TOWN Magazine - Jan. 2022

ART, CULTURE, STYLE OF THE PROGRESSIVE SOUTH

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As Greenville grows, so does its athletic community. From group workouts to one-on-one sessions, these boutique fitness gyms and their expert trainers provide unique options for all.

by ABBY MOORE KEITH,

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“A healthy lifestyle is 80 percent nutrition and 20 percent active living. Fuel your body right so you can rule in the gym.”

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ART, ELEVATED Through Gallery View at The Lofts at Woodside Mill, Anna Shcherbakova and Nicholas Baldridge offer an outlet for an exalted artistic experience.

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Woodside Mill’s Gallery View brings big-city art to the masses; Ashley Gondi gets clients of all ages moving through StretchLab; The Lotus Paradox premieres at The Warehouse Theatre; invite inner healing at these alternative wellness hotspots.

Treat yourself to a wellness trip at these luxury hotel spas; often sidelined for flashier beach destinations, Tallahassee, Florida, surprises with small-city delights.

Since opening BlocHaven in July 2020, owners and entrepreneurs Doug and Terri Johnson are creating a bold climbing community in the Judson Mill.

Cozy meets couture with these athleisure selects from local boutiques; fight winter wear and tear with these men’s facial products.

New to the Village of West Greenville, The Rabbit Hole delights with a list of hard-tofind libations; Chef Meherwan Irani’s Spicewalla products liven up the dullest dish; nourish body and soul with these warm winter bevs; take the slow and steady route to resolutions with these crunchy lentil tacos.

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Editor’s Letter

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stand firm in my resolute love of January. There is a profound feeling of possibility. Experiences of the past, both pleasurable and challenging, have led us to this point—to the edge of creating what our next moments will hold. We have the power to change our lives for the better; we are visionaries. Thoughts become actions, and actions become our reality. Joyful living starts with living mindfully.

Part of living at our peak entails surrounding ourselves with people who inspire us, who move and encourage us. Simply put, these are the North Stars of our galaxy. They not only are ones to look up to, but they allow us to be our best selves. These are family, friends, acquaintances, and even strangers we encounter for a brief moment. They are teachers, therapists, and coaches.

Our Wellness Issue folds together these individuals, from a roundup of alternative healers, to climbing instructors, to standout trainers from boutique gyms. Fitness culture has become more nuanced and refined over the years, with studios offering club-like amenities and targeted classes. Behind a gym’s success, though, are the trainers who invest in their clients. A workout becomes more than a physical act—it’s a means for connection.

Intense training calls for relaxation in equal measure. Our region abounds in luxury hotels with exquisite spas for the ultimate indulgence. We also debut a new department this issue in our Eat & Drink section. For a while now, we’ve presented On the Burner as

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a digital newsletter, and now in our print edition, we’ll offer food news, kitchen gadgets, local products, recipes, and other tasty tidbits. This month, treat yourself to a whimsical cocktail or a warm cup of chai and reflect on life’s potential. Here’s to yours in 2022.

Blair Knobel, Editor in Chief blair@towncarolina.com A brisk jaunt at Furman University (below) led to Furman Lake and a moment for reflection (above).

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John Wilson (1922-2015) mastered printmaking, mural painting, and sculpture techniques in a career dedicated to the theme of social justice. Born in Roxbury, Massachusetts, he received his first art training at the local Boys Club.

He was awarded a full scholarship to the School of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts in 1939, and he graduated from Tufts University in 1947. He studied extensively in Mexico and in Europe. He accepted an offer to teach at Boston University in 1964 and served as a professor of art there until his retirement in 1986.

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HARRY CONNICK JR. Jazz musician, composer, and film and television actor Harry Connick Jr. took to playing and singing at the tender age of five. Over the past three decades, he has won Grammy and Emmy awards for his achievements in the music and TV industries, as well as Tony nominations for his work on Broadway. An evening spent listening to this beloved crooner is an evening you won’t soon forget.

Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville. Mon, Jan 31, 7:30pm. $55-$125. (865) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

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TOOTSIE

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Grab the kids, lace up your ice skates (or rent a pair on-site), and hurry down to Greenville’s answer to Rockefeller Center, the winter iceskating rink on the Village Green (adjacent to the Courtyard by Marriott Greenville Downtown).

January will be your last chance this winter to brush up on your camel spins and double axels, and warm up with hot chocolate afterwards.

S Main St, adjacent to the Courtyard by Marriott, Greenville.

Thru Jan 17. Hours vary (core hours: Mon–Fri, 2–9pm; Sat & Sun, 11am–10pm). Adults, $10; children 3-12, $8.

(864) 467-4355, greenvillesc.gov/1654/UCB-Ice-on-Main

The story of struggling actor Michael Dorsey, who masquerades as a woman in order to land the role of a lifetime, is good for more than a few laughs. But don’t take our word for it. As Rolling Stone raves: “In these turbulent times, when the world seems out of balance, we need a place to let the good times roll. Tootsie is it!”

If music can soothe the savage beast, it can certainly calm your jangled nerves after the flurry of activity and entertaining that is the holidays. Carolyn Kuan is the guest conductor for this Greenville Symphony Orchestra program, which spans the centuries from Felix Mendelssohn’s Op. 61 for A Midsummer Night’s Dream (1842), Symphony No. 3 by Jean Sibelius (1907), and Clarice Assad’s Suite for Lower Strings (2009).

Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville.

Jan 4–9. Tues–Thurs, 7:30pm; Fri, 8pm; Sat, 2pm & 8pm; Sun, 1pm & 6:30pm. $35-$95. (864) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

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Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville. Jan 22–23. 8pm; Sun, 3pm. $19-$78. (864) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

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LUNCH & LIT: FIONA DAVIS

THE LOTUS PARADOX

Brighten up your midday break with a threecourse lunch at Soby’s in the company of New York Times bestselling author Fiona Davis. Davis will discuss her most recent book, The Magnolia Palace, a story of betrayal and murder set in an iconic New York building—like her other six historical novels (i.e., The Address, The Lions of Fifth Avenue). Tickets include a copy of the book, which Davis will be available to sign.

Soby’s, 207 S Main St, Greenville. Thurs, Jan 27, noon. $45. (864) 603-2412, mjudsonbooks.com

This month the Warehouse Theatre stages the world premiere of Dorothy Fortenberry’s play, The Lotus Paradox. A commission from Yale Repertory Theater, the new work tells the tale of famous children’s novelist Nora Tennant and her efforts to balance her career and her relationship with her two children as she contemplates adding a fourth title to her trilogy, The Lotus Paradox.

The Warehouse Theatre, 37 Augusta St, Greenville.

Jan 21–Feb 6. Thurs–Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm. General admission, $35; reserved seats, $40. (864) 235-6948, warehousetheatre.com

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HYATT WEDDING FESTIVALS Brides-to-be should make a beeline for the Hyatt downtown to check out the latest wedding trends.

Whether you’re looking for a baker for that multitiered cake, a couture shop to furnish a fairy-tale gown, or the picture-perfect reception venue, you can work out all your wedding details at this annual festival. Gift cards, prize giveaways, and wedding workshops are just icing on the cake.

Hyatt Regency, 220 N Main St, Greenville. Sun, Jan 2, 1– 4pm. $10. (864) 235-5555, weddingfestivals.com

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Quick HITS GCCA MAIN GALLERY: MEMENTOS OF LIFE BEYOND DEATH

z In this exhibit, three artists delve into the interconnections between identity and death. Through photographs and prose poetry in Saved: Objects of the Dead, Jody Servon and Lorene Delany-Ullman explore what objects once owned by departed individuals reveal about their lives, while the skeletal features in Jessica Burke’s drawings Dressed Up in Bones & Sugar City illustrate the fragility of life. For a deeper dive, come for the ARTalk on January 11 at 6pm.

Greenville Center for Creative Arts, 101 Abney St, Greenville.

Thru Jan 26. Tues–Fri, 9am–5pm; Sat, 11am–3pm. Free.

