From Sinful Menus To Midnight Extravaganzas: Washington Dc Restaurants Are Offering Festive Ways To Celebrate New Year's Eve

New Year's Eve is the perfect occasion to pair good food with festive celebration. To kick-off 2009 with good-taste, several Washington D.C. restaurants are raising a toast and offering diners unique and jubilant New Year's Eve experiences.
Nage Restaurant: Seven Deadly Sins Menu
Before making the inevitable resolutions, Nage Restaurant of Scott Circle invites guests to a night of tasteful sin with the Seven Deadly Sins Menu. The seven-course tasting menu features signature dishes by Chef /Co-Owner Kevin Reading. "We've designed a dish that fits each of the sins, so no matter what the resolution, we'll have a final hurrah on the menu," says Chef Reading.
The seven-course tasting menu is priced at $75.00 per person and includes a Champagne toast at midnight. The restaurant's a la carte menu will also be available. New Year's Eve reservations may be made by calling the restaurant directly at (202) 448-8005 or online at www.opentable.com.

The Seven Deadly Sins New Years Eve
a seven course tasting menu

Lust: any intense desire or craving for self gratification
3 Oysters with a Yuzu Mignonette

Gluttony: the act or practice of eating & drinking to excess
Foie Gras Torchon with Hazelnuts and Huckleberry Compote

Greed: an overwhelming desire to have more of something
Truffled Lobster Mac n' Cheese and Shaved Oregon Truffles

Wrath: a vengeance, punishment or anger wreaked in anger
Shark with Spicy Harissa Glaze, Black Lentil Cake and Fried Chives

Sloth: a dislike of work or any kind of physical exertion
Pork Belly with Lemon Parsnip Puree

Envy: wanting what someone else has
Seared Venison, Maple Sweet Potato and Lingonberry Demi-Glace

Pride: a strong sense of self-respect and joy in ones achievements
7 Chocolate 7 Layer Cake

Indique Heights: An Explosive Extravaganza
In addition to taking guests on a culinary journey through India with abundant cuisine, elaborate cooking stations and demonstrations, Indique Heights Restaurant offers a festive New Year's Eve celebration with dancing, music, and endless array of acclaimed Indian cuisine, cocktails, party favors and a midnight Champagne toast. The New Year's Eve Extravaganza features a festive celebration with dancing, music and an unmatched festive ambiance.
The celebration begins at 9pm and will run until 1am. The price of $99 per person includes endless cuisine, two cocktails, a Champagne toast, party favors and dancing, and is exclusive of tax and gratuity. Reservations may be made by calling the restaurant at (301) 656-4822. Indique Heights is located at Two Wisconsin Circle in Chevy Chase, MD.

Equinox by Todd Gray: Exquisitely Crafted Tasting Menu
At Equinox Restaurant, diners can enjoy a special New Year's Eve meal created to reflect the festive season. Executive Chef Todd Gray demonstrates his passion for mid-Atlantic flavors and commitment to seasonal produce in his carefully constructed menu. Customers can choose between a three or five-course dinner with or without wine pairings. Guests will be greeted with a trio of Chef Gray's amuses upon arrival and the special meal will include first course dishes such as creamy lobster soup with sweet Ecuadorian shrimp and poached Maine lobster salad with passion fruit-lime vinaigrette. Chef Gray's thyme-roasted John Dory filet and slow-cooked Pennsylvania lamb loin are just some of the highlights of the holiday menu. A selection of cheeses and exquisite desserts will ensure that guests end the meal and the year on a high note.
Equinox is located at 818 Connecticut Ave, NW. For reservations, please call (202) 331-8118 or visit the website at www.equinoxrestaurant.com for more information.

Restaurant 3: Party Favors, Midnigh