On Wednesday night we decided to go to NGC for a long overdue look at a local gem... Since it isnt appropriate to use goat mating calls or just unggghhh sounds for the gastronomic experience - here goes a few words: The quant setting with seating available outside or the cozy inside made an immediate impression. We were seated right next to the bar and had a few conversations with the lovely owners behind the bar (husband and wife team). I eyeballed the brocoli and blue cheese winter warmer special soup and decided to open with that, while my husband tried the deep fried mac'n'cheese with a dollop of spicy mayo on top. It reminded me of tempura sushi - same spice and crispness and completely decadent. For mains we decided on the chicken Coq au Vin on polenta - delicious and the gnocchi with macadamia nut ragout (something I remarked I need to marinade in!) By the end of the evening, with not a space for anything more - I activated my emergency dessert stomache and tried the rum and muscovado fondant... it was light, rich and the rum flavour was exquisitely presented from the first bite. I really appreciated the ginger crumble with the ice cream. All in all - a gem of a local eatery, a quaint setting and a deliciously fresh and seasonal menu that surprises in creativity without being pretentious. A must for any foodie! We are going back with friends for a Birthday dinner next week