TableSeide Love: February events to warm diners’ hearts

Photo: Helping to spread and share the love, TableSeide Restaurant Group is extending Valentine’s Day dining and candlelight, flower and wine specials throughout the week as well as a variety of other events throughout February, including Super Bowl parties, Indian-infused cocktail reception, 2.0 Thursdays and Sunday Fundays.

TableSeide Restaurant Group is extending the love day celebration throughout the week and month, with a variety of special Valentine’s celebrations as well as other celebratory events designed to bring dates, family, friends and loved ones together. Highlights include an interactive Indian cocktail reception with Deepa to candlelight dinners, early dining and pre-theater specials to First Fridays and Libby’s 2.0 Thursdays (Ladies and Gents night).

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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

February Events

February 1 | February 22 | LBar

Libby’s 2.0

You asked for it, you got it! Back by popular demand, Thursday ladies’ nights at Libby’s LBar has now expanded to include gents too! Enjoy DJ entertainment, dancing and drink specials along with valet parking to get in and out easily and safely. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

February 2 | Louies Modern

Louies Live First Friday Nights: ‘80s Night

This First Friday event offers a different theme every month, and February’s theme is “’80s Night” with DJ Joey D Sarasota. Pump up your jam with dance party beats by Technotronic, Madonna, Wham!, INXS, Prince and other ‘80s pop icons. Happy Hour drink specials are available all night as well as Ketel One promotions. 8 to 11 p.m.

February 4 | Libby’s Café + Bar | Louies Modern | Muse at The Ringling

Double Points Day for Preferred Card Members

Preferred Card members get double points on all purchases made from brunch to dinner at Libby’s Café + Bar, Louies Modern and Muse at The Ringling. To become a VIP, all you have to do is sign up for the Rewards program at any TableSeide Restaurant.

February 4 | Oak & Stone

Big Game Watch Party plus Takeout - Double Points for Preferred Card Members

Come listen to and watch the Big Game on the big screens at Oak & Stone. Preferred members earn double points from brunch until the end of the Big Game. Not a Preferred Card member? Sign up and earn your rewards while you dine). Looking for some party-enhancing Oak & Stone take-out for your Big Game Party? No problem! Call 941.225.4590 to place your Big Game takeout order today and earn double points too!

February 4 | 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), including no corkage fee for customers who want to bring in their own bottle of wine. Preferred Card members also earn double points this month. Guests can become a member by asking their server for a card.

Jazz Brunch

11 a.m. to 2 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 omelet, 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 to 5 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 (and no corkage fee) | $35/person

4 to 9 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 four-course supper with a different inspiration each month, with the added bonus of having the corkage fee waived if they want to bring in their own bottle of wine. February’s Moon Over Mexico City menu is straight from Chef Jose’s heart as that’s where he was born and raised. He’s put together his favorites, which include:

First Course: Shrimp & Bay Scallops Cocktail | avocado |serrano | Texas tequila lime dip

Second Course: Roasted Chicken Tinga | local greens | crema | salsa verde | figs

Third Course: Braised Short Rib | house mole | potato pave | fried beans | spicy nuts

Dessert: Cinnamon-Sugar Fritters (Churros) | chocolate crème Anglaise

New this month, the exclusive Sunday Supper: Chef’s Dinner is offered to a group of 12 people who will be seated and served at the dining room bar directly from the hands of Chef Jose. Diners will feel as though he is cooking just for them as they watch him in the kitchen and interact with him throughout the meal.

February 10 | Louies Modern

Drag Brunch

The never boring always vivacious Beneva Fruitville heads to Louies Modern for brunch on Feb 10th. Louies Modern provides the delicious brunch food buffet and Beneva, a buffet of humor. Bottomless Mimosas and Marys still $5 and along with Louies Modern’s all-day frosé at $5 a glass.