(864) 735-3948, artcentergreenville.org

RESTAURANT WEEK SC

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z After all the holiday hustle and bustle, perhaps you’re thinking you can’t afford to go out for dinner this month. Think again, as Restaurant Week is one of the best deals on meals around. During this eleven-day period, more than 50 Upstate restaurants offer multi-course meals for a set discounted price, giving you the chance to try some of those new eateries on your list without breaking the piggy bank.

Various locations around the Upstate. Jan 13–23. restaurantweeksouthcarolina.com/city/Greenville

PLANT-POWERED COOKING CLASS

z Feeling guilty for overindulging during the holidays? Get back on track with this affordable demonstration class, where healthy plant-based meals take center stage. Reimagine some of your favorite dishes as plant-based options . . . and don’t think that “healthy” means tasteless. These dishes—which you’ll have the opportunity to sample—are both easy to make and bursting with flavor.

Truist Culinary and Hospitality Innovation Center, 556 Perry Ave, Ste B114, Greenville. Fri, Jan 14, 6–8pm. $39. (864) 250-8800, chigreenville.com/recreational-classes.html

THE GREENVILLE NEWS RUN DOWNTOWN 5K

z One of South Carolina’s oldest, largest, and most popular 5K runs, The Greenville News Run Downtown celebrates its 43rd year in January. Lace up your running shoes and join the other runners and walkers in this approachable race, presented

by The Greenville News and the Greenville Track Club. After all those indulgent meals over the holidays, you’ll be glad you did.

Downtown Greenville. Sat, Jan 15, 8–10am. $35. runsignup.com/Race/Events/SC/Greenville/RunDowntown

UPSTATE SC BOAT SHOW

z Answer the siren call of the Upstate’s waterways at the 52nd annual Upstate South Carolina Boat Show. All the latest models of boats will be on-hand, featuring something for every enthusiast, whether your interests run to fishing, waterskiing, pontoon boating, or just cruising. And don’t forget the accessories. The show will have everything you need to outfit your boat for a summer of fun.

Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Dr, Greenville. Jan 27–30. Thurs–Fri, noon–9pm; Sat, 10am–9pm; Sun, noon–6pm.

Adults, $7; seniors (65+), $6; students (8-16), $6. (864) 233-2562, upstatescboatshow.com

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Reba: Live in Concert Oklahoma native and country music Hall of Famer Reba McEntire boasts a career that ranges across music, television, film, and theater. With 11 movie credits, a lead role on Broadway in Annie Get Your Gun, and a list of music awards too numerous to cite here, Reba recently released a three-part box set, Revived Remixed Revisited. On stage at The Well, she puts a new spin on some of her biggest hits.

Bon Secours Wellness Arena. 650 N Academy St, Greenville. Thurs, Jan 27, 8pm.

Tickets start at $145. (864) 241-3800, bonsecoursarena.com

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The Campfire Social at Greenbrier Farms brought together chefs, brewers, winemakers, and more for a night of food and music benefiting Project Host, a charitable organization that relieves food insecurity in Greenville. The popular event featured wood-fired food, along with craft beer, wine, locally roasted coffee, and music from The Wobblers.

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MEN OF COLOR NATIONAL SUMMIT VIP LEADERSHIP RECEPTION

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Clemson University’s Men of Color National Summit hosted a VIP leadership reception at Avenue.

Greenville native Victor Robertson of Three Mo’ Tenors performed for attendees including Clemson’s Board of Trustees, summit speakers, and community leaders.

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Greenville Federal Credit Union celebrated its 2021 Thanks and Giving Grants at its Wade Hampton Boulevard location.

The grant program identifies and provides support for community organizations that promote youth, education, community, and economic assistance or relief. The presentation of five $10,000 grants was followed by lunch for recipients, guests, and community leaders.

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HOLIDAY BENEFIT BASH FOR A CHILD’S HAVEN DECEMBER 9, 2021

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A Child’s Haven hosted its annual Holiday Benefit Bash at Avenue, where gleaming downtown views, live music, and cuisine from Table 301 provided a festive backdrop for a heartwarming holiday message from the organization.

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Kasey and Chris Fay hosted the Soirée of Hope in support of the Hope Ball, a fundraising event for the Cancer Society of Greenville County. The 2022 Hope Ball is planned for April 29 at the Poinsett Club, with the goal of raising more than $650,000 to benefit cancer patients.

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17 PICKNEY STREET, Featured on the national historic registry, is brimming with holiday cheer of Greenville’s past,

present, and future. The Hampton-Pinckney Historic district is one of Greenville’s oldest existing residential neighborhoods, originally developed by “the Father of Greenville” himself, Vardry McBee, and his children. Hampton Avenue was the first street to be developed beginning in the 1890s, and Pinckney Street soon followed beginning in development in the early 1900s.

RICKMAN HOUSE OF CHRISTMAS PAST Built in 1908 by J.P. Rickman, founder of Fourth National Bank of Greenville, which merged with First National Bank of Greenville in 1919, 17 Pinckney has been meticulously maintained over the years, even featured as the Junior League of Greenville’s show home in the 1980s. The current owners are only the third family to ever own and live in there.

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BRITTANY MATHEUS & IAN BENDER SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 Brittany Matheus, an office manager and musician, went to Scotland in 2018 on a church outreach trip, but she came back with more than a t-shirt. It was there she met Ian Bender, a Scottish print technician and freelance graphic designer. When she returned to Scotland the next summer to visit friends, she and Ian reconnected, and they later built a transatlantic email chain that became a long-distance relationship. Ian moved stateside in June 2020 (he has dual citizenship), and just over a year later, the couple tied the knot in front of friends and family, including Ian’s family from Scotland. After Ian proposed in downtown Greenville along the Reedy River, The Venue at Falls Park was the ideal spot for the wedding, which included plenty of cèilidh dancing, a Scottish tradition. Bridge City Coffee provided a full espresso coffee bar, and cakes were created by The Chubby Cupcake, owned by the bride’s mom. The couple lives in Greenville but plans to move to Scotland in the next few years.—Leigh Savage

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ANN WELLS & TEDDY KINIRY MAY 22, 2021 Ann Wells and Teddy Kiniry found each other at a Kentucky Derby party in Greenville. Four years later, Teddy worked with Hale’s Jewelers to find the perfect ring, and offered a meaningful proposal as Neil Young’s “Harvest Moon” played in the background. Ann was caught by surprise, made evident by the fact that she was wearing sweatpants for the occasion.

The wedding was held at Charles E. Daniel Chapel at Furman University, Ann’s alma mater, where Ann wore a gown by Charleston designer Kate McDonald, purchased at the White Magnolia, and had a blue patch sewn in with the wedding date—her “something blue.” She also borrowed her grandmother’s handkerchief, wore an “old” family dinner ring, and had a brand-new necklace from Teddy’s parents. At the Greenville Country Club reception, the couple called friends and family to the dance floor for a unique remembrance dance, designed to honor special people who had passed on. The band Sol Fusion played Otis Redding’s “That’s How Strong My Love Is,” creating a meaningful moment for the wedding party and attendees. Ann, chief happiness officer for Primrose School of Greenville, and Teddy, a leadership and organizational development consultant for FMI Corporation, recently moved to Raleigh with their dog, Jack.—LS

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Artist Nick Baldridge and Anna Shcherbakova open GALLERY VIEW at the Lofts at Woodside Mill.

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ART, ELEVATED GALLERY VIEW BRINGS SUBLIME ARTISTS TO A NEW SPACE AT THE LOFTS AT WOODSIDE MILL

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ew galleries are elevating the caliber of contemporary art in the Upstate quite like newcomer Gallery View (formerly known as Bakova Gallery). Transplants from North Carolina, owner Anna Shcherbakova and artist Nicholas Baldridge recently moved their operation to the Lofts at Woodside Mill, where they are curating stunning group shows and adding color to local events.

If you are seeking art that challenges, inspires, and fuels the imagination, you’ll find it across several distinct spaces in the lofts’ west wing. With a roster of artists hailing from Greenville to Canada and Cuba, Gallery View aims to introduce visitors to both rising stars and established icons in the art world.

