The restaurant of the Inn and Spa at Loretto has one of the loveliest patios in the city, illuminated by chandeliers, candles and an immense kiva-style fireplace. Beneath the Gothic Loretto Chapel, we feasted on oversize grilled shrimp seasoned with achiote and served over a sweet and slightly pungent pumpkin-seed mole. This was followed by an outstanding main course of “Pekin duck breast” accompanied by a cherry compote and ancho mole.
Luminaria 211 Old Santa Fe Trail. Santa Fe, New Mexico. Tel. (505) 988-5531.