santa fe, taos, chimayo, nm culinary retreat

join us for a one-of-a-kind culinary adventure in the glorious land of enchantment-enjoy lodging in the high desert, learn cooking & baking techniques specific to the authentic cuisine of new mexico, form new friendships and soak up gorgeous sandia pink sunsets. 

❋ travel arrangements

Chef Sally Culinary will arrange all travel and lodging accommodations for each guest.

❋ collaborative teamwork

Connection is a core part of the process. You’ll learn just as much from the group as from the content itself.

❋ culinary syllabus/menus/recipes

Each participant will receive an in-depth syllabus, planned menus and recipe booklets. 

❋ supportive space

Our events prioritize comfort, safety, and respect so you can show up as you are and fully engage in the process.

Day One

Arrive & Meet

As everyone arrives, we take time to settle in, get comfortable, and begin connecting with those around us. Your culinary journey begins here. We will enjoy a fun New Mexican Charcuterie & Agua Fresca Class before our family style dinner. 

Day Two

Coffee & Tea, Breakfast in Taos! Syllabus, New Mexico, A Culinary History Block 1 Instruction

Ojo Caliente Hot Springs & Spa

I can’t wait to show you Ojo Caliente! Hot Springs, Mud Baths, Massage (optional), Relaxation to the Maxation! Upon our return, we will settle back in and complete BLOCK 2 Instruction, get special Dia de los Muertos face paintings, Enjoy the dinner we prepared together outside on the patio, watch the sunset and star gaze while enjoying an evening mocktail. 

Day Three

Hello Chimayo & Santa Fe!

Breakfast will be served at 7 am/Around 8 am we will depart on a shuttle to Santa Fe! We will visit the plaza, enjoy a leisurely lunch and shopping. Afterwards, we will head approximately 30 miles north to Chimayo for dinner at a very special dinner at the infamous Hacienda Rancho de Chimayo family-owned cafe.

  • "To create one's world in any of the arts takes courage".

    -Georgia O’Keefe

  • "Until I came to New Mexico, I never realized how much beauty water adds to a river".

    -Mark Twain

  • "This land took my family and then it gave my family back to me".

    -Lulu Mae Bonnell (My great grandmother) who was a pioneer. I’ll share her story with you.