So here’s an option to consider: Glass Hat, profiled in last month’s issue, tells us his New Year’s labor of love – an open fiesta with a private party feel – is guaranteed to please. This “happy music” DJ is bringing his signature mix of 80s, 90s, pop, rock and disco, plus a little salsa to get people grooving, to the chesterfield-adorned downstairs of bar & restaurant 7 Sins.

The night kicks off at 1am, giving you time to eat grapes with the Catalan in-laws, and will see Glass Hat in cabaret gear giving out festive gifts and putting people in the holiday spirit. A professional photographer will be on hand snapping party photos and video. And if history is any guide, the tickets will be sold out well in advance.

His current line-up in December includes Sat, Dec 11 at Suborn and of course Dec 31 at 7 Sins, or check his website for other gigs at places like Ambar, Rita Blue, Rita Rouge, Smoove and Jamboree (2nd floor Tarantos).