Santa Fe Chocolate Trail
by Madelyn Miller, the TravelLady
Todos Santos Chocolates and Confections
Sena Plaza Courtyard
125 E. Palace #31
 Todos
Santos carries house made creations including truffles, toffee and gold or
silver covered chocolate Milagros as well as eclectic confections from
around the world. I took more pictures there on my first visit than I do of
my grandchildren who I love even more than chocolate.
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Kakawa Chocolate House
1050 E. Paseo de Peralta
505-982-0388
www.kakawachocolates.com
Passionate Dark Chocolate, Exotic Truffles, fine desserts (I sampled a
cardamom rose ice cream on a recent visit—but flavors change daily)
ChocolateSmith
851-A Cerrillos Road
505-473-2111
www.chocolatesmith.com
Handmade dark chocolates made daily. Toffee Almond Bark, Don Juan Pecans,
Green Chile Pistachio Bark, Sea Salt Caramel, White Chocolate
Lemon Lavender Bark, Chile Chocolates. You can visit their chocolate foundry
and gift shop just south of Whole Foods.
C.G. Higgins Confections
847 Ninita (at St. Francis
Drive 3 blocks North of Cerillos)
505-820-1315
www.cghiggins.com
Chocolate Truffles, Boutique Caramel Corns, Nut Brittles and Chocolate
Sipping Drinks
Chocolate Maven Bakery
821 W. San Mateo suite C
505-982-4400
www.chocolatemaven.com
A long-standing local favorite, Chocolate Maven does it all: breakfast,
lunch, dinner, high tea, brunch and all different kinds of pastry. Award
winning chef Peter Zimmer uses local organic produce.
FAVORITE DESSERTS AT FAVORITE RESTAURANTS
Luminaria
 If I could repeat only
one chocolate experience in Santa Fe, it would be the chocolate truffles at
Luminaria in the Inn and Spa at Loretto. They would go in my own personal
Hall  of
Fame. I had a chance to meet Andrea Clover, the pastry chef who
created this culinary wonder. She graciously spent a few minutes with me the
day before four weddings and Father’s Day. And when I requested chocolate
for a photo, she brought out some chocolate turtles. I am pretty smart, if I
do say so myself. At least when it comes to chocolate.
I also tasted some chocolates she made for an evening event. I would love
to be her personal taste tester. She is a genius of chocolate.
Inn and Spa at Loretto
211 Old Santa Fe Trail
505-982-5511
www.innatloretto.com
Amavi
 Chocolate Bavarois: Dark,
Milk, and White Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate Flourless Torte, Cherry Compote,
Vanilla Anglaise (note: this is all ONE dessert)
French Dacquoise Cake: Hazelnut and Almond Meringue, Coffee Buttercream,
Dark Chocolate Ganache
House Made Semifreddi: Bittersweet chocolate espresso, Dulce de Leche
Sauce
Amavi on Shelby
221 Shelby Street
505-988-2355
www.amavirestaurant.com
 Rio Chama
The Rio Chama Chocolate
Pot with Creme Anglaise
Peanut Cup - Vanilla Ice Cream with Chocolate Sauce and Caramel Sauce
with Roasted Peanuts and Whipped Cream, in a Chocolate Cup
414 Old Santa Fe Trail
505-955-0765
www.riochamasteakhouse.com
La Plazuela at La Fonda Hotel
 Mexican Chocolate Streusel
–Mexican Chocolate Cake with a Streusel topping served warm and topped with
roasted  Banana
Ice Cream. Surprise ingredient in the streusel was a touch of chili. The
chili in the streusel is classic Northern New Mexican derivation from the
Aztec’s – they made a hot chocolate with chili.
100 E. San Francisco
505-989-330
505-982-5511
www.lafondasantafe.com
Chocolate Tres Leches- a dense, moist, Mexican Chocolate Sponge Cake
drenched with Three-Milk Cream, served with vanilla whipped cream,
strawberry compote and a port wine syrup.
 Restaurant Martin
 Bittersweet Chocolate
Truffle Cake with Pumpkinseed Crumble and Toasted Cinnamon Ice Cream
Elements of Chocolate and Banana - Flourless Chocolate Banana Cake,
Caramelized Banana,
Milk Chocolate Cremieux, Peanut Butter-Chocolate and Banana Pudding
526 Galisteo Street
505-820-0919
[email protected]
WWW.restaurantmartinsantafe.com
Body
 This is the go-to place
for raw and organic chocolate. I would recommend everything I tried except
the chocolate  hemp cookie—it
was dry and crumbly (sort of what you would expect healthy chocolate to be
like) But everything else was creamy and smooth and richly chocolatey.
Maybe I am just too old for hemp.
333 Cordova Road
505-986-0362
www.bodyofsantafe.com
El Paradero Bed & Breakfast Inn
 You have to stay here to taste the yummy chocolate chili brownies. But
that is just one of the many good reasons to stay at Paradero. Afternoon tea
changes every afternoon—but seems to always feature the Chili Chocolate
Brownies.
El Paradero Bed & Breakfast Inn
220 West Manhattan
Santa Fe, NM
87501
www.elparadero.com
Osteria
 Chocolate Turrine
I know it is a cliché—but this is indescribably delicious. Moist dense
 and
mousse-like this is a treat –especially for serious chocolate lovers.
55 South Federal Place
505-986-5858
www.osteriadassisi.net
 Flying Stars
The desserts are the stars here, and I have a zillion pictures. I wish I
 could have tasted them
all—but will go back and keep trying and tasting.
