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For families, XIX hosts Nutcracker Tea throughout the month of December from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. daily. All children in attendance are able to donate a Make-A-Wish star in their name to the foundation, which will be displayed in Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue. Tea is $38 for adults and $19 for children under 13; for an additional $4, adults over 21 can add a glass of champagne and a chocolate-covered strawberry to their experience.

Zinc, is now offering a five-course chef's menu Tuesdays and Wednesdays for $65. Guests need to reserve at least a day in advance, and the entire table must order. As a bonus, diners who opt for the chef's menu can BYOB.

Zinc, 246 S. 11th St., Philadelphia, PA 19107, 215-351-9901.