The historic, tiny mountain town of Questa, New Mexico is the second host of the state’s tour of Key Ingredients. At the August opening several hundred residents descended on the Artesanos de Questa Cultural Center to celebrate their distinct culinary traditions. Craig Newbill, Executive Director of the New Mexico Humanities Council, spoke briefly about the importance of maintaining history and unique cultural identities. A troupe of young flamenco dancers, plenty of munchies, and a champagne toast to the volunteers opened the exhibit. Local exhibitions that supplement the Smithsonian’s display include historic photographs and stories of food traditions at weddings and funerals, and a full recreation of an early camper’s meal at the annual fall deer hunt. Key Ingredients remains in Questa until September 21st and then moves to the Sandoval County Historical Society in Bernalillo on September 28. For more information contact K. Michelle Quisenberry at 505.277.3705.
Contributed by Brian Crockett, MoMS, Albuquerque, NM
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