February 26, 2010 -- Karaoke with Kathi

It's Karaoke Friday at City Wine. Kathi the Karaoke Kween has over 500 new songs in her selection. So, come on out, be a star for the night, and sing till your heart's content. Even if you don't like to participate, it's always fun to watch and cheer on others. Kathi Hartzell is a talented singer who will fill the gaps with her own snazzy serenading. Check out the karaoke video uploaded to the City Wine Sellar Facebook page or at YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5Uu-4c9Poo
Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more info.

February 19, 2010 -- Phil Watson, Solo Acoustic

Kick off your weekend with the sounds of Phil Watson at City Wine Sellar on Friday night. Phil is half of the talented duo from the OBX of NC, Watson and Calhoun. He'll play a little folk alternative, eclectic acoustic, and some great 80s tunes for us. You may have seen him at Coaster's in E-City or Sean's in Edenton. Welcome him back to City Wine. Deli fare served till 9 pm; music 7-10 pm. 335-1163.

February 12, 2010 -- Nick Simmons, Solo

Don't wait until Valentine's Day to celebrate your love...your love of great music. You can do that on Friday evening with the amazing talent of Nick Simmons, who will be playing in solo acoustic mode. Nick is a natural musician. When he plays, you can just FEEL his love for music. As a solo entertainer, Nick tones down the "distortion and the volume and lets the music speak for itself." And it does. It truly does.

Mark your calendars, and join us on this Friday evening at City Wine! Music 7-10 pm; Deli fare served until 9:00 pm. 252-335-1163

February 5, 2010 -- Audio Slide Show

Formerly known as Trigger Finger, this local band has a song list comprised of classic rock tunes with newer Top 40 tunes. The group is made up of some of the best of the best musicians and vocalists. Drew Sablon on guitar; Lorie Hull, vocals; Robbie Raper on bass; Barret Kidd on keyboard; and rounded out with Josh Quidley on drums and vocals. Get your groove on at City Wine from 7:00-10:00 pm. Deli fare served until 9:00. 252-335-1163

February 3, 2010 -- French Wine Tasting

They say the French know love like no one else. Or, maybe they just know kissing. Who is to say? Knowing and mastering are two different things. I'm pretty sure that we Americans can give them a run for their Euros on the whole love thing.

With Valentine's Day on the way, we thought it would be the perfect time to hold our French-themed wine tasting. We will taste a variety of wines from the serious side of love and wine, The Georges Dubeouf vineyards, including their Cuvee Saint Valentin Saint Amour Red Boujolais and their new Patchwork series (Pinot Noir and Chardonnay). We will also get a little more light-hearted with our love by featuring French Maid Cabernet and Sauvignon Blanc. To round out our selection, we've chosen a Pouilly Fuisse by Georges Duboeuf. For those of you who don't know, Pouilly Fuisse was one of Natalie Woods favorite wines.

Join us at City Wine from 6:00-7:30 pm, this Wednesday, February 3rd for a romantic and fun evening of sipping. Please RSVP via email to d_malenfant@yahoo.com, by phone 252-335-1163, or via this evite. Feel free to forward this evite to friends and lovers. ;-)

January 29, 2010 -- The Joe Gosman Band

Self described as alternative pop rock with a southern rock feel, The Joe Gosman Band will come alive at The City Wine Sellar on Friday Night, January 29th. These guys are pretty famous in this region, playing at hot spots such as The Jewish Mother, Scotty Quixx, Chesapeake Jubilee, and (of course) good ole City Wine in Elizabeth City.Joe Gosman -- guitar, vocals
Keith Darrow -- keyboard, harmonica
Joel Adkins -- djembe, guitar
John Ashley -- drums
Dean Howard-- bass
Come check them out from 7-10 pm.
Photo copyright infringed from The Joe Gosman Band Facebook page.
http://www.citywine.blogspot.com
http://www.joegosman.com

January 22, 2010 -- Pairadocs

Dr. Tom Vinick has brought on a partner in his practice of music making! Dr. Wes Smith will be joining Tom on stage this Friday night at The City Wine Sellar. Together, they are known as Pairadocs (Get it? Pair of Docs?) and will diagnose and cure your musical malodies with melodies and pop tunes from the 40s through today. Versatile, talented, and always full of energy, these two doctors of entertainment will be "in" from 7-10 pm. Have dinner and a glass of wine and a musicalicious night at City Wine. 252-335-1163. Music 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 335-1163 for more information.See Dr. Tom perform in the UNC-TV Weekend Edition Segment.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pLNuAz0gm4www.citywine.blogspot.comBecome a Fan on Facebook

