The Inn of The Five Graces is now catering to the sense of taste.  The colorful compound has always been just an easy amble away from all the celebrated eateries of Old Santa Fe, and is still happy to take care of lunch or dinner reservations at the restaurant of your choice, but now you don’t ever have to leave the shady seclusion of the Inn to satisfy your hunger throughout the day. 

None of the ubiquitous southwestern burritos-quesadillas-enchiladas here; on the menu are elegant and refreshing offerings like Chilled Tomato Gazpacho with pickled Vegetables and Lavender Shrimp; a Sautée of Roasted Bell Peppers with Chorizo, Goat Cheese and Basil; and Sushi Grade Tuna marinated in Shoyu with a Salad of Pickled Ginger and Mango.  A delicate Tomato and Saffron Bruschetta with Black Olive Tapenade satisfies a yearning for something salty, while Medallions of Pork Tenderloin, Caramelized Onions and Apple Purée offers something on the sweeter side.  Nibble on just one – if you can…but the Tuna Niçoise and the Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes with Seaweed Salad and Soysauce Glaze are hard to resist, as is the tempting selection of panini.  Ice creams and crème brûlées, beer and wine, and gourmet coffees and teas round out the menu, making it possible to have a complete and completely satisfying meal of delectable nibbles and light fare.  The menu is available from noon to 8p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. 

This new culinary feature at The Inn of The Five Graces is made possible by the complete renovation of one of the compound’s century-old buildings, which houses the new kitchen and dining area, as well as reception; food is also served in the beautiful new umbrella-shaded courtyard created by the renovation.  So leave The Inn for meals if you like (or if you must,) but it will be hard not to snack on the tempting new tapas…