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Summer in Santa Fe is unlike anywhere else in the country. In this episode of The Real Santa Fe Podcast, we share our favorite summer events, local traditions, and insider tips to help you make the most of the season.

From the world-famous Santa Fe Opera and International Folk Art Market to Traditional Spanish Market, Indian Market, and the Wine & Chile Fiesta, we're covering the events that bring more than 100,000 visitors to our city every summer. Plus, we're sharing a local secret that most visitors never discover.

In this episode:
• Summer Scene free concerts and movies: https://lensic360.org/tag/summer%20scene
• Santa Fe Opera season and tailgating traditions: https://www.santafeopera.org/company/press-news-media/the-santa-fe-opera-announces-the-2026-season/
• Fourth of July Pancakes on the Plaza: https://www.pancakesontheplaza.com/
• El Rancho de las Golondrinas Wine Festival: https://golondrinas.org/annual-events/festivals/santa-fe-wine-festival/
• International Folk Art Market: https://folkartmarket.org/
• Traditional & Contemporary Spanish Market: https://traditionalspanishmarket.org/
• Indian Market: https://www.swaia.org/
• Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta: https://santafewineandchile.org/
• Our favorite local tour company for exploring Santa Fe and Northern New Mexico, Vigilante Guides: https://vigilanteguides.com/

Whether you're planning your first visit or you've been coming to Santa Fe for years, this episode is packed with ideas for experiencing the City Different like a local.

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#SantaFe #NewMexico #SantaFeEvents #IndianMarket #SantaFeOpera #TravelNewMexico #TheRealSantaFe #SantaFeSummer #VisitSantaFe #WineAndChileFiesta

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In this episode, Bunny welcomes Ella Raymont and Geoffrey Pomey, two of the stars from the Santa Fe Playhouse’s upcoming Dracula. They share their Santa Fe stories, the alchemy of an ensemble cast, and what it’s like to bring a new feminist lens to one of the most legendary horror stories of all time. This is a conversation about art, risk, and why Santa Fe might just be the most inspiring small city for creatives anywhere.

Santa Fe Playhouse Website: https://santafeplayhouse.org/

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Bunny sits down with Ryan VanderGiesen, founder of Hello Sweet Cream, the artisanal ice cream shop winning hearts from Eldorado to CHOMP. Ryan shares his leap from a Fortune 35 corporate role to “phase two” in Santa Fe, family roots in soda fountains, and the craft behind his ultra-creamy, low-overrun ice cream. We talk blue corn with piñon brittle, basil-berry cheesecake crumble, apple green chile crumble, and a new 21+ pumpkin-ale experiment.

Plus: why Santa Fe’s kindness, creativity, and community made this dream possible—and where to find a fresh waffle cone today.

Find Hello Sweet Cream: IG @heysweetcream • FB @hellosweetcream • hellosweetcream.com

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Bunny sits down with Thea Mason and Trish Spencer, two of the three owners of Three Roots Designs, to talk about the Santa Fe magic that turns houses into soulful, lived-in homes. They share their paths to Santa Fe, why our city’s deep history and cultural mix shape everything from adobe to contemporary, and how they help clients refresh spaces—often by honoring cherished pieces and adding just-right updates. We bust the myth that hiring a designer is intimidating (their initial consult is free), dig into collaboration vs. “imposed” style, and swap easy first steps to make any room more welcoming. Plus: rotating local artists in their shop, favorite Santa Fe spots, and why home should feel like a hug after a long day.

Highlights: approachable design, working with what you own, budget-friendly sequencing, local art & gifts, and the many faces of “Santa Fe style.”

If you enjoy this conversation, subscribe, leave a quick review, and stop by Three Roots to say hello—tell them Bunny sent you!

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Join host Bunny Terry on The Real Santa Fe as she sits down with Cheryl Alters Jamison—James Beard Award-winning cookbook author and Santa Fe food authority—to explore what makes Santa Fe one of America’s top foodie destinations.

Cheryl shares her 45-year Santa Fe story, the evolution of the Santa Fe food scene, and insider tips on today’s best restaurants, food trucks, and hidden gems. You’ll also hear the backstory of iconic spots like the Plaza Café and Rancho de Chimayó, plus her take on must-try dishes from Frito pies to biscochitos.

If you’re planning a trip to Santa Fe—or just hungry to learn more about its rich food culture—this episode is your ultimate guide to eating in Santa Fe.

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Santa Fe’s most delicious week is here. In this episode of The Real Santa Fe, host Bunny Terry sits down with Mary Hallahan, Executive Director of the Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta, to share how a one-day tasting in 1991 became a five-day, city-wide celebration of food, wine, and community.

We cover exactly what to expect September 26–28, 2025—from Chile Friday at Fort Marcy Park and the Grand Tasting (80+ wineries; 60+ restaurants) to winery dinners across top Santa Fe restaurants, expert-led seminars, Sky Railway’s wine rides, and Sunday favorites like Rosé All Day and Bubbles & Boots. Mary also spotlights the Fiesta’s mission: supporting Santa Fe’s restaurant and hospitality community, funding food education for kids, and creating pathways for emerging sommeliers.

You’ll get insider tips on tickets, ride share and shuttle options, pacing at altitude, what to wear (hello, fashion on the lawn), and why this weekend lands in Santa Fe’s perfect weather window.

Planning your trip: Events sell out fast—check availability now at SantaFeWineAndChile.org.

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When Julie Hill and her husband moved from Oregon to Santa Fe, they were searching for space, beauty, and community—and they found it all in Eldorado. In this episode of The Real Santa Fe Show, Julie shares how she instantly connected with her new neighborhood, from hiking trails and sunset views to a warm, welcoming community. Now a board member and vice president of the Eldorado Arts and Crafts Association, Julie is helping lead the 33rd Annual Eldorado Studio Tour—New Mexico’s largest and longest-running open studio event.

Join us as we dive into Julie’s journey, what makes Eldorado a hidden gem for artists and families, and why this September’s tour is a must-attend event for art lovers and collectors alike.

📅 Preview Night: Friday, September 19, 5–7 PM at the Eldorado Community Center
🎨 Studio Tour: September 20–21, 9 AM–5 PM
📍 Learn more at EldoradoArts.org

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In this heartfelt episode of The Real Santa Fe Show, the tables are turned as producer (and daughter) Johanna Medina interviews host Bunny Terry about her own journey to The City Different. Bunny shares how a childhood dream led her to take a leap of faith, move to Santa Fe, and build a new life—only to be faced with a shocking stage 4 cancer diagnosis months later.

With warmth and honesty, Bunny reflects on how Santa Fe’s beauty, community, and compassionate care became central to her healing, and how gratitude transformed her life. Whether you’re curious about Santa Fe’s magic, looking for inspiration to take your own leap, or searching for hope in the face of adversity, Bunny’s story will move you and remind you why Santa Fe is like nowhere else.

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