Founded in 2011. We are your Local Connection to the Authentic Santa Fe Experience. There's So Muc
Our select sampling of the best places to visit, some in town, some a little off the beaten path, and some a scenic drive away, all represent a deeply rooted connection to the authentic Santa Fe experience that we locals know and love. Whether you’re visiting for a few days or a few weeks, SantaFeSelection.com gets your exploration of the Land of Enchantment off to a great start.
25/08/2024
Zozobra turns 100 this Friday! It's time to cast off all your gloom and doom and celebrate! Did you know Zozobra was the inspiration for the very first Burning Man?... Check out my blog article for more insight into the artist and inspiration behind this much-loved local tradition!
Zozobra, or “Old Man Grouch” as he was initially named, first burned in 1924, long before the first Burning Man Festival in 1986. He actually served as inspiration for the Burning Man creators, after they experienced a Zozobra Festival in … Continue reading →
26/07/2024
New Mexico Wine Tours is BACK!!! We're thrilled to announce that Cindy Capelli's popular wine tours are back! Explore the oldest wine country in the U.S.
Have a fun cultural food experience with Native horno baking and a delicious meal with friends.
Experience the art of glass blowing - No experience necessary!
Soak in the healing waters of ancient natural, sulphur-free mineral springs. Click link to book your tour. https://santafeselection.com/clgo.php?c=234&v=2111
26/07/2024
New to Santa Fe Selection. Liquid Light Studio + Gallery! In the Baca Street Arts District. We're pleased to include internationally acclaimed glass artist Elodie Holmes and her world-class gallery, and glass-blowing studio.
Join Elodie for an amazing class, and make a one-of-a-kind creation from molten glass. https://santafeselection.com/galleries/liquid-light-glass-studio-gallery
05/06/2024
Planning to visit? Now is the perfect time to book your tour and take the birds eye view and soar over the peaks and valleys of this beautiful part of the world with Southwest Safaris Scenic Air Ventures. Mention Santa Fe Selection when you book! https://santafeselection.com/day-trips-activities/southwest-safaris
07/03/2024
MARCH 9TH Rafting Season Begins with New Mexico River Adventures Book your trips using code SFS10 and receive a special discount! The water levels are optimal this spring! The perfect spring break activity! https://santafeselection.com/clgo.php?c=355&v=0987
22/02/2024
Thank you Barbara!!! Another beautiful image by Barbara Meikle Fine Art is featured on the back cover of our 2024 Mini Guide - "Flock of the Faithful" - oil on canvas! Contact Barbara for more info on this beautiful piece. https://santafeselection.com/clgo.php?c=120&v=8793
30/01/2024
Rafting Season Starts Soon! Check out the many trip options offered. Book your trip now with New Mexico River Adventures - get 10% discount when you book with promo code SFS10 https://santafeselection.com/clgo.php?c=355&v=0987
01/01/2024
IT'S HERE!! The 2024 Mini Guide with 3 maps of Santa Fe and surrounding areas and a quality selection of the best places to EAT, SHOP, EXPLORE. If you're planning a visit this year, EMAIL me your full name and U.S mailing address, at [email protected] and I will send you a copy FREE in advance of your arrival! DO NOT IM me or phone. ONLY EMAIL REQUESTS WILL BE FILLED. Thank you and Happy 2024!!
22/12/2023
With Many Thanks For Another Year Behind Us
& With Warmest Regards...Wishing You & Yours a Safe, Healthy, Happy Holiday Season
&
Cheers! to 2024 and may it be good to us all!!!
Stay Safe & Cozy! ...xoxox Maria 🙂
image: Winter on the Bosque, Oil pastel on board by Maria Johnson
22/11/2023
Just want to wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving! I appreciate you! Stay healthy and Big Hugs!
04/10/2023
SAVE THE DATE and book a table now!
Vanessie Restaurant Presents
Flamenco at Vanessie Performed by ReVóZo, accompanied by professional and student dancers from
Flamenco Youth de Santa Fe of EmiArteFlamenco Academy.
Date: October 13th 2023
Tickets:
Performance Only: $35.00
Tapas menu available
Performance & 3-Course Dinner $65.00
Dinner Seating at 5:30pm
Performance at 6:30pm
Tickets can be purchased online at vanessiesantafe.com
Or By Telephone @ 505-984-1193
Hey there! Did you know there's a new dining experience happening at Vanessie Restaurant and Bar? Each week Thursday through Monday 4pm - 9pm, Chef is creating a fresh 3 course Prix Fixe menu for only $40 plus 3 course wine tasting for $25, or single wines by the glass $12 each. Reservations are required for the dining room prix fixe service. (505)984- 1193.
