Yay! The weekly wine tasting is back! Our new wine schedule is from 2 to 5 pm. Just $8 per person.

Join us and sample the following:

Prendo Pinot Grigio, Italy

Clos La Chance Sauvignon Blanc, Central Coast

Michael Pozzan Pinot Noir, Russian River

Flying Dog, Woody Creek White, MD

Gulden Draak Ale, Belgium

It’s finally here, our re-opening date is set for this Tuesday May 1st!  Come and check out the beautifully redesigned dining room, our new DoughPro wood burning oven, and of course our NEW MENU!  And, yes, THE WINE SHOP will be opening as well.  Come and join us as we celebrate the great gift of food & drink!

Friends -

I am very proud to announce that Vivian has been selected as a Semi-finalist for the James Beard Award Best Chef Southeast. The Semi-finalists were announced on February 21st and the finalists will be announced on May 7th.  These awards honor the best of the best in our industry and are often referred to as the Oscars of the food world.

Please visit the link to see the other semi-finalists in our state and across the nation.  These are great places to visit on you next vacation or to make a vacation visiting.

http://www.jamesbeard.org/files/2012_JBF_SEMIFINALISTS.pdf

New vintages and new booze for the new year! Come join us from 3 to 6 pm to sample the line up:

2010 Le Rocher Des Violettes, Chenin Blanc, France

2009 La Atalaya, Garnacha/Monastrell, Spain

Monty Python’s Holy Grail Ale, NY

Insanely Bad Elf, Imperial Red Ale, United Kingdom

Gulden Draak, Van Steenberg of Ertvelde, Belgium

Get a jump start on your New Years! Come to the wine tasting from 3 to 6 pm.

Then grab an extra bottle or two for your party needs. Oh, and don’t forget the snacks! Cheers!

Here’s the line up:

NV Gran Sarao Brut, Spain

2008 Freestone Pinot Noir, Sonoma

2009 FoxGlove Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles

Lagunitas Little Sumpin’ Sumpin’ Ale, CA

Lagunitas Cappacino Stout, CA

“White Keys and Black Ties:  Tyler Griffin and Clay Whittington in Concert” @ Chef & the Farmer
Both born and raised in Kinston, NC, Tyler and Clay have performed all over the U.S. They are bringing their show “White Keys and Black Ties” to  the Chef and the Farmer on Dec. 28th @ 7 p.m. Their repertoire will please generations from 8 to 80 with artists such as Elton John, Billy Joel, Burt Bacharach, George Michaels, Carl Carlton, and many more! Expect to here a little pop, a little country, a little Broadway, and everything in between.
Tyler Griffin recently graduated from ECU with a B.F.A. in Musical Theatre. He served as musical director for various musicals and cabarets while at ECU. He has also performed in various notable venues such as the Mexico City Opera House and Los Labradores Opera House in San Miguel, Mexico. Tyler has also trained with renowned performers such as Ben Vereen, Michael Rupert, Lauren Kennedy, and Norm Lewis. If you would like more information on Tyler go to www.tyleragriffin.com
Clay Whittington is a respected performer that has performed in various productions across the U.S. Bill Anderson, the executive producer of the nation’s largest outdoor drama, “TEXAS,” said Clay was “one of the most complete performers I have ever had the chance to work with.” Clay has also music directed shows such as   A Christmas Carol, High School Musical, and Willy Wonka. He has starred in productions of Jesus Christ Superstar and Clue: The Musical. Clay has also composed the score for Cinderella: A Tale Retold. He has also performed in various concerts and benefits around the state. For more information on Clay visit www.claywhittington.me
We hope to see you at Chef and the Farmer Dec. 28 @ 7 p.m!

More juice! We have really been stocking up for the holidays folks! We have two new wines we know you will enjoy.

Also, we’re showcasing the Thomas Creek brewery, from Greenville, SC. Come join us from 3 to 6 pm for just $8 per person. Cheers!

2010 Catalpa Chardonnay, Argentina

2009 BigVine Pinot Noir, Central Coast, CA

Thomas Creek’s:

Stillwater Vanilla Cream Ale

Pump House Porter

Deep Water Dopplebock Lager

Conduplico Immundus Monachus, Belgian-Style Imperial Porter

Fresh on the shelf! New bottles we haven’t even tasted yet:

2008 Lioco Chardonnay, Sonoma Valley, Durell Vineyard

2006 Sensorium Cabernet Sauvignon, Santa Cruz Mtns, CA

Meantime London Porter, London

Meantime Scotch Ale, London

Broadbent Porto, Auction Reserve