Where to Eat Brunch in Greenville How do we love weekends? Let me count the ways. Brunch tops our list! Mondays kick off the work week with granola bars, pop tarts, or anything else that can be held in one hand while the other hand holds the steering wheel. That leaves no hand for coffee, unless you're a mutant. Cell phones are not the only distractions busy drivers … [Read more...] about WHERE TO EAT BRUNCH IN GREENVILLE
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A GUIDE TO POE WEST
A Guide to Poe West... As West Greenville continues to grow, Poe West is the newest kid on the block already fit right into The Village of West Greenville. Bringing in more local business charm that focuses on community. Poe West is a collaborative business center that currently houses 8 different local businesses ranging from food and drinks, management services to a … [Read more...] about A GUIDE TO POE WEST
AT YOUR (CURBSIDE) SERVICE
At your (curbside) service... Being at home makes me hungry. You've heard of the "freshman fifteen." I'd like to introduce you to the "quarantine fifteen." And by fifteen, I mean at least thirty. Whether you're eating out of boredom or actual hunger, we've made a list of businesses in the Upstate who are ready to serve you. I'd hoped to write a short description of what … [Read more...] about AT YOUR (CURBSIDE) SERVICE
FARM-TO-TABLE DINING WITH TOPSOIL
Do you remember my post about the Topsoil Supper Club? Well, I’m so excited to welcome their new, official restaurant in Travelers Rest: Topsoil Kitchen & Market! “We set out to farm to better connect to our food and the soil that grows it. With the help of our animals, other local farmers and a healthy amount of YouTube videos, we have had a very successful first year. … [Read more...] about FARM-TO-TABLE DINING WITH TOPSOIL
SWAMP RABBIT CAFE & GROCERY: NOW & THEN
Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery: Now & Then... For most people, simply the word “work” is stress-inducing. For me, work is a place to have fun, connect with some amazing people in the community, eat great food, and make long-lasting friendships. How many people can say that about their job? In 2017, I was looking for my first ever job. I brainstormed daily about … [Read more...] about SWAMP RABBIT CAFE & GROCERY: NOW & THEN
THE HIPPIE BISCUIT’S GO-TO COFFEE SHOPS
Hey again, hippies! So who here LOVES coffee? Because I do! I love coffee for several reasons: - the sense of euphoria from the smell of freshly roasted beans. - the ritual of sitting down for a cup of coffee. It’s almost like it forces you to start your day slow. - the deliciousness of homemade syrup flavors. - how it’s the perfect “catching up with friends” … [Read more...] about THE HIPPIE BISCUIT’S GO-TO COFFEE SHOPS
WELCOME TO THE TREEHOUSE CAFE & STUDIO
Dear Greenville parents, there's a little place in Travelers Rest that you need to know about. Especially on days when you're stuck inside because of weather. You know the days I'm talking about. Days when the kiddos are driving you crazy, begging for something to do because they're "bored." Enter TReehouse Cafe & Studio. Are you familiar with the rocks that are painted … [Read more...] about WELCOME TO THE TREEHOUSE CAFE & STUDIO
MEET THE OTHER SIDE OF METHODICAL COFFEE
It's recommended to grab a cup of Methodical Coffee before reading this blog post. OK, ready? Now let's continue. You know them for their coffee, but there's another other side of the story you probably didn't hear. Methodical opened it's doors in February 2015 and was built with collaborations from David Baker, Will Shurtz and Marco Suarez. To introduce them briefly, … [Read more...] about MEET THE OTHER SIDE OF METHODICAL COFFEE
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: BARISTA ALLEY
If you’ve ever ventured into the quaint downtown of Greer, SC, you’ve probably discovered a few of its hidden gems – Wild Ace Pizza, Stomping Grounds Coffeehouse, Abbott’s Custard, and a plethora of antique stores. As of April 3, there’s a new gem on the block, well, on the Alley. Imagined, designed, and owned by Taylors-Greer native, Andrew Carter, 22, Barista Alley is the … [Read more...] about BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: BARISTA ALLEY
WHERE THE TRAVELERS REST: PART 1
Travelers Rest: a wonderful addition to the budding Greenville community. With local shops and restaurants, you can be sure to find special places to feed your fancy. A favorite of Furman students for its location, I visit TR (its endearing acronym) regularly to get my fill of crepes, pizza, sandwiches, ice cream, and more. Here’s just a few of my favorite TR haunts: Tandem … [Read more...] about WHERE THE TRAVELERS REST: PART 1