One of Santa Fe's Most Imaginative EventsDelves Deep into the Region's Artistic and Culinary Richness
Madison’s contribution to the dinner—Silky Mushroom Pate with Scallion-Walnut Topping—will be prepared by Executive Chefs from The Eldorado Hotel and is the first plated dish of this sumptuous five-course meal. Special limited seating is available at Madison’s Table de Chef. Madison is the founding chef of Greens restaurant in San Francisco and the author of Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone and Local Flavors, Cooking and Eating from America’s Farmers’ Markets, winner of a 2003 James Beard Award.
The other co-Chairs of the International Dinner are Connie Axton of Ventana Fine Art and Kate Collins of Southern Wine and Spirits of New Mexico. Held in the grand Chiaroscuro Gallery surrounded by whimsical and inventive plates painted by Santa Fe School children, the International Dinner tickets are priced at $150 per person include a ticket to the Edible Art Tour. SITE Santa Fe’s Collector’s Forum, and a handmade dinner plate. Special Chef’s Table seating with Deborah Madison limited to 8 guests: $250.00 per person. Reservations required. Call Ventana Fine Art at 505 983 8815 or SFGA 505 982 1648 for tickets, or visit www.santafegalleries.net. The Edible Art Tour (Friday, February 20) returns with yet more galleries and restaurants (30 in all) putting their fertile imaginations and skill together to create a walking tour that samples both the staggering array of fine cuisines offered by the city, but also the equally amazing depth and range of artistry offered by local galleries. Tickets for the Edible Art Tour are $25. Free shuttle buses available. No tired crackers and cheese, The Edible ART Tour offers a world of culinary surprises and wildly imaginative exhibitions developed in collaboration by the galleries and restaurants. Go deep into the fusion of world cuisines at the heart of Santa Fe’s rich culinary experience with dishes ranging from the aphrodisiacal tapas to down-home cowboy Bar-B-Q, classic French cuisine, great wines and a whole neighborhood offering nothing but desserts. Delectable and sophisticated dishes being offered on the tour include: special oyster shooters And a wide range of desserts including extravagant cakes, cookies, chocolate, and full-scale installation created entirely of candy Art on exhibit will include contemporary paintings and sculpture, as well as traditional Southwestern art, traditional and modern pottery and ceramics, textile art, and more. (See attached list of galleries, exhibition themes, and restaurants on the Edible Art Tour). Other ARTfeast Events:Saturday, February 14th: ARTfeast POSTER SIGNING and PLATE PROJECT RECEPTION Thursday, February 10th: SITE Santa Fe’s Collector’s Forum Meet committed art collectors and learn about their diverse collections. High profile Santa Fe collectors are joined by a moderator to talk about how they got started and where their passion took them. Presented by SITE Santa Fe for ARTfeast, the event will offer a glimpse into the depth and diversity of the art experience and the unique perspectives of people who collect in this region. SITE Santa Fe, 1606 Paseo de Peralta. 6 PM. $6 ARTfeast is a project of the Santa Fe Gallery Association through its nonprofit organization, ARTsmart. Since 1996, ARTsmart has given Santa Fe Public Schools more than $185,000 for art supplies and other art-related events. ARTsmart helps raise consciousness and support for visual arts as an essential and integrated aspect of every child’s education. Helping to make ARTfeast possible are Corporate Sponsors La Fonda Hotel and the Cocker Foundation; ARTsmart Sponsor First National Bank of Santa Fe; and Plate Project Business Sponsors: Ancient City Art Crating; Frontier Frames; Artisans/ Santa Fe; Zia Insurance Agency; First State Bank; Santa Fe Photo Express; Boxes, Bubbles and Beans; The Painted Dish; Santa Fe Clay; and Counterpoint Tile. Media Sponsors include: Art & Antiques, Local Flavor, Santa Fean Magazine, and Southwest Art Magazine. Special thanks to Roadrunner Airport Shuttle and Charters for generously donating the vans for the Edible Art Tour. FOR TICKETS AND INFORMATION:Santa Fe Gallery Association (SFGA) 505 982 1648 or Ventana Fine Art 505 983 8815 www.santafegalleries.net EDIBLE ART Tour 2004, Friday February 20th
