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DJ Mateo is back for another evening of spinning vinyl!!
Suggested $5 donation
He will be spinning STRICTLY VINYL. Come on out and experience a mix of roots reggae, funk, soul, and everything in between. It's gonna be 🔥
Grab a bite to eat and a glass of cider and chill with the vibes and views. Don’t miss it!!
Cider, Food, and live music from 5-8 PM every Thursday!
Rooted in old-time tradition, Richie Stearns eclectic banjo playing defies genre and we are so fortunate every time he plays in our tasting room! Some weeks Richie will play solo and some weeks he will be joined by another local musician. Watch for updated posts for who is joining him!
RICHIE STEARNS first discovered the pleasures of the old-time banjo when he was 14. He’s traveled around the world, performing both traditional and his own original music, finding ways to collaborate with musicians from five continents (Africa/Asia/North America, Australia, Europe) as well as local musicians from diverse musical backgrounds (classical, jazz, country, R&B, and more). Over the past three decades, he’s written original music for film scores and dance ensembles as well his own bands (The Horse Flies, Evil City String Band, Ti Ti Chickapea, Donna the Buffalo, and the Renegades, among them) and collaborated with artists from a variety of disciplines to present public performances on stages through the U.S., Canada, and Europe, as well as on radio and television.
MAQ is a musical ensemble based in Ithaca, NY comprised of some of the area's best seasoned jazz and Brazilian-music musicians. Its members have individually toured throughout the United States and Europe, in venues from concert halls to clubs, performing everything from classic and modern jazz to Brazilian bossa, choro and forro music.
Line up:
Eric Aceto - Violin
Harry Aceto - Bass
Doug Robinson - Guitar / Vocals
Chad Lieberman - Piano, Accordion
Steve Pond - Percussion
MAQ will play the 1st and 3rd Mondays.
Cider, Food, and live music from 5-8 PM every Thursday!
Rooted in old-time tradition, Richie Stearns eclectic banjo playing defies genre and we are so fortunate every time he plays in our tasting room! Some weeks Richie will play solo and some weeks he will be joined by another local musician. Watch for updated posts for who is joining him!
RICHIE STEARNS first discovered the pleasures of the old-time banjo when he was 14. He’s traveled around the world, performing both traditional and his own original music, finding ways to collaborate with musicians from five continents (Africa/Asia/North America, Australia, Europe) as well as local musicians from diverse musical backgrounds (classical, jazz, country, R&B, and more). Over the past three decades, he’s written original music for film scores and dance ensembles as well his own bands (The Horse Flies, Evil City String Band, Ti Ti Chickapea, Donna the Buffalo, and the Renegades, among them) and collaborated with artists from a variety of disciplines to present public performances on stages through the U.S., Canada, and Europe, as well as on radio and television.
Golden Hour Music Series kicks off with New Planets and continues every Friday night!
4:30 pm doors // 5:30 pm show
$10 cover at the door
Cider, cocktails, local beer, farm-to-table food, and live music!
Additional parking beyond the gardens - look for the “PARKING” sign
Some of the most creative music forces in the Ithaca area have joined forces and created the NEW PLANETS! New Planets features members of Big Mean Sound Machine and Mosaic Foundation, so you will be sure to hear some classics mixed in with some new tunes that will get you dancing all night long.
Join us every Monday for cider, food, and live jazz with some of the best local musicians!
$5 suggested donation for the band
Dave Davies RhythmMakers here on Jazz Mondays with Jazz, Blues, Originals, and more!
Dave Davies RhythmMakers play on the 2nd and 4th Mondays each month.
Meet the artist:
Annie Sumi is a mixed-race, ethereal folk artist from Canada. Her latest collection of songs, Solastalgia, was released in October 2021. Since the release of her debut album, she has received nominations for "New/Emerging Artist of the Year" (Canadian Folk Music Awards, 2018), "Best Singer-Songwriter" (TIMAs, 2015), "New/Emerging Artist of the Year" (Hidden Roots Collective, CFMAs, 2017), and more. With the support of the Ontario Arts Council, Annie has carried these landscapes of sound across Canada, parts of the U.S., and central Europe. She has opened for musical icons like Buffy Sainte Marie, Amelia Curran, Ron Sexsmith, and more.
Golden Hour Music Series every Friday!
4:30 pm doors // 5:30 pm show
$12 Adv // $15 at the door
Additional parking beyond the gardens - look for the “PARKING” sign
Meet the band:
Since their inception in 1999, the Sim Redmond Band has been steadily on the rise, forging new ground in roots music. Traveling around the globe, playing with the likes of Habib Koite, the Neville Brothers, the Wailers, Jimmy Cliff, and moe. in some of the most beautiful venues in the U.S. and Japan. SRB's unique blend of Roots-Rock, African, and Jamaican music continues to spread like wild fire.
