City Guides / Aug 30, 2023
Hatch Is for Chile Lovers
A small town in southern New Mexico enjoys global fame for growing some of the best chile on the planet—and throws an annual party to celebrate…
By Gregory R.C. Hasman / Photos by Jay Hemphill
Chile / Aug 30, 2023
Green Chiles Roasting on an Open Fire
This year, New Mexico recognized its official state aroma. Now you can get it at home.
By Cielo Rodriguez
Chile / Sep 02, 2020
The Ultimate Guide to New Mexico Chile
New Mexico chile fuels a global love affair. We dive into the science, the romance, the flavors, and the recipes.
Chile / Oct 14, 2020
Chile by the Numbers
Here's everything you want to know about the New Mexico chile pepper—from the Scoville scale and the number of species to chile's spicy economic…
By Kate Nelson / Photos by Douglas Merriam
Chile / Sep 01, 2020
Chile Thrives On Native Soil
Rooted in the traditional foods of Southwest tribes, chile holds a special place in Native life.
By Andi Murphy
Chile / Sep. 23, 2020
Danise Coon: The Science of Chile
At New Mexico State University's Chile Pepper Institute, Española native Danise Coon reconnects with her family's…
Chile / Sep. 01, 2020
José Gonzalez: The Allure of Chile Farming
Although he's tried other jobs, Jose Gonzalez keeps coming back to the farm where his family grows chiles, corn, beans…
Chile / Sep. 01, 2020
Nick Maryol: Feeding the Soul
The owner of Santa Fe's Tia Sophia's, Nick Maryol understands how food creates ties to our families, our history and our…
Chile / Sep 01, 2020
Take Your Pick At Big Jim Farms
As New Mexico's only U-Pick chile farm, Big Jim Farms offers nine acres of fun…
Chile / Sep 01, 2020
The Making of Chile U
As one of the only scientific institutions devoted to a so-called condiment, New Mexico…
Chile / Sep 01, 2020
The Mystery of Big Jim
A 10-year effort to restore one of New Mexico’s most distinctive chiles underscores how…