January 15, 2010 -- Blues with Deacon Blues

Uphill The Band spinoff duo is on the docket this Friday night at City Wine. Deacon Blues (aka Adam Nixon) and Tim Orton will let the blues flow through their musical veins with their mellow vocals and will demonstrate instrumental magic. With a repertoire of acoustic and electric blues, as well as some dittys from The Grateful Dead, Johnny Cash, and even Jim Croce, they will have you tapping your toes and very likely singing along. Be sure to request "Budweiser Romance," one of their originals. Music from 7-10; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information.

January 8, 2010 -- Krazy Night of Karaoke with Kathi

It's Karaoke Friday at City Wine. Kathi the Karaoke Kween has over 500 new songs in her selection. So, come on out, be a star for the night, and sing till your heart's content. Even if you don't like to participate, it's always fun to watch and cheer on others. Kathi Hartzell is a talented singer who will fill the gaps with her own snazzy serenading. Check out the karaoke video uploaded to the City Wine Sellar Facebook page or at YouTube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5Uu-4c9PooMusic from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more info.

January 6, 2010 -- A Conundrum with The Bitches Wine Tasting

A conundrum is "a paradoxical, insoluble, or difficult problem; a dilemma," according to Websters.com (one of my favorite web sites, by the way). We will be having what you might call a double-conundrum evening on Wednesday night. The first being whether to refer to my Guest Pourers by their real moniker (thanks, Websters.com Thesaurus feature ;-)), or to speak of them in more appropriate language so as not to offend anyone.
Our Guest Pourers have been known for years as "The Bayshore Bitches." It just doesn't seem right to call them anything else, such as "The Bayshore Babes" which I had to use in newspaper advertisements. These ladies will explain how they got their name as they serve you with attitude on Wednesday evening. Welcome Beverly Madrin, Tapp Robinson, Sue Thomson, Bea Southworth, Kathy Minschew, and Gwen Hedgepeth as our first Guest Pourers of 2010.
Our second conundrum isn't truly a conundrum. It's the wine selection for the evening. The Bitches will be serving wines from The Conundrum Winery in Monterey County, CA (Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, and Pinot Noir), as well as our popular Bitch wine, a red grenache from Australia.
Join us from 6:00-7:30 for a night of fun and wine. Cost is $15 per person and includes light appetizers, samples of six wines (we do allow second pours), printed tasting sheets, and loads of fun. RSVP requested. 252-335-1163.

December 18, 2009 -- Chuck Hodges & His Makeshift Band

This group of locals is a little bit country, a little bit rock 'n roll! More specifically, "progressive modern rock and alternative country." The result is a "bluesy-folksy, roots-rockish, guitar-centric sound." Everyone who hears Chuck Hodges and His Makeshift Band falls in love with their laid back style. They will calm you and energize you at the same time. Their music has a way of making you feel like all is right with the world.

"Like an old friend you never knew you had, Chuck's music greets you with a familiarity that's almost palpable. Startlingly revelatory lyrics and instantly memorable melodies invoke nearly every human emotion as songs about truth, love, heartache and hope unfold like the melodic chapters in a musical book. Unabashed and disarming, and with a voice that's at once wounded yet hopeful, Chuck writes songs that draw you in with their rich imagery, and then keep you with their musicality."

Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served until 9 pm; Call 252-335-1163 for more info.

December 11, 2009 -- Phil Watson

Kick off your weekend with the sounds of Phil Watson at City Wine Sellar on Friday night. Phil is half of the talented duo from the OBX of NC, Watson and Calhoun. He'll play a little folk alternative, eclectic acoustic, and some great 80s tunes for us. You may have seen him at Coaster's in E-City or Sean's in Edenton. Welcome him to City Wine for his first gig. Deli fare served till 9 pm; music 7-10 pm.

December 2, 2009 -- Annual Sparkling Wine Tasting

It’s that bubbly time of year again when the stars align for the annual Sparkling Wine Tasting at The City Wine Sellar. This year’s bubbles will be popping on Wednesday evening, December 2nd, from 6:00-7:30 pm with a selection of six sparkling vinos, one of which is always a REAL champagne.