They are based in Ithaca, NY but their magnetic pole is Africa, particularly the sounds eminating from West & South Africa. This has served as a pivot for the Sim Redmond Band to spring into straight rock grooves and pumping reggae. The vocals of Sim Redmond, Jen Middaugh, and Nate Silas Richardson combine to create beautiful, rich harmonies that soar above their reverberating grooves.
The music of the Sim Redmond Band has reached the hearts of people all around the world. They have toured extensively in the U.S and Japan, bringing together sounds and people from all walks of life. Their uplifting, optimistic music is infectious. It will brighten your day, open your heart, and strengthen your resolve to make a positive impact on this crazy world we all share.
Tickets are $15 in advance / $20 at the door
21+
Children are allowed with parents. 12+ will require a ticket
MAQ is a musical ensemble based in Ithaca, NY comprised of some of the area's best seasoned jazz and Brazilian-music musicians. Its members have individually toured throughout the United States and Europe, in venues from concert halls to clubs, performing everything from classic and modern jazz to Brazilian bossa, choro and forro music.
Line up:
Eric Aceto - Violin
Harry Aceto - Bass
Doug Robinson - Guitar / Vocals
Chad Lieberman - Piano, Accordion
Steve Pond - Percussion
MAQ will play the 1st and 3rd Mondays.
Meet the artist:
Rena Guinn is a singer-songwriter at heart. Her love of folk, old-style country, rock and roll, blues, and Americana, deeply influences her songs. Her father was a musician, singer, and songwriter and raised her to be an avid listener and connoisseur of real music.
You will find her with her acoustic guitar and foot tambourine, singing her heart out. She has a way of sharing emotion through her voice that grabs the listener and leaves them wanting more. Her songs can be graceful and soft and also, edgy, honest, and fiery. She is not afraid to lay out the truth or be vulnerable with her life challenges and joys and share them with the audience. Her vocal range and exploration have been known to silence a bar and tug on the heartstrings. She will have you dancing, swaying, and maybe crying. In 2021 she released her debut EP, titled, 'Shine.' Recorded at Sunwood Recording in Trumansburg NY with owner and engineer, Chris Ploss. She was accompanied by many talented musicians from the Ithaca area. This EP was produced by musician and Producer, Bill Ring.
Golden Hour Music Series every Friday!
4:30 pm doors // 5:30 pm show
$10 adv / $15 at the door
Opener The Bigness @ 5:30 pm
Maddy Walsh & the Blind Spots will play 6:30-8:30 pm
Additional parking beyond the gardens - look for the “PARKING” sign
Meet the band:
"Maddy Walsh & The Blind Spots, a tenured, original, five-piece moxy rock band steered by magnetic songstress and force of nature Maddy Walsh, celebrated its fifteen-year "bandiversary" with a sizzling east coast tour. Their recently released fourth studio album, Talk, showcases a matured grasp of songwriting, paired, as always, with the band's signature electrifying, high-energy performances characterized by soaring, powerhouse female vocals, luscious four-part harmonies, a library of modern and vintage key sounds, bold and inventive electric guitar stylings, and an incomparably tight rhythm section. Walsh has since released two solo albums, pandemic-era The Tunnel Sessions (2020), and Humanmade Thing (2021), the latter being released with a sold-out show at the Hangar Theatre in Ithaca, NY.
MW&TBS has shared festival and event bills with the likes of Lake Street Dive, Silversun Pickups, Valerie June, Rubblebucket, Jukebox the Ghost, Amy Helm, Donna the Buffalo, Sharon Jones (rest her soul), The Punch Brothers, Steve Earle, Anders Osborne, Blues Traveler, Eddie Money, and Rusted Root, among others, and they continue to show exponential growth as they expand their touring radius, gaining new fans and momentum with each crackling live performance.”
Current Lineup:
Maddy Walsh - vocals
Mike Suave - guitar
Aaron Fumarola - drums
Rozlyn Menachof - backing vocals and keyboard
Michael Wu - bass
Join us every Monday for cider, food, and live jazz with some of the best local musicians!
$5 suggested donation for the band
Dave Davies RhythmMakers here on Jazz Mondays with Jazz, Blues, Originals, and more!
Dave Davies RhythmMakers play on the 2nd and 4th Mondays each month.
Meet the artist:
Trevor is a self-taught musician who began making music at the age of 15 while living in California. A year later he returned to Ithaca, New York, and released a debut cassette. This led to years of working with roots rock band Donna the Buffalo and their GrassRoots Festival scene.
They brought him to rural Louisiana where he fell in love with the music from that region and that led to an affair with the accordion and the forming of his own band Sunny Weather. Quickly they started playing over 100 shows a year and we’re regulars at festivals from Key West to Canada.
Performing live on the road led to a deeper interest in recording music. He spent a couple of years in the studio recording hundreds of tracks that eventually became the albums Porch Light and Who You Are.
