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In just 72 hours you will be giving your loved ones gifts and do you really want to run the risk of seeing disappointment in their eyes? The best way to ensure that they are in awe of your gift-purchasing abilities is to give them a Dirt Candy gift certificate. If you need one at the last minute, no problem! We can get it to you, and we sell them in all denominations. In fact, two days ago I sold a gift certificate for $76.85. The only way to get them is to call the restaurant between 10am and 5pm today (Thursday) or tomorrow (Friday) and talk to whoever answers the phone (212-228-7732). I’ll run your credit card and get it out to your loved one ASAP.

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And on that note of holiday cheer, I have a present for all of you who’ve made 2011 so much fun: Dirt Candy’s family photo for the holidays. Note the Christmas sweaters.

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In the back, from left to right: Justyna (my server); Vincent (prep man);
Kristen (server and prep person); Armando (brand new dishwasher).
In the front, from left to right: Travis (my new sous chef); me; and
Danielle (the reigning queen of prep).

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We’re super-thrilled to be welcoming in the New Year, too! Back Street Boys-style!

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Dirt Candy: keeping it street!

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Or maybe you’d prefer it with a little bit more holiday cheer?

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