“Everything [you’ll see] here is art that my wife and I like—artists we love, are representing, and want to share with our community,” says Baldridge. Including his own dreamy, ethereal painting style, it’s clear what types of artwork Baldridge and Shcherbakova are drawn to: vibrant, surreal, textural, and transportive. Some, like the work of North Carolinian Brian Anderson, incorporate layers of paint that beg to be touched.

The new home of Gallery View—previously located near Railside Studios—couldn’t be a more perfect backdrop for their roster of artists and big ambitions. “A lot of people think they’ll only see artists like this in Los Angeles or New York,” says Baldridge. “We want to bring work that is unique, that is different, here to Greenville.” In addition to shows, the pair

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Anna Shcherbakova and Nicholas Baldridge (left) curate the work of their favorite contemporary artists and interior designers in their lovely gallery space at Woodside Mill (above).

curates the art on the walls in the Bistro, where guests can host receptions and enjoy a full bar and food menu.

“The move was very positive for our future as artists and as a gallery,” adds Baldridge. “We moved to better focus on our studio work and careers, but this is also a great place to network and meet other professionals in the community.”

What’s next for Gallery View? “We’ve expanded to working with other galleries around the region, too, and will be introducing an NFT (non-fungible token) gallery to serve the growing crypto community here in Greenville.”

Don’t miss the ever-changing lineup of artists and themed shows on First Fridays or schedule an appointment for a chance to take it all in at your own pace. And there’s good news for collectors of all income levels: in addition to originals, the gallery also offers prints for purchase, thanks to their in-house giclée printing.

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Ashley Gondi: Thank you. We opened in late fall of 2019 and have 16 “flexologists,” who are certified therapists with backgrounds in physical therapy, kinesiology, and exercise science. They take each client to a bench and work with them for 50 minutes on stretching.

The one-on-one stretching here is different from when the coach, or captain, would lead the team through stretching exercises before practice.

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This is silly.’ But I realized you can’t stretch yourself the way someone else can stretch you. It’s physically impossible.

What happened after that first visit?

Ashley: I felt so good afterward and slept so well that night. It’s become part of my routine now, stretching here two days a week. It’s changed my quality of life completely. It’s changed the way I move. It’s changed my posture. It’s taken away my aches and pains. I can perform better.

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Ashley: Yep. I’m 5’6” and played tennis growing up. I have two kids now, so don’t really play anymore. I do run. I care about health and fitness and taking care of myself. I felt my body was changing and I had aches and pains. I wasn’t as limber as I used to be. We were skiing, and when I bent down to buckle my boots and tried to twist, I couldn’t. A few months later, when a stretching place popped up on Facebook, I tried it and loved it.

The experience inspired you to open the Stretch Lab in Greenville.

Who comes here?

Ashley: We have members and clients who are as young as eight

FLEX FORWARD ASHLEY GONDI TOUTS THE BENEFITS OF STAYING LIMBER

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arvard University healthcare professionals recommend regular stretching to keep muscles long, lean, and flexible.

As we age, flexibility naturally decreases, but stretching several times a week maintains muscle health and strength, while promoting range of motion and preventing injury. With more than 600 muscles in the body, where do you start? We turned to Ashley Gondi, owner of Greenville’s StretchLab.

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and as old as 88. That’s a true statement. The eight-year-old is a dancer and gymnast.

How is this different from yoga?

Ashley: Someone is putting you in positions and targeting your problem areas. Everyone’s goal is to improve their quality of life. Our goal is to enhance movement, reduce pain, and customize one-on-one assisted stretching. The more you come in, the more benefits you’ll see. We always encourage new clients to give us once a week for three months to get your body into a routine and see the benefits.

What do you recommend for the new year and those trying to adopt healthier lifestyle habits?

Ashley: Pay attention to your body. Stay in control of it.

Remember that stretching is not only good for your muscles, but it also releases stress in the body. Any time is a good time to start a new routine, but the new year is the perfect time to reset.

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GEN X, Y, Z THE LOTUS PARADOX’S WORLD PREMIERE AT THE WAREHOUSE THEATRE HOLDS A MIRROR TO GENERATIONAL DIVIDES

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here will be plenty of things to parse about The Lotus Paradox after its world premiere at The Warehouse Theatre. The new work, written by acclaimed playwright and screenwriter Dorothy Fortenberry (Hulu’s The Handmaid’s Tale) and directed

by Jay Briggs, touches on topics ripped straight from the headlines of today: climate change, mental health, social media, the Me Too movement, and more.

But at its core, The Lotus Paradox is a story about generational friction and the way it rears its ugly (and sometimes absurd and humorous) head when it comes to defining success and relevancy, articulating ambition, and coping with expectation.

A multi-generational cast (left) stars in the world premiere this month of The Lotus Paradox, a play by LA-based writer Dorothy Fortenberry, who also writes for the popular series The Handmaid’s Tale.

“By watching these characters fumble their way through, you’re learning how to not have those conversations with your family. And maybe you are getting a rehearsal for conversations you want to see happen.”—Jay Briggs

The Lotus Paradox is set in the home of beloved children’s novelist Nora Tennant on the eve of her birthday. Her two adult children are on hand, even as they grapple with the consequences of their mother’s successful trilogy, The Lotus Paradox. Hal, Nora’s son, is a clear analog to the series’ martyred child protagonist. Dealie, Nora’s daughter, is absent entirely from her mother’s literary work. One struggles to live up to the standards of his literary doppelganger, the other endures the slight of being forgotten. The family dynamics are further complicated by Nora’s editor—intent on wringing every ounce of commercial success from the trilogy while stonewalling publication of Nora’s experimental fourth book— and the unannounced arrival of a young superfan with her own literary aspirations.

As these characters navigate their relationships, the play returns to the central question: What can we expect from age and youth? “So much of children’s literature has this idea that children will be the saviors, that the adults are compromised and useless,” Fortenberry says. That framing has consequences within The Lotus Paradox and resonances in our lived reality.

“It feels really similar to how older people talk about youth relative to climate change,” she says. “We’re just gonna hand everything over to the next generation. These wonderful teenagers and young people are going to fix everything.” Briggs adds a corollary, “What kind of pressure does that expectation put on the next generation? And does it push them past the breaking point?”

This triad of generational friction—Gen X vs. Millennial vs.

Gen Z—feels particularly relevant, especially in the wake of holiday gatherings. And that is the blessing of The Lotus Paradox: “It’s a chance to sit in those moments of connection, betrayal, and bad choices,” says Fortenberry. “We can observe our own mistakes and foibles.”

“By watching these characters fumble their way through, you’re learning how to not have those conversations with your family,” adds Briggs. “And maybe you are getting a rehearsal for conversations you want to see happen.”

The Lotus Paradox at The Warehouse Theatre, 37 Augusta St, Greenville. Jan 21 – Feb 6, tickets start at $35; warehousetheatre.com

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Dragonfly Acupuncture offers a serene stop on the pathway to healing. Their services include Japanese acupuncture, Esalen massage, a technique known for its intuitive, meditative approach, and botanical medicine. Elizabeth and Kie Williams have created a true oasis for wellness based on their belief that “every human has the right to experience radiant health.”

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elieve it or not, winter has arrived. As nature retreats into its annual slumber, the Upstate, blanketed in colder temperatures––and if we’re lucky, a little snow––paints a vivid picture of what it means to rest. As plants disappear for the season, roots deepen and strengthen to prepare for future seasons of growth, presenting a perfect opportunity for us to do the same.

Nature invites us to follow her lead and go within, where a living canvas for rejuvenation and renewal awaits. Rest is an essential part of well-being; it quiets our systems and creates space for healing, though that can be easy to forget in the rush of a new year. If wellness is what you’re seeking this winter, gift yourself permission to slow down and mirror the pace of the season. Here are a few practitioners who can help.

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If you’ve heard meditation eases anxiety, relieves stress, and improves focus, but don’t know where to start, Greenville Meditation is the place for you. Private, group, and corporate sessions are available for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. Now is the perfect time to quiet your mind.

