Contact: Susan Martin, Quinn & Co., 212.868.1900 ext. 224, suzequinn@aol.com

WHO GIVES A FLYING TARTE FLAMBÉE?

Seppi’s, Raoul’s Uptown Sister, Creates Rustic

French Peasant Food On 56^th Street

Seppi’s, the popular uptown outpost of SoHo’s Raoul’s, ushers in fall with new, simple but satisfying dishes. Tarte Flambée, a traditional Alsatian dish created by bakers to make use of the leftover bread dough, is served in several savory variations for the fall. What was once the baker’s lunch is now the signature dish at this charming Midtown French bistro.

“We have tried to stay close to our roots by preparing dishes that are true to old world traditions,” said Chef Claude Alain Solliard. “Tarte Flambée reflects this as well as the flavors of fall; simple, earthy and comforting.”

Each Tarte Flambée consists of thin flatbread dough baked crisp on a baker’s stone, then topped with a medley of ingredients that enhance the flavors of the others. Les Tarte Flambees on the fall menu include: La Traditionelle (Bacon, Caramelized Onion and Crème Fraiche); La Lente (Roasted Garlic, Onions Tomatoes and Escargot), La Maison (Grilled Portobella Mushrooms, Zucchini, Tomatoes and Onions) and La Fumee (Smoked Salmon, Caramelized Onions and Crème Fraiche). Each is served with mixed greens lightly dressed in Seppi’s house vinaigrette.

“Where my brother Guy and I grew up in Alsace,” said owner Serge Raoul,” these wonderful breads were sold as street fair food. Every bite is a taste of home.”

Chef Solliard’s complete fall menu is attached. Please contact Susan Martin at 212.868.1900 x224, suzequinn@aol.com for photos and press reservations.

Located at 123 West 56^th Street, Seppi’s is adjacent to Le Parker Meridien hotel. Filling a void in midtown dining with an innovative menu served late into the night in an atmosphere evoking the feel of “old New York” with a heaping dash of Parisian charm. Seppi’s is open 11:30 AM – 2:00 AM seven days a week.