February 10-17 | Libby’s Café + Bar

For the Lovers Valentine’s Dinner

Enjoy a carefully crafted à la Carte menu inspired by love throughout the week. Menu includes:

Appetizers

French Onion Soup | Gruyere - Swiss Blend / Garlic Focaccia

Long Island Blue Point Oysters on the 1/2 Shell (Min 3) | Traditional Cocktail / Mignonette

Entrees

New Zealand Rack of Lamb | Wild Mushroom Risotto / Bing Cherry Reduction

Bronzed Gulf Grouper | Tasso Ham Hollandaise / Grilled Asparagus / Garlic Herb Polenta

Surf and Turf | 6oz Filet Mignon / Maine Lobster Tail / Hassleback Sweet Potato / Grilled Asparagus

Lobster and Shrimp Fettuccine | Lobster / Shrimp / Teardrop Tomatoes / Asparagus Tips / Truffle Cream

Desserts

Molten Chocolate Lava Cake | Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Strawberry Shortcake | Fresh Strawberries / House Made Biscuits / Grand Marnier Whipped Cream

February 14-28 | Oak & Stone

Let the Love Flow

Oak & Stone helps craft beer lovers celebrate Valentine’s Day through the rest of the month with a 4 oz. bonus gift card for every 10 oz. of craft beer on tap purchased. Card is good Feb.15-28, one per visit. What's on tap? Click here: http://bit.ly/2nsaZEl

ENHANCED VALENTINE’S DAY LOVE TOUCHES

February 14-17 | Muse at The Ringling

When a Capulet Met a Montague at Muse

Rose petals and candles adorn the tables to accompany Muse’s special à la Carte, Shakespeare-inspired menu on Valentine’s Day. Menu, without rose petals and candles, is also available February 15-17.

First Dates

Classic Clam Chowder | bacon bits

Artisan Cheese Plate for 2 |aged sharp cheddar / triple cream Brie | smoked gouda | house-made lavash crackers | local honey | fresh fruit

Muse Crispy Calamari | Giada’s hot tomato/pepperoncini aioli

Vongs Squash Toast | lavash crisps | maple onion confit | marscapone

Going Steady

What’s Mine is Not Always Yours Surf and Turf | 6 oz petite file / U10 scallops / baked potato au gratin

Crab Crusted Gulf Grouper | saffron lump crab risotto | Parmesan | broccolini | Worcestershire-lemon butter

Spasta | spaghetti squash | garlic kale | spinach | thin veggies | san marzano

Roasted Half Chicken | agave rosemary glaze | bacon Brussels | mashed potato

Center Cut Pork Chop | cheddar grits | sweet apple demi

Something to Remember

Star Crossed Lovers Chocolate Dipped Long Stem Strawberries | 4 per order

The Apple to My Eye Apple Pie à la Mode

Juliette is the Stars Cheesecake | house-made lovers blueberry syrup

February 14 | Libby’s Café + Bar

Valentine’s Day Concierge Packages

One stop for Valentine’s Day splendor! Allow Libby's Cafe + Bar to handle the flowers, the bottle of wine or bubbly to add to an à la Carte lovers dinner menu for you for that someone special (regular menu also available). Libby's love-inspired dinner menu runs all week, Rose and Tulip + Bottle specials on Valentine's Day night only.

When making your Valentine's Day Dinner reservations please include notation for the Red Rose or Pink Tulip package and arrive to a pre-set table with requested items.

Rose Package $75 upgrade

½ Dozen Red Roses

Choice of One:

Veuve Cliquot | Paul Hobbs Chardonnay | Paul Hobbs Pinot Noir

Tulip Package $60 upgrade

½ Dozen Pink Tulips

Choice of One:

Mumms Brut Sparkling | Rodney Strong “Chalk Hill” Chardonnay | Erath “Resplendent” Pinot Noir

February 14 & 15 | Louies Modern

Pure Candlelight Valentine’s Day Couples Menu | $60/person

Louies is dimming the lights and transforming the dining room into a magical dining tour with candlelights and an indulgent, couples menu meant for sharing. Couples’ Menu offered Feb. 14 & 15 plus à la Carte options; add-on specials to Louies new winter à la Carte menu are also available Feb. 16 & 17.

