el Restaurante sends condolences to the family and friends of Florence Jaramillo, owner of Rancho de Chimayó in Chimayó, New Mexico, who passed away at age 94 on September 22.
Fondly known as “Mrs. J”, Jaramillo opened the acclaimed restaurant in 1965.
“Florence Jaramillo was a mother, grandmother, friend, visionary, businesswomen, author, philanthropist, and community leader. She leaves a legacy of generosity and a passion for life,” the Los Alamos Reporter said in announcing her passing. “She changed the way we gather to share and celebrate through a love of food, culture, and tradition. Among her numerous achievements, she was named a New Mexico Culinary Treasure in 2014, and was awarded the 2016 James Beard Foundation America’s Classics Award.”
Funeral arrangements and a celebration of life are pending and will be announced soon.