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Cradled by the Blue Ridge Mountains, the serene Spa at the Omni Grove Park Inn echoes the ambience of its surroundings.

Whisk yourself away to a LUXURY HOTEL SPA within driving distance of Greenville.

Photograph courtesy of the Omni Grove Park Inn

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h, January. The first month of the year is traditionally a time to decompress from the hubbub of the holidays, and what better place to do this than at one of the region’s destination spas?

Unspool your tight muscles under a massage therapist’s healing touch, and rejuvenate your dry skin with a hydrating facial. Renew yourself at one of the spas below, which all offer a full menu of sybaritic treatments along with luxurious overnight accommodations.

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Château Élan Spa

A French country aesthetic defines this 3,500-acre north Georgia resort, featuring its own winery and separate 35,000-square-foot spa. Corral your sweetie, book one of the lovely suites set in the spa building, and revel a sumptuous treatment for two. The spa’s director, Rebecca Dickerson, recommends the signature Couples Romantic Journey: “At the pinnacle of luxury, this couple’s journey starts with side-by-side full-body exfoliations and Swedish massages. Couples then move to a candlelit bath experience [complete with a] bottle of sparkling wine and chocolate-dipped strawberries. Finish with a relaxing gourmet spa lunch, served in-suite.” Perhaps you’ll favor a swim in the indoor saltwater pool or a soak in the whirlpool before heading to the winery to sample Château Élan’s award-winning wines.

100 Rue Charlemagne Dr, Braselton, GA. (678) 425-0900, chateauelan.com

Photographs (opposite, left) courtesy of The Spa at Old Edwards Inn; (opposite, right) courtesy of The Spa at Omni Grove Park Inn;

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Photographs (opposite, left) courtesy of The Spa at Old Edwards Inn; (opposite, right) courtesy of The Spa at Omni Grove Park Inn; (above) by Rebecca Lehde

Luxury hotel spas make a perfect winter weekend getaway. Choose your spa ambience from acres of vineyards at French-style Château Élan (above), the grounding mountain setting of The Omni Grove Park Inn (opposite, right), or the warm tranquility of The Spa at Old Edwards Inn (opposite, left).

Fearrington House Spa

Part of the Fearrington House Inn in Pittsboro, North Carolina, this spa nestles in a charming village setting and includes four treatment rooms, three of which have their own full bath.

Feeling tense? Relax those tight muscles with a signature Musclease seaweed wrap, followed by a scalp massage, or unwind with a Well-Being Massage, which combines the Elemis line of aromatherapy oils with ancient healing techniques. A 75-minute Pro-Collagen Age Defy facial will smooth fine lines and wrinkles. “It’s all about customer care here,” says the spa director, Angela Astan. “As an intimate spa, we can really personalize care for each guest.” To prolong the pampering, reserve a table at Fearrington House Restaurant and treat yourself to one of Chef Colin Bedford’s marvelous multicourse dinners.

2000 Fearrington Village Center, Pittsboro, NC. (919) 5424000, fearrington.com

The Spa at Old Edwards Inn

Located in a separate building behind the original latenineteenth-century inn, the Spa at Old Edwards Inn was added in 2004. Both the ambience and treatments at the Europeanstyle spa tie into the healing energy of the mountains, with many treatments using natural ingredients sourced from herbs and botanicals picked in the property’s own gardens.

In addition to massages, scrubs, wraps, and facials, the spa offers Asian-inspired treatments such as Ashiastsu Oriental Bar Therapy, Reiki, and Thai massage. “Our 110-minute Sweet Mountain Metamorphosis is time well spent, beginning with a foot treatment, a gentle, full-body dry-brush exfoliation, a magical rhythmic massage, and finishing with cranial sacral therapy while wrapped in a cocoon,” says Kyra Russell, the spa director. “You will never be the same.”

16 Church St, Highlands, NC. (828) 526-9887, oldedwardshospitality.com

The Spa at The Omni Grove Park Inn

It’s the rock that anchors you at this spacious subterranean spa, which tucks into the hill below the venerable Grove Park Inn (now owned by Omni). Stacked rock lines the spa’s grotto-like walls and paves the tranquil outdoor terraces, echoing the solid rock of the Blue Ridge Mountains that rise in the distance. At 43,000 square feet, the Grove Park’s spa enfolds two therapeutic waterfall pools, as well as a lap pool beneath a galaxy of 6,500 fiber-optic stars. Treatments run the gamut from a Mountain View Massage to a Gingerbread Pedicure, after which you can continue to unwind in inhalation rooms and saunas, breathe in eucalyptus-infused air in the steam rooms, then curl up with a cup of organic tea at one of three fireside lounges.

290 Macon Ave, Asheville, NC. (828) 252-2711, omnihotels. com/hotels/asheville-grove-park

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SOUTHERN SURPRISE WHEN BOOK ING A WA R M-WEATHER GETAWAY, HERE A RE SIX REASONS TO PUT TA LL A HASSEE, FLOR IDA, ON YOUR LIST

by Abby Moore Keith

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hen the cold gets you down, planning a southbound escape is sure to bring a little warmth to your winter chill. Booking an early spring weekend away to a sunny city will provide just enough anticipatory cheer to push you through those dreary January days.

And Tallahassee, Florida, is an unexpected locale worthy of a visit.

The Charm / Whatever preconceived notions you have about Tallahassee, set them aside. It’s not just a college town, though it’s home to both Florida

State and Florida A&M University, and it’s not a sleepy Southern city

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cemented in the past, as the old oak and Spanish moss romance would like you to think. The Florida state capital has all the vibes of a chic young metropolis, but there’s a depth here, welling from a spring rich with history and culture. It’s alluring, like a mystery that unravels bit by bit.

The History / Tallahassee goes way back to the Pleistocene geologic period (a treasure trove of fossils, including those of mammoths, saber-tooth tigers, and giant sloths, has been discovered in nearby Wakulla Springs). In fact, you can view an entire mastodon skeleton discovered there at Tallahassee’s Museum of Florida History. Inhabited in the early 500s by the Apalachee Indians who named the city, meaning “old fields,” Tallahassee was under Spanish rule from 1500 to

Photography courtesy of Visit Tallahasee

the 1800s, until Florida became a U.S. territory in 1822.

Located halfway between Jacksonville and Pensacola, Tallahassee has served as the state capital since 1824, and The Florida Capitol is worth a visit for a glimpse of the rotunda alone.

The AC Hotel / It seems trivial to recommend a city for its accommodations alone, but the AC Hotel by Marriott Tallahassee Universities at the Capitol is a worthy candidate.

Opened in early 2021, the hotel is imbued with all the stylish energy of the AC brand with its modern design and luxe amenities. It also abuts Cascades Park, and if you snag a room on the south side, lovely views of the fountain and rolling green space greet you. Expect scrumptious pastries at the European-style breakfast

From your home base at the AC Hotel (above), it’s easy to discover Tallahassee’s many charms, which include the hotel’s rooftop bar, Charlie Park (opposite, left), and the Tallahassee Museum (opposite, right).

bar and plenty of natural light beckoning from nooks ideal for a quiet read. But there’s Charlie Park, too. The rooftop bar offers stunning sunsets, American fusion cuisine, and an array of craft cocktails. Backdropped by the entryway’s vibrant moss-covered wall, the orchidadorned house cocktail The Charlie makes for a great snap (and drink, too).

Food & Bev / For a small city, Tallahassee surprises with its quality of cuisine. While it doesn’t offer the wealth of culinary flair like Southern sisters Charleston or Savannah, there are standout spots. Start the day with Lucky Goat Coffee and a brioche doughnut from Midtown’s SōDOUGH Baking Co. Hang around the area—featuring gems like Midtown Reader bookstore and chic boutique Hearth &

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Soul —until lunch, where you must dine at Midtown Café

on Smoky and the Grits. For midafternoon libations, head to Proof Brewing. Housed in an old Coca-Cola bottling facility, Proof punches out bold, flavorful beers from its 20-barrel brew house. Let the day’s denouement be an evening at Il Lusso, where Chef Terry White and crew create elegant Italian dishes like veal osso bucco or the Seminole squash triangoli.

