Looking to ring in the new year with a feast, but don't want to cook? Several local restaurants are offering New Year's Eve dinners to help diners celebrate new beginnings with a little less stress.

Arts & Eats Christmas prix fixe: Arts & Eats, 1114 12th St. W., Bradenton, is will offer a three-course prix fixe 5-8 p.m. Dec. 24 and 4-8 p.m. Dec. 25. Menu: Feta-stuffed dates and roasted garlic ...