Ladora Bank Bistro, Ladora

I came all the way from San Diego to see for myself if the rumors were true. The reality is that this place, the food, the wine and the hosts exceeded my expectations. From the moment I walked in with my friends who live in nearby Marengo, I heard Bocelli playing in the background (from a CD, he wasn't really there, as least while I was there). From there I met Brad and Collen and felt as welcomed as I would in their own living room. I ordered a nice Malbec and already knew what I wanted to eat since I read the menu on-line before we left the house. Two words: Yum mee! We enjoyed the Italian ham, the delicious empanadas and the stromboli. Whoa! It was all awesome. I will promise that the next time I am anywhere near Iowa, I will head back to the bank ASAP! Thank you for a wonderful expereince. Your newest devotee, Jaime Hernandes - San Diego.