The Food & Dining Magazine news desk received last minute dispatches from MilkWood and 610 Magnolia detailing their respective menus for New Year’s Eve, and in MilkWood’s case, a “Resolution Day” dining card for New Year’s Day.

For 2020 we’ve discussed expanding into regular Sunday posts, so why not begin a week early? After all, these offerings look delicious, but first, the essential information.

MilkWood (reservations recommended) 316 W. Main Street, 502-584-6455

610 Magnolia (reservations required) 610 Magnolia Avenue, 502-636-0783

MILKWOOD SPECIALS FOR NEW YEAR’S EVE

Caviar
Trout and Salmon Roe, Crème Fraiche, Bonito Dusted Waffle-cut Chips
35

Lobster
Lobster Dumpling, Rock Shrimp, Bouillabaisse, Red Miso
26

Steak
Roasted Tenderloin, Yukon Whipped Potatoes, Country Ham Demi-Glace, Roasted Shallot, Grilled Oyster Mushroom
45

NEW YEAR’S “RESOLUTION DAY” MENU AT MILKWOOD

January 1; $30 per person prix fixe menu (family style)

Pajeon
Scallop Ceviche, Gochujang Vinaigrette, Tarragon Mayo

Farm Greens
Squash Vinaigrette, Sunflower Seeds, Capriole Goat Cheese

Japchae
Shrimp, Mussels, Glass Noodles, Beech Mushrooms

Kalbi Short Rib Bo Ssam
Red Leaf Lettuce, Kimchi, Ssamjang, Nuoc Mam

Tax, gratuity and beverages are additional; no substitutions on menu, please

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610 MAGNOLIA ON NEW YEAR’S EVE: 4-COURSE TASTING, 5:30 – 7:00 P.M.

Guests with earlier reservations will enjoy a four-course tasting.

Nixtamalized Butternut Squash, Pepita Praline, Whipped Capriole
Preserved Lemon, Rye Cracker

Citrus and Root Vegetable Tart, Beet, Goat Cheese, Celery Root, Pear, Chervil

Bay Scallop Dumpling, White Kimchi Cream, Paddlefish Roe
Preserved Lemon Powder, Perilla

Lamb Neck, Heirloom Carrot, Gingko Nut, Korean Pear, Mint

Monkfish, Doban Veloute, Broad Noodles, Ginger, Scallion, Baby Bok Choy

Elk, Confit Beet, Parsnip Puree, Haskap berry Gel, Pickled Baby Beet, Jus

Artisan American Cheese Trio with Accompaniments

Bourbon Aficionado, Whiskey Cake, Whipped Butterscotch
Dehydrated Chocolate, Brown Butter Ice Cream

Coconut Sabayon, Mango, Rambutan, Lime, Almond

Four-Course Menu, $ 95. Tax, Beverages and 20% Gratuity Additional

610 MAGNOLIA ON NEW YEAR’S EVE: 6-COURSE TASTING, 8:00 – 9:00 P.M.

Guests dining from 8 – 9 pm will enjoy a six-course tasting.

Deviled Egg Tartare, Egg Mousse, Togarashi, Caviar, Fried Shallot

Nixtamalized Butternut Squash, Pepita Praline, Whipped Capriole
Preserved Lemon, Rye Cracker

Citrus and Root Vegetable Tart, Beet, Goat Cheese, Celery Root, Pear, Chervil

Pumpkin Pierogi, Chestnut Cream, Braised Red Cabbage, Onion Jam
Pickled Water Chestnuts

Ricotta Gnocchi, Venison Bresaola, Fermented Turnip, Game Sauce
Miso Cured Egg Yolk, Fresh Perigord Black Truffle
(Supplemental add $25)

Bay Scallop Dumpling, White Kimchi Cream, Paddlefish Roe
Preserved Lemon Powder, Perilla

Lamb Neck, Heirloom Carrot, Gingko Nut, Korean Pear, Mint

Monkfish, Doban Veloute, Noodles, Ginger, Scallion, Baby Bok Choy

Elk, Confit Beet, Parsnip Puree, Haskap Berry Gel, Pickled Baby Beet, Jus

Artisan American Cheese Trio with Accompaniments

Bourbon Aficionado, Whiskey Cake, Whipped Butterscotch

Dehydrated Chocolate, Brown Butter Ice Cream

Coconut Sabayon, Mango, Rambutan, Lime, Almond

Six-Course Menu $125; Tax, Beverages and 20% Gratuity Additional