500 Market Street in the Railyard
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505-216-3939
www.flyingstarcafe.com
Inn on the Alameda
 Everyone
knows the best way to start the day is the with Chocolate. Mexican thought
chocolate was the food of the gods, but at Inn on the Alameda, the
bountiful complimentary breakfast includes chocolate croissants. Okay, they
don’t make them there—but they sure know where to buy them.
Inn on the Alameda
303 Alameda
888-984-2124
505-984-2121
Dessert Divas
 Who would expect to find world class chocolate in the middle of a flea
market in an old horse racing site? Not me, so I was sort of surprised when
a friend raved about the chocolate. Rave was an understatement. Amazing
blends of chocolate and chili's that reflect the Southwestern Influence.
Rattlesnake Bites – the Divas' own fudge truffle Ancho chili brownie topped
with cream, roasted nuts, bittersweet chocolate chunks & then her signature
toasted pepitas. Watch out for the spicy ‘bite’…. This one will
sneak up & get you when you’re not looking!
Rattlesnake bites are the perfect souvenir. If you can get them home
without eating them all.
The Dessert Divas
505-220-7570
[email protected]
Man cannot live by Chocolate Alone…although I would like to try
Where to Stay
Inn and Spa at Loretto
211 Old Santa Fe Trail
505-982-5511
www.innatloretto.com
Reflecting the culture and sophistication of Santa Fe, New Mexico, the
Inn and Spa at Loretto effortlessly blends old-world charm with world-class
luxury. Famous for its traditional pueblo architecture and first class
service.
Inn on the Alameda
303 Alameda
888-984-2124
505-984-2121
Relax in tranquil courtyards tucked behind adobe walls, nestled between
the historic Plaza and Canyon Road. Convenient parking
Paradero Bed and Breakfast Inn
220 West Manhattan
www.elparadero.com
866-558-0918
505-988-1177
Gourmet breakfasts and an afternoon tea of home baked
goodies
Shopping
Everyone suggests Canyon Road and the Indian market on the Plaza. Finding
a bargain is a little tougher. I needed a strap for my sunglasses (very
necessary) and I stopped in to Dressman’s Gifts on the Plaza. Family owned
and operated since 1952 they sell authentic Indian jewelry and curio., I
bought a colorful woven strap for two dollars. I saw them other places for
five dollars and more. I would trust them for small souvenirs.
I think the Inn and Spa at Loretto might be the true epi-center of
shopping. There are gorgeous stores with unique but pricey items, but if you
step outside the door, you will find vendors selling many craft items.
Probably not authentic, but the prices are realistic. Since they are just
off the square, even the indoor shops nearby are less expensive
I always go to the Tesuque Flea Market and found some treasures at the
newer flea market at the Downs. My best purchase this trip was an antique
button necklace for $20.
Want to be an Artist?
Artists flock to Santa Fe for the light and cultural inspiration.
Internationally known clay artist Heidi Loewen offers classes for all
levels, including beginners. Her specialty is wheel throwing. Heidi glazes
your work and ships it back to you. The best souvenir-schedule a private
class for $150 an hour per person. She will teach anytime you want to
schedule. Near the O’Keeffe Museum. 315 Johnson Street, Santa Fe.
www.heidiloewen.com
Marvelous Museums
If you are a museum lover, buy a pass to all the museums for significant
savings
Georgia O'Keeffe Museum
217 Johnson Street
www.okeeffemuseum.org
505-946-1000
Museum of Indian Arts & Culture
12,000 years of
Southwestern Native American cultural history
710 Camino Lejo on Museum
Hill
505-476-1269
www.IndianArtsandCulture.org
Museum of International Folk Art
Regularly voted Santa Fe’s “Favorite Museum”, it houses the largest
collection of traditional folk art in the world.
706 Camino Lejo on
Museum Hill
505-476-1200
www.InternationalFolkArt.org
New Mexico Museum of Art
Celebrating the diverse arts
of New Mexico
107 West Palace Avenue
505-476-5072
www.NMArtMuseum.org
New Mexico History Museum/Palace of the Governors
The
stories that made America’s West come alive in New Mexico’s newest museum
113 Lincoln Avenue
505-476-5200
www.NMHistoryMuseum.org
When to go
There are four distinct seasons in Santa Fe including snow during the
winter in the city. The hottest month is June when temperatures reach into
the mid to upper nineties. The daily temperature typically changes 30
degrees due to the city's elevation and cool evenings. Normal rainfall is 14
inches a year. I often try to coordinate my visit with one of the many
festivals going on.
Santa Fe Wine and Chile Festival
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International Folk Art Market
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Art Feast
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How to get there
American Eagle’s non-stop service to and from DFW and Los Angeles to
Santa Fe uses the 44-seat Embraer ERJ-140 jet. The $20 million aircraft
cruises at 500+ mph and 40,000 feet..
“We are very pleased to connect Santa Fe, the New Mexico Airport of the
Year, to the network of 250 cities in 40 countries of American
Airlines and it’s oneWorld alliance partners”, according to Daniel Heath,
Managing Director of Marketing & Sales for the American Airlines Regional
Network.
The Santa Fe Municipal Airport was recently upgraded to handle regional
jets like the Embraer and was voted "Airport of the Year" by the New Mexico
Airport Managers Association in 2009. The airport is located on the
southwestern edge of the city, about a 20-minute shuttle ride into historic
downtown. Rental cars are also available.
Santa Fe Information
http://www.santafe.org
Madelyn Miller is a travel and food writer who thinks of Santa Fe as one
of her favorite places to visit. She wrote this while planning her next trip
and it brought lots of great memories and made her decide to stay longer
this time.
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