OR you can just relax in the full bar and enjoy a bar menu of American faves with a southwest flare and lots of cocktails, beers, wines, ciders. Enjoy a mouth-watering menu, and delicious wines in a local landmark, in the center of the historic Guadalupe district, just a few minutes walk from the Plaza, or the Railyard. 4pm - 9pm
Happy Hour 4pm -6pm Thurs - Mon. https://santafeselection.com/clgo.php?c=453&v=5764
31/08/2023
There's still lots of fun and great adventures to be had with New Mexico River Adventures The weather and water are perfect! Book NOW! And mention promocode SFS10 for a discount off your booking! https://santafeselection.com/clgo.php?c=355&v=0987
14/08/2023
Up next for major events in Santa Fe is the Annual SWAIA Indian Market, August 19, 20, 2023 to be held in and around the Santa Fe Plaza. Here's my blog article from a few years back that shows the evolution of this now world famous event, and the famous names, such as the likes of potter Maria Martinez, and others, who started it and participated in it and who we still remember to this day: ...https://santafeselection.com/blog/2013/08/20/santa-fe-indian-market/.
09/08/2023
There's a wonderful new vintage fashions and glassware store to explore. Vintage on Canyon has those unique fashion items and specialty glassware from the bygone eras that make excellent statements today! Visit Mike and Mariah Wed - Sat 11am - 5pm and Sun 11am - 6pm, or by appointment. Located next to The Teahouse at the top of Canyon Road! https://santafeselection.com/clgo.php?c=452&v=7394
25/07/2023
THIS WEEKEND IS SPANISH MARKET July 29 & 30!
ON THURSDAY JULY 27th Head to True West of Santa Fe proudly presenting another exclusive preview of the Masters of Traditional Spanish Market
In celebration of the Traditional Spanish Market, True West Gallery is proud to present the Masters Category of award-winning works by Lawrence Baca, Arlene Cisneros Sena, Juanito Jimenez, Mel Rivera and Rita Padilla Haufmann.
This preview show features Relicario Jewelry, Retablos, Straw Applique and Weavings.
CHECK OUT Dinner For Two Restaurant in Santa Fe and their NEW BOOZY BRUNCH MENU! Now serving Saturdays & Sundays 11am - 2pm. And enjoy their shady patio! https://santafeselection.com/clgo.php?c=403&v=6756
Traditional Breakfast Eggs any style bacon and N.M. Potatoes 15
Grilled Salmon Salad local Mixed Greens vinaigrette 18
Chicken and Waffles Spicy Buttermilk Chicken Pecan brown sugar butter 21
Poached Eggs Green chile Queso and Crab on a crumpet 22
Surf and Turf Discada All the meats under the sun sautéed with onion and tomato Avocado Cream and Tortillas 21
Green Chile Corn Beef Hash House made Corned Beef 22
Huevo Rancheros chefs take on a classic with black beans, jalapeno tomatillo salsa 16
Ribeye and Eggs Colorado Grass fed Beef eggs your way 35
Tomato Soup Basil foam 10
Sides
Oyster Mushroom Soup 10
New Mexico Breakfast Potatoes 5
Thick Cut Bacon 5
Two Eggs Any Style 6
Dessert
Crepe Cake 11
Chocolate cake 11
Carrot cake 11
Cocktails
Murder Hornet Brown sugar Bourbon Five Farms Irish Cream Candied Bacon 16
Miss Bee Haven’ Teller Blueberry Vodka Black Berry Giffard Thyme Mint infusion Apple juice 16
Uptown Girls Your choice Mimosa: Orange Cranberry or Peach 12
Bloody Flora House made Bloody mix with Titos vodka Tajin 16
HOURS
Happy Hours 4 -6:00 pm
Dinner From 4-9 Wednesday and Sunday
Dinner From 4-10 Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Brunch Saturday and Sunday from 11-2pm
See you soon!
505 820-2075
106 N Guadalupe St.
18/07/2023
I was struck by the sad news of Rich Freedman's passing. So sudden and unexpected. He was a lovely man, kind and well-loved by many. He shall be missed by the community. It was a pleasure and privilege to know him.
His much-loved legacy The Teahouse Santa Fe will continue in the capable hands and care of Freda Keller co-owner with Rich of El Farol.
Bye for now Rich! https://santafeselection.com/restaurants/teahouse-santa-fe
SAVE THE DATE for a Special Free Art Week Event at Allan Houser Sculpture Garden.. FREE ART WEEK OPEN HOUSE EVENT
THE ALLAN HOUSER SCULPTURE GARDENS AT
#26 HAOZOUS PLACE, SF NM 87508
JULY 12, 2023
10:00AM to 2:00 PM
This is a free and open event. The gate will open at 10:00 AM. Stroll through the exquisite sculpture garden, explore the Bob Haozous WALKABOUT, view Allan Houser’s painted Cadillac, wander through the on-site gallery of small/medium sculptures and charcoal drawings.
The gallery space also features a “Treasures of the Archive” exhibit and small gift shop.
