Winter blahs affecting your palette?

Hold tight. 

Howard County Tourism's Winter Restaurant Weeks runs Jan. 14 - 28 and features fixed price menus at 20 local restaurants.

Special "Save and Savor Global Flavor" menus will feature international and seasonal dishes at prices ranging from $10.13 - $40.13. 

You don't have to travel to South America for Brazillian steak, but how about Ranazul in Maple Lawn? If you haven't ventured outside of your favorite regular spot in a while, Restaurant Weeks is the perfect excuse, with participating restaurants in Ellicott City, Columbia, Elkridge, Savage, Sykesville and Maple Lawn.

Currently, Restaurant Weeks menus are available online for the following restaurants:

• Alexandra's

• The Melting Pot

• Ranazul

• Union Jack's

• The Elkridge Furnace Inn

• Victoria Gastro Pub

• Aida Bistro & Wine Bar

• Ale House Columbia

• Baldwin's Station

• The Coho Grill

• Rams Head Tavern - Savage

• Tersiguel's French Country Restaurant

• Venegas Prime Filet

Check Howard County Tourism's Restaurant Weeks website and Facebook page for updates and additional menus closer to Jan. 14.