It’s a Special, Spectacular, and Sizzly event that gets better and better each year! This year, we will add Stylish, Sumptuous, and Snazzy! Upon the suggestion of a customer and employee, we’re making this year’s Sparkling Tasting a “Dressy*” evening. Ladies, wear your chic Little Black Dress and pearls, or your drop dead gorgeous Little Red Dress and ruby bangles. Gentlemen, arrive looking sharp in your tux or dinner jacket. We’ll clink glasses throughout the evening while mingling and sipping champagne, and toasting to friends and fun times.

Cost is $15.00 per person; RSVP Highly Requested.

*Dressing up is optional. Jeans and a Tee is perfectly fine as well.

November 27, 2009 -- Audio Slide Show

Formerly known as Trigger Finger, this local band has a song list comprised of classic rock tunes with newer Top 40 tunes. The group is made up of some of the best of the best musicians and vocalists. Drew Sablon on guitar; Lorie Hull, vocals; Robbie Raper on bass; Barret Kidd on keyboard; and rounded out with Josh Quigley on drums and vocals. Get your groove on at City Wine from 7:00-10:00 pm.

November 20, 2009 -- Denny Blue

With a name like Denny Blue, how can it be anything other than some mighty fine blues tunes? Denny will help you mellow out with some acoustic and alternative blues on a fine Friday evening in downtown Elizabeth City.
"Denny Blue has been performing on the Outer Banks, NC & Tidewater, Virginia since the early 90's. His style includes heartfelt vocals, banging guitar & slide work with soulful harmonica licks. If you like a mixture of original & covers done in the artist's own style, you'll like his show. He has opened national act shows for Blues slide man John Hammond, Jr, Folk Rockers "the Wallflowers" & new alternative artists' "Carbon Leaf." Check him out, you won't be disappointed. " -- from Denny's myspace page: www.myspace.com/dennyblue

November 13, 2009 -- The Joe Gosman Band

Self described as "alternative pop rock with a southern rock feel," The Joe Gosman Band will come alive at The City Wine Sellar on Friday Night, November 13th. These guys are pretty famous in this region, playing at hot spots such as The Jewish Mother, Scotty Quixx, Chesapeake Jubilee, and (of course) good ole City Wine in Elizabeth City.

Joe Gosman -- guitar, vocals

Keith Darrow -- keyboard, harmonica

Joel Adkins -- djembe, guitar

John Ashley -- drums

Dean Howard -- bass

November 6, 2009 -- Abstract Vibe

Abstract Vibe will be vibrating this Friday night at City Wine. Formerly known as Catch 22, you may have seen these guys at Sean's or Chero's in Edenton, or even Coaster's in E-City. Brad Ober (lead vocals & guitar), Darren Fueston (lead guitar & vocals) David Perry (bass), and David Fueston (drums & vocals) will rock unplugged with popular cover tunes, reggae, rock, country, and classic rock. Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. 252-335-1163.

November 4, 2009 -- Wednesday Wine Tasting

It's our monthly first Wednesday Wine Tasting at City Wine Sellar. Held on the first Wednesday of each month from 6:00-7:30 pm, we sample a variety of six wines (3 whites and 3 reds). This month we will be tasting three wines from California's Tuck Beckstoffer Vineyards and three wines from Cosentino Vineyards, also from California.
Our extra-special Guest Pourers will be none other than Buddy and Beverly Madrin, two of my absolute favorite people!
Written tasting notes are provided, along with special pricing for bottles purchased at the tasting. Cost is $15 per person, and includes tastings, light appetizers, tasting notes, and a guaranteed fun night!

October 30, 2009 -- Ticky Tacky

The first-ever band that actually originated at The City Wine Sellar in downtown Elizabeth City will entertain in true ticky tacky fashion. The original Ticky Tacky began as a four-piece band that has resulted in a few spinoff bands, such as The Charlie Hoidal Band. Ticky Tacky is currently a two-piece band that sounds like a full band with their crowd-pleasing use of a sweet little loop station.
Fifty percent of this husband-wife duo, Britney Luton sings lead vocals, plays bass, and egg shakers. Bill Luton croons some vocals, plays guitar, harmonica, and works the loop station.
They have an originals-heavy flavor; with lots of great cover tunes.

October 23, 2009 -- Pairadocs

Dr. Tom Vinick has brought on a partner in his practice of music making! Dr. Wes Smith will be joining Tom on stage this Friday night at The City Wine Sellar. Together, they are known as Pairadocs (Get it? Pair of Docs?) and will diagnose and cure your musical malodies with melodies and pop tunes from the 40s through today.