EAT Il Lusso At this downtown highlight, find hand-crafted pasta, prime steaks and chops, and more, sourced from locally grown ingredients.

The Arts Scene / Another surprise Tallahassee offers is its

Outdoor Recreation / For an all-day adventure, grab a bike and hop on the Tallahassee-St. Marks Historic Railroad State Trail, a 16-mile greenway connecting the capital to the town of St. Marks and the Gulf of Mexico.

For something more leisurely, Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park is a nature lover’s dream. Trails meander around drooping oaks and vibrant azaleas, and past each hedge is another hidden fountain or reflection pool.

And then there’s Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park, whose sapphire waters are home to manatees.

With the wealth of sun and sand Florida has to offer, it can be tempting to set Tallahassee aside. But driving straight through this lovely city in your rush to get to the beach is certainly a loss. Gulf Coast gems like St. George Island and Panama City are nearby, so on your way take a day or two in Tallahassee and sink into the mystery of this Southern delight.

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Gift yourself with home accessories at Hearth & Soul boutique (above) before heading out to explore Tallahassee’s wild side. If you’re lucky, at Wakulla Springs State Park you might spot one of the gentle manatees (left) that inhabit the park’s waterways.

Bar 1903 Housed in the historic Walker Library, this creative cocktail experience is well worth the wait list.

209 E Park Ave. (850) 354-9739, bar1903tlh.com

Jeri’s Midtown CafÉ This charming Midtown joint features home-cooked Southern fare crafted from the fewest ingredients possible.

1123 Thomasville Rd. (850) 3857268, jerismidtowncafe.com

STAY AC Hotel Tallahassee Centered in downtown with views of Cascade Park, this chic hotel offers a host of modern amenities.

801 S Gadsden St. (850) 392-7700, marriott.com/ ac_hotels/tallahassee

PLAY Railroad Square Art Find creative inspiration in this historic warehouse district transformed into an artistic haven filled with art studios and eclectic shops.

602 McDonnell Dr, (850) 2241308, artdistrict.com

Tallahassee Museum Explore 52 acres of natural wonders, including diverse wildlife, historic buildings, and a zipline course.

945 Museum Dr, (850) 575-8684, tallahasseemuseum.org

Bradford Blues club Florida’s first club listed on the Mississippi Blues Trail, this historic juke joint is sure to get you grooving.

7152 Moses Lane, (850) 9060766, bradfordvilleblues.com

Photography courtesy of Visit Tallahasee

diverse array of artisans and creatives. For the best bang for your buck, head to Railroad Square, an old warehouse district that has transformed into a burgeoning arts scene. The old buildings, adorned with bright, creative murals, house a wealth of studios, galleries, theaters, and eclectic shops. But there’s also the Bradford Blues Club.

This small cinder-block building, which has hosted the likes of B.B. King, is a short drive north of the city and was the first of its kind in the state to be listed on the Mississippi Blues Trail.

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At BlocHaven, vividly colored hand and foot holds are moved around on a regular basis to create everchallenging routes to the top.

Start your New Year off on the right foot at the dynamic bouldering gym BLOCHAVEN.

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he vast, light-filled room opens to what could double as a ginormous maritime-themed art installation. Blond-wood walls, dotted with red, pink, blue, yellow, orange, and black chunks, rise like 14-foot hulls of oddly angled ships moored on two black islands. These are “bouldering walls,” the blocks are “holds.” And this is BlocHaven, Greenville’s newest climbing gym.

“The holds that they put on the walls are an artistic expression, but even the walls themselves—the company that designed them considers them a form of art,” says Will Snader, general manager of Doug and Teri Johnson’s brainchild.

The Johnsons and their seven children, ages 8 to 22, moved from Seattle to Greenville to start what he calls their “passion project,” which opened in Judson Mill last July. “Rock climbing is a great sport.

It requires strength, it requires flexibility, it requires endurance, it’s all about an overall healthy body. It also requires good mental acuity because it’s all about problem-solving,” Doug says.

As he shows how the colorful holds are methodically placed and moved around every month to create different pathways to the top, he says, “Every one of these routes is a particular ‘problem,’ as they say in rock climbing.”

That’s certainly fitting for an entrepreneur who spent 30 years in tech and launched four startups. But more than creating towering puzzles for the agile set, Doug says, “We wanted to build a gym that would be a community that we could be a part of. Climbing is unique when it comes to community.”

You hear the same sentiment when you wander through the 25,000-square-foot room, roughly half the size of a football field. “It’s a great community,” says Ari Larson, a counselor in Anderson who travels from Townville two or three times a week. “I mean, this is how everybody is, you can just walk up to anybody and have a conversation.” She got into a sport that she could share with her husband, Alan, a Greenville firefighter.

Before the pandemic, she attended a women’s climbing festival in Tennessee, then she worked at BlocHaven for a couple of months. This morning, her hands and clothes are dusted with chalk, which climbers use to better grip the holds along the 200-plus routes.

Will started climbing 11 or 12 years ago, his first major outdoor foray at Rumbling Bald, near Chimney

General manager Will Snader (opposite and above) fosters a community of avid climbers at BlocHaven, the new climbing gym at Judson Mill.

Rock in North Carolina. He climbed “14ers”—mountains 14,000-feet-and-higher—in Colorado and has competed in about a dozen events around the country. He started at BlocHaven while it was called Rockoon Climbing and still in the design stages. “I grew up playing soccer.

It’s highly competitive, and when I got older, I wanted something that wasn’t as competitive and intense, more encouraging and positive,” Snader says. “I found that in climbing, and then I found some of the closest people in my life.”

BlocHaven feels designed for just that. On Mondays and Tuesdays, its busiest nights, you’ll find more than 125 people scaling the four climbing areas—The Bear, The Titan, The Comp Wall, and The Mezz. Surrounding those are a café and coffee bar; an open space with exercise equipment; a yoga studio; and locker rooms and showers.

With a vibe akin to a big kids’ clubhouse, BlocHaven already rocks more than 600 members, Snader says.

“It’s been a long time coming,” he says of the Upstate’s indoor-climbing scene. “Greenville’s needed something like this here. We have a lot of boxes checked. This is one of the ones that we’ve been missing. But now we have it.”

BlocHaven, 701 Easley Bridge Rd, Ste 6020, Greenville. blochaven.com

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UNLIKE FATHER DUR ING HIS DA D’S F UNER A L , THE M A N GR A PPLES W ITH HIS FA MILY TIES

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n the fall of 2016, I met my biological father for the first time. I’d known since I was a child that my mom’s husband, the guy I called “Dad,” was not my actual father but had adopted me when I was two, just after he and my mom married. The fact didn’t faze me a bit. I loved my dad and had no interest in finding the guy with whom my mom had a short romantic fling while living in Charleston, South Carolina, in the late 1960s. My dad and I had a wonderful relationship, and we never once spoke about me not being his biological son. My mom and I didn’t speak about it either.

She sat me down and told me the situation when I was around nine or ten and after that one conversation the subject was taboo, which was perfectly fine with me. But after my dad passed away in 2005, I started to become curious about my ancestry. I pestered my mom until she said she’d only give me the name of my biological father if I would promise not to look for him or contact him. I crossed my fingers and agreed. I kept the promise for over ten years, until my curiosity finally got the best of me.

When I met him, my biological father was living in a small camper on a few acres of land in Cottageville, South Carolina. He was in his early seventies and his health was a mess. He had heart disease, diabetes, and lung cancer that was in remission. I met him at his ex-wife’s house, which sat a mile away from his camper and

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where he still ate most of his meals. She was there, along with their daughter, my half-sister I never knew I had. I stayed for a couple of hours during which time I came to understand my biological father to be a stubborn, short-tempered, narcissistic jerk. His ex-wife and my half-sister were as sweet and kind as anyone I’d ever met, and I wondered how they put up with the guy.

