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Sarasota News Leader April 12, 2013 Page 53 service starts at 11:30 a.m., a news release Palm Avenue garage complex, providing 700 notes. covered parking spaces free of charge to dinThe Francis, Sarasota's newest special events ers and guests. venue, is available year-round for groups and bridal parties ranging from 10 to 250 people. "This stylish multi-function space offers creative and innovative cuisine from a top-notch culinary team that artfully blends inspiring food and ambiance with professional and attentive service," the release adds. The facility includes state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, a private dining room and complimentary covered parking. Louies Modern and The Francis are owned and operated by the Libby's Café + Bar partners — Steve, Joe and Pat Seidensticker and Jeff Greco. "Louies Modern pays tribute to Steve's father, Louie, a self-taught culinary master who held a shared passion for good food and drink," the release adds. The interior design of the facilities was created by Daroff Design in Philadelphia, while Located at 1280 N. Palm Avenue, Louies Mod- Fishman & Associates of Venice handled the ern and The Francis are adjacent to each oth- kitchen design. The local architect was Jonaer on the street level of the award-winning than Parks Architect of Sarasota. Diners enjoy lunch in Louies Modern on the first floor of the Palm Avenue parking garage in Sarasota. Photo by Norman Schimmel