After over a decade in the music world, Trevor took a step back to focus on family and what most would call ‘grown-up life’. “The funny thing is that music never goes away. I am excited to be playing now that my kids are old enough to allow me a little free time.”
Golden Hour Music Series every Friday!
4:30 pm doors // 5:30 pm show
$10 cover at the door
Thousands of One performs a blend of musical styles influenced by soul, hip-hop, funk, reggae, jazz, and more. They have been regular performers at the Grassroots Festival of Music and Dance and have played locally and toured nationally for several years.
MAQ is a musical ensemble based in Ithaca, NY comprised of some of the area's best seasoned jazz and Brazilian-music musicians. Its members have individually toured throughout the United States and Europe, in venues from concert halls to clubs, performing everything from classic and modern jazz to Brazilian bossa, choro and forro music.
Line up:
Eric Aceto - Violin
Harry Aceto - Bass
Doug Robinson - Guitar / Vocals
Chad Lieberman - Piano, Accordion
Steve Pond - Percussion
MAQ will play the 1st and 3rd Mondays.
Meet the artist:
Jackson Cavalier is an Americana one-man band based out of the Finger Lakes region of New York state. He has been a full-time recording and performing musician since 2013. Notably, he has opened up for Willie Watson of Old Crow Medicine Show, Billy Bob Thorton and The Boxmasters, Eilen Jewell, Holly Golightly and The Brokeoffs.
In the Spring of 2023, Jackson entered the Gems On VHS "Gems In The Rough" contest and out of over 1000 submissions and 3 rounds of voting placed 2nd overall.
Beyond this, he has been voted "Best Busker" 3 times locally in his hometown of Rochester, NY.
Jackson has released multiple full-length records and all of his music can be found on major streaming platforms. On average Jackson performs between 100 and 200 times a year at venues of all variations.
Golden Hour Music Series
4:30 pm door// 5:30 pm Music
$10 cover at the door
Additional Parking beyond the gardens - look for the big sign
Meet the artist:
Road Man” is the solo project of Jon Petronzio, previously known best for his vocal and keyboard work with the bands “John Brown’s Body” and “Revision”. This is music that you can dance and sing along to on a hot summer night with your friends. A voice of hope for those who have yet to find theirs. A call to sing along, a chance to stand up and shout about what makes you FEEL.
About Peggy Haine:
Based in Ithaca, New York, Haine is currently a real estate broker and writer. From 1976 until 1992, Haine worked as a professional singer and pianist performing traditional jazz.
Join us every Monday for cider, food, and live jazz with some of the best local musicians!
$5 suggested donation for the band
Dave Davies RhythmMakers here on Jazz Mondays with Jazz, Blues, Originals, and more!
Dave Davies RhythmMakers play on the 2nd and 4th Mondays each month.
MAQ is a musical ensemble based in Ithaca, NY comprised of some of the area's best seasoned jazz and Brazilian-music musicians. Its members have individually toured throughout the United States and Europe, in venues from concert halls to clubs, performing everything from classic and modern jazz to Brazilian bossa, choro and forro music.
Line up:
Eric Aceto - Violin
Harry Aceto - Bass
Doug Robinson - Guitar / Vocals
Chad Lieberman - Piano, Accordion
Steve Pond - Percussion
MAQ will play the 1st and 3rd Mondays.
Claire Byrne and Brian Vollmer will be joined by friends Brendan Kent, Liz Pickard, and Joe Hayward for an evening of old-time fiddle tunes and songs.
Join us every Monday for cider, food, and live jazz with some of the best local musicians!
$5 suggested donation for the band
Dave Davies RhythmMakers here on Jazz Mondays with Jazz, Blues, Originals, and more!
Dave Davies RhythmMakers play on the 2nd and 4th Mondays each month.
$5 suggested donation for the band
MAQ is a musical ensemble based in Ithaca, NY comprised of some of the area's best seasoned jazz and Brazilian-music musicians. Its members have individually toured throughout the United States and Europe, in venues from concert halls to clubs, performing everything from classic and modern jazz to Brazilian bossa and folk music.
MAQ will play the 1st and 3rd Mondays.
Line up:
Eric Aceto - Violin
Harry Aceto - Bass
Doug Robinson - Guitar / Vocals
Chad Lieberman - Accordion
Charlie Shew - Percussion
Join us every Monday for cider, food, and live jazz with some of the best local musicians!
$5 suggested donation for the band
Dave Davies RhythmMakers here on Jazz Mondays with Jazz, Blues, Originals, and more!
Dave Davies RhythmMakers play on the 2nd and 4th Mondays each month.
$5 suggested donation for the band
MAQ is a musical ensemble based in Ithaca, NY comprised of some of the area's best seasoned jazz and Brazilian-music musicians. Its members have individually toured throughout the United States and Europe, in venues from concert halls to clubs, performing everything from classic and modern jazz to Brazilian bossa and folk music.
