culinary professionals who design curated menus for holiday dinners, healthy seasonal menus, vegetarian offerings, and culturally rooted tasting menus. The school emphasizes authentic regional flavors, practical techniques, and convivial dining experiences. Visitors and students can expect clear instruction, thoughtfully sourced recipes, and opportunities to taste and take home new skills. Santa Fe School of Cooking focuses on culinary education, cultural connection, and memorable food-centered events. Classes accommodate home cooks and visiting travelers seeking authentic regional cooking experiences and techniques.