Red or Green: Chef-Guided New Mexican Lunch Immersion
Overview
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2 hours
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Skip to the front of the famously long lines to savor authentic New Mexican flavors with a seated luncheon at one of Santa Fe’s most beloved generational eateries. Enjoy award-winning chile, top-shelf Margaritas, artisan confections and our rich local history on this flavorful journey.
Led by a formally trained culinary expert, this immersive lunch tour explores the origins and evolution of NM’s distinct cuisine through a guided comparative tasting that highlights the key differences between Mexican and New Mexican flavors. To elevate the experience, we’ll celebrate Santa Fe’s status as the Margarita Capital of America with a top-shelf margarita pairing for each course, showcasing different styles and expressions of this iconic cocktail.
After indulging in a feast of local flavors, we’ll finish on a sweet note with a locally inspired dessert at Santa Fe’s premier craft ice creamery.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
PLEASE SPECIFY AT TIME OF BOOKING (or no later than 48 hours prior to tour) if you or your guests require GLUTEN-FREE, VEGETARIAN OR NON-ALCOHOLIC substitutions. We can only guarantee those options but will do our best with any other critical allergies.
Wear comfortable walking shoes. This is a walking tour. Moderate amount of walking required -- tour is 1.5 miles (2.4 km) long, but spread out between the four stops. You MUST be in good walking condition to enjoy this tour. No refunds will be give to those who are unable to complete the tour route
Locations visited are subject to change
Minimum drinking age is 21 years
A maximum of 12 people per booking
This is an adult experience. if you would like to bring your child please contact us to discuss and we are happy to make it work.
What To Expect
Santa Fe Farmer's Market
Guided walking tour of the Farmer's Market
Railyard Arts District
Guided walking tour
Options
Chef-Guided New Mexican Lunch
2 hour chef guided lunch: Chef-curated, two-course luncheon with a guided exploration of New Mexican cuisine
What‘s Included
Locally inspired food and beverage tastings.
Fun, passionate and knowledgeable local guide
Hotel pick up and drop off
Customary gratuity for your guide
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
119 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Recommended
JJLlaw,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great time. Lauren was so informative. Really had an enjoyable time. Would definitely recommend. We had a small group - felt like a private tour. Lauren also provided helpful tips for other tours and made recommendations on places to eat/visit.
Great way to get introduced to NM cuisine
margaretsU8208MN,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The entire experience was very good. Lauren was knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. The food was excellent. Would do this tour again with others or other tours with her. Thank you!
Well worth it!
V5660XSbruceb,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lauren was entertaining, engaging, and educational and informative. She helped us all enjoy the total experience!
Red or Green? Yes, please!!
892debw,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Red or Green was a fabulous, informative experience of side by side comparisons of authentic New Mexican and Mexican foods. Posole, margaritas, red and green chiles (of course!!) and ice cream. From the start, I could tell that the guide/chef, Lauren, was going to be a lot of fun! She was full of knowledge and shared it with the group in a digestible (no pun intended!) and interesting way. I especially loved learning about the differences between Mexican and New Mexican cuisine, while actually tasting them side by side. La Choza absolutely lived up to the hype, and the margarita pairings were fantastic. The green chile ice cream was a surprisingly tasty surprise at the end of the tour! The entire experience felt intimate, relaxed, and authentically Santa Fe. If you love great food, cocktails, and learning something new along the way, this tour is a must-do!
Santa Fe Spice and Everything Nice!
MisoLaila,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a blast with Lauren today! You can tell that she really cares about her community and introducing folks to good, authentic New Mexican food! 10/10 recommend. I hope to catch up with her in the future!
Santa Fe Food Tour
H2581JDpaulaw,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time. Learned a lot about Santa Fe. The food was fabulous!!! Best of all was our guide Lauren.
Fantastic!!!❤️❤️❤️
517cyndym,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I truly enjoyed this experience. I liked Lauren. She was very knowledgeable and was eager to educate us. I think I learned a lot. The food was delicious. One of the best meals I have ever had in this type of cuisine. A great day!!!!
Book this tour!
Jeana d01,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved this tour! First food tour I have been on, went with a group of friends. Every stop was amazing. I was afraid it would be too much food and drink, but it wasn’t balanced so well. Lauren was great, so funny and fun. Definitely recommend!
Booking a second tour!
790millim,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lauren was an absolute delight! Sunny, witty, knowledgeable. The food was absolutely amazing, and her chef experience helped us understand the fundamental differences between the red & green chili. The small group size ensured we could all hear and understand what she was saying. 10/10 would recommend.
The best way to be introduced to Santa Fe Cuisine
Q2924SLsarahd,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lauren was the first person in New Mexico that we had the pleasure of spending an afternoon with, and I would love to spend the rest of my time with her in Santa Fe. The breadth of knowledge, genuine passion for the culture and food, and relationships she’s built in this community are evident from every interaction. The restaurants she showed us had incredible food, familial history, and she brought myself and my husband into her world with ease. I cannot recommend this specific chef guides tour, or any tour with Lauren, enough. 10/10- will be back soon to take every other tour provided by Lauren!
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