MAQ will play the 1st and 3rd Mondays.
Line up:
Eric Aceto - Violin
Harry Aceto - Bass
Doug Robinson - Guitar / Vocals
Chad Lieberman - Accordion
Charlie Shew - Percussion
Join us every Monday for cider, food, and live jazz with some of the best local musicians!
$5 suggested donation for the band
Dave Davies RhythmMakers here on Jazz Mondays with Jazz, Blues, Originals, and more!
Dave Davies RhythmMakers play on the 2nd and 4th Mondays each month.
$5 suggested donation for the band
MAQ is a musical ensemble based in Ithaca, NY comprised of some of the area's best seasoned jazz and Brazilian-music musicians. Its members have individually toured throughout the United States and Europe, in venues from concert halls to clubs, performing everything from classic and modern jazz to Brazilian bossa and folk music.
MAQ will play the 1st and 3rd Mondays.
Line up:
Eric Aceto - Violin
Harry Aceto - Bass
Doug Robinson - Guitar / Vocals
Chad Lieberman - Accordion
Charlie Shew - Percussion
Join us every Monday for cider, food, and live jazz with some of the best local musicians!
$5 suggested donation for the band
Dave Davies RhythmMakers here on Jazz Mondays with Jazz, Blues, Originals, and more!
Dave Davies RhythmMakers play on the 2nd and 4th Mondays each month.
$5 suggested donation for the band
MAQ is a musical ensemble based in Ithaca, NY comprised of some of the area's best seasoned jazz and Brazilian-music musicians. Its members have individually toured throughout the United States and Europe, in venues from concert halls to clubs, performing everything from classic and modern jazz to Brazilian bossa and folk music.
MAQ will play the 1st and 3rd Mondays.
Line up:
Eric Aceto - Violin
Harry Aceto - Bass
Doug Robinson - Guitar / Vocals
Chad Lieberman - Accordion
Charlie Shew - Percussion
Join us every Monday for cider, food, and live jazz with some of the best local musicians!
$5 suggested donation for the band
Dave Davies RhythmMakers here on Jazz Mondays with Jazz, Blues, Originals, and more!
Dave Davies RhythmMakers play on the 2nd and 4th Mondays each month.
Cider, Food, and live music from 5-8 PM every Thursday!
Rooted in old-time tradition, Richie Stearns eclectic banjo playing defies genre and we are so fortunate every time he plays in our tasting room! Some weeks Richie will play solo and some weeks he will be joined by another local musician. Watch for updated posts for who is joining him!
RICHIE STEARNS first discovered the pleasures of the old-time banjo when he was 14. He’s traveled around the world, performing both traditional and his own original music, finding ways to collaborate with musicians from five continents (Africa/Asia/North America, Australia, Europe) as well as local musicians from diverse musical backgrounds (classical, jazz, country, R&B, and more). Over the past three decades, he’s written original music for film scores and dance ensembles as well his own bands (The Horse Flies, Evil City String Band, Ti Ti Chickapea, Donna the Buffalo, and the Renegades, among them) and collaborated with artists from a variety of disciplines to present public performances on stages through the U.S., Canada, and Europe, as well as on radio and television.
We have lawn games for the kiddos or a giant field for them to run around so all you mommas can have a moment to yourselves. Check out our new Food Menu and enjoy a delicious lunch with your cider while taking in the view and listening to music.
The tasting room is open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Music : 2:00 -4:00 pm
Meet the artist:
A Travis Knapp show is full of audience singing, rich vocal harmonies, clawhammer banjo, joyful dance grooves, acoustic vibes, heartfelt stories, gardening tips, bicycle touring tales, sincerity, and inspiration to come to this life in a good way. His folk music pulls together personal and community growth with social justice and everyday spiritual practice.
His 5th studio album, “The Same Sun Rises” is due out in autumn of 2024. It is a chamber folk collection that features a string quartet and the band of Jon Keefner, Kiera Carman, and Annie Sumi. It was recorded at Sunwood Studio in Trumansburg, NY
In addition to our cider and Jennie's music, enjoy the beautiful view, farm-to-table food, and craft NYS cocktails. Brunch is served all day.
Jennie Lowe is a local legend with international acclaim and will be playing live in the tasting room for one final Saturday night. Don’t miss it!
https://jennielowemusic.com/home
"What strikes at first is Jennie's carefully laid - almost naked - vocals on a gorgeous reverb. A genuine instrument that goes from whispering to declamation, almost like a calligraphic technique, striped, powerful, and fragile at the same time. A splendor that perfectly conveys the rainbow of emotions embedded in these songs: trust, distrust, abandonment, hope, envy, fear and disappointment, love - and its absence." Eric Supparo - Le Cri du Coyote- France
Sam Schmidt and Cap Cooke are a dynamic duo that knows how to have fun. The spirit of joy in the music they play is palpable and positive. Grounded in old-school Bluegrass and old-time music, they carry on an unbroken musical tradition that has fermented in Tompkins County for generations. Banjo, fiddle, guitar, ballads, harmonies….. Need I say more?
