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Chile Traditions

Albuquerque, New Mexico · United States

Hatch chile, ristras and Southwestern pantry goods in northeast Albuquerque

What you’ll find

What Chile Traditions is known for

Chile Traditions sells New Mexico chile at 6919 Montgomery NE in Albuquerque. The business began in 1980 as Michelle DeWees's outdoor ristra stand and was rebuilt by her son Ken DeWees around fresh Hatch chile. Frozen green chile sits with salsas and hot sauces, and ristras hang above the shelves. An outdoor roasting yard opens in early August when the green chile season begins.