Join us for Carmela’s annual five-course Christmas Wine Dinner – A Grinch Inspired Christmas Party. Ugly sweaters and Grinchy attire encouraged. Menu & wine selections to follow. Five-courses with wine pairings $78 per person Sunday, December 7th – seated dinner starting promptly at 7pm Reservations can be made by calling 402-489-0005 or online at https://carmelasbistroandwinebar.com/

Theme: The Wines of Puglia Tonight we head to Puglia, the “heel of the boot.” Puglia is often underrated, yet it produces wines of remarkable depth and structure. If you enjoy deep, powerful, smooth reds, you’ll find some stunners tonight. Cost: 5 wines and Bruschetta for $10.00 Open House 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. Reservations recommended, please […]

Theme: Fireside Reds & Chocolate Pairing Red wine and chocolate is always a fun match. These three wines are fantastic on their own, and we can’t wait to see how they pair with Lulubee chocolates—always exceptional. Cost: 3 wines for $15, perfect with optional charcuterie boards Open House 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. No Reservations required, […]

Let's raise our glasses and celebrate the holidays with a fun champagne and bubbles tasting event! A Toast to the Holidays: A Celebration of Champagne & Bubbles Whether you're a champagne connoisseur or new to the world of bubbles, this tasting promises to be a fun, educational, and festive experience. What’s Included: A curated selection […]

First Wednesday Wine Tasting Theme: Island Wines Every region in Italy is remarkable in its own way, and the islands of Sicily and Sardinia bring yet another dimension. The wines from these islands are as unique and compelling as the people who make them, reflecting the place they come from. Tonight, learn more about these […]

First Thursday Wine Tasting Theme: New Year, New Wines We are constantly seeking new wines to bring to our market but adding to the 1,300+ wines we already carry can be challenging. When things go well, we find wines that truly work—wines we think you’ll find interesting and exciting. Join us at Carmela’s as we […]

Third Thursday Wine Tasting Theme: Southern Hemisphere Summer Wines Can you imagine living where it’s summer right now? We’ll share wines from the other side of the Equator, featuring selections from South Africa, South America, and New Zealand. Cost: 3 wines for $15, perfect with optional charcuterie boards Open House 5:30 - 8:00 No Reservations […]

Theme: The Wines of South America Join us as we continue our tour of world wine regions tastings with Sean. While it's winter here, it's summer in south America! We'll enjoy six wines from Chile, Argentina and Uruguay. Cost: $10 per person for 6 wines Open House: 5:30–7:30 p.m. Reservations are not needed.

Third Wednesday Wine Tasting Theme: Winter Warmers/Fireplace Wines This is the season for wines with more depth and structure—wines that warm you from the inside out. While the focus is on reds, we’ve also included a delicious white that fits the bill. Cost: 5 wines and Bruschetta for $10.00 Open House 5:30 - 8:00 Reservations recommended, […]

January 22nd (Thursday): Wilderness Ridge Wilderness Ridge Wine Club Kick-Off Theme: Cabernet is King Get ready to sip, savor, and explore at Cabernet Around the World! This in-person tasting experience is your passport to bold, expressive Cabernets from some of the world’s most celebrated wine regions. Taste wines side-by-side, discover how climate and terroir shape each […]

Paolo Bea Wine Dinner Theme: The Wines of Paolo Bea Paolo Bea is one of Italy’s most iconic wine producers. Their wines are allocated worldwide and represent the purest expression of Umbrian varieties. Tasting eight of these wines in one evening is a rare opportunity anywhere in the world. These wines are big, bold, and […]

Pull up a chair. We’re kicking off 2026 with the kind of Italian meal your Nonna would approve of.The recipes that have been passed down through generations. The dishes that taste like home. On Thursday, January 29th, join us for a four-course wine dinner celebrating the classics. Just honest, soulful Italian cooking paired with wines […]