From the stories told through the mouth or food and drinks, Lake Inez makes any tale one worth listening to. The amuse is uncharacteristically large, which is amazing since your first bite will lead you to want more. The buckwheat focaccia has a fragrant olive oil touch with a little bursts of umami from the pieces of pork meat, pork sausage and bacon embedded within. Balanced with a melody of charred sweet corn and nixtamalized corn that also pops with a delightful sweetness, the flavour is further heightened with a tangy lime aioli and cojita cheese. The dishes will be easy tonight, especially with the Tuna Tomato Tonnato. Beautifully fresh heirloom tomatoes and Canadian bluefin tuna create an unforgettable bite with their tangy sweetness and savoury aroma respectively. None of the tuna is wasted - first, a truckload of tuna bones are and roasted reduced down into a concentrated sauce with some cognac to add a deep and rich umami base in each bite, with a pronounced tuna flavour that's not overly fishy. The leaner fish collar is smoked to bring out its savoriness while retaining its tender, meaty texture. The best part though, is the thick-cut slices of chutoro, that melt in your mouth into a buttery, indulgent bite. Everything is then rounded out with a lovage and garlic oil that provides a touch of earthiness, along with some scallions for freshness. Notably, the red wine that goes along with this tones down the fishiness of the tuna, making for a surprisingly harmonious pairing. The duck breast had a luxurious sear, served on top of a memorable croquette coated with breadcrumbs and filled with tender potatoes, escarole, carom puffs and meaty pieces of duck confit. I liked it better than the duck itself, honestly. Everything else, however, is all delicious and you won't regret your visit. The ambiance, the red lights and the setting sun are unforgettable aspects. read more