Cooking Schools and Chef’s Kitchens in Santa Fe
For those who crave adventure on their plates, Santa Fe consistently delivers. Every year, the city’s favorite restaurants earn accolades to prove it! At A Vacation Different, we offer more than just a place to stay—we offer full-blown culinary experiences right in your vacation rental. Several of our homes feature chef’s kitchens and even have the option to hire personal chefs to create the meal of your dreams. While you’re in town, fully immerse yourself in the kitchen at a cooking school and become a chef yourself! Today, we share two must-visit cooking schools in Santa Fe and more for our fellow foodie travelers.
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Santa Fe School of Cooking: A Hub for Southwestern Cuisine
Located about a 10-minute walk from Santa Fe Plaza, the Santa Fe School of Cooking is the place to be for anyone wanting to learn and create iconic Southwestern cuisine. The region's cuisine is about crafting art from fresh, complex flavors. Classes here walk you through the nitty-gritty of cooking beloved dishes that have been honed over generations.
With three different class styles—demonstration, hands-on, and specialty—there is much to take in and be inspired by! Most of the culinary classes last about three hours and include a full, mouthwatering meal to finish off the experience. To book a class, visit Santa Fe School of Cooking's website or contact them at (505) 983-4511.
Sample Dishes You Might Cook:
- Chicken Enchiladas with Green Chili Sauce
- Red Chili Marinated Pork
- High-Altitude Baked Treats
Las Cosas Kitchen Shoppe and Cooking School: Culinary Diversity
Located about a 5-minute drive or 15-minute walk from Santa Fe Plaza, Las Cosas Kitchen Shoppe is your playground for delicious exploration in the kitchen. Don’t expect the school to stick to just one genre of food—their teaching style is like going on a world tour for your taste buds!
With exciting classes like Celebrating the Chiles of New and Old Mexico, Tasty Tacos & Edgy Enchiladas, and even a Vietnamese Food Cart class, there is never a dull culinary adventure to go on! Visit lascosascooking.com to view available classes and book your spot or call them at (505) 988-3394.
Sample Dishes to Explore:
- Perfect Prime Rib
- Peking Duck
- Chile Relleno
Cooking in Style: Chef's Kitchens in Our Homes
After soaking up knowledge and becoming a chef for the day at these schools, take it to the next level in one of our chef's kitchens! Several of our Santa Fe vacation rentals are decked out with kitchens that would make a professional chef’s world go round! Cook up a storm with your newfound skills, or if you’ve had enough cooking for one day, hire a private chef to work their magic in the kitchen. Our friendly local team is happy to share personal chef recommendations with you.
Exclusive A Vacation Different Cookbook
As a token of our appreciation, we’ve compiled an exclusive Santa Fe cookbook for Vacation Different guests. This cookbook features a collection of local recipes that capture the essence of Southwestern flavors, including treasured recipes from the Cocinas De New Mexico cookbook.
Originally published in the 1970s by the Public Service Company of New Mexico, this beloved cookbook featured family recipes and supported local utility grants through the Good Neighbor Fund. Reviving these recipes has been a significant endeavor for us, and we are thrilled to share them with you.
These dishes provide a bridge across generations, bringing families together in the kitchen to share and create new memories. While recreating the enchanting flavors of New Mexican culture, you can also take home a unique memento that allows you to experience the magic of Santa Fe’s cuisine in your own kitchen. As fellow foodies, we are honored to play a role in keeping these traditions alive and fostering nostalgia while creating new family experiences.
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To dive into the flavors of Santa Fe, book your next Santa Fe stay with us! Whether you're playing chef or just enjoying the show, the kitchen is where the magic happens. You’ll see for yourself when you arrive—Santa Fe and its inhabitants are passionate about their food! We are excited for you to not just see our city - but to taste it!