Santa Fe's Premier Winter Events: Kick Off 2016 with Food, Beer, and Skiing
As January arrives in Santa Fe—The City Different—the holiday jingles may fade, but winter festivities continue in full swing. Bundle up and discover the top winter events that showcase Santa Fe's unique spirit.
Santa Fe's New Culinary Highlight: The Foodie Classic
Santa Fe has long been a haven for enthusiasts of innovative modern and traditional cuisine. We're excited to introduce the inaugural Santa Fe Foodie Classic, a three-day event from January 15–17, 2016. The Grand Tasting is scheduled for January 16 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The festivities begin at the Eldorado Hotel & Spa with a "7 Deadly Sins" dinner, featuring seven gourmet courses crafted by Executive Chef Tony Smith, each paired with complementary wines. Expect world-class Flamenco performances, stunning venue design, and a celebration of New Mexico's vibrant flavors.
On Sunday, January 17, the Santa Fe School of Cooking hosts a morning demonstration, followed by an afternoon three-course secret basket competition among three top local chefs selected from Grand Tasting participants. For tickets and details, visit www.santafefoodieclassic.com.
Local Santa Fe chefs shine at this inaugural culinary event. Photo courtesy of Heritage Productions.
Who Will Claim Victory at the 2016 Souper Bowl?
The 22nd annual Souper Bowl, benefiting The Food Depot—Northern New Mexico's food bank—takes place Saturday, January 30, 2016, from 12:00 to 2:30 p.m. at the Santa Fe Community Convention Center. Attendees vote for Santa Fe's best soups from top restaurants, enjoy silent auction items, and purchase a cookbook with recipes from renowned chefs.
Competitions include Best Cream Soup, Best Savory Soup, Best Seafood Soup, and Best Vegetarian Soup, with all vying for overall Best Soup. It's the perfect way to warm up on a chilly January day in Santa Fe.
From left, Shannon Papin and Karen Gascon from Pizzeria de Lino serve cioppino soup to Paul Keshtkar at a previous Souper Bowl. Photo courtesy of The Albuquerque Journal.
WinterBrew Festival: Craft Beer and Comfort Food
Craft beer lovers won't want to miss WinterBrew 2016, the New Mexico Brewers Guild's fifth annual festival pairing intimate tastings with comfort foods. Its popularity has expanded it to two days.
Each night features unique brewers and chefs, including restaurants like Blue Corn Brewery, Piñon Pub, Derailed, and Second Street Brewery. Breweries include Santa Fe Brewing, Bathtub Row Brewing Co., La Cumbre, Turtle Mountain, Second Street, Santa Fe Hard Cider, Tractor Brewing, Duel Brewing, Abbey Brewing, Bosque Brewing, Little Toad Creek Brewery & Distillery, Red Door Brewing, Blue Corn Brewery/Chama River, Marble Brewery, Taos Mesa Brewing, Sierra Blanca, and Spotted Dog.
Held at the Santa Fe Farmers Market. For tickets and information, visit the New Mexico Brewers Guild website.
Warm your craft beer passion at the WinterBrew Festival.
Make Ski Santa Fe Your Ultimate Winter Adventure
Embark on the scenic 16-mile drive from Santa Fe Plaza into the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to reach Ski Santa Fe, a destination unto itself.
High above the city, it offers diverse terrain: beginner slopes, cruiser runs, bump trails, glades, tree skiing, chutes, and bowls. After skiing, unwind in Santa Fe with hearty New Mexican cuisine or fireside drinks.
Mother Nature favors Northern New Mexico skiers this season—seize the opportunity!
Plan your perfect New Year with these events, embracing the joy of Santa Fe's winter offerings. Order the official 2015 Santa Fe travel guide—and watch for the new 2016 edition—for endless inspiration on renewal and discovery.
