Contemporary Southwest in Santa Fe — A Demonstration of Chipotle Lamb Adovado and Berry Pecan Tart

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Contemporary Southwest in Santa Fe — A Demonstration of Chipotle Lamb Adovado and Berry Pecan Tart

A three-hour demonstration class led by professional chefs at the Santa Fe School of Cooking that breaks down modern Southwestern plates and sends you home with a recipe packet.

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Contemporary Southwest in Santa Fe — A Demonstration of Chipotle Lamb Adovado and Berry Pecan Tart.

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Location
Santa Fe
Operator
Santa Fe School of Cooking
Category
Cooking Class
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Set in Santa Fe’s evolving culinary scene, this Contemporary Southwest demonstration class lays out how regional ingredients and cultural influences inform a modern approach to Southwestern cuisine; chefs prepare each dish before the group, explain techniques and stories behind the food, and guests enjoy generous tastings and a cooked lunch.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE DEMO

Professional chef-led demonstration

A skilled chef prepares each course in view of the class, sharing techniques, creative insights, and the cultural context that shapes contemporary Southwestern cooking.

THE MENU

A focused contemporary Southwestern menu

The menu centers on regional flavors updated for today’s table, including Wild Greens and Apple Salad, Lamb Adovado with Chipotle Sauce, caramelized corn garnish, herb-roasted vegetables, and a Berry Pecan Tart for dessert.

THE TAKEAWAY

Tasting, meal, and recipes to recreate at home

Along with generous tastings and a chef-cooked meal, participants receive a recipe packet so they can bring the techniques and flavors of the class back to their own kitchens.

What the day feels like

What the class feels like

Over roughly three hours, the pace is instructional and convivial: chefs demonstrate preparation and plating, guests sample each course as it’s served, and the session closes with shared tasting and the distribution of recipe packets so attendees can reproduce the dishes at home.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who gets the most from this class and what to expect.

1
Food-minded home cooksIdeal for cooks who want to learn chef techniques and modern Southwestern flavor combinations to apply at home; the session includes a recipe packet for replication.
2
Visitors seeking a culinary cultural primerGood for travelers who want an approachable, contextual primer on how tradition and innovation meet in contemporary Santa Fe cuisine; the class is a demonstration rather than an intensive hands-on workshop.
3
Couples and small groupsWell suited to pairs or small groups who want a shared tasting experience and a chef-led introduction to regional dishes; the format centers on watching and tasting together.
4
Families with food-curious teensAppropriate for families with older children who are interested in cooking and flavors; no specific age or health restrictions are listed, but families should verify suitability with the operator.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Duration

The demonstration class runs approximately 3 hours.

What’s included

Includes chef demonstration, a cooked Contemporary Southwestern meal, and a recipe packet; complimentary water, coffee, hot tea, and iced tea are provided; beer, wine and soda are available for purchase.

What to bring

No special gear is required—bring appetite and a notepad if you wish to take notes; check with the operator about any accessibility or dietary needs before attending.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the class?

The demonstration class lasts approximately 3 hours.

Is this a hands-on cooking session?

No—the Contemporary Southwest IV offering is a demonstration class in which chefs prepare each dish before the group while explaining techniques; participants taste the finished courses and enjoy a meal.

What dishes will we see prepared?

The menu includes Wild Greens and Apple Salad; Lamb Adovado with Chipotle Sauce and caramelized corn garnish; herb-roasted vegetables; and a Berry Pecan Tart for dessert.

Are beverages provided?

Complimentary beverages include water, coffee, hot tea, and iced tea; beer, wine, and soda are available for purchase.

Will I get recipes to take home?

Yes—each participant receives a recipe packet to recreate the dishes at home.

Who operates the class?

The class is run by the Santa Fe School of Cooking.