Versatile, talented, and always full of energy, these two doctors of entertainment will be "in" from 7-10 pm. Have dinner and a glass of wine and a musicalicious night at City Wine. 252-335-1163.. Music 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information.

See Dr. Tom perform in the UNC-TV Weekend Edition Segment.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pLNuAz0gm4

October 16, 2009 -- Jazz with Connected

A local jazz quintet with world-class talent will be performing at City Wine Sellar on Friday night. Connected features trumpet, piano, drums, saxaphone, and bass and plays both classic and contemporary jazz. Experience "New Orleans" in good-ole Downtown Elizabeth City. Jazz it up from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information.

http://www.citywine.blogspot.com
http://www.dwconnected.com

October 9, 2009 -- Blues with Deacon Blues

Uphill The Band spinoff duo is on the docket this Friday night at City Wine. Deacon Blues (aka Adam Nixon) and Tim Orton will let the blues flow through their musical veins with their mellow vocals and will demonstrate instrumental magic. With a repertoire of acoustic and electric blues, as well as some dittys from The Grateful Dead, Johnny Cash, and even Jim Croce, they will have you tapping your toes and very likely singing along. Be sure to request "Budweiser Romance," one of their originals. Music from 7-10; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information.

October 2, 2009 -- BC of the Dreadnecks

Rock, reggae, funk, folk, jazz and blues...what other entertainer is so versatile? From the Outer Banks of NC, BC will stray from his band, The Dreadnecks, to go it alone at The City Wine Sellar. He HAS been known to bring a fellow musician along now and again, filling your evening with double the acoustic pleasure. Music 7-10; Deli open until 9:00 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information. Tell a friend!

September 25, 2009 -- Ty Fleming

The Teddy Bear is back! Start your weekend with a night of music by Ty Fleming at The City Wine Sellar. Everyone loves Ty Fleming -- he's WAY talented and will have you singing along at the top of your lungs. He'll do a variety of classic rock, country, and some original stuff. Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9:00 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more info. Ty's web site (It's pretty cool): www.myspace.com/flemnation

September 18, 2009 -- Elvis, Rockabilly, 50s Show with Wrenn Mangum

Elvis is in the building. Wrenn Mangum Extraordinaire will be performing his one-man Elvis, Rockabilly, 50's show on September 18th at The City Wine Sellar from 7-10 pm. Singing into an old-style microphone, playing guitar, and swiveling his hips Elvis-style, Wrenn will perform a solo salute to the original rockabilly pioneers and artists of the 50s. Make it even more fun by dressing 50s-style. See videos of Wrenn performing at www.wrennmangum.com. Call us at 252-335-1163 for more information.

September 11, 2009 -- The Audio Slide Show

Formerly known as Trigger Finger, this local band has a song list comprised of classic rock tunes with newer Top 40 tunes. The group is made up of some of the best of the best musicians and vocalists. Drew Sablon on guitar; Lorie Hull, vocals; Robbie Raper on bass; Barret Kidd on keyboard; and rounded out with Josh Quigley on drums and vocals. Get your groove on at City Wine from 7:00-10:00 pm. Deli fare served until 9:00 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information.

September 4, 2009 -- Abstract Vibe

Abstract Vibe will be vibrating this Friday night at City Wine. Formerly known as Catch 22, you may have seen these guys at Sean's or Chero's in Edenton, or even Coaster's in E-City. Brad Ober (lead vocals & guitar), Darren Fueston (lead guitar & vocals) David Perry (bass), and David Fueston (drums & vocals) will rock unplugged with popular cover tunes, reggae, rock, country, and classic rock. Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. 252-335-1163.

August 28, 2009 -- Karaoki with Kathi

It's Karaoke Friday at City Wine. Kathi the Karaoke Kween has over 500 new songs in her selection. So, come on out, be a star for the night, and sing till your heart's content. Even if you don't like to participate, it's always fun to watch and cheer on others. Kathi Hartzell is a talented singer who will fill the gaps with her own snazzy serenading. Check out the karaoke video uploaded to the City Wine Sellar Facebook page or at YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5Uu-4c9Poo
Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more info.

August 21, 2009 -- Chris Palestrant

As the summer winds down, wind up for a boogie night at City Wine Sellar on Friday, August 21st. Chris Palestrant will stray from his band, Uphill, to play some acoustic, low key Boogie, Ballads, and Broadway tunes from 7-10 pm. Dinner served from 6-9 pm; 252-335-1163.

