What's on
What's on at Basics.
Live music at the dinner table, a brunch that frequently features a harpist, wine tastings on the back porch — and the occasional special week. Reserve a table and make an evening of it.
Nothing on the calendar for June 2026 yet — new dates are announced in the newsletter first.
Friday, August 7 · 10:00 AM Basic Necessities, Nellysford
Nelson 151 Honey Daze
Special honey-themed dishes throughout the week: Hot Honey and Ham Grilled Cheese with Apples and Dijon at lunch, the Honey Hugo Spritz, and Honey Buns for brunch — plus shop specials: “Workin' Hard for the Honey” chocolate bars by Ethereal, AR's Hot Honey, and local honey.
Saturday, August 8 · 5:30 PM Basic Necessities, Nellysford
Dinner and Live Music
Saturday dinner with live music. Weekly-rotating menu, entrées with wine pairings at retail bottle prices. Reservations recommended — 434-361-1766.
Wednesday, August 12 · 4:00 PM The back porch, Basic Necessities
Wine Tasting with Kay
An informal wine tasting on the enclosed back porch — locals and tourists gather around Provençal-clothed tables and learn the intricacies of wine. Space is limited; reserve a seat.
Saturday, August 15 · 5:30 PM Basic Necessities, Nellysford
Dinner and Live Music
Saturday dinner with live music. Weekly-rotating menu, entrées with wine pairings at retail bottle prices. Reservations recommended — 434-361-1766.
Wednesday, August 19 · 4:00 PM The back porch, Basic Necessities
Wine Tasting with Kay
An informal wine tasting on the enclosed back porch — locals and tourists gather around Provençal-clothed tables and learn the intricacies of wine. Space is limited; reserve a seat.
Saturday, August 22 · 5:30 PM Basic Necessities, Nellysford
Dinner and Live Music
Saturday dinner with live music. Weekly-rotating menu, entrées with wine pairings at retail bottle prices. Reservations recommended — 434-361-1766.
Wednesday, August 26 · 4:00 PM The back porch, Basic Necessities
Wine Tasting with Kay
An informal wine tasting on the enclosed back porch — locals and tourists gather around Provençal-clothed tables and learn the intricacies of wine. Space is limited; reserve a seat.
Saturday, August 29 · 5:30 PM Basic Necessities, Nellysford
Dinner and Live Music
Saturday dinner with live music. Weekly-rotating menu, entrées with wine pairings at retail bottle prices. Reservations recommended — 434-361-1766.
Wednesday, September 2 · 4:00 PM The back porch, Basic Necessities
Wine Tasting with Kay
An informal wine tasting on the enclosed back porch — locals and tourists gather around Provençal-clothed tables and learn the intricacies of wine. Space is limited; reserve a seat.
Saturday, September 5 · 5:30 PM Basic Necessities, Nellysford
Dinner and Live Music
Saturday dinner with live music. Weekly-rotating menu, entrées with wine pairings at retail bottle prices. Reservations recommended — 434-361-1766.
Wednesday, September 9 · 4:00 PM The back porch, Basic Necessities
Wine Tasting with Kay
An informal wine tasting on the enclosed back porch — locals and tourists gather around Provençal-clothed tables and learn the intricacies of wine. Space is limited; reserve a seat.
Saturday, September 12 · 5:30 PM Basic Necessities, Nellysford
Dinner and Live Music
Saturday dinner with live music. Weekly-rotating menu, entrées with wine pairings at retail bottle prices. Reservations recommended — 434-361-1766.
Wednesday, September 16 · 4:00 PM The back porch, Basic Necessities
Wine Tasting with Kay
An informal wine tasting on the enclosed back porch — locals and tourists gather around Provençal-clothed tables and learn the intricacies of wine. Space is limited; reserve a seat.
Saturday, September 19 · 5:30 PM Basic Necessities, Nellysford
Dinner and Live Music
Saturday dinner with live music. Weekly-rotating menu, entrées with wine pairings at retail bottle prices. Reservations recommended — 434-361-1766.
Wednesday, September 23 · 4:00 PM The back porch, Basic Necessities
Wine Tasting with Kay
An informal wine tasting on the enclosed back porch — locals and tourists gather around Provençal-clothed tables and learn the intricacies of wine. Space is limited; reserve a seat.
Saturday, September 26 · 5:30 PM Basic Necessities, Nellysford
Dinner and Live Music
Saturday dinner with live music. Weekly-rotating menu, entrées with wine pairings at retail bottle prices. Reservations recommended — 434-361-1766.
Wednesday, September 30 · 4:00 PM The back porch, Basic Necessities
Wine Tasting with Kay
An informal wine tasting on the enclosed back porch — locals and tourists gather around Provençal-clothed tables and learn the intricacies of wine. Space is limited; reserve a seat.
Saturday, October 3 · 5:30 PM Basic Necessities, Nellysford
Dinner and Live Music
Saturday dinner with live music. Weekly-rotating menu, entrées with wine pairings at retail bottle prices. Reservations recommended — 434-361-1766.
Saturday, October 10 · 5:30 PM Basic Necessities, Nellysford
Dinner and Live Music
Saturday dinner with live music. Weekly-rotating menu, entrées with wine pairings at retail bottle prices. Reservations recommended — 434-361-1766.
Saturday, October 17 · 5:30 PM Basic Necessities, Nellysford
Dinner and Live Music
Saturday dinner with live music. Weekly-rotating menu, entrées with wine pairings at retail bottle prices. Reservations recommended — 434-361-1766.
Saturday, October 24 · 5:30 PM Basic Necessities, Nellysford
Dinner and Live Music
Saturday dinner with live music. Weekly-rotating menu, entrées with wine pairings at retail bottle prices. Reservations recommended — 434-361-1766.
Make a table of it
Reservations recommended for dinner & brunch, lunch reservations only for parties of 6 or more.
Reserve a table or call 434-361-1766