TableSeide debuts new menus and December events and specials

Photos: TableSeide Restaurant Group has rolled out new menus at its restaurants and is offering a number of dining and holiday celebrations throughout December, including weekly Brunch indulgences, Louies Modern's First Fridays and Sunday Fundays, Libby’s Cafe + Bar annual Feast of Fishes starting on Christmas Eve, visits with Santa, Gingerbread House making and more.

Heading into the holidays, think of taking it TableSeide, where new menu debuts at Muse at The Ringling, Louies Modern and Libby’s Café + Bar are paired with upcoming December specials at all four restaurants. From Sunday Brunch to early dining, Happy Hours to Christmas and New Year’s celebrations, TableSeide adds a big dose of holiday cheer without the prep or clean up.

To preview menus or for more information, visit www.tableseide.com.

For more information on restaurant-specific events, visit www.facebook.com/tableseide

Libby’s Café + Bar & LBar | 1917 S. Osprey Ave | Sarasota | 34236 | 941.487.7300

Louies Modern | 1289 N Palm Ave | Sarasota | 34236 | 941.552.9688

Muse at The Ringling | 5401 Bay Shore Rd | Sarasota | 34243 | 941.360.7390

Oak & Stone | 5405 University Parkway | University Park | 34201 | 941.225.4590

Modern Events & The Francis | 1262 N Palm Ave | Sarasota | 34236 | 941.552.9650

WHAT’S NEW

Sunday Brunch | Muse at The Ringling

From healthy Açai Bowls, Greek Yogurt Parfaits and Supergreen or Quinoa Tart salads to indulgent Coconut Pancakes, Brioche French Toast and Shortrib Potato Skins as well as Sandwiches and other small plates there’s something for every palate and appetite. A la Carte menu, $3-$21

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

DECEMBER HAPPENINGS

Friday, December 1 | Louies Modern

Louies Live First Friday Nights: “Crazy, Sexy & Cool”

This First Friday event offers a different theme every month, with December’s gettin’ jiggy with '90s favorites. Happy Hour drink specials will be available all night as well as complimentary cocktails sponsored by Ketel One. 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Sunday, December 3 | Louies Modern

Sunday Funday

Come for one or come for all! Three fun dining and imbibing events and reasons to come to Louies Modern on Sunday(s):

Jazz Brunch

11 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

One part jazz trio including Michael Witty (vocals/piano), John Lamb (former bassist for Duke Ellington Orchestra) and guest drummer; two parts Louies’ award-winning Brunch with omelette, seafood, salad, fresh fruit and Bloody Mary stations including $5 Frosés by the glass and $5 bottomless Bloody Marys and Mimosas; and three parts fun, friends and family.

Sunday Afternoon Social

2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

@ Louies Modern bar and patio breezeway. Live DJ, Happy Hour Drink Specials. Tea Dances originated in the 19th century with afternoon tea and dancing. Perfect for someone or some-ones looking for something fun to do on a Sunday afternoon or somewhere to go after Brunch and still be ready for work on Monday morning.

Sunday Supper

4:00 to 9:00 p.m. or until sold out

@ Louies Modern’s dining room. Ideally suited for families or groups of friends looking for something out of the ordinary to end the weekend (or start the week). In addition to the regular à la carte menu, diners can also enjoy a special 3-course supper with a different inspiration each month. December’s China Take Out inspired, four-course menu includes:

Amusé: Vegetable Egg Roll, duck sauce, Chinese mustard

Salad: Traditional Japanese Steakhouse Salad, miso vinaigrette, butter lettuce

Entrée: Soy Glazed Beef & Broccoli, toasted sesame, steamed brown rice

Dessert: Green Tea Ice Cream, fortune cookie

Friday, December 1 - Sunday, December 31 | Give a Gift, Get a Gift

For every $50 spent towards a TableSeide gift card, gift givers receive $10 on their own card. Gift cards can be purchased at Louies Modern, Libby’s Cafe + Bar and Muse at the Ringling.

