March into Easter the TableSeide Way

Photo: A “heading into spring” dining highlight is the annual Easter Brunch offering from TableSeide Restaurant Group, including Libby’s Café & Bar, Louies Modern and Muse at The Ringling. Chef prepared carving and dining stations, including classic breakfast and brunch, salads, sides, seafood and pastries/desserts bring an elevated dining experience to this annual holiday feast.

TableSeide Restaurant Group celebrates the arrival of spring with a host of specials and events, including elaborate Easter Brunch buffets at Libby’s Café + Bar, Louies Modern and Muse at The Ringling. Additional highlights include Louies Modern’s Sunday Supper and Chef’s Dinner, the launch of a new Storytellers wine series, Indian street food and interactive dining events, Miracle League fundraisers, job fairs for Oak & Stone’s new location in St. Pete, and “put on the dancing shoes” party fun.

To preview menus or for more information, visit www.tableseide.com or www.oakandstone.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 University Park | 5405 University Parkway | University Park | 34201 | 941.225.4590

Oak & Stone St. Pete | Opening Spring 2018 | 199 Central Ave | St. Pete | 33701 | 727.565.4064

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

March Events

March 2 | Louies Modern

Louies Live First Friday Night: Disco Fever Costume and Dance Contest

8 to 11 p.m.

This first Friday event offers a different theme every month, and March is Disco Fever Costume and Dance Contest. The winner of each contest gets his or her drink tab covered for the remainder of the night for themself and one friend. Contests begin at 9:00 p.m. DJ Joey D Sarasota will spin tunes by Gloria Gaynor, Chic, the Bee Gees, Cher, KC and the Sunshine Band and other disco hit makers. Happy Hour drink specials are available all night as well as Ketel One promotions.

March 2 | Oak & Stone St. Pete

First Friday

5:30 to 10 p.m.

Find us at First Friday in St. Pete sampling food, meeting our St. Pete friends, and passing out Oak & Stone swag.

March 3 | Oak & Stone University Park

Hometown Fest

Noon to 4 p.m.

Join Oak & Stone at Hometown Fest at Nathan Benderson Park, where a lucky winner will be selected to receive one free pizza every month for the rest of 2018. Enter to win by tagging a friend on one of the Oak & Stone pizza posts on Facebook and Instagram until March 3.

March 3 | Libby’s Café + Bar

B.Y.O.F.

11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Libby’s kicks off B.Y.O.F. - Bring your own friend, family or foe and get 10% off lunch every Saturday with your loyalty card.

March 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. This Sunday is extra special as Louies is partnering with Ringling College for the National Ocean Spray Advertising Competition and featuring cranberries on both drink and dining menus.

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, sponsored by Ringling College. 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. Special offerings this month include White Cosmopolitans, Cranberry Basil Mules, Cranberry-Chili Sauced Wings, Cranberry Farro Amandine Salad and Cranberry Sorbet. Live DJ for dancing away the afternoon.

Sunday Supper (and no corkage fee) | Local Cobia 3 Ways | $45/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. Menu includes:

Amuse: Cobia Ceviche | citrus cure | chulpe corn | cilantro | sweet potato

Appetizer: Cobia Mousse | chives | paprika | house crackers

Palate Cleanser Intermezzo: Orange Octopus Cranberry Sorbet

Entree: Wood-grilled Cobia Al Pastor | celery root puree | jicama, mango & cranberry salsa | crisp carrots

The exclusive Sunday Supper: Chef’s Dinner is offered to a group of 12 people at 6:30 p.m. for an interactive experience with Chef Jose. Guests are seated at the dining room bar where they can watch Chef Jose prepare and serve their food to them, offering a personalized touch to their dining experience.

March 7 | March 14 | March 21 | March 28 | Oak & Stone St. Pete

Job Fairs

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The new restaurant expects to hire up to 160 employees for all front and back of house positions. Interested applicants can apply on-line with interview sessions planned for every Wednesday in March. https://www.oakandstone.com/ca...