Delicious food, tasty cider, and live music throughout the year.
Sarah & friends return for a final Saturday night in the tasting room.
About the artist:
Sarah Noell is a musician based in Ithaca, New York. Inspired by early folk songs, rocks in the river, empty fields, eros, and country music, her songs can be categorized as calm, current, and nostalgic. She has been a part of various local music projects, ranging from indie-rock to classic country. She currently plays in the duo Good Dog with Joe Hayward who contributes pedal steel guitar and vocals to the calm country-folk project.
You will receive a platter of smother-able bites with a mini Raclette burner to join in on the fun of melting your own Raclette and creating perfect hot cheesy bites. Perfect date night, friend night, or cheesy dinner!
$28 per person - includes Raclette, Roasted Vegetables, House Pickles, and Fresh Bread.
**Seating is limited. Reservations recommended.
Call to reserve
What is Raclette?
Raclette has more than one definition. Raclette is a Swiss cheese dish, a cultural landmark, the name of a cheese, a tabletop appliance, a dining experience, and a great time!
Raclette is very popular in Europe, especially in the Swiss Alps and other ski regions.
Back in the day, Swiss shepherds from the French-speaking Valais region needed to bring food up to the Alps that was relatively cheap and wouldn’t spoil easily in the hot summer months. So they brought cheese and potatoes. While the potatoes roasted in the fire, a big piece of cheese was put close to the fire. Once it started melting the cheese was taken away and scraped off the cheese onto the baked potatoes. This was not only filling and nourishing but also delicious. In French ‘to scrape’ translates to ‘racler’ and this is where the term Raclette comes from.
Cider, Food, and live music from 5-8 PM every Thursday!
Joe Hayward, Pete Thompson, and Liz Pickard are joining Richie Stearns this week for a foot-stomping good time! Don’t miss it!
Rooted in old-time tradition, Richie Stearns eclectic banjo playing defies genre and we are so fortunate every time he plays in our tasting room! Some weeks Richie will play solo and some weeks he will be joined by another local musician. Watch for updated posts for who is joining him!
Join us for another evening of cider, food, and live music.
Tenzin Chopak returns to the tasting room for another night of beautiful music!!
“An unmistakably singular sound” - No Depression Magazine
Tenzin Chopak is a singer-songwriter based in Ithaca, NY. Raised in Oak Ridge, TN with a singing minister father and a watercolor and color pencil artist mother, Chopak was surrounded and suffused by art and music throughout his upbringing. The roots of music in the American South resonate deeply through his unique voice which emerges as at once hauntingly timeless and fully his own. Chopak’s music and live performance have been described as “incandescent”, “cinematic”, and "soul scorchingly beautiful".
The April Gallery Night in the Tasting Room will feature local artist Katrina Clark Come enjoy the artwork of local artist Katrina Clark and sip on a complimentary sample of cider in our tasting room.
Meet the artist:
Katrina Clark is charmed by the interplay of dreamlike symbols, especially where they intersect and amplify meaning in her waking reality. By tuning into the subtle yet significant metaphors embedded in seemingly mundane unfoldings, Katrina can find a ripeness of meaning in her everyday experience. Her artwork is an attempt to internally integrate and externally relay some of these broader poetic/cosmic/archetypal processes that she is in a relationship with.
Katrina primarily uses graphite in her artmaking but also explores exacto-knifing, gold leaf, conte crayon, pastels, and other drawing-based mediums. She tends to gravitate towards balancing the delicacy of a detailed drawing with a heavier thematic essence (often returning to themes of emptiness, yearning, and cyclical flux).
Cider, Food and live Music from 5-8PM every Thursday for the next few months!
Circle Left Stringband will be filling in this Thursday while Richie is away! Bring your dancing boots and come give them a listen 🎻🪕
Laura Taylor - fiddle
Scott Nissenson - bass
Sarah Jamison - guitar
Marc Faris - banjo
Cider, Food & Live Music from 5-8PM every Thursday for the winter season!
Exciting update! Kevin Wimmer, Joey Arcuri are joining Richie and Steve this Thursday!
Kevin (Steve Riley, Ann Savoy, Red Stick Ramblers) toured professionally for decades and Joey Arcuri is the bass player for Driftwood.
This Thursday will be a rare assemblage of musicians raising spirits at South Hill Cider!
Join us for a Fried Chicken and Catfish Dinner along with live music!
Food will be classic dishes from Mama Reds Comfort Kitchen along with Old Time music.
Kevin Wimmer and Joey Arcuri (bass player for Driftwood) are joining Richie and Steve!
