Triple Down Jazz – Sunday Brunch at the Cellar, located at 196 Front St. in Owego, N.Y., is scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 25. Brunch will be served from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. with live jazz music from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Reservations are recommended, call (607) 687-2016. (Provided Photos)
Jesse Bennett, sax player for the band Triple Down, will be playing on Sunday, Jan. 25 at the Cellar Restaurant from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.
The Cellar’s legendary homemade brunch accompanied by the smooth and dynamic sounds of live jazz will delight guests attending “Sunday Morning at the Cellar” on Jan. 25 in historic downtown Owego, N.Y. The well-known local jazz band, Triple Down, is scheduled to play from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., during the Cellar Restaurant’s regular Sunday brunch period, which is hosted at their 196 Front St. location from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cellar Restaurant owners Sandy and Bob Layman invite you to relax with friends and family, savor fine food prepared from scratch, and enjoy jazz entertainment by Triple Down. Whether you prefer a quick breakfast or would rather sit back and relish in the atmosphere with a more leisurely stay, guests can invest whatever time works for them.
Sandy Layman shared that menu prices range from $3.50 for a homemade Danish with coffee to a filet mignon with lobster hash for just under $20, and all prices in between. Self-described as “a down to earth bar and restaurant in an inviting hometown atmosphere,” the Cellar prepares all meals from scratch and caters to guests’ dietary restrictions including vegetarian, gluten free and lactose intolerant. Chef Bob Layman has perfected his culinary skills to create dishes that “dance in your mouth.”
The famous “from scratch Danish,” in cheese, blueberry and apple flavors, are an extremely popular item made by Bob. So popular, even the menu states “get yours before they’re gone!” Guests will find an immense selection of brunch favorites, including a variety of omelets and one-of-a-kind eggs benedict selections, like the house-smoked salmon benedict which is topped with hand-whisked hollandaise sauce.
Michael Wu, bassist for the band Triple Down, will be playing jazz standards on Sunday, Jan. 25 at the Cellar Restaurant from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.
Sandy Layman explained, “Everything is made to order, and we will do our best for special requests on dish variations.”
With French toast made with thick Brioche, Belgian waffles, pancakes, crepes, cheese blintzes, salads, and burgers and chicken dishes on the menu, and that’s not all, there is sure to be something every guest will like. There are plenty of side dish choices, too, hand-made syrups like honey-cinnamon and blueberry, among others, as well as beverages for every taste. A full bar opens at noon on Sunday during the brunch period.
Performing as an instrumental quartet on Jan. 25, Triple Down includes Keith Nichols on keys, Michael Wu on bass, Jesse Bennett on sax, and Cooper Casterline on drums. Playing jazz standards like Duke Ellington and Herbie Hancock and others, Triple Down plans to also entertain guests with a slight mix of funkier fusion material, with added tunes from Miles Davis and John Coltrane.
Michael Wu, a contributing musician to several regional artists and also a member of The Gunpoets, shared his take on Owego’s music scene.
“As a musician and a fan of live music, the Owego music scene is great,” Wu said, and added, “Triple Down’s support has been outstanding and we are grateful for that. We helped fill a gap for the Owego music scene with our jazz band.”
Keith Nichols will play keys on Sunday, Jan. 25 at the Cellar Restaurant for the event, Triple Down Jazz – Sunday Brunch at the Cellar.
Wu credits the Tioga Arts Council and several other restaurants and establishments in the Owego area for supporting live music. Wu shared, “Triple Down is focused on local shows in the area, which in turn helps support the community.”
Triple Down fans will remember hearing them play at Tioga Trails and the Parkview. During their summer Thursday night jazz series last year, a special guest musician performed with the group as well. Band members are from Owego, Apalachin and Waverly, including Virginia Young on vocals when playing full version. Triple Down members are also busy with other musical ventures.
Nichols plays with the band Playin’ Possums, Bennett is a full-time musician and hosts live jazz in Waverly called the Bookstore Sessions, and Casterline plays in the bands Revelation Now, Tijuana Danger Dogs and the Tim Ruffo Band (TRB).
The Jan. 25 event can be found on Facebook by searching for “Triple Down Jazz – Sunday Brunch at the Cellar.” For additional information about Triple Down visit their Facebook page, “Triple Down Band.”
The live jazz event is family-friendly and welcomes all ages. There is no cover charge to attend the brunch during Triple Down’s sets. Reservations are highly recommended and guests can make a reservation by calling the Cellar at (607) 687-2016.
Visit the Cellar Restaurant on Facebook, or their web site, thecellarrestaurant.net, which includes a link to their brunch menu.
Cooper Casterline will add his drum talent to the event, Triple Down Jazz – Sunday Brunch at the Cellar, on Sunday, Jan. 25.