August 14, 2009 -- Dr. Tom Vinick

Dr. Tom LIVE at The City Wine Sellar on Friday night. Back-cracker by day, melody-maker by night. This clip is from the evening he played for UNC-TV. He has a great repertoire of 70s cover tunes that will have you singing along and having a great time. Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served until 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more info. If you'd like to see the entire UNC-TV episode featuring The City Wine Sellar, check it out on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pLNuAz0gm4

August 7, 2009 -- Jazz with Connected

A local jazz quintet with world-class talent will be performing at City Wine Sellar on Friday night.  Connected features trumpet, piano, drums, saxaphone, and bass and plays both classic and contemporary jazz.  Experience "New Orleans" in good-ole Downtown Elizabeth City.  Jazz it up from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm.  Call 252-335-1163 for more information.  

Wednesday Wine Tasting -- August 5, 2009

Except for the American woman, nothing interests the eye of the American man more than an automobile, or seems so important to him as an object of aesthetic appreciation.  (Alfred Hamilton Barr, Jr.)

Wednesday's wine tasting will be a California-focused, automotive-themed tasting with two well-respected brands from the West Coast.  Auto Moto wines are produced in the North and Central Viticultural areas at state-of-the-art facilities, combining Old World winemaking techniques with New World technologies.  Vroom! From the Sonoma, CA area, we will have two organic wines from The Red Truck family of wines.  Originally, a Cline brand, it is now owned by industry wine veterans Dan Leese and Doug Walker, with Charlie Tsegeletos as winemaker.  They leave the fun in winemaking.  

Our Guest Pourers hail from the local Courtesy Ford in Elizabeth City.  Brent Buhl, Shannon Stryker, and Jessica Everett will serve you with classic car style. Will will have Erin Helvig and Steve Raisor collaborating for background sounds of easy listening, classical, light jazz, and pop tunes. 

We will taste a Riesling, an organic Sauvignon Blanc, a Chardonnay, a Merlot, a Cabernet, and an organic Zinfandel.  Tasting held from 6-7:30 pm; $15 per person. Call 252-335-1163 to RSVP.

July 31, 2009 -- Further Adieu

Further Adieu will rock the City Wine Sellar this Friday, July 31st. JJ, Nick, Josh, and Robbie will come together as the group that will rock you all night long (well, until 10 pm) with a variety of rock, pop, classic rock, and original songs. When these four fellas get together, you know you are in for a stellar night of music. They are a crowd favorite. Tunes from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served until 9 pm. Visit Further Adieu online at www.myspace.com/furtheradieu.  Call 252-335-1163 for more information.

July 24 -- Nick Simmons, Solo

It's a treat to have a solo Nick Simmons playing at The City Wine Sellar on Friday night.  Nick is a natural musician. When he plays, you can just FEEL his love for music.  As a solo entertainer, Nick tones down the "distortion and the volume and lets the music speak for itself."  And it does.  It truly does.  

Music 7-10 pm; Deli fare served until 9:00 pm.  252-335-1163

July 17, 2009 -- Chuck Hodges

A local favorite from Camden, NC, Chuck Hodges IS music. Described on his web site as "part alt-country, part Americana, and part modern rock - and smothered with soulfulness," Chuck is the pig-pickin' cake of entertainers. He has a quiet talent that will electrify you.

For those of you who aren't from the South, a pig-pickin' cake is a cake of Southern tradition served at summer pig-pickings. It is a mixture of many great ingredients that can stand on their own in taste, but combined make for an over-the-top tasting experience.

www.citywine.blogspot.com
www.chuckhodges.com

July 10, 2009 -- Deacon Blues

Uphill The Band spinoff duo is on the docket this Friday night at City Wine. Deacon Blues (aka Adam Nixon) and Tim Orton will let the blues flow through their musical veins with their mellow vocals and will demonstrate instrumental magic.  With a repertoire of acoustic and electric blues, as well as some dittys from The Grateful Dead, Johnny Cash, and even Jim Croce, they will have you tapping your toes and very likely singing along.  Be sure to request "Budweiser Romance," one of their originals.  Music from 7-10; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information.