Southern fried chicken
Cornmeal crusted catfish
Collard greens, mac & cheese, cornbread
Lathered with honey butter, honey, and Mama Reds hot sauce
All items will be available à la carte until she runs out. Take-out will be available.
We have seating indoors and outdoors, depending on the weather.
For many years Steve played music with Richie Stearns at Chef Sam's restaurant Simply Red in Trumansburg, at Sheldrake Point Winery, and at Red Newt Cellars.
Delicious food, tasty cider, and live music throughout the year.
Sarah & friends return for another night in the tasting room.
About the artist:
Sarah Noell is a musician based in Ithaca, New York. Inspired by early folk songs, rocks in the river, empty fields, eros, and country music, her songs can be categorized as calm, current, and nostalgic. She has been a part of various local music projects, ranging from indie-rock to classic country. She currently plays in the duo Good Dog with Joe Hayward who contributes pedal steel guitar and vocals to the calm country-folk project.
Happy Hour every Saturday from 4 - 6 PM, get $2 off any glass of cider!! Brunch served all day!
Cider by the glass, cocktails, local beer, farm-to-table food, and live music!
$5 suggested donation for the band
Rena Guinn is a singer-songwriter at heart. Her love of folk, old-style country, rock and roll, blues, and Americana, deeply influences her songs. Her father was a musician, singer, and songwriter and raised her to be an avid listener and connoisseur of real music.
You will find her with her acoustic guitar and foot tambourine, singing her heart out. She has a way of sharing emotion through her voice that grabs the listener and leaves them wanting more. Her songs can be graceful and soft and also, edgy, honest, and fiery. She is not afraid to lay out the truth or be vulnerable with her life challenges and joys and share them with the audience. Her vocal range and exploration have been known to silence a bar and tug on the heartstrings. She will have you dancing, swaying, and maybe crying. In 2021 she released her debut EP, titled, 'Shine.' Recorded at Sunwood Recording in Trumansburg NY with owner and engineer, Chris Ploss. She was accompanied by many talented musicians from the Ithaca area. This EP was produced by musician and Producer, Bill Ring.
Cider, Food & Live Music from 5-8PM every Thursday!
The Better Weather Stringband is playing this Thursday while Richie is out foraging for banjo strings to keep his wild banjo singing.
The BWSB is Laura T (Fiddle), Scott N (Bass), with Lloyd (Banjo) and Valerie G (Guitar)!
Rooted in old-time tradition, Richie Stearn’s eclectic banjo playing defies genre and we are so fortunate every time he plays in our tasting room! Some weeks Richie will play solo and some weeks he will be joined by another local musician. Watch for updated posts for who is joining him!
In addition to our cider and Jennie's music, enjoy the beautiful view, farm-to-table food, and craft NYS cocktails. Brunch is served all day. Happy Hour from 4-6 pm! Enjoy $2 off any glass of cider.
Jennie Lowe is a local legend with international acclaim.
https://jennielowemusic.com/home
"What strikes at first is Jennie's carefully laid - almost naked - vocals on a gorgeous reverb. A genuine instrument that goes from whispering to declamation, almost like a calligraphic technique, striped, powerful, and fragile at the same time. A splendor that perfectly conveys the rainbow of emotions embedded in these songs: trust, distrust, abandonment, hope, envy, fear and disappointment, love - and its absence." Eric Supparo - Le Cri du Coyote- France
You will receive a platter of smother-able bites with a mini Raclette burner to join in on the fun of melting your own Raclette and creating perfect hot cheesy bites. Perfect date night, friend night, or cheesy dinner!
Seatings Available at 5:30 pm, 6 pm, 7:30 pm and 8 pm
$28 per person - includes Raclette, Roasted Vegetables, House Pickles, and Fresh Bread.
**Seating is limited. Reservations recommended
Follow the link below to be added to the waitlist. Be sure to give us your name, the number in your party, and phone number. Thank you!
What is Raclette?
Raclette has more than one definition. Raclette is a Swiss cheese dish, a cultural landmark, the name of a cheese, a tabletop appliance, a dining experience, and a great time!
Raclette is very popular in Europe, especially in the Swiss Alps and other ski regions.
Back in the day, Swiss shepherds from the French-speaking Valais region needed to bring food up to the Alps that was relatively cheap and wouldn’t spoil easily in the hot summer months. So they brought cheese and potatoes. While the potatoes roasted in the fire, a big piece of cheese was put close to the fire. Once it started melting the cheese was taken away and scraped off the cheese onto the baked potatoes. This was not only filling and nourishing but also delicious. In French ‘to scrape’ translates to ‘racler’ and this is where the term Raclette comes from.
We will be CLOSED for a Private Event. See you on Friday, March 8th for regular service.
Richie Stearns & Friends will be back next week!
