Il Capo d'Anno 2010
Where: A16, 2355 Chestnut (at Scott), 771-2216
Cost: $90 for four courses; optional wine pairing, $60
Why it's likely to be special: Not only is Liza Shaw's cooking impeccably Cali-rustic, the New Year's wine-pairing option is a chance to taste your way through some of the most memorable Italians on A16's list ― if you can afford the $150 price tag, that is
Menu highlights: Scialatielli with Dungeness crab, oven-dried tomatoes, basil, and chiles; pork zampone with lentils and escarole for two; rum baba with roasted pineapple and mascarpone gelato
Reserve: Call 771-2216, or book online
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