SANTA FE COOKING CLASS FIELD GUIDE
Santa Fe’s Cuisines of Mexico III: A 3‑Hour Demonstration in Chiles, Cheese and Verde Rice
A focused, chef‑led demonstration at the Santa Fe School of Cooking that showcases Chorizo Enchiladas, Goat Cheese Enchiladas and Arroz Verde—ideal for travelers who want to learn technique, taste authentic preparations, and take home recipes.
Santa Fe’s Cuisines of Mexico III: A 3‑Hour Demonstration in Chiles, Cheese and Verde Rice.
At the Santa Fe School of Cooking, Cuisines of Mexico III is a concentrated, three‑hour demonstration class that places regional Mexican technique and flavor at center stage. Professional chefs prepare dishes such as Chorizo Enchiladas with guajillo sauce, Goat Cheese Enchiladas with tomatillo sauce, Arroz Verde, Frijoles Borrachos and Key Lime Tart while sharing cultural context and practical tips; participants enjoy generous tastings, a chef‑prepared meal and a take‑home recipe packet.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Chef‑Led Techniques and Cultural Context
Watch an experienced chef execute authentic Mexican recipes step by step—technique, timing and the role of core ingredients such as chiles, corn, beans and fresh herbs are explained as the dishes are prepared.
A Tasting Menu Rooted in Mexican Staples
The class features Chorizo Enchiladas with guajillo chile sauce, Goat Cheese Enchiladas with tomatillo sauce, Arroz Verde, Frijoles Borrachos and a Key Lime Tart—served as an authentic meal prepared by the chef.
A Recipe Packet and a Shared Meal
Beyond the tasting, each participant receives a recipe packet to recreate the dishes at home, and complimentary beverages include water, coffee, hot tea and iced tea, with beer, wine and soda available for purchase.
What the day feels like
What the class feels like
The flow is deliberate and immersive: over three hours a chef demonstrates preparations while narrating technique and origins, guests sample generous tastings and then sit down to the authentic meal prepared on site—concluding with recipes to take home and the option of purchasing additional beverages.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this class suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
No special equipment is required; the class includes a chef‑prepared meal and a recipe packet. Complimentary beverages include water, coffee, hot tea and iced tea; beer, wine and soda are available for purchase.
The experience is a three‑hour demonstration class led by a professional chef.
Featured dishes are Chorizo Enchiladas with guajillo chile sauce, Goat Cheese Enchiladas with tomatillo sauce, Arroz Verde, Frijoles Borrachos and Key Lime Tart.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the class?
The demonstration class runs three hours.
Will I get to cook?
This is a demonstration class: professional chefs cook before participants while explaining techniques and context.
Is food included?
Yes. The class includes an authentic Mexican meal prepared by the chef and generous tastings of the demonstrated dishes.
Do I get recipes to take home?
Yes. Each participant receives a recipe packet to recreate the dishes at home.
Are beverages provided?
Complimentary beverages include water, coffee, hot tea and iced tea; beer, wine and soda are available for purchase.
Who runs the class?
The class is offered by the Santa Fe School of Cooking in Santa Fe, New Mexico.