I love it when a client tasks me with something that allows me to go out and scout either new locations or new dinner sites. It often means making a new discovery.
And sometimes, because I can't possibly see or taste everything that Santa Fe has to offer, a restaurant or site may well be a Santa Fe mainstay and still be new to me.
Such is the case with my first-time visit to Ristra.
Named for the garlands of dried red chiles that hang from the portals of Santa Fe homes, the restaurant is tucked into a lovely, modest adobe home at 548 Agua Fria Street, just west of Our Lady of Guadalupe church.
And sometimes, because I can't possibly see or taste everything that Santa Fe has to offer, a restaurant or site may well be a Santa Fe mainstay and still be new to me.
Such is the case with my first-time visit to Ristra.
Named for the garlands of dried red chiles that hang from the portals of Santa Fe homes, the restaurant is tucked into a lovely, modest adobe home at 548 Agua Fria Street, just west of Our Lady of Guadalupe church.
Warmly welcomed by owner Eric Lamalle, I sit inside and pour over the menu while staff hustled in the background setting up for the evening's dinner. Lamelle speaks with pride about both the menu and his executive chef, Xavier Grenet, who worked in Paris under Chef Joel Robuchon, one of the world's most celebrated chefs. While Robuchon is a master of Japanese-inspired French cuisine, Grenet specializes in what Lamalle calls a "new American cuisine with Southwestern and French influences."So if you're seeking a venue for a rehearsal dinner or Friday night Welcome Dinner for up to 80 plus out-of-town guests on the vine-covered patio in spring, summer or fall, or a more intimate dinner inside in the winter, give Eric a call at 505.982.8608. He will be happy to customize a special menu quite reasonably for your event, complete with appetizers (try the Black Mediterranean Mussels with chipotle), a choice of entrees (may I suggest the Crispy King Salmon or Grilled Elk Tenderloin), seasonal wines and dessert.
For more menu ideas, visit www.ristrarestaurant.com
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