Get above it all and see Northern New Mexico and the Four Corners region as few ever see it, picnic at the rim of the Grand Canyon, visit the Bisti Badlands and more with Southwest Safaris AirVentures...https://santafeselection.com/clgo.php?c=446&v=3323
25/04/2023
Check out the fun Happy Hour Events coming up at Black Mesa Winery and Cidery, WEDNESDAYS starting tomorrow April 26, see image for details. Click this link to map and more info. https://santafeselection.com/clgo.php?c=297&v=8282
CHEERS!!!
17/04/2023
It's that time of year when The Golden Eye, Santa Fe has their gorgeous ANNUAL SALE. Online and in-store...SAVE THE DATE! It starts at 11am this Friday April 21 and runs through 5pm on April 29th!! Many pieces from local artisans offering the most unique, fine jewelry... https://santafeselection.com/clgo.php?c=17&v=1122
02/03/2023
The Perfect Day Trip: TOUR THE ALLAN HOUSER SCULPTURE GARDENS AT
HAOZOUS PLACE
As spring approaches, it's time for touring the Allan Houser Sculpture Gardens and Gallery at Haozous Place.
With over 70 outdoor works on display in the gardens and an additional 110 smaller works on display in the indoor gallery and Visitor's Center. The Sculpture Gardens are located in the heart of Haozous Place, 20 miles south of Santa Fe. Tours are available by appointment only. Call (505)471-1528 to book.
Haozous Place, 22 Haozous Road, Santa Fe 87508 https://santafeselection.com/clgo.php?c=36&v=1777
A big THANK YOU to Barbara Meikle Fine Art for another beautiful painting for our 2023 Mini Guide's back cover! "Ranchos Afternoon" Oil on Canvas! Thank you Barb!
23/01/2023
It's HERE! The 2023 Mini Guide has arrived and is already at hotels and locations in and around New Mexico! The best curated guide with 3 Maps guiding you to WHERE TO EAT, WHAT TO DO, WHERE TO EXPLORE, SHOP, AND MORE. If you will be visiting Santa Fe this year and would like your free copy mailed to you in advance of your arrival, pop me an email to [email protected] with your complete Name and US Mailing address and I'll get that to you. If you will be visiting with a group, I'm happy to deliver multiple copies to your place of lodging for your date of arrival, if you tell me where and when etc., via email. Please do not IM me for this request. Thank you so much! And remember to use the comprehensive online guide at https://santafeselection.com/home.php
11/01/2023
Check out the NEWS at Santa Fe School of Cooking New Bonus Classes, New Dave's Jazz Bistro Event for Valentine's Day, Restaurant Walking Tours, & so much more...https://santafeselection.com/clgo.php?c=31&v=1359
New Years Eve is around the corner folks and we are gettin ready! Cowgirl is the place to be, We have The Ron Crowder Band playing from 9-12:30 NYE and a champagne toast at midnight! Hope to see y’all here!
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Santa Fe Selection Travel Guide posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
Contact The Business
Send a message to Santa Fe Selection Travel Guide:
Want your business to be the top-listed Travel Agency?
Share
Insights into Immersive, Unique Experiences in Northern New Mexico -Our Story
Our travel guide offers a quality selection of the best places to visit, some in town, some a little off the beaten path, and some a scenic drive away. All our recommendations guide you to a deeply rooted connection to the authentic Santa Fe experience that we locals know and love. Whether you’re visiting for a few days or a few weeks, SantaFeSelection.com gets your exploration of the Land of Enchantment off to a great start!
On my first visit in 1984, I was fortunate to be shown around Santa Fe by locals who loved their home town and showed me their favorite places, introduced me to colorful characters, and helped make my experience of Santa Fe and Northern New Mexico very special, and I'll always be grateful for that. I explored places and enjoyed experiences I would never have found on my own, and I realized that Santa Fe isn't like anywhere else.
Travel sites nowadays are so impersonal and overwhelming with their exhaustive lists and distracting ad content, and are not created by locals who love the area.
I created Santa Fe Selection Travel Guide so that I could share my personal recommendations to travelers - many of which I received when I first visited. My curated travel guide website, Mini Guide Maps and concierge cards focus on locally-owned small businesses, tour operators, artists, restaurants, and immersive experiences; those things that I know offer a sense of “insider” access to the area's history, art, culture, people, traditions, and flavors that are authentic and characteristically New Mexican. Our lodging category offers special discount links where you can book directly and receive discounts that are exclusive to Santa Fe Selection. If you’d like a Mini Guide Map mailed to you in advance of your arrival, send me an email request to [email protected].
Click the "blog" link at the top of our website pages on SantaFeSelection.com, and you'll find my blog articles help you know greater detail about everything from "Weather and What to Pack", things to do, places to see, people to meet and interesting historic details about the area. You can sign up to receive our monthly updates and stay in touch with the Land of Enchantment by emailing me at [email protected].
In addition to the free travel guide of my favorite places in a simple and easy-to-navigate site, you can get personal referrals from me, either by email or by phone. I also offer a trip planning service that involves creating your customized itinerary from start to finish, including lodging and all activities for your visit (fees do apply for this service).
Come visit us and have a fantastic visit to the City Different in the Land of Enchantment!
