Alma

Dinner at Alma reminds us of a fancy Thanksgiving supper without any family drama. The prix-fixe meals go hard on using local produce and start with a spread of antipasti and light bites like chickpea griddle cakes, prawns, and pear-topped endive salads. Then, you’ll get family-style mains such as gnocchi with lobster and duck flavored with smoky poblano peppers and fresh paprika. The recommended wine pairings are definitely worth it, but you also can’t go wrong with the refreshing, aquavit-based dill martini. It’s a nice meal that feels special and probably won't be interrupted by that chaotic cousin who brought their pet ferret to the holiday dinner.