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
Specialized infant seats are available
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Santa Fe Farmer's Market
Guided walking tour of the Farmer's Market
Railyard Arts District
Guided walking tour
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
Options
Chef-Guided New Mexican Lunch
2 hour chef guided lunch: Chef-curated, two-course luncheon with a guided exploration of New Mexican cuisine
Reviews
105 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience!
michael g,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The food and tour were excellent. We would highly recommend the tour to anyone visiting Santa Fe. A great exposure to the food of the region and history of the Railyard.
Delicious and informative
Rebekah D,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fabulous food tour! We loved learning history about Mexican food and New Mexico food. Lauren was very fun and informative. And she was able to accommodate a dietary restriction which I was very grateful for. She also gave us fabulous recommendations so we could try a few other places during our stay in Santa Fe. Highly recommend.
Palate pleasing from start to finish
clairerZ1443TA,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience on this tour with Chef Lauren! We appreciated her knowledge colorful culinary background, mixed with the history of the area and the, of course, the food and marg tastings were so good! The top off was an interesting twist and we would recommend it to all! We hated to see it end!
The best way to compare Mexican and New Mexican cuisine
Sue H,,Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lauren is a great guide. It is obvious she loves what she does and that enthusiasm quickly spreads to any group she leads. We were 8, and I was traveling solo, and by the time the tour was over, we were fast friends. She knows a lot about New Mexican cuisine, and she explains things in an entertaining way. The tour includes lunch with two different margaritas, as variety of great dishes, and a stop at an ice cream shop to try local flavors as well. A wonderful tour for foodies and history buffs, and also a way to get great recommendations for further meals and shopping.
Amazing guide, amazing food
P9479KMmadisons,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lauren was an incredible guide! The tour was educational and so much fun. We got to eat like locals and try things we never would have chosen on our own. So delicious. Thank you for the experience! We will remember it forever.
Delicious, and informative!
Vacation62471153888,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lauren is reslly amazing. Knowledgeable, tailors things to the audiences needs, and she truly cares and is just a lot of fun.
We would take any of Lauren's tours again.
Departure01394954273,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lauren was our guide. She is amazing. So knowledgeable and fun. This was our favorite activity on our trip. The food and margaritas at Las Choza was so good. And the flavors of the ice cream were so creative and tasty at La Lecheria Railyard.
Best Chef-Led Foodie Tour
Jane H,,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a fabulous tour with a dynamic chef who explains the differences between New Mexican and Mexican cuisine, types of margaritas, and provides a history of restaurants in the area. The restaurants we visited were absolutely wonderful.
Culinary delight!
Patricia K,,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A wonderful blend of Santa Fe culture and food. Very pleasant experience and I learned so much! The food was excellent!!!! Our guide Lauren was great!
Fun chef-led tour to...
Betsy W,,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun chef-led tour to enjoy local southwestern fare in Santa Fe. Food was delicious. Chef was fun and knowledgeable.
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