like German-born Zadoc Staab, who
with his brother Abraham, came to Santa
Fe in 1853 to work with their cousins the
Santa Fe Spiegelberg brothers."
The Jewish population remained an
intimate group during those early years;
and although limited in numbers, its
members made significant contributions
not only to the business community
but to the arts as well. "Music and the
arts were expressions of their European
backgrounds," writes Tomas Jaehn in
Jewish Pioneers of New Mexico. "Their
grand, architecturally stylish homes
became centers of the region's social
and cultural activity." Stories of some
members of Santa Fe's historic Jewish
community were told in an exhibi-
tion, "Jewish Pioneers of New Mexico,
1821-1917," that ran continuously from
October 2000 to December 2004 at the
Palace of the Governors.
Multiple places of religious obser-
vance serve Jews in Santa Fe today. But
surprisingly, the first Jewish place of
worship was not erected until the early
1950s: Reform congregation Temple
Beth Shalom.
Jeannie Weiner of West Bloomfield,
author of the 2009 novel Santa Fe Sister
PLACES TO EAT
Geronimo
724 Canyon Road
(505) 982-1500
www.geronimorestaurantcorn
Inside this classic territorial-style adobe structure,
once home to wealthy landowner Geronimo Lopez
(allegedly his spirit haunts the restaurant), you will
find one of the loveliest dining interiors around.
Voted "Most Popular Restaurant in New Mexico" by
Zagat's from 2000-2004.
The Pink Adobe
406 Old Santa Fe Trail
(505) 983-7712
www.thepinkadobe.com
A legendary spot once owned by a local notable, the
late Rosalea Murphy, this 300-year-old adobe struc-
ture is a staple for politicos, celebrities and artists.
With its Dragon Room bar across the way offering
small bites and other menu items, the restaurant
serves a combination Cajun/New American fare.
Nostrani Ristorante
304 Johnson Street
(505) 983-3800
www.trattorianostrani . corn
A regular stop for actor Tommy Lee Jones when he
is in town, this highly revered restaurant was named
"one of the top 50 restaurants in the U.S." by
Gourmet magazine. With a menu featuring seasonal
Northern Italian cuisine and a superb wine list, this
place is an epicurean's delight.
(iUniverse; $16.95) and one of three
Jewish girls in her class at the temple,
remembers the time when the edifice
did not yet exist.
"The small community of Jews
in Santa Fe, prior to the building of
the temple, met in various homes
for Sabbaths and holidays and had a
few Purim parties at Palen Hall (the
Episcopalian church social hall)," she
said. "When the temple was built, some
Jews from Los Alamos joined us, and
people from Taos came for the High
Holidays."
Today, the number of Jewish families
in Santa Fe has increased. It is dif-
ficult to determine the exact size of the
Jewish population of Santa Fe (including
Hispanic Americans descended from
converso families who are newly redis-
covering and embracing their Jewish
roots), but estimates run at around 5,000,
according to a 2008 survey commissioned
by the Santa Fe Arts Commission.
Temple Beth Shalom now counts
around 350 families as congrega-
tion members, including people like
Philadelphia-native Harry Shapiro, now
approaching his 20th year as a Santa
Fean.
Cafe Pasqual's
121 Don Gaspar
(505) 983-9340
www.pasquals.com
This is an absolute must for at least one meal while
in Santa Fe. True to its Web site description, "Cafe
Pasqual's has been serving emphatically flavored
cuisine inspired by the culinary traditions of New
Mexico, Old Mexico and Asia," dedicated to using
fresh, seasonal organic and naturally raised foods.
Harry's Roadhouse
96B Old Las Vegas Highway
(505) 989-4629
A local favorite, the slogan reads "A Square Meal
Every Time!" Harry's offers good, decently priced
comfort food and lighter fare, along with great
margaritas. Genial atmosphere. Located about a
15-minute drive outside of the city, but well worth
the trip.
THINGS TO DO
Recreational Activities
Historic Walks of Santa Fe
(Jewish History Tour with Joel Stein)
(505) 986-8388
www.historicwalksofsantafe.corn
iScoot Santa Fe
(Scooter Rental)
312 Read St.
(505) 577-5048
www.iscootsantafe.com
The well-known restaurateur estab-
lished local favorite Harry's Roadhouse.
This modern-day Santa Fe classic is a
staple for those "in the know" and boasts
the worthy distinction as the only place
in town to get latkes and brisket.
Latkes aside — Harry's Roadhouse is
simply the beginning of the list of great
places to eat, things to do and places to
see in Santa Fe.
Jeannie Weiner offers her sugges-
tions.
"Even if you are not a museum per-
son, walk along Canyon Road and check
out the galleries," she says. "At the end
of the road is the largest adobe building
in the world, El Rey Church."
Next, she says, "head to Museum
Hill. Be sure to go to the Wheelwright
Museum to see one of the few museums
about Indians that they have created
themselves — very factual and lovely
displays."
Weiner says renting a car while in
Santa Fe is a good idea because there
are many short day trips to be enjoyed,
like Georgia O'Keeffe's Abiquiu home
and studio, the old mining towns of
Madrid and Cerrillos and the healing
land at Chimayo. Taos, N.M., is about a
two-hour drive.
Weiner also suggests attending the
Indian Market if you're there in August
and the world-renowned Santa Fe
Opera, whose season runs July-August.
"Visit the oldest church in the country
(San Miguel Mission), then stop in for
a drink at the Pink Adobe across the
street," she says. "Also check out the
Hebrew inscription at the Cathedral
[Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi] down-
town, which speaks of the great rela-
tionship between the Jews and Catholics
historically."
In any case, whether you visit Santa
Fe to discover years past or to explore
what is happening now, the richness and
flavor of this wonderful "city different"
is worth a visit.
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A series of special events inspired by the 400th anniversary of the
founding of Santa Fe as the capital of the New Mexico Province continues
throughout 2010. For more information, go to www.santafe400th.com .
Broken Saddle Riding Company
(Horseback Riding)
(505) 424-7774
Cerrillos, N.M.
www.brokensaddle.com
Open year-round for horseback riding
* Madrid, an old mining town and artist
community, is 10 minutes away.
The Reel Life
(Fly Fishing)
Sanbusco Market
500 Montezuma Ave.
(505) 995-8114
(877) 733-5543
www.reellifesantafe.com
Black Mesa Golf Club
(Golf)
115 State Road 399, Espanola
(505) 747-8946
www.blackmesagolfclub.com
SHOPPING
Packard's on the Plaza
(Jewelry, Silver Goods)
61 Old Santa Fe Trail
(505) 983-9241
(800) 648-7358
Ortega's on the Plaza
(Jewelry, Belts, Accessories)
101 West San Francisco Street
(505) 988-1252
(505) 819-0603
Santa Fe Dry Goods
(Clothing, Jewelry, Accessories)
53 Old Santa Fe Trail
(505) 983-8142
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O'Farrell
(Hats)
111 East San Francisco St.
(505) 989-9666
www.ofarrellhatco.corn
Back at the Ranch
(Handcrafted Cowboy Boots)
209 E. Marcy St.
(505) 989-8110
(888) 96BOOTS
www.backattheranch.com
TREAT YOURSELF
Nidah Spa at Hotel Eldorado
Resort and Spa
(505) 988-4455
www.eldoradohotel.com
The Spa at La Posada Resort
(505) 954-9630
wvvw.laposada.rockresorts.corn
Inn and Spa at Loretto
(505) 984-7997
www.innatloretto.com
Ten Thousand Waves
(505) 982-9304
www.tenthousandwaves.com
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