Edited by Madelyn Miller MADELYN’S SANTA FE FAVORITES WHERE TO STAYBishop’s Lodge Resort and Spa 800-732-2240 La Posada de Santa Fe Resort and Spa, 505-982-5474, 800-5276 Eldorado Hotel, 505-988-4455, 800-955-4455 Inn of the Anasazi, 505-988-3030, 800-688-8100 Inn at Loretto 505-988-5531http://www.hotelloretto.com Inn on the Alameda, 505- 984-2121, 800-289-2122 www.inn-alameda.com WHERE TO EATInn of the Anasazi, 505-988-3236 Geronimo’s 505-988-5531 The Restaurant at the Inn at Loretto 505-988-5531 The Compound Restaurant, 505-982-4353 The Old House, El Dorado Hotel, 505-988-4455 Fuego Restaurant, La Posada Resort, 505-954-9670 SantaCafe, 231 Washington Ave. 800-252-8570 or 505-984-1788. Coyote Cafe, 132 Water St. 505-983-1615 Café Pasquals, 505-983-9340 (if you are traveling alone or in a hurry, ask to sit at the community table) Corn Dance Café at Hotel Santa Fe........Santa Fe's only authentic Native American restaurant. 505.982.1200 or toll free 800.825.9876 BAR WITH THE BEST VIEWBelltower Bar in La Fonda WHAT TO DOBrowse Canyon Road. This gallery row features an amazing assortment of fine art, crafts, antiques, jewelry, clothing and restaurants. Santa Fe School of Cooking, Take the taste of Santa Fe home by enjoying cooking classes featuring Santa Fe’s top chefs whipping up everything from traditional Northern New Mexican cuisine to contemporary Southwest. 505-983-4511 Santa Fe Opera. One of the most famous in the world. In the winter, performances take place at the Lensic theater. www.santafeopera.org. FLEA MARKET. If you are there on a weekend, check out the flea market by the Opera. The land it is on is owned by the Indians. Only open in warmer weather. 10,000 Waves, 505-982-9304. Indulge in an outdoor massage while nimble fingers soothe out any stress. Call ahead because this is a very popular place. If you are adventurous, have an underwater Watsu massage. GREAT GUIDEBOOKSHidden Southwest LET’S GO ADVENTURE GUIDE SOUTHWEST USA 2003 Ski America and Canada has the best and most detailed overview of Santa Fe from a winter tourist/skier/snowboarder's perspective. The new edition (15th) will be in bookstores about mid October. Available from most bookstores, Amazon, bn.com and www.worldleisure.com FOR MORE INFORMATIONSANTA FE: 800-9849984 BEST WAY TO GET THERESOUTHWEST AIRLINES: 800-435-9792 |
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Even in a city already renowned for its fine art and exquisite cuisine, ARTfeast (February 19–21, 2004) stands out as one of Santa Fe’s most sumptuous and imaginative events. The Santa Fe Gallery Association’s annual benefit for ARTsmart—its nonprofit organization supporting art education in public schools—brings together the finest galleries and restaurants for a weekend of tasteful beauty and culinary extravagance. 2004’s ARTfeast kicks it up a notch with 30 galleries and restaurants participating in the Edible ART Tour on Friday, February 20 and an even more elaborate feast at the International Dinner with renowned author and guest chef Deborah Madison on Saturday, February 21, 2004. For tickets and information call SFGA at 505 982 1648 or Ventana Gallery at 505 983 8815; or visit 
International Dinner co-chair and chef Vikki Nulman of The Canyon promises that the banquet will include such delicacies as elk served on grilled focaccio; an elaborate vegan dish of sautéed vegetables with quinoa in a baked acorn squash; an international array of cheeses; and other culinary surprises, including a tantalizing sweet finale. Restaurants generously donating their culinary expertise to create courses and special recipes for the dinner are Andiamo, The Canyon, The Eldorado Hotel, Inn of the Anasazi, Ore House on the Plaza, Osteria d’Assisi, Rio Chama Steakhouse, Sage Bakehouse, The Railyard, with wines provided by Southern Wine and Spirits of New Mexico.