Red or Green: Chef-Guided New Mexican Lunch Immersion

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Red or Green: Chef-Guided New Mexican Lunch Immersion

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
Reviews
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Duration
2 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 12 guests
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Accessibility
Stroller Accessible
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Language
English
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Other
Gluten-free, Vegetarian, Wheelchair Accessible, Family-friendly, Pet-friendly
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Join a chef-led lunch experience at La Choza, savor authentic New Mexican dishes, explore local flavors, and enjoy a curated margarita tasting for a true culinary journey.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

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.

What You Get

Locally inspired food and beverage tastings.
Fun, passionate and knowledgeable local guide
Hotel pick up and drop off
Customary gratuity for your guide

Good To Know

  • 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
  • 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.
  • This is an adult experience for guests 16 years and over. if you would like to bring your child please contact us to discuss and we are happy to make it work.
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

What You’ll Experience

Santa Fe Farmer's Market (Pass By)

Guided walking tour of the Farmer's Market

Railyard Arts District (Pass By)

Guided walking tour

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Santa Fe Railyard Plaza, Alcaldesa Street, Santa Fe County New Mexico, United States, US, 87501

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We meet underneath the Santa Fe Railyard Water Tower. This is directly across the railroad tracks from the Violet Crown movie theater.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

All bookings are final. Once the host confirms the experience, cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

Reviews
4.9
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Recommended
June 13, 2026

Great 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...read more

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Great way to get introduced to NM cuisine
June 04, 2026

The 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!

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Well worth it!
May 30, 2026

Lauren was entertaining, engaging, and educational and informative. She helped us all enjoy the total experience!

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Red or Green? Yes, please!!
May 16, 2026

Red 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. Fro...read more

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Santa Fe Spice and Everything Nice!
May 09, 2026

Had 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 ...read more

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