The March Gallery Night in the Tasting Room will feature local artist Zachary Scotton. Meet Zachary and check out his artwork, enjoy a complimentary sample of cider.
Dijon is coming back for another night of spinning records in the tasting room!! Two hours of post disco, synth pop, Italo disco type of vibe for your listening pleasure while you check out the artwork and sip on cider. It’s gonna be a funky good time!
Instagram: @dijonspins
Meet the artist:
Zachary Scotton is an Ithaca-based artist and clothing designer. He uses botanically dyed canvas to create an array of objects featuring his unique patchwork style and dye practices. Scotton draws from traditional patchwork styles but also steps away from tradition finding inspiration in the wavy organic forms found in nature, like overlapping clouds, flower petal configurations, and water currents. The color palette is mostly of muted tones, though the compositions’ exploration in gradation creates dimension and depth. Scotton pays homage to his background in denim repair and alteration through the heavy use of indigo and an overall dye application that resembles the patina of well-worn denim.
Cider, Food & Live Music from 5-8PM every Thursday for the winter season!
Very special guests are joining Richie Stearns for the Simply Red Pop-up this Thursday 2/22)! Niels Bonefas from Denmark, Shona Carr from Philadelphia are astounding musicians and are not to be missed. This is a rare opportunity to see them in Ithaca with one of our finest / Richie Stearns.
Happy Hour every Saturday from 4 - 6 PM, $2 off any glass of cider!!
Cider by the glass, cocktails, local beer, farm-to-table food, and live music!
$5 suggested donation for the band
Rena Guinn is a singer-songwriter at heart. Her love of folk, old-style country, rock and roll, blues, and Americana, deeply influences her songs. Her father was a musician, singer, and songwriter and raised her to be an avid listener and connoisseur of real music.
You will find her with her acoustic guitar and foot tambourine, singing her heart out. She has a way of sharing emotion through her voice that grabs the listener and leaves them wanting more. Her songs can be graceful and soft and also, edgy, honest, and fiery. She is not afraid to lay out the truth or be vulnerable with her life challenges and joys and share them with the audience. Her vocal range and exploration have been known to silence a bar and tug on the heartstrings. She will have you dancing, swaying, and maybe crying. In 2021 she released her debut EP, titled, 'Shine.' Recorded at Sunwood Recording in Trumansburg NY with owner and engineer, Chris Ploss. She was accompanied by many talented musicians from the Ithaca area. This EP was produced by musician and Producer, Bill Ring.
Choose 4 ciders from a list of ciders we don't normally offer on our flights. Many ciders will have limited availability and will be first come, first serve for tasting and purchasing bottles.
Join us for a Fried Chicken and Catfish Dinner along with live music!
Very special guests are joining Richie Stearns for the Simply Red Pop-up this Thursday 2/22)! Niels Bonefas from Denmark, Shona Carr from Philadelphia are astounding musicians and are not to be missed. This is a rare opportunity to see them in Ithaca with one of our finest / Richie Stearns.
Southern food starts at 4PM
Music from 5-8PM
Food will be classic dishes from Mama Reds Comfort Kitchen along with Old Time music.
Southern fried chicken
Cornmeal crusted catfish
Collard greens, mac & cheese, cornbread
Lathered with honey butter, honey, and Mama Reds hot sauce
All items will be available à la carte until she runs out. Take-out will be available.
We have seating indoors and outdoors, depending on the weather.
For many years Steve played music with Richie Stearns at Chef Sam's restaurant Simply Red in Trumansburg, at Sheldrake Point Winery, and at Red Newt Cellars.
Cider, Food & Live Music from 5-8PM every Thursday for the winter season!
Exciting update! Kevin Wimmer, Joey Arcuri are joining Richie and Steve this Thursday!
Kevin (Steve Riley, Ann Savoy, Red Stick Ramblers) toured professionally for decades and are a dynamic duo. Joey is a member of Driftwood!
This Thursday will be a rare assemblage of musicians raising spirits at South Hill Cider!
You will receive a platter of smother-able bites with a mini Raclette burner to join in on the fun of melting your own Raclette and creating perfect hot cheesy bites. Perfect date night, friend night, or cheesy dinner!
Seatings Available at 5:30 pm, 6 pm, 7:30 pm and 8 pm
$28 per person - includes Raclette, Roasted Vegetables, House Pickles, and Fresh Bread.
This event is SOLD OUT. If you would like to be added to the WAIT LIST in the event there is a cancellation, please email us using the button below with NAME, # IN PARTY, PHONE #
What is Raclette?
Raclette has more than one definition. Raclette is a Swiss cheese dish, a cultural landmark, the name of a cheese, a tabletop appliance, a dining experience, and a great time!
Raclette is very popular in Europe, especially in the Swiss Alps and other ski regions.
