New Year's Eve parties, events at local restaurants?

Westport General Store will be open regular hours on New Years Eve.
On top of our main menu, Chef Harold will be serving:

Idaho salmon- potato encrusted salmon - pan fried and served with a Dijon, leek, cream, white wine and butter sauce.

Surf and turf -grilled Lobster tail and six oz filet with hollandaise, mashed potato and sauteed vegetables

New Years Eve Jambalaya- chicken, rice, sausage, tomato, green pepper, mushroom and okra.

Call 222 4626 for reservations.

We will be closed New Years Day.

Thanks

Hey Studio's Grille & Pub will be open for New Year's Eve.. we have great food and a great atmosphere and have been asked by the locals to be open till the wee morning's. We have no cover charge and the music will be flowing with sounds from the favorite cd's or just on the telly.. NO COVER just good people, good food and good drinks. We welcome all. So if you want to eat before partying or party while you eat just visit us at STUDIO'S GRILLE & PUB located at 209 E. Main St. New Albany, IN (right around the corner from Conner's) Who knows what surprises may pop up!!

Thanks from Trish and her gang!

[Robin Garr]

Ring in the new year with your friends and family at Asiatique.
Tastefully yours -- PS Looi

December Hours of Operation
We are now open at 5 pm Monday through Saturday and at 4:30 pm on Sunday.
We will be open December 24th, but closed December 25th.

New Year's Eve Celebration Menu
Make your reservations now to join us for a spectacular New Year's Eve Pacific Rim 4 Course Dinner.

New Seasonal Menu
Come enjoy several new lower priced entrees.

Discount Drinks
What better way to deal with the economy than with our new lower priced drink specials.

Holiday Parties
Plan your holiday get togethers with us. Whether its a catered event at your place or a party in our private dining room or lounge, we can accommodate any size group. During the holidays, think of us as your shopping oasis for relaxation with a perfectly crafted cocktail and great happy hour prices.

Gift Cards
Don't forget to give the gift of good taste with an Asiatique gift card. We are happy to mail your gift cards for you. Call in your order today.

Make Your Reservations Today
Serving delicious east west cuisine Monday-Sunday evenings, for reservations call (502) 451-2749.

1767 Bardstown Road
(502) 451-2749
http://www.asiatiquerestaurant.com

This will be the last evening at Melillo's. We've decided to create a special menu using as much food in stock as we can. I'm not sure we have any space left, but if you are interested, please call Ashley at 540-9975. We will be open on Friday and Saturday evenings until the end of the year except for the 19th when we are hosting a private party. Happy Holidays to all of you.

I have been out of the loop for awhile but just saw Robin's request for New Year's Eve offerings. I thought I would share what French Lick has going on for the holiday.

There are a couple different options, even one just for the kiddos.

West Baden’s BIG New Year's Eve 2009 Package
Celebrate under the beauty of the domed atrium at the West Baden Springs Hotel. Enjoy a BIG four course meal with wine service and dance the night away to the BIG band sounds of the Stardusters Orchestra. 2009 will arrive in spectacular style at West Baden’s BIG New Year’s Eve Party.

NYE Package Features:
• New Year's Eve Party in the Atrium from 7 p.m. – 2 a.m.
• Party only or overnight accommodations at the West Baden Springs Hotel
• Cocktails from Cash Bar
• Four Course Meal with Wine Service
• Dancing to Live Music by Stardusters Orchestra
• Champagne Toast and Ball Drop at Midnight
• Party Favors
Party only price - $340/couple or $170/person

Overnight price - $698*



French Lick’s Divine Decadent New Year's Eve 2009 Package
Satisfy your sweet tooth with an amazing dessert buffet then dance off all the calories with live music from the Souled Out Band. A champagne toast and a ball drop at midnight round out this party to remember.

NYE Package Features:
• New Year's Eve Party in the Windsor Ballroom from 10 p.m. – 2 a.m.
• Party only or overnight accommodations available at the French Lick Springs Hotel
• Decadent Dessert Buffet
• Dancing to Live Music by Souled Out Band
• Champagne Toast and Ball Drop at Midnight
• Party Favors
Party only price - $139/couple or $70/person
Overnight package is sold-out



New Year’s Eve Party Just for Kids
Leave the kids with us and take your pick at one of our many New Year’s parties. With endless activities in store, your children are sure to have a good time!

