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Directly from the Chambar Press Release:

Check commitment at the door and celebrate New Year’s Eve ANY WAY YOU WANT TO

December 17, 2009, Vancouver, BC – Chambar Restaurant is letting you call the shots this New Year’s Eve. Recently appointed GM Sebastien Lagors has opened the books and will be accepting NYE reservations from 5:00PM until 10:00PM eschewing the usual practice of set menus and scheduled seatings. On December 31st, revelers will be able to enjoy Chambar the way they want to, on a night reserved for good friends, good food, and of course, a healthy dose of bubbly.

Whether guests are looking for some early evening sustenance to fuel late night dancing, or a more intimate affair in the dining room with friends, food and some purposefully chosen wines, Chambar will be serving and celebrating in their award winning fashion, with more than a few hints of debauchery for good measure. And while the New Year’s Eve menu will read business as usual, recently appointed Sommelier Robert Stelmachuk has selected a stellar line-up of bubbles for all budgets, as well as some rare boutique wines perfect for an evening of celebration!

Guests are encouraged to reserve their tables early for what promises to be a New Year’s Eve perfect for any budget, timeframe or group booking. For reservations phone 604-879-7119 or visit: www.chambar.com

Chambar is located at 540 Beatty Street in the Crosstown District. Housed in a refurbished brick and beam heritage building, the restaurant’s cuisine is a unique blend Belgian and North African influences with a commitment to seasonal, organic and local ingredients.

Directly from the Voya Press Release:

VOYAge into 2010 Ring in the New Year at Loden Vancouver and Voya Restaurant

Vancouver, BC (December 15, 2009): What will your last meal of the 00s be? Cap off the decade in style at Voya Restaurant and Lounge, December 31. Chef Marc-Andre Choquette has created a trio of ‘medal worthy’ menus perfect to celebrate New Year’s on the eve of Vancouver’s biggest year yet!

7 Course Gold Menu - $95
5 Course Silver Menu - $75
3 Course Bronze Menu - $55

NEW YEAR’S EVE @ VOYA

Opening Ceremony
Bronze Menu - choose one; Silver and Gold enjoy all three!

Porcini and Foie-Gras Ravioli; wild mushrooms broth, pine nuts
or
Scallop with Black Truffle; confit fingerling potatoes, celeriac puree, pomegranate sauce
or
Lobster Bisque; rouille and crouton
Medal Round
Bronze and Silver Menu - choose one; Gold enjoy all three!

Red Wine Poached Sablefish; cinnamon-star anise, braised salsify, sprout leafs and crispy potatoes
or
Duck Breast and Leg Confit; braised red cabbage, chestnuts, pearl onions
or
Beef Tenderloin Rossini with Foie and Truffles; spinach, pomme anna

Closing Finale
Everyone takes part with a choice of Dessert or Cheese for all!

Whether you choose three, five, or seven courses — the culinary creations are bound to receive a perfect ten. Après dinner, rock the house with VOYA’s house DJ. Countdown to 2010 in the swankiest room in town!

Call 604 639 VOYA or visit voya-restaurant.com for information and reservations.

Directly from Blue Eyed Mary’s:

On Monday December 21 we (Blue Eyed Marys) will be hosting a BC Artisan Cheese and Micro Brew Beer (Wine too!) evening with all proceeds going to Bowen Shares. Tickets are $20 and include food and live music. Please Email info@blueeyedmarys.com to reserve seats.

Directly from The Smoking Dog Bistro:

Now through December 31st, 2009, receive an extra $20 gift certificate when purchase $100 in gift certificates.  Call 604-732-8811 for more information.