Christmas Eve | Libby’s Café + Bar

From indulgent Sunday Brunch and Libby’s award-winning Bloody Mary Bar to the evening’s annual Feast of Fishes specialty menu that complement Libby’s regular a la carte dinner selections, there’s plenty to reunite family and friends. Advanced reservations highly recommended.

Christmas Eve | Miracle on Palm Ave | Louies Modern

The day before Christmas kicks off with Louies’ award-winning Brunch stations in the main restaurant along with Santa and Elf Jeffrey visit and photo session for kids in Louies Modern’s private dining (parents to bring their own cameras). On their way to get their photo with Santa, kids can write their Dear Santa letter and then join in to create their Gingerbread House ($20 by advanced reservation) in the adjoining Francis Ballroom. For some true nostalgia, there will also be a special public showing of the original version of Miracle on the 34th Street in the Louies Modern Breezeway outside the restaurant, followed by a holiday-induced Christmas Eve dinner with strolling violinist (7-9 p.m.) Corkage fee is waived all day for diners wishing to bring their own bottle of wine. Advanced reservations highly recommended.

Brunch | 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Kids Activities and Santa visit | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Miracle on 34th Street | 3 p.m. start time

Dinner Service | 4 p.m. to close

Christmas – all restaurants closed to be with friends and family

New Year’s Eve | Libby’s Café + Bar | Louies Modern

Start the celebration early with Sunday Brunch then segue into the evening with specially created dinner menus, including the continuation of the Christmas Eve Feast of Fishes at Libby’s. No corkage fee for those who want to bring their own bottle of wine at both restaurants.

New Year’s Day | Libby’s Café + Bar | Muse at The Ringling

Enjoy some hair of the dog and bowl game camaraderie at Libby’s Game Lounge starting at 11 a.m. Muse at The Ringling kicks of the New Year with regular Monday dinner service starting at 5 p.m.

ONGOING

Louies Modern 3-Course Prix Fixe

Daily | 4-6 p.m.

Showcasing its new Latin-inspired menu, diners can have three-course options for $30 that includes Kale Caesar, Little Gem Lettuce or Chicken Pozole for the First Course; Garden Enchilada, Braised Shortrib or Blue Crab, Scallop & Shrimp Fontinella (Second Course) and Daily selection of ice cream or sorbet duo or Peruvian Chocolate Gateau for dessert. Pair this with the popular “You Should Be Drinking Rosé” flight for $16.

Daily Happy Hour | Louies Modern | Libby’s Café + Bar

4-7 p.m.

From Louies Modern’s Latin-infused small plates to Libby’s creative classics, both locales offer small plate, draft, house wine and cocktail specials, with enough variety to end the day and/or start your evening on a high note.

Daily Donation | Muse at The Ringling | Mable’s Margarita Ca’ d’Zan Restoration Fund

Purchase a Mable’s Margarita (made with Patron Anjeo Proprietary Tequila Blend, Cointreau, Fresh Lime, Agave Syrup), and help support the Ca’d’Zan Restoration Fund, to which TableSeide Restaurant Group will donate $1 for every Mable’s Margarita purchased.

Wine Wednesdays | Libby’s Café + Bar | Louies Modern | Muse at The Ringling

From lunch through dinner, celebrate hump day with 50% off all bottles of wine priced $100 or less at Libby’s Café + Bar, Louies Modern and Muse at The Ringling.

Thursdays | Bourbon & Bubbles at Louies Modern

50% off select bourbon, $2 flutes of house bubbly, happy hour food specials and $2 draft beers all night – Salute!

Sunday Brunch | Libby’s Café + Bar | Louies Modern

10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Libby’s Café + Bar | $4-$16 à la carte menu

10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (Louies Modern) | $35/person market brunch stations

Take your pick of places for this favorite Sunday indulgence. From Libby’s Café + Bar’s à la carte menu and Bloody Mary Bar to Louies Modern’s seafood, omelette, fruits and salads and dessert stations along with $5 bottomless Bloody Marys and Mimosas, there is something for everyone at either place.

Sundays Uncorked | Libby’s Café + Bar | Louies Modern | Muse at The Ringling

10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

BYOB wine and enjoy it sans corkage fee, every Sunday at Libby’s Café + Bar, Louies Modern and Muse at The Ringling.