Sakai Bar
A very festive Osechi New Year’s Day bento is on offer at this Little Portugal sake bar. This symbolic Japanese New Year offering includes traditional ingredients like dashi maki (a rolled omelette), duck breast, rainbow trout, chestnuts and head-on tiger prawns with long whiskers to symbolize long life. If there was ever a year to start with a gorgeous box of good luck charms, this is it. Email sakaibarto@gmail.com to pre-order for pickup. $180 for 2, $70 for 1. @sakaibarto
Hugs and Sarcasm
This Trinity Bellwoods brunch spot opened a British tuck shop during Covid, selling a range of groceries and knick knacks from across the pond. They’ll throw in free British candy if you pre-order from their a la carte New Year’s day menu, which includes huevos rancheros; chicken and waffles; a bacon, apple, and smoked cheddar omelette; and a proper English fry-up. Round it out with a coffee cocktail or a mimosa kit. Call or DM to pre-order for pickup or delivery. $