July 3, 2009 -- Phil Watson, Solo

Kick off your holiday weekend with the sounds of Phil Watson at City Wine Sellar on Friday night. Phil is half of the talented duo from the OBX of NC, Watson and Calhoun.  He'll play a little folk alternative, eclectic acoustic, and some great 80s tunes for us.  You may have seen him at Coaster's in E-City or Sean's in Edenton. Welcome him to City Wine for his first gig.  Deli fare served till 9 pm; music 7-10 pm.  

June 19, 2009 -- The Joe Gosman Band

Self described as “alternative pop rock with a southern rock feel,” The Joe Gosman Band will come alive at The City Wine Sellar on Friday Night, June 19th. These guys are pretty famous in this region, playing at hot spots such as The Jewish Mother, Scotty Quixx, Chesapeake Jubilee, and (of course) good ole City Wine in Elizabeth City.
Joe Gosman – guitar, vocals
Keith Darrow – keyboard, harmonica
Joel Adkins – djembe, guitar
John Ashley – drums
Dean Howard – bass
It’s been quite awhile since we’ve had the pleasure of hosting the JGB. So long, in fact, that Joe has grown a full head of hair! Come check them out from 7-10 pm.
Photo copyright infringed from The Joe Gosman Band Facebook page.

June 12, 2009 -- BC of the Dreadnecks

Rock, reggae, funk, folk, jazz and blues...what other entertainer is so versatile? From the Outer Banks of NC, BC will stray from his band, The Dreadnecks, to go it alone at The City Wine Sellar. He HAS been known to bring a fellow musician along now and again, filling your evening with double the acoustic pleasure. Music 7-10; Deli open until 9:00 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information. Tell a friend!

June 5, 2009 -- Jazz with Connected

Make a connection with your jazz roots this Friday with the jazz ensemble, Connected.  These six extremely talented local musicians (CJ, Maurice, Andrea, Dennis, Ellard & Wayne) will entertain you with an evening of New Orleans-style jazz tunes -- both classic and contemporary.  Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm; Call 252-335-1163 for more info.

June 3, 2009 -- California Stand Off Wine Tasting

Don't be standoffish...Our Wednesday Wine Tasting theme for June is called a Stand Off Wine Tasting. A Stand Off tasting is when you taste the same varietal of wine from different regions. This type of tasting allows you to compare and contrast varietals from different areas of a wine producing region, state, country, or from around the world. We're starting close to home with a California Stand Off Tasting. For example, you'll taste a Chardonnay from Monterey, one from Sonoma, and one from Mendocino. You'll taste a Merlot from Napa, one from Santa Barbara, and one from the Central Coast.
As always, this event is a great way to sample wines, socialize, and have a great time. Our tastings aren't "stuffy" or "snobbish" in any way. You will enjoy yourself whether you are a wine novice or a wine expert.
Guest Pourers will be Georgene and Vidal Falcon, proprietors of The Grice-Fearing Bed & Breakfast.
Cost is $15 per person and includes light appetizers, samplings from six different wines, tasting notes, and a fun evening. RSVP Requested (252-335-1163).

May 29, 2009 -- Ticky Tacky

The first-ever band that actually originated at The City Wine Sellar is BACK by popular demand to rock you out in true Ticky-Tacky fashion.

Having lunch one day at City Wine, the eternally optimistic and notorious "we'll try anything" couple, Bill and Britney Luton, said something along the lines of, "Hey, we can put together a band. Why don't you book US on a Friday night?" Tactfully not letting them in on the fact that I hear some variation of this comment at least five times a month, I nervously pencilled (note pencilled) them in under "Bill and Britney." They didn't yet have a name for their band. Within the hour, they had their name and were walking out the door making plans for their gig.
True to form, they put on an amazing show of rock, pop, and top 40 tunes -- a ticky tacky performance of songs from an eclectic mix of genres. I'm glad they didn't tell me until AFTER their first show that they had only had practiced a couple of times as a group!

They've re-grouped, so to speak, with a new member, Toby Tate, have written some original tunes, expanded their playlist, and have actually practiced for their May 29th gig. So, expect an even more electrifying show on the 29th. They'll play from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information
Visit them online at: www.tickytackyband.com. Become a Fan on Facebook. Follow them on Twitter.

May 22, 2009 -- Chuck Hodges

A local favorite from Camden, NC, Chuck Hodges IS music. Described on his web site as "part alt-country, part Americana, and part modern rock - and smothered with soulfulness," Chuck is the pig-pickin' cake of entertainers.  He has a quiet talent that will electrify you.  

