Seidensticker says he looks forward to elevating the institution’s reputation and helping diners find a new favorite dish. According to Seidensticker, Muse is no different.Ĭaesar's Deviled Eggs (Romaine, parmesan and garlic crumbs).Īlthough Seidensticker, his executive chef Fran Casciato and his staff (100% of whom stayed on from Treviso) are confident in the fresh menu and interior, the immediate challenge is winning over The Ringling regulars who made Treviso part of their visit. And although each restaurant presents a different dining atmosphere, a common theme can be found in its contemporary American cuisine. TableSeide Restaurant Group began with Libby’s Café+Bar, which opened in the Southside Village in 2008, and continued in 2012 with Louie’s Modern and The Francis downtown. “We wanted to match the level of the art here at the Ringling with something on a plate that The Ringling could be proud of.”
“We knew the concept had to be elevated,” says Seidensticker. They, along with eight other local companies, sought the open position. Patrick Seidensticker, along with his father, Steve, siblings, Lisa and Joe, and business partner, Jeff Greco, own TableSeide Restaurant Group. As the institution set out to find a replacement, Ringling Executive Director Steven High says he wanted the space to go to someone local. In June, The Ringling’s contract expired with the owner of its catering company and on-site restaurant, Treviso. TableSeide Restaurant Group went through 50 to 75 ideas and names before settling on the name Muse. “We want to come in and do some really creative stuff.”įor Seidensticker, the new endeavor is about more than just serving food he wants to create culinary art, and he holds his food to the same standards as the art hanging inside the museum. “Our goal is to work with The Ringling to create food for events that allow people to get on the grounds and experience what’s going on here,” says Seidensticker. And in February, The Ringling’s anticipated Center for Asian Art will open.Īnd Seidensticker and Executive Chef Fran Casciato are already planning special Asian dishes to coincide with the opening. 15 to 18, will showcase various Asian artists and companies. This year’s Ringling International Arts Festival, which takes palce from Oct. Future Food FestivitiesĪt the newly opened Muse restaurant, Seidensticker and company have plenty of calendar space dedicated to special events. The restaurant has only been open a week, and after winning the bid to be the new culinary face of The Ringling, he wants everything to be perfect. Just before opening for lunch, Patrick Seidensticker, manager of Muse restaurant, huddles his crew together for some last-minute notes.