Over the next few years, I saw my biological father a handful of times and for never longer than an hour at a stretch. He liked to tell me about his time in Vietnam as a door gunner and his years working as a bailiff for the town of Cottageville. All of his stories had a similar theme, him being the hero and righting wrongs. He carried a huge chip on his shoulder, and I never figured out how it had gotten there. He passed away a few months ago, and I drove to Cottageville for the funeral. My half-sister and her girlfriend delivered the casket to the cemetery by horse and carriage, and a few people stood and spoke about the deceased’s kindness and generosity while also mentioning his hard-headed ways. I stood off in the background wondering if, in time, I would’ve discovered his kindness and generosity. Were those attributes really part of his DNA? I hope so.

Steven Tingle is the author of recently published novel Graveyard Fields and is the monthly contributor to this column. Find more at steventingle.com.

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“There is no secret formula.

Just take it one day at a time.

Fitness is a process built on consistency and discipline.”

Don’t go too heavy: Marquis chooses lower weight and more repetition over higher weight and fewer reps.

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(opposite) Certified personal trainer at Elite Total Fitness, Marquis McCarroll recognizes that achieving fitness goals requires both physical and mental training; (this page) when working with clients, Orangetheory fitness coach Natasha Houston emphasizes life balance.

arquis McCarroll, a certified personal trainer and sports performance coach at Elite Total Fitness, shows his clients the equipment they need to use and the muscle groups they need to work—but most of all, he helps them fine-tune the way they think.

“That’s the main goal for me,” says McCarroll, who grew up playing football as a running back at Wade Hampton High School and North Greenville University. “Not just training people physically, but mentally.” Elite Total Fitness, founded in 2021, is a 6,000-square-foot facility decked out with the latest high-tech equipment, including athletic recovery aids like a hydrotherapy room and cold and warm contrast plunge tubs. The Simpsonville gym specializes in personal training, group fitness, and sports training for kids and adults.

McCarroll, who has been a personal trainer for three years, fell in love with fitness as a football player and found that training kept him close to the game as he rehabbed from a major Achilles and meniscus injury. He works with skilled athletes as well as fitness newbies, either one-on-one or in group classes like boot camp and HIIT (highintensity interval training). Marquis says, “This is my way of giving back and helping others.”

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s a collegiate Division 1 gymnast, Natasha Houston is no stranger to the fitness realm. Originally from Tampa, she left her nine-to-five a few years back after interacting with the Orangetheory community and seeing the impact it had on people’s lives.

Orangetheory is a heart-rate-based, whole-body group workout, utilizing rowers, the treadmill, and weights to achieve results. Natasha maintains that the switch from marketing to coaching was the best decision she ever made. The one-on-one time before class, the inviting community environment, and the science-based personal training made the transition easy, and she’s been helping people find happier, healthier lives at Orangetheory Fitness Greenville for almost three years.

“To me fitness is not a linear path—it ebbs and flows,” Natasha says. “Sometimes you have days where you are really motivated to work out and eat healthy, and then you have other days where you lack motivation and want to eat all the cookies in your pantry. It’s about finding the balance between both of those scenarios to establish healthy habits.”—Abby Moore Keith

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Shred415’s workout: “Half the class starts on the floor, half on the treadmills. Everything changes every 30 seconds to a minute, with the heart-rate profiles on the treads and the floor mirroring each other—we peak your heart rate, then bring it down.”

Joy Howard / Shred415 t (almost) sounds easy: four 15-minute intervals of high-intensity strength exercises with alternating bursts of running (or walking) on the treadmill. Expect some real sweat equity, however, even if the upbeat music and the constantly changing segments convince you— and your hard-working body— that you’re actually having fun.

That’s the point, anyway, explains owner Joy Howard who opened a Shred415 fitness franchise here with her husband, Brad, in 2019.

“I’ve done everything: tae bo, yoga, power yoga. I’m a runner, but this is everything in one tidy little package that is modifiable for every fitness level. It’s for everybody,” says Joy. “The best exercise you can do is the one you will do.

If you don’t love it, you won’t do it.” With perks like child care, a free first class, and Woodway treadmills—which, thanks to their patented slatted belt, are purportedly easier on your joints and muscles than a traditional conveyor belt of most treadmills—there’s a whole lot to love.

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Fitness should be fun, believes Joy Howard, who coaches clients through a rigorous workout routine as owner of Shred415 in downtown Greenville.

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“The best exercise you can do is the one you will do. If you don’t love it, you won’t do it.”

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eAndra Reasonover-Winjobi is the founder and owner of VV Spot, a local business that offers nutrition coaching, personal training, group fitness, fitness parties, and private food tours. In her spare time, she’s also a trainer at MADabolic, an interval-based strength and endurance gym located in downtown Greenville. The gym is a part of the MADabolic franchise founded in 2011 by professional hockey players Brandon Cullen and Kirk Dewaele, who designed a strength-driven interval-training program focused on momentum, anaerobic, and durability (hence, the MAD name) workouts.

In a world where boutique gyms seem to be popping up on every corner, MADabolic differentiates itself by prioritizing form over speed, strength-driven routines in a cardiosaturated industry, structured workouts planned a full year in advance, and accredited, certified trainers who endure a rigorous system of checks before ever getting out on the gym floor. When DeAndra’s not finding the latest plant-based eatery in Greenville, she’s correcting form and greeting people with her contagious smile at MADabolic.—Lindsay Niedringhaus

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tep underground on Main Street to enter Core24, where workout warriors are met with a jolt of energy from music blasting their eardrums. The neon, graffiti-style artwork flowing throughout the space appeals to urbanites aiming to perfect their movements.

Core24 owner, Kory Keefer, found his passion for fitness at his family’s gym in Seneca nearly two decades ago and opened a new location in the heart of Greenville’s downtown in 2018. The functional space evolves every six months by repositioning its equipment to ensure members explore every inch of the full-body circuit machines, dedicated squat room, branded dumbbell rack, and the two 10-person saunas for men and women, targeting 25- to 35-yearold professionals with a desire to network while making gains.—Bo Wood

Core24, 103 N Main St, Ste 100, Greenville.

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“A healthy lifestyle is 80 percent nutrition and 20 percent active living. Fuel your body right so you can rule in the gym.”

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DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE Sebastian Carter grew up outside the village of Daresbury in Cheshire, England, the hometown of writer Lewis Carroll (née Charles Dodgson), so it’s no coincidence that The Rabbit Hole, Carter’s new bar in the Village of West Greenville, is a reference to Alice in Wonderland. The cozy warren is a wonderland in itself, decked out with a preserved-moss wall, vintage chandeliers, and a bathroom plastered with illustrations of Alice and other characters from Carroll’s famous children’s tale. Affordable wines and lesser-known craft spirits—including a line from Rabbit Hole distillery in Kentucky—shape the cocktail menu. Like the fantastical world that Alice tumbles into, The Rabbit Hole cultivates an air of mystery—with, Carter promises, surprises yet to come.—M. Linda Lee

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Find Spicewalla products locally at Swamp Rabbit Café and Grocery and The Cook’s Station, or order online from spicewallabrand.com.

With a mission to change the way Americans cook with spices, Spicewalla now offers 250 different spices and blends, sourced from around the globe.

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8 cups water 1 medium hand of ginger, sliced 1 head of garlic, peeled and smashed 2–3 fingers of fresh turmeric root, sliced (or 1½ Tbs. ground turmeric) 2 organic lemons, sliced Pinch of cayenne (optional)

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients except water to a large, heavy-bottomed sauce pot. Pour the water over and stir.

2. Bring to a boil, and then immediately reduce heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for about an hour, stirring every so often.

3. Pour hot tea through a mesh strainer into quart jars or containers for storing. If desired, return the strained ingredients to the pot, add fresh water, and repeat the process for another batch of tea.

4. Sweeten with honey to taste and serve tea hot or cold. Refrigerate (or freeze) leftover tea for future servings.

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In India, no self-respecting cook would be caught without a masala dabba, a traditional container for storing their personal spice blends. Fivetime James Beard nominee for Best Chef Southeast and owner of Chai Pani restaurant in Asheville, Meherwan Irani built on this concept when he launched Spicewalla in 2017.

