A POP-up restaurant in Market Rasen will offer diners a gourmet twist on a French classic.
Crêpes by Candlelight is taking place at Sunnyside Up, in Tealby Road, on Saturday, December 1, from 7pm.
It is being organised by Lucie Mountain, who founded Crêpe Lucette last year after training to make pancakes in Brittany – the crêpe capital of the world.
She said: "Rather than serving classic flavours like lemon and sugar, or ham and cheese, we've devised a gourmet menu to demonstrate how versatile crêpes can be.
"When I started the business, I always thought my ambition was to open a crêperie, but the idea of hosting regular pop-up events instead has become more and more appealing.
"I already have a Crêpe Lucette van, which I take to events such as farmers' markets, so it will be great to have a proper restaurant for the night."
Gourmet crêpes on the menu on the night will include salmon with sauteed leek and champagne sauce, and roast butternut squash with goats cheese.
Despite its success, the business is still a part-time passion for Lucie who also works at North East Lincolnshire's e-Factor.
She added: "I've loved crêpes since I was a little girl and have always been in heaven when I've found caterers who do them really well.
"Unfortunately, most events you go to, the food that's served in catering vans is cheap and nasty.
"That's why when I realised there was a real gap in the market for crêpes, I decided to go to Brittany so I could learn how to make them from the experts."
Lucie is also passionate about supporting local producers and has worked closely with Market Rasen Business Improvement Group, which recently attracted government funding to help reinvigorate the town's high street.
She explained: "It was through the business improvement group that I started looking for venues for my pop-up restaurants.
"I thought it would benefit local landlords by allowing them to rent out their premises for a short time, as well as giving customers in the area something new to try.
"Sunnyside Up seemed like the perfect place for me to hold my first pop-up event in as it's already well equipped and the owner is also passionate about local produce."
Tables for Crêpes by Candlelight must be pre-booked by calling Sunnyside Up on 01673 843840.
