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The dynamic duo of McCracken and Tough are doing up NYE in style starting with $14 bottle of Brut sparkling wine at The Old Sage in a tribute to kissing 2014 goodbye. Live burlesque will be featured next door at the speakeasy above Tavern Law which is Needle & Thread with seatings at 8 and 10:30 – call 206.322.0133 for reservations. But wait, there’s more, Spur Gastropub rings in the new year with a six course meal including Scallops with satsuma, sunchoke and caviar as well as Wagyu sirloin with celery root and matsutake mushrooms. Seats are $120 and reservations can be made at 206.728.6706.

In continued New Year’s planning Cafe Flora is hosting both an NYE dinner and a NYD brunch buffet. Vegans and those seeking freedom from soy and gluten will be excited to know that they can come here without worry. Dinner includes the regular menu as well as a selection of specials including Spicy Corn and Pepper Fritters and Mushroom Ravioli. Brunch will feature items such as Seasonal tamales, Mushroom strata and Crepes. Reservations are required for parties of six or more for both dates, and can be made at 206.325.9100.

Just when you thought you’d seen all the food trucks in Seattle, another comes along. This time it’s Wood Shop BBQ and co-owners Matt Davis and James Barrington will be smoking up their meat in the aptly named ‘Brad Pit’ with hickory wood. They’ll be doing the classics such as pulled pork, ribs, brisket and sides such as mac n’ cheese, cornbread and smoked portabella mushrooms. Check them out on Facebook and follow to see where they’ll be setting up shop.