With a mission to change the way Americans cook with spices, Spicewalla now offers 250 different spices and blends, sourced from around the globe and packaged in colorfully labeled tins. From the familiar (dried basil) to the exotic (Irani’s mother’s North Indian blend of garam masala), the chef’s herbs and spices will broaden your access to a world of different cuisines.—MLL

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Gaia Golden Milk

You may know golden milk from its recent moment in the sun, but the history of the traditional Indian beverage begins centuries before its trend in the West. According to Ayurvedic philosophy, ojas is the energy of life, the essence of the body’s vitality. Golden milk—typically made with turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, black pepper, sweetener, and warm milk—is an ancient tonic considered to build ojas and balance the body. Gaia’s Golden Milk preserves the warming, inflammation-taming qualities of the traditional turmeric tonic, but simplifies the recipe with a convenient powdered blend of turmeric, vanilla, black pepper, dates, and ashwagandha, a popular adaptogenic herb that relieves stress and soothes the nervous system. $21 for 4.3oz, Garner’s Natural Life, 27 S Pleasantburg Dr, #20, Greenville. garnersnaturallife.com

Lumineux Drinking Chocolate

If your most formative hot chocolate experiences started with “Swiss” and ended with “Miss,” you have indeed missed out. At least that’s what you’ll realize after the first luxurious sip of Lumineux’s Drinking Chocolate. Crafted in European-style small batches by a Greenville chocolatier, the powdered drinking-chocolate mix levels up hot cocoa into heavenly places. Smooth and velvety when stirred into warm milk, with a hint of bitterness from the dark chocolate, this is a hot cocoa intended for chocolate purists. The chocolate is 73 percent Madagascar dark chocolate from the Sambriano Valley, a lovely expression of Lumineux’s mission to showcase the unique terroir of under-appreciated cocoa beans from Africa and Asia. $10 for 6oz, Swamp Rabbit Café & Grocery, 205 Cedar Lane Rd, Greenville. lumineuxchocolate.com

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Cold temperatures call for warm beverages, like a comforting mug of golden milk, hot chocolate, or chai tea.

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Sometimes the best things come to us by way of a detour—in this case, a traditional Indian chai recipe by way of Black Mountain, North Carolina, where chai brewers Katie Amies, Tommy Winant, and Joel Boyle produce their small-batch, fresh chai concentrate. Inspired by a recipe learned during Tommy’s travels, the AppalaChai! team tinkered with different micro-batches of the warm spiced tea before landing on their own complex version that offers a deeply flavorful, incredibly smooth chai drinking experience. AppalaChai! concentrate is intentionally brewed with a bit less sweetener than is standard so that the ingredients—all organic and sourced as locally as possible—can truly shine. $9 for 32oz, Swamp Rabbit Café & Grocery, 205 Cedar Lane Rd, Greenville. appalachai.com

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he new year reveals who we really are. And by really are, I mean which of us are optimists and which are pessimists. “I’m not a pessimist; I’m a realist!” the pessimists always insist. To which I counter, there is one reality and two ways to look at it: glass half-empty or glass half-full.

But back to the lights-on moment of January 1.

Optimists embrace the new year as an opportunity for change. They believe change is good, and more importantly, they believe they can make it happen.

Maybe they believe it a little too much and end up resolving more than one human could possibly accomplish in a year—ultimately proving our pessimistic friends’ point: people don’t change. The best path? Well, it appears to lie somewhere in the middle: be open to change, but take it slow.

Nowhere is this more true than on our plate. By now, we have plenty of evidence to demonstrate that diets fail to create any lasting outcomes and can actually make a negative impact on our health. What works is small changes steadily accumulating over time. So, as you sail into this new year, consider swapping grand resolutions and strict regimens for smaller, sustainable shifts.

Embrace a more/less paradigm, if that’s helpful.

More meal planning, less takeout. More water, less wine. And if your shift includes more plants, less meat, consider reimagining the classics to smooth the way. Rather than diving into, say, a seared tofu salad, try old-school crunchy tacos where smoky, slow-simmered lentils replace ground beef without missing a beat. Then, let the usual accompaniments tag along for a flavor throwback that’s fun enough to convert even the most steadfast pessimists.

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As you sail into this new year, consider swapping grand resolutions and strict regimens for smaller, sustainable shifts.

If your New Year’s resolutions call for more veggies in your diet, you won’t miss the meat in these smoky lentil tacos.

CRUNCHY LENTIL TACOS Yields 10–12 tacos

INGREDIENTS: For the seasoning 1 tsp. ground cayenne ¼ cup chili powder ¼ cup sweet paprika 2 Tbs. smoked paprika 2 Tbs. dried oregano 2 Tbs. ground cumin 1 Tbs. garlic powder 1 Tbs. onion powder 1 tsp. black pepper For the tacos Kosher salt 2 Tbs. olive oil 1 onion, chopped finely 3 cloves of garlic, minced 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed 2 ½ cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth, if you prefer) 2 Tbs. taco seasoning 10–12 hard taco shells Favorite toppings (freshly grated cheddar cheese, iceberg lettuce, sour cream, diced tomatoes, salsa, pickled jalapenos, etc.)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. First, measure all taco seasoning spices into a jar, seal with a lid, and shake well to combine. You’ll end up with approximately 1 cup of taco seasoning, which can be stored in your cupboard for later use.

2. In a large, heavy saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic; sauté until the onion softens and begins to turn golden, about 5 minutes. Stir in 2 Tbs. of the homemade taco seasoning and 1 tsp. of kosher salt, and cook for another 30 seconds.

3. Add the lentils and chicken or vegetable broth to the pot and raise the heat to high. Bring to a boil and then lower to a simmer. Cover the pot with a lid and simmer for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Remove the lid and allow the last bit of the liquid to cook out, stirring.

4. Serve spiced lentils with crunchy taco shells, shredded lettuce, grated cheese, diced tomato, sour cream, pickled jalapeños, salsa, and any other classic toppings your heart may crave.

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AMERICAN The Anchorage With a focus on local produce, Chef Greg McPhee’s globally influenced menu changes almost weekly. A hoard of fresh harvest arrives daily from area growers, like Horseshoe Farm in Travelers Rest, which informs McPhee’s creative dishes. The restaurant’s menu and stellar cocktail program are updated regularly, and The Anchorage hosts frequent wine dinners. $$-$$$, D. Closed

Sun–Mon. 586 Perry Ave. (864) 219-3082, theanchoragerestaurant.com

Augusta Grill Augusta Grill is a Greenville institution featuring upscale comfort food. At the bar or in the intimate dining room, patrons can enjoy dishes such as the wild mushroom ravioli with pancetta and roasted garlic cream, or the sautéed rainbow trout with crabmeat beurre blanc. The lineup changes daily, but diners can always get Chef Bob Hackl’s highly sought-after blackberry cobbler. $$$-$$$$, D. Closed Sun &

Mon. 1818 Augusta St. (864) 242-0316, augustagrill.com

Bacon Bros. Public House You might think you know what meat lover’s heaven looks like, but if you show up at Bacon Bros. Public House gastropub, you’ll know for sure. From a board of cured, smoked, and dried meats, to a specialty sandwich, there’s no shortage of mouthwatering selections. The drink menu mirrors the food, featuring whiskeys, bourbons, bacon-infused liquors, and even smoked sorghum syrup. $$-$$$, L, D.

Closed Sunday. 3620 Pelham Rd. (864) 297-6000, baconbrospublichouse.com

The Burrow The comfort of a home-cooked meal, plus the ease of an elevated dining experience: the newest restaurant from Josh Beeby of Barley’s and Trappe Door fame does it all.

A cozy setting encourages conversation and gathering, while artful dishes and cocktails serve a sense of indulgence. You can’t miss with the chargrilled octopus or the whiskey sour. $$, D, SBR. 2017A Augusta St. (864)

412-8677, theburrowgville.com

N E W CAMP Tucked into one of the “jewel box” spaces on Camperdown Plaza, CAMP is the newest venture from the Table 301 group.