For those of you who aren't from the South, a pig-pickin' cake is a cake of Southern tradition served at summer pig-pickings.  It is a mixture of many great ingredients that can stand on their own in taste, but combined make for an over-the-top tasting experience.  

May 15, 2009 -- James Ethan with Jeremy Ellis

This amazing duo will be the Official Opening Act for this year's NC Potato Festival at the Official Potato Festival Kickoff Party on Friday the 15th at City Wine Sellar.  Playing acoustic indie rock, James Ethan and Jeremy will start this year's festival off on the right spud. Join us for a night of fun, fun, fun!  Entertainment 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm.  Call 252-335-1163 for more information about The City Wine Sellar.  Visit www.ncpotatofestival.com or call 252-338-4104 for more information about the NC Potato Festival.

Catch Jeremy playing with the band Ehringhaus on the Bud Light Main Stage Saturday!

May 8, 2009 -- Wrenn Mangum Extraordinaire

Elvis is in the building. Wrenn Mangum Extraordinaire will be performing his one-man Elvis, Rockabilly, 50's show on May 8th at The City Wine Sellar from 7-10 pm. Singing into an old-style microphone, playing guitar, and swiveling his hips Elvis-style, Wrenn will perform a solo salute to the original rockabilly pioneers and artists of the 50s.  Make it even more fun by dressing 50s-style.  See videos of Wrenn performing at www.wrennmangum.com.  Call us at 252-335-1163 for more information.  Deli fare served till 9:00 pm.

May 6, 2009 -- Spring Wine & Sangria Tasting

It's Spring wine and sangria time! Last year's Spring tasting featuring refreshing spring and summer wines was such a popular theme, we're doing it again. This time we will feature both a white wine sangria and a red wine sangria, along with divine seasonal wine and yummy wine drink recipes. Guest Pourers will be: Charlotte Underwood, Mable Jean Moore, Maureen Donnelly, and Susan Hartley from the E.C. Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. 6:00-7:30 pm. Cost is $15 per person, RSVP Highly Requested.  252-335-1163 for more info. 

May 1, 2009 -- "Without" Further Adieu

The acoustic duo of Nick Simmons and JJ Jernigan, referred to as "Without" Further Adieu (get it?) will be on stage at The City Wine Sellar this Friday night (May 1st). So start your May Days right -- at the coolest place in town with the coolest customers and the coolest entertainers.

Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9:00 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information. Never a cover at City Wine.
www.myspace.com/furtheradieu 

March 24, 2009 -- Karaoke with Kathi

It's Karaoke Friday at City Wine. Kathi the Karaoke Kween has over 500 new songs in her selection. So, come on out, be a star for the night, and sing till your heart's content. Even if you don't like to participate, it's always fun to watch and cheer on others. Kathi Hartzell is a talented singer who will fill the gaps with her own snazzy serenading. Check out the karaoke video uploaded to the City Wine Sellar Facebook page or at YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5Uu-4c9Poo
Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more info.

April 17, 2009 -- Further Adieu

Taxes have been filed, you're on Spring Break, the weather is improving...what better way to end such a week than with an evening of great entertainment by Further Adieu.  JJ, Nick, Josh, and Robbie will come together as the group that will rock you all night long (well, until 10 pm) with a variety of rock, pop, classic rock, and original songs. They are a crowd favorite. Tunes from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served until 9 pm. Visit Further Adieu online at www.myspace.com/furtheradieu.

April 10, 2009 -- Abstract Vibe

Abstract Vibe will be vibrating this Friday night at City Wine. Formerly known as Catch 22, you may have seen these guys at Sean's or Chero's in Edenton, or even Coaster's in E-City. Brad Ober (lead vocals & guitar), Darren Fueston (lead guitar & vocals) David Perry (bass), and David Fueston (drums & vocals) will rock unplugged with popular cover tunes, reggae, rock, country, and classic rock. Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. 252-335-1163.
It's also an unofficial "I went to NHS in the Eighties" reunion. Stop by and say hi to friends.

April 3, 2009 -- BC of the Dreadnecks

Rock, reggae, funk, folk, jazz and blues...what other entertainer is so versatile? From the Outer Banks of NC, BC will stray from his band, The Dreadnecks, to go it alone at The City Wine Sellar. He HAS been known to bring a fellow musician along now and again, filling your evening with double the acoustic pleasure. Music 7-10; Deli open until 9:00 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information. Tell a friend!