@perseny

Chef Keller's new cookbook THE FRENCH LAUNDRY, PER SE, written with @_chefdavidbreeden, @coreydchow, and , will be published on October 27, 2020 and is now available for preorder. ⁣ .⁣ Find a few favorite bookstores at link in bio including @finessethestore_com where a portion of proceeds from each copy sold will go towards the Keller Restaurant Relief Fund.⁣ .⁣ Here, @chefthomaskeller describes the book: "I started working on this book two years ago, envisioning a cookbook not just about recipes but about the evolution of fine dining as seen through the unique collaboration between the kitchens of @_tfl_ and @perseny. ⁣ . ⁣ Now, in the summer of 2020, the value of restaurants as a social force has never been so clear. The nourishment provided by a meal does not begin or end with the food served on a plate. It starts with feeding your family or gathering with friends around a table and extends outward in a web of community and connectivity. We are joined in a symbiotic relationship that also sustains the farmers who grow our food, the fisherman who harvest our oysters, the foragers who gather our mushrooms, and the winemakers who supply our cellars. Those who choose to dine at our restaurants also support the people who bring them to life and maintain them, from the cleaners who wash our linens and the artisans who make our porcelain, to the florists who fill our rooms with beauty and the myriad of skilled individuals who make our daily service possible. ⁣ .⁣ While much has changed, what remains unaltered is our shared humanity, our need for community, and our capacity for generosity. Our new cookbook, like the two restaurants at its center, is meant as a tribute to these traits."

Our Beverage Director @michelcouvreux has been cooking up creations inspired by his French heritage, and pairs them as only he can. "Stephane Moreau produces some of the most exciting Chablis right now. This premier cru offers flavors of wet stones, chalk and plenty of minerality character. On the nose, there are some notes of white flowers and citrus peel. This wine has a very bright acidity and is medium bodied. A perfect wine to go with seafood dishes. Happy weekend."

Island Creek Oysters has been our purveyor since the opening of Per Se and we have appreciated our long friendship with Skip Bennett and his team. We use these oysters for our signature Oysters and Pearls dish. While at home, I was inspired by what my son likes to eat so I have created additional preparations both raw and cooked. Enjoy and thank you Island Creek! We hope to see you soon.

Local restaurants aren’t like other small businesses. . Surviving is hard: We operate at very low profit margins, rely on consistent revenue & can't reopen in an instant. . Our impact is huge: Our industry employs millions of Americans & represents up to 4% of the nation’s GDP. . Our communities depend on us: No one wins when one of America’s biggest and most beloved industries fails. . But Congress still hasn’t heard us: The Paycheck Protection Program has not yet been fixed to address the needs of our industry. . Tell your lawmakers independent restaurants are still in DIRE need of fixes to the PPP at the link in our bio. . .

CONGRESS: Act NOW as if a major cornerstone of the economy is about to be eviscerated. Because IT IS. The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) isn’t helping independent restaurants survive this crisis. Congress MUST so the restaurant industry — a huge economic driver and employer — and our workers can get through this. Join me in demanding Congress helps . Link in bio.

During these unsettling times of struggle it helps to focus on those that make our business so important and so special. Thank you Hak Soo. . “Dear Laura and Chef Keller, . Thank you so very much for your initiative for Keller Restaurant Relief Fund and for staying so active in bringing us together in this time of crisis. Although my resources are limited, I would like to share a song with you in response to your movement and your messages to the hospitality industry and the world. The title is “You’ll Never Walk Alone” from the musical "Carousel" by Rogers and Hammerstein.” - Hak Soo Kim | @happyhaksoo | Assistant Head Sommelier

