Winery lunches are one of the best things about Mendoza, but there is rarely an opportunity to enjoy a six course gourmet tasting menu near the city in the evening – until Nadia.
Nadia OF is the beautiful brainchild of Nadia Heron, head chef at O Fournier.Tucked away in tranquil Chacras, 20 minutes from the centre, the restaurant is an attractive, warm red with a gorgeous courtyard, evocative art and a relaxed vibe.
Originally a biochemist, Nadia started cooking for passion rather than trade and it certainly shows through her creative and colourful culinary flair. With divine appetisers such as the delightful sweet and salty, bright green, melon gazpacho with crispy ham; and another wonderful 
Spanish remake of moist Spanish omelette wrapped in tender red pepper with a drizzle of parsley oil – the aim is to play with appearance, aromas, flavours and textures. Mostcourses innovate with a vegetarian menu but you can also tuck into one of Mendoza's biggest, juiciest steaks with mojo rojo (red sauce). Paired with O Fournier wines or BYO. Open daily from 8.30pm, Italia 6055, Chacras de Coria. (261) 496 1731. Avg. meal: $105 without wine.
