Discover the bold tastes of New Mexico in a hands-on soup cooking class in Santa Fe. Learn to make Green Chile Chicken Stew, Tortilla Soup, and more with expert guidance.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness level is required as this is a seated, hands-on cooking experience suitable for all ages.
Wildlife
History
Santa Fe’s culinary heritage blends Native American, Spanish, and Mexican influences, reflected in its classic dishes like green chile stew.
Conservation
The Santa Fe School of Cooking promotes sustainable practices by sourcing local ingredients and minimizing food waste.
Santa Fe School of Cooking
Discover the bold tastes of New Mexico in a hands-on soup cooking class in Santa Fe. Learn to make Green Chile Chicken Stew, Tortilla Soup, and more with expert guidance.
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.
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Based in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Experiences
11 unique classes & events
Hands-on and demonstration formats
Collaborations
Dave’s Jazz Bistro & Festivals
Live music and cultural partners
Culinary Focus
New Mexican & Mexican cuisine
Healthy, vegetarian, and holiday menus
Book a hands-on class, demonstration session, or a live-music dinner event to taste regional New Mexican cuisine.
Arrive on Time
Be punctual to maximize your hands-on cooking time and enjoy the full class experience.
Wear Comfortable Clothing
Choose attire you don't mind getting a little messy while cooking and preparing food.
Avoid Heavy Meals Before Class
Come hungry for the cooking and tasting experience—you’ll be sampling a variety of dishes.
Notify About Dietary Restrictions
Inform the school ahead of time about allergies or dietary needs to accommodate the class menu.
Apron
Protects your clothing while cooking and handling ingredients.
Comfortable Shoes
You'll be standing and moving around the kitchen, so supportive shoes are important.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the class, especially in warmer months.
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Light Jacket
Ideal for cooler temperatures when arriving and leaving the venue.
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