FEED IT FORWARD. “Never in the course of the past 26 years since opening The French Laundry and our sister restaurants and bakeries, did any of us think we would find ourselves in the state we are in. It’s been devastating to close our doors across the country and say goodbye to our daily routine and the camaraderie we experience with our teams and guests. . A great meal is not just about the food and wine. It’s an opportunity to make emotional connections. Over the years, our staff has been dedicated to creating lasting memories for countless guests from our neighborhoods and around the world. They take pride in that effort, which lies at the essence of everything we do. . But now my teams, comprising 1,200 employees, can no longer perform their roles. Furloughed across the country in New York, Florida, Nevada and California, they face the prospect of dire financial hardships. . In response to these trying times, we have launched the KELLER RESTAURANT RELIEF FUND, a not-for-profit charitable organization aimed at helping employees who are impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. We need your help! . Donations to this 501(c)(3) Fund will be tax deductible upon the final approval from the Internal Revenue Service, and will go toward grants that will cover the cost of housing, medical, child and adult care, and other basic necessities. . With the temporary closure of our restaurants, I have heard from many of you expressing your care and concern and asking how you can help. I invite you, if you are able, to consider a contribution to help your favorite server, the bartender who knows your mood, the chef who sends an extra course, the porter who is integral to everything we do, or the management and administrative teams who work tirelessly behind the scenes. . Be well, stay safe and take care of your family, friends, neighbors, and community; this is still at the forefront of what our teams do, and they need you more than ever. DONATE LINK IN BIO . Thank you for your support. We are so grateful.” - Chef Thomas Keller

LET'S TAKE ACTION! . Coronavirus is hitting restaurants hard. Seven million people have already been laid off and millions more will be affected. We need Congress to assist with recovery for our restaurants and everything they represent. . Learn more about how we can in the link in Bio.

“As of this afternoon we've made the incredibly difficult decision of temporarily suspending operations at Per Se, for the health, welfare and safety of our team, guests and community. . The seriousness and rapidly escalating situation has severely impacted Per Se and our restaurant community. Making this difficult and emotional decision is the only recourse we see to ensure the future of our restaurant. . Throughout our closure, we will support our team by providing them with information and access to local, governmental and organizational resources as well as our Employee Assistance Program. . When we do reopen, we will be honored and eager to welcome you back and our team will be waiting with open arms. There have been so many wonderful memories at this restaurant, and we look forward to making more with you soon. . Special thanks to my Per Se team; Sam, Sandra, Corey, Anna and Michel for the thoughtful way in which they have navigated through these past weeks. And thank you to all of our loyal guests who are keeping our spirits going with support and words of encouragement. . We will persevere together with a new solitude and are hopeful we will find those new beginnings. . Please stay safe and support your local communities and those in need as best you can.” - Chef Thomas Keller

"At our restaurants, our actions have always been guided by the core values of awareness, initiative and responsibility. This has been our ethos at our establishments, and it remains so in these challenging times. While we have always adhered to the highest cleanliness and food safety standards, we want to ensure our guests, purveyors and staff that we are going above and beyond, and also working in accordance with the guidelines and recommendations set forth by the World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control, and local health authorities. . Given the uncertainties posed by the rapidly evolving COVID-19 pandemic, we will gladly accommodate any cancellations and or refunds regarding reservations and or special events. We all have a role to play in contributing to the health and welfare of our communities. We will run our restaurants safely and responsibly for as long as deemed safe. . We would like to welcome you and remain a haven and a source of nourishment and comfort in our communities. We are committed to the safety and health of all our teams and are making sure that each and every member feels informed and protected. . I remain in your service and please reach out to my team at tkrg@prconsulting.net or our restaurants with any questions or concern." - Thomas Keller

Grateful to be able to support @CityMeals on Wheels at the 23rd annual Sunday Supper! Tonight’s dinner raised enough money to provide over 128,000 meals for homebound elderly New Yorkers. Thank you for hosting Chef @danielboulud . Citrus Trifle with Sake Gelée, Heirloom Navel Oranges, “Creamsicle” Ice Cream, and Crystallized Rose Petals

We are closed today Saturday March 7th for Lunch Service due to a private event and look forward to seeing you this evening.