Shared Appetizer for Two (all items)

Smoked Salmon | shallot potato cake | crème fraîche | Osetra caviar

Hummus | spiced carrots, crispy chick peas | soybean falafel

Carpaccio of Beef | baby arugula | asiago cracker | black truffle dressing

Crisp Fried Gulf Oysters | Asian vegetable slaw | anchovy aioli

Shared Main Course: Surf, Turf & Earth (all items)

Broiled Twin Lobster Tails | Jumbo Seared Sea Scallops

Herb Roasted Beef Medallions | Wild Mushroom Risotto | drawn butter | red wine beef jus | steamed asparagus | herbed plum tomatoes | fried onions

Shared Homemade Dessert Platter (all items)

Ricotta Cheesecake | winter fruit compote

Mocha Tiramisu

Key Lime Panna Cotta

Homemade Valentine’s Chocolate

Chocolate Dipped Strawberry

Pizzette Cookie

February 21 | The Francis | adjacent to Louies Modern

“How Italian Food Conquered the World”

6:30 to 9:30 p.m. | $95/person including wine

Reservations: 239-223-4548 or Italianculinarytours@gmail.com

Starring epicurean performer Robert Gaglio, noted for his culinary tours of Italy, and Italian recording vocalist Antonella De Angelis. Enjoy narrative, entertainment, indulgent Italian cuisine and much “food for thought” as part of this multi-course feast. Menu includes grilled Caeser salad, chicken stracciatella, wild mushroom ravioli, veal saltimbocca and Luciana’s Tiramisu, lovingly paired with Italian wines.

February 22 | Libby’s Café + Bar

Interactive Indian Food & Wine Experience with Deepa from The Indian Table

5 to 8 p.m. | $50/person includes all food, paired drinks and cooking demonstration; vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available plus valet parking

Join Deepa on her birthday to sip and share Indian wine and light bites showcasing the flavors of India. Our expert sommelier will guide you through an exclusive wine tasting and Indian food pairing session. Then, you will experience a spice guide and interactive Indian cooking demonstrations by Deepa. The mouthwatering menu includes delicious handmade samosa, chicken tikka, kofta and many more. After 8 p.m., stay for dancing and drink specials during Libby’s 2.0!

ONGOING

Early Dining | Pre-Theater | Libby’s Café + Bar | Louies Modern | Muse at The Ringling

Daily | Libby’s 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. | Louies and Muse 4 to 6 p.m.

Showcasing new winter menus in pre-fixe fashion, diners can have three-course options for $30 that an appetizer, entrée and dessert. At Libby’s they also add in a glass of wine or beer. Prices range from $19.17 at Libby’s to $30 at Louies and Muse.

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

4 to 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 select bottles of wine 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 | Muse at The Ringling

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

11 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Muse at The Ringling | $3-$21 à la Carte menu

There’s something for everyone at the three TableSeide Restaurants for this traditional weekend indulgence. Muse’s new weekend addition offers an à la carte menu with options from healthy breakfast bowls and quinoa tart salads to indulgent coconut pancakes and brioche French toast, plus the option of then going to an Asolo Theater performance or on a Ringling Museum tour. At Libby’s Café + Bar, the new à la Carte brunch menu is ideally paired with its award-winning Bloody Mary Bar. Downtown, Louies Modern offers a variety of seafood, omelet, fruits and salads and dessert stations along with $5 bottomless Bloody Marys and Mimosas.

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.

About TableSeide Restaurant Group

Redefining Sarasota’s dining experience, TableSeide is a locally based, family-owned and operated restaurant group influenced by over 30 years of restaurant experience. Inspired by a collective passion for the culinary arts, high-touch hospitality, worldwide travels and engaging mentors, the TableSeide team is committed to the shared mission of providing great service, food and drink in a welcoming atmosphere. For more information on our restaurants, locations and dining options, visit www.tableseide.com.