NYE Package Features:
• New Year’s Eve Party at the Kid’s Fest area from 7 p.m. – 2 a.m.
• Kid’s Games
• Karaoke
• Wii Games
• Dancing
• Pizza, Snacks and Drinks
• Party Favors
Cover Charge: $25/child – open to hotel guests ages 6-12


New Year’s Day Champagne Brunch
Begin the New Year with a special brunch in the West Baden Springs Hotel atrium from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. This buffet-style meal will consist of dessert, waffle, and omelet stations as well as various gourmet and traditional foods.
Price: $45/person

For more information on all New Year’s Eve packages, please visit http://www.frenchlick.com or call (888) 936-9360.

[Robin Garr]

Vincenzo’s will offer two special dinner packages for New Year’s Eve:

The first package is the Early Diners Special, it is $59/person, and begins at 5pm on New Year’s Eve. This package includes a 4-course meal of salad with grilled scallops, four cheese ravioli, veal chop with mashed potatoes, and a poached pear filled with amaretto cream for dessert*.

The second package is the Champagne Dinner Special, it is $75/person and is offered after 9pm. This package includes arugula salad with mango and three cheeses, crepe seafood, combination of lobster and filet rossini with fresh vegetables, and amaretto cheesecake for dessert. This meal also includes champagne*.

The entertainment for the evening is the Bennett Higgins Jazz Trio from 8:30pm-12:30am.

$59/person excludes tax and gratuity

Vincenzo's Italian Restaurant
150 S. Fifth Street
(502) 580-1350
http://www.vincenzositalianrestaurant.com

[Robin Garr]

Fourth Street Live Rings in 2009 With Free Party, Live Times Square Countdown

Say "good-bye" to 2008 and start the new year in style at Fourth Street Live. Admission is free to this celebration, which is traditionally one of the most popular events in the city. Louisville’s own DJ JC will pay tribute to the hottest hits of the past several decades, plus many of today’s favorite hits. The celebration begins at 9 PM, and includes a countdown with Times Square on the big screen and confetti cannons at midnight. free parking is conveniently located at the Fourth Street Live/PARC garage. The event is sponsored by Miller Lite.

Of course, the partying goes on into the wee hours at Fourth Street Live nightstpots:

* At HOTEL Nightclub, there’ll be a Masquerade Ball, complete with complimentary mask. In addition, special table packages are available ranging from $600 to $2,000. The packages include VIP service and bottles of premium liquor and/or champagne. For information call 859.539.8358 or visit http://www.hotel-ky.com

* At Saddle Ridge, it’s the "Black & White Gala". Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Each ticket includes a gourmet dinner buffet (5-8 pm), champagne toast and balloon drop at midnight and breakfast buffet at 2 AM. VIP packages available. http://www.saddleridgelouisville.com

* Howl at the Moon is offering party specials ranging from $75 to $125 per person…including All-You-Can-Eat-Buffet, premium open bar and a champagne toast. http://www.howlatthemoon.com

* Join 102.3 The Max at Hard Rock Café for a $25 package and a $75 VIP package that each includes party favors and a champagne toast at midnight. The VIP package also includes an appetizer buffet. http://www.hardrock.com

* Lucky Strike has VIP Suites ($300) or VIP tables on the lanes ($200). Each package includes cover charge, complimentary champagne toast, and private bar. http://www.bowlluckystrike.com

* Maker’s Mark will offer a preset menu with seatings at 6:30 and 9:00. DJ and $10 cover starting at 10:00. http://www.makerslounge.com

* Sully’s offers packages ranging from $20 (champagne toast and dinner buffet), to $100 package (open bar, VIP table, hotel room). http://www.sullyssaloon.com

And also, a single cover charge of $20 gets you into three clubs: HOTEL Nightclub, Angel’s Rock Bar and Tengo Sed Cantina.

[Robin Garr]

Make reservations now to ring in the New Year in style at Blu Italian Grille located in the Downtown Marriott.

Blu’s New Year’s Eve packages include:

* Five course dinner in Blu
* Bottle of champagne
* Valet parking
* Entertainment provided by live band
* Overnight Accommodations
* New Year’s morning brunch

The complete package is available for $299.00 per couple. The dinner only package without the overnight accommodations and brunch is $150.00 per couple.

For more information or to make reservations call 502-671-4491 or email Blu@MarriottLouisville.com

Parking will be validated; valet and garage parking available. Reservations recommended.

BLU Italian Grille
280 West Jefferson Street
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
502-671-4285
http://www.blugrille.com