Winter fun

The excitement of holiday season comes with such gusto that often people are eagerly looking beyond the holidays for normalcy. For some, January will see them take off on winter getaways to warmer destinations while others will head further north or west into snow country to enjoy the cold winter months. Still other area residents will stay closer to home and wonder what adventures New York City and Connecticut hold.

NYC & Company, the City’s partnership organization in tourism and marketing endeavors today announced the dates for NYC Restaurant Week Winter 2011. Reservations will be accepted starting on January 12, 2011. Area restaurants will be serving up memorable dishes as part of the annual tradition from January 24th through February 6th.

Something for everyone:
The list continues to grow with each offering of NYC Restaurant week; this time with 35 new additions. World-renowned establishments including Le Cirque; One if by Land, Two if by Sea; Tribeca Grill and the 21 Club are just the beginning of participating eateries.

Meals included in the program are three-course prix-fixe and will run $24.07 for lunch and $35.00 for dinner. Saturdays are excluded from the program and Sunday availability may be limited. Please note that beverages, gratuities and taxes are not included in these totals.

Deals and Discounts:
AMEX again offers members another exciting opportunity to dine out and benefit. To cash in on the offer, members should register their cards and dine out at three participating restaurants. In return, American Express will issue $15 statement credits. Travelocity is also offering deals to participants. All information can be found here.

So, when the holidays have passed, or you feel someone else should cook after hours spent in the kitchen prepping decadent meals and snacks – consider attending NYC Restaurant Week Winter 2011. You’ll be glad you did!