Back in the day, Swiss shepherds from the French-speaking Valais region needed to bring food up to the Alps that was relatively cheap and wouldn’t spoil easily in the hot summer months. So they brought cheese and potatoes. While the potatoes roasted in the fire, a big piece of cheese was put close to the fire. Once it started melting the cheese was taken away and scraped off the cheese onto the baked potatoes. This was not only filling and nourishing but also delicious. In French ‘to scrape’ translates to ‘racler’ and this is where the term Raclette comes from.
Join us for another evening of cider, food, and live music. Happy Hour from 4-6 pm! Enjoy $2 off any glass of cider.
Tenzin Chopak returns to the tasting room for another night of beautiful music!!
“An unmistakably singular sound” - No Depression Magazine
Tenzin Chopak is a singer-songwriter based in Ithaca, NY. Raised in Oak Ridge, TN with a singing minister father and a watercolor and color pencil artist mother, Chopak was surrounded and suffused by art and music throughout his upbringing. The roots of music in the American South resonate deeply through his unique voice which emerges as at once hauntingly timeless and fully his own. Chopak’s music and live performance have been described as “incandescent”, “cinematic”, and "soul scorchingly beautiful".
Tickets on sale now! Grab your tickets now before they sell out.
Join us for an evening at South Hill Ciders for a Pre-Valentine's Prix Fixe dining experience with Just a Taste. Jen and Stan will be preparing a 5-course meal of their classic tapas, each paired with South Hill Ciders.
Cost: $110 per person, including tax and gratuity. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available.
MENU:
Focaccia, Roast Garlic, and EV Olive Oil
Remembrance Farm Bear(camembert-style), Membrillo, Crostini and Oat Crackers(gf)
Gougeres with Beets in Vinaigrette
Paired with Brut Nature
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Deep Fried Russets with Chipotle Aioli
Asparagus Sauteed in Brown Butter with Garlic, Lemon and
Pecan-Pecorino Romano Cheese Crumble
Paired with Dry Rosé
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Seared Smoked Scallops and Carrot Salad Filled Roast
Cremini Mushroom Caps with Sidre Blanc
Potato Spanish Tortilla with Horseradish Labneh,
Pickled Garlic Scapes and Shaved Duck Breast “Ham”
Paired with Patina
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Garlic Lamb Meatballs with Spinach and Chili Oil
Spicy Gochujang Glazed Pork Riblets with Shaved
Red Napa Cabbage Salad
Paired with Marechàl Foch
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Red Currant-Hazelnut Linzertorte
Candied Orange Slices
Chocolate and Honey
Paired with Classic Pommeau
Cider, Food & Live Music from 5-8PM every Thursday through April!
Rooted in old-time tradition, Richie Stearns eclectic banjo playing defies genre and we are so fortunate every time he plays in our tasting room! Some weeks Richie will play solo and some weeks he will be joined by another local musician. Watch for updated posts for who is joining him!
RICHIE STEARNS first discovered the pleasures of the old time banjo when he was 14. He’s traveled round the world, performing both traditional and his own original music, finding ways to collaborate with musicians from five continents (Africa/Asia/North America, Australia, Europe) as well as local musicians from diverse musical backgrounds (classical, jazz, country, R&B, and more). Over the past three decades, he’s written original music for film scores and dance ensembles as well his own bands (The Horse Flies, Evil City String Band, Ti Ti Chickapea, Donna the Buffalo, and the Renegades, among them) and collaborated with artists from a variety of disciplines to present public performances on stages through the U.S., Canada, and Europe, as well as on radio and television.
We are opening up our cider library once again for a special tasting event of this beloved cider made from 100% Wild Pippins. We will be pouring 4 vintages of Packbasket for a vertical tasting. Come taste the difference in each vintage.
This event will feature the 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2021 vintages. Each tasting includes a 3 oz pour of each vintage plus a charcuterie board to pair with the ciders (vegetarian and gluten-free options available.) Bottles will be available to take home in limited quantities.
Bring your curiosity about cider making and apple growing! Steve and Della will be available throughout the event to guide you through the tasting of these special ciders and answer questions about the process from orchard to bottle.
Cost: $32/person
Registration is reguired for this event as tickets will be limited. South Hill Cider Club members receive a discount on the ticket price. Click the link below to register.
In addition to our cider and Jennie's music, enjoy the beautiful view, farm-to-table food, and craft NYS cocktails. Happy Hour from 4-6 pm! Enjoy $2 off any glass of cider.
Jennie Lowe is a local legend with international acclaim.
https://jennielowemusic.com/home
"What strikes at first is Jennie's carefully laid - almost naked - vocals on a gorgeous reverb. A genuine instrument that goes from whispering to declamation, almost like a calligraphic technique, striped, powerful, and fragile at the same time. A splendor that perfectly conveys the rainbow of emotions embedded in these songs: trust, distrust, abandonment, hope, envy, fear and disappointment, love - and its absence." Eric Supparo - Le Cri du Coyote- France
