Sometimes celebrating New Year's Eve doesn't involve a party in the strictest sense of the word. Festive and in season with ringing in the new, these very special events provide a memorable way to celebrate with those near and dear.
Los Poblanos Inn
4803 Rio Grande NW
(505) 344-9297
Los Poblanos offers an Elegant New Year's Eve, with chef Jonathan preparing a four course meal that features local ingredients. Dinner is served by a crackling fire and there will be live music in the ballroom. Cost is $135 per person, which does not include beverages or gratuity. There will be one seating at 7 p.m. and advance registration is required. Please be considerate of a 48 hour cancellation policy if your plans change. 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Tornios at Home
7600 Jefferson NE #21(505) 797-4491 Enjoy a celebration with the impeccable Torino's. Start with an hors d'oeuvres reception at the Gruet winery, and enjoy appetizers and champagne along with a tour. Then head to Torino's for a nine course meal that includes oyster, foie gras, squid ink pasta, braised guinea hen and more.
Cost is $150 per person, tax and tip not included.
Vernons Steakhouse
6855 Fourth NW(505) 341-0831 Visit Vernon's in Los Ranchos for dinner and stay for music in the Jazz Club, where Le Chat Lunatique will help bring in the new year.
Vernon's has an elegant dinner package in conjunction with Parq Central Hotel in EdO, which includes dinner at Vernon's Steakhouse, and transportation to your room. Rooms start at $119, right after dinner. Call Vernon's to reserve.

