While on vacation we eat a memorable meal at the Ligonier Tavern. The best way to describe it is as better than it needed to be.

In other words we were in a bar in a small town; if they would have put a nice plate of food in front of us we'd have been happy. But it wasn't just a nice plate of food it was a well loved expression from the chef.

He's a transplant from New Zealand via Colorado. I had gnocchi that were soft and perfect. My Dad had scallops that were ok but the risotto with artichokes that came with it was out of this world.

Shawn had lamb that was Indian inspired served with rice and flat bread, very authentic to the cuisine.

Oh and a very good beer selection to boot.

I posted on twitter about this already, but this spot is worth a stop in Ligonier. It is also a great example of a chef putting great food that may be a bit of a reach for the local population but knowing that it is kick ass. I guarantee there wasn't a place in 30 miles serving cold Thai noodle salad, but this place is and is serving it well.