This weekend: Kean, Jazz Hot, wine specials, new on the menu

Yes, I know it is snowing.

Snowmageddon has come to Cleveland.

However, at Vine & Bean we reward those who do not cower from the cold and blustery, do not wilt at sight of the white. We offer cozy community to all those willing to reach out for a Momma Mocha and a hot panini … or maybe a Cabernet by the fireplace.

It’s a special weekend here as we welcome some great music, some great new food and drink and say good bye to Andy, who is off the join the Peace Corps.

Friday, February 26, 8PM: Kerry Kean

Kerry Kean - Finger-style Guitarist

This Friday we welcome Kerry Kean to the Vine and Bean for the first time. Kerry is a singer, songwriter, guitarist and musical raconteur with a deep well of skills, stories, and showmanship to  warm up the evening.

He has been performing as a solo act for many years, opening for artists like John Fahey and John Hartford. In 1995 Kerry released “Guitarism”, a solo finger-style album which covers a wide range of musical territory. “Deer Tracks” from this album was selected for a Folknet compilation CD and is still in rotation on local radio stations.

Saturday, February 27, 8PM: Gene’s Jazz Hot

I’m not a big fan of consistency for it’s own sake, but I love that I can count on Gene and her merry band to bring a cornucopia of fun and beauty into the parlor.

Don’t miss out on the merriment this month.

Beer News:

We’ve added Denver Pale Ale from Great Divide Brewing to our menu.

DPA is a world-renowned, classic pale ale with a malty middle and an equally hearty complement of hop aroma, flavor and biterness. 5.4% ABV

Wine Special:

Tenuto Il Como Minna e Moro 2005 – Italian red for wine lovers, $4/glass