March 8 | Louies Modern

Storytellers: Wine | $25/person

6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Louies launches its new Storytellers series to highlight specific spirits or food items for guests to learn more about them and have the opportunity to get up close and personal with the purveyors. This month's series focuses on wine with five distributors showcasing their favorite two wines to each table for a total of ten tastings. Dinner service for guests attending this event is additional and encouraged for more insights into great food and wine pairings.

March 10 | Oak & Stone University Park

Miracle League Season Kick-off & After Party

7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Join Oak & Stone at the Longwood Run field to kick off the Miracle League’s season where attendees can buddy up for bases at the home opener at 6050 Longwood Run Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34243. Head to Oak & Stone afterward for a post-game celebration where kids get free pizza when a parent or adult purchases an entrée or personal pizza (available until 5 p.m.).

March 17 | Oak & Stone University

Paddy-O Party Day & Night

11:30 a.m. to close

St. Patty’s Day kicks off with “batter-up” pitching machine fundraising until 4:00 p.m. Revelers can also participate in the Cornhole Tournament (bean bag toss) starting at 3 p.m. with winners receiving an Oak & Stone gift card. There will also be live music and more game fun for all ages.

March 18 | Louies Modern

Indian Street Food Experience | $40/person

5 to 8 p.m.

From Mumbai to New Delhi, cities throughout India boast an eclectic and delicious array of street foods. From spicy chaats to filled flatbreads and masala chai, it’s easy to get lost in the unfamiliar words of all the incredible snacking options. The Indian Table will transport guests to the street vendors of India without leaving Louies Modern and will create favorites such as kati rolls, chaat, authentic masala chai and many more popular Indian street foods. There will even be a henna artist on hand.

Reservations: https://www.theindiantable.com/2018-cooking-classes

March 24 | Oak & Stone St. Pete

Tampa Bay Rowdies Home Opener

Join Oak & Stone St. Pete for the Tampa Bay Rowdies Home Opener and parade and/or stop by and check out Oak & Stone’s new digs at 199 Central Ave. in downtown St. Pete (and pick up some cool Oak & Stone swag and coupons).

March 24 | The Francis | adjacent to Louies Modern

Sabor Sarasota | $15/person

6 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Bailamos March 24th everyone! Dress to impress and come ready to enjoy a night of dancing. Music by Miami DJ Jorge Charun and Tampa DJ DC will keep you doing the Salsa, Mambo, Bachata and Cha Cha all night long. Free Bachata lesson with DK Dance from 9 to 10 p.m.; social dancing from 10 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

March 25 | The Francis | adjacent to Louies Modern

Basics of Indian Cuisine Cooking Class with Deepa from The Indian Table | $65/person includes all food, cooking demonstration and recipe booklet; vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available

6 to 8:30 p.m.

Unlock the secrets of Indian cuisine by joining cooking classes hosted by Deepa. During this first class in the series, learn about Indian spices and herbs in detail and how to blend them to make fragrant masalas, which will enable you to make easy and flavorful Indian dishes.

Reservations: https://www.theindiantable.com/2018-cooking-classes

Easter Offerings

Taking the ultimate Easter Day indulgence to the next level, Libby’s Café + Bar, Louies Modern and Muse at The Ringling are pulling out all the stops to treat family and friends with elaborate, made-to-order stations, ranging from classic breakfasts to specialty brunch options, homemade treats and sweets plus carving, seafood, salad and hot item stations. Kids and parents also receive a special Easter Crafts Goodie Bag upon arrival.

April 1 | Libby’s Café + Bar

Easter Brunch Buffet | $55/adults, $25/kids (12 and under)

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

April 1 | Louies Modern

Easter Brunch Buffet | $65/adults, $25/kids (12 and under)

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

April 1 | Muse at The Ringling

Easter Brunch Buffet | $65/adults, $25/kids

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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 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 | Oak & Stone University Park

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

11 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. | Oak & Stone University Park | $6 to $16 à la carte menu

There’s something for everyone at the three TableSeide Restaurants and Oak & Stone University Park 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. At Oak & Stone, sample one of their new “Oak Bowls” or pair pizzas with eggs and breakfast-type indulgences.

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.