Garden Inspired Menus -- It’s prime time for local produce and throughout summer Chef Martin is working wonderful vegetables, berries, greens and herbs into his specials menus on a daily basis. Our bartenders marinate local berries in the refreshing Sangria, use local strawberries in the Strawberry Martini and garnish drinks with local berries and produce. The local harvest is bursting with vitality and tastes “alive” compared to the produce that is shipped thousands of miles to local supermarkets.

CLASSIC WEDNESDAYS -- When was the last time you listened to the sounds of Benny Goodman, sipped an Old Fashioned and enjoyed a plate of Chicken Cacciatore? Join us each Wednesday for a step back in time to enjoy Vintage Cocktails, the sounds of Big Band  and Classic Swing, and enjoy some classic Italian recipes like Pollo alla Cacciatore and Braciole. From 5 to 10pm on August 6, 13, 20, and 27. Come celebrate the classics with us!

CISA RESTAURANT NIGHT -- Thursday, August 21st: Join us for an evening of specials featuring produce, herbs and fruit fresh-picked from local farms. We'll feature the local bounty  in our cocktails, appetizers, pasta & risotto dishes, entrees and desserts. Come celebrate what our local farmers have to offer -- fresh, organic and delicious!

Save the Date:  Thursday, September 18th. Carmelina's Featured at the Big E!

Chef Martin and Debbie will be featured on Massachusetts Day at the Big E, as they do cooking demos with local produce in the Harvest New England Kitchen Theater. Show times are 4pm and 7pm. Be sure to join us!

Stay Tuned – We’re working on a number of great events for later in the summer:

• V-One Vodka Martini Dinner -- September 23rd. Reserve your seats now!

• Harvest Wine Dinner

• Regional Italian Wine Dinners beginning this fall.