It’s a hopping new year already for many area restaurants among the first to launch in 2024. Some of the long-delayed ventures have been greatly anticipated and are expected to be among the top new restaurants of the year.
This is one of the toughest columns to write each year because documenting local restaurants that close usually represents a serious financial and personal loss for someone. Because every restaurant also is somebody’s favorite dining spot, it’s usually a disappointment for diners, too.
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Vincenzo Betulia and Shane Rossbach, the two chefs helming Chef Vincenzo’s new Tulia Catering KAY OUSLEY / COURTESY PHOTO Grappino hosts “Holly Dolly Christmas,” a musical tribute to Dolly Parton featuring Becca Bongiorono, on Thursday, Dec. 8. Dinner shows begin at 5:30 and 8 p.m. The artist performs favorite Dolly hits such as “9 to