"Celebrate the new year in church, which is what Vessel, the atmospheric restaurant in Mid-City used to be. But you’re encouraged to drink and party here, with a $125 prix fixe menu featured for the celebration. Chef Willie Cooper prepares a feast with bacon-wrapped oysters, black-eyed peas, and cornbread for good luck and trout topped with shrimp & crab meuniere or osso bucco for the main." - Beth D'Addono, Clair Lorell