The menu, designed by executive chef Drew Erickson, sparkles with regional American small plates—Wagyu beef corndog, Yucatán-style pork tostadas, stuffed calamari—reimagined with twists inspired by the four years Erickson spent working with über-chef Thomas Keller at The French Laundry in California.

$$-$$$, D, SBR. Closed Mon. 2 E Broad St, Greenville. (864) 514-2267, campgvl.com

Fork and Plough The quintessential farm-to-fork partnership between Greenbrier Farms and Chef Shawn Kelly, with its casual, family-friendly feel, Fork and Plough brings a butcher shop, market, and restaurant to the Overbrook neighborhood. Chef Kelly masterminds an ever-changing roster of locally sourced dishes. $$$, L, D, SBR.1629 E North St. (864)

609-4249, forkandplough.com

Foxcroft Wine Co. Charlotte-based Foxcroft Wine Co. transformed the West End space vacated

by Brazwells Pub into a lovely wine bar decorated with warm woods, a barrelvaulted ceiling, and racks of wine. On the menu are tasty flatbreads and truffle fries, as well as signature lamb sliders and panseared scallops to pair with a generous list of wines by the glass. $-$$, D. Closed Mon. 631 S Main St. (864) 906-4200, foxcroftwine. com/greenville

GB&D The restaurant’s description itself—Golden Brown & Delicious—tells you all you need to know about this joint. Locally sourced dishes of American favorites—like the killer burger on a house-made brioche bun—star at lunch. Check out the extended menu at dinner, which features an impressive repertoire of creative dishes, from its new location at The Commons. $$-$$$, L, D,

SBR. 147 Welborn St, Ste B1. (864) 230-9455, eatgbnd.com

Halls Chophouse The renowned Charleston steakhouse puts down roots along the Reedy River with a selection of wet- or dry-aged steaks (USDA Prime beef flown in from Chicago’s Allen Brothers). Try a Durham Ranch elk loin with root vegetable hash, and don’t miss the lavender French toast at brunch. $$$$, L (Fri– Sat), D, SBR. 550 S Main St. (864) 335-4200, hallschophousegreenville.com NEW

Home Team BBQ Anchoring the new Holland Park development, Home Team BBQ is the brainchild of Chef Aaron Siegel, who founded it in Charleston in 2006. Choose among pulled pork, chicken, and brisket in incarnations from sliders and sandwiches to tacos and nachos. Enjoy the screened porch with a Game Changer, Home Team’s refreshing frozen mix of two kinds of Caribbean rum, pineapple and orange juices, and cream of coconut. $$. L, D.

Closed Mon & Tues. 815 Laurens Rd. (864) 686-7427, hometeambbq.com/location/ greenvillesc

Larkin’s on the River Located between the Peace Center and the Reedy River, Larkin’s balances upscale dining with comfort. Start with the she-crab soup, then select an entrée from the day’s

offerings—or opt for an aged filet mignon with mashed potatoes and asparagus. Enjoy the river view on the enclosed outdoor patio and the extensive wine list. $$$-$$$$,

L (Mon–Fri), D (daily), SBR. 318 S Main St. (864) 467-9777, larkinsontheriver.com

Northampton Wine + Dine Linger in the relaxed atmosphere of Northampton’s wine bar, where elegant bar bites accompany wines by the glass or bottle. Or, stay for dinner and select from an ever-changing menu, which includes seafood, beef, and wild game.

The outdoor patio is a relaxing location for a meal or a glass of wine. $$-$$$$, L, D. 211-A E Broad St. (864) 271-3919, northamptonwineanddine.com

Oak Hill Café & Farm A former faculty member in Furman University’s environmental science department, Lori Nelsen blazes a new trail in the restaurant world with co-owner Chef David Porras. The duo fulfills a long-time dream of creating a healthy, sustainable, and quality dining experience with an on-site farm and culinary research lab. Lovers of food innovation will not want to miss their multicourse tastings. $$-$$$$, D (Wed–

Sat); L, SBR (Fri–Sun). 2510 Poinsett Hwy. oakhillcafe.com

Reid’s Fine Foods Whether it’s a salmon plate, a bottle of wine, or a delectable pastry, Reid’s has everything a foodie heart could desire. Opened in the former Caviar & Bananas space, this Charlotte staple is a one-stop shop for breakfast, lunch, and a last-minute dinner party cheese board. Grab anything on the menu to go, or settle into the likes of a flatiron steak with squash & Brussels sprouts hash, chimichurri butter, and a truffle cabernet sauce. B, L, D. $-$$. 1 N Laurens St.

Soby’s Local flavor shines here in entrées like crab cakes with remoulade, sweet corn maque choux, mashed potatoes, and haricot verts. Their selection of 700 wines guarantees the perfect meal complement.

Featuring different weekly selections, the Sunday brunch buffet showcases the chefs’ creativity. $$$-$$$$, D, SBR. 207 S Main St.

(864) 232-7007, sobys.com

Tandem Creperie & Coffeehouse Tandem lures Swamp Rabbit cyclists with aromas of Counter Culture Coffee and a happy stomach guarantee. Try The Lumberjack (cornmeal crêpe, ham, bacon, eggs, cheese, bechamel, and maple syrup) or the tasty banana nut crêpe. Stuck between savory and sweet? Split one of each with a friend in the Tandem spirit: “Together is best.” $, B, L, SBR. 2 S Main St, Travelers

Rest. (864) 610-2245, tandemcc.com

Topsoil Kitchen + Market If they can grow it, locally source it, or make it in-house, they will. Located in the former Williams Hardware space in Travelers Rest, and just off the Swamp Rabbit Trail, this restaurant and market combo serves up fresh and modern veggie-driven dishes.

Find unique wines and cocktails on the menu, too. $-$$$, D. Closed Mon–Wed. 13

S Main St, Travelers Rest. (864) 517-4617, topsoilrestaurant.com

Urban Wren This newcomer in the historic Markley Station fashions a chic city atmosphere where the food takes its cues from the restaurant’s carefully curated wine selection.

Round up some friends and share a selection of seasonal small plates, such as cauliflower drop dumplings and rye whiskey beef short ribs.

(864) 283-0940, reids.com

$$$-$$$$. D. Closed Tues. 116 N Markley St. (864) 867-1081, urbanwrenwinery.com

Restaurant 17 Restaurant 17 blends contemporary European bistro with Blue Ridge bliss. The menu changes seasonally, but expect dishes from Executive Chef Haydn Shaak (formerly of The Cliffs) like the wood-fired octopus with pine nut romesco, baby beets, and Georgia olive oil or the Johnny Cake with country-style prosciutto. $$$-$$$$, D, SBR.

Woodside Bistro Down-home comfort food gets a fresh spin here, where portobello burgers, wedge salads, pesto chicken sandwiches, and rainbow vegan bowls color the menu.

A casual go-to spot, Woodside aims to be a welcoming dining destination for all—whether you’re a vegan or meat lover.

Closed Mon. 10 Road of Vines, Travelers Rest. (864) 516-1254, restaurant17.com

Rick Erwin’s West End Grille This downtown mainstay has been nationally recognized as one of America’s Top Steakhouses by Open Table and holds the rare Best of Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator. Find aged, prime beef and fresh seafood as staples on the menu complemented by Italian offerings and daily seasonal features. $$-$$$$, D. Closed Sun. 648 S Main St. (864) 232-8999, rickerwins.com

$, L. Temporarily closed while moving to new location at E 5th St. (864) 203-2333, woodsidebistro.com

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BARS & BREWERIES Bar Margaret This craft-cocktail bar takes over the former Village Grind and GB&D space on Pendleton Street with a funky fresh vibe and an eclectic variety of drinks, paired with elevated bar food. Co-owners Sarah Cochran and Chris George shepherd the cocktail program, and while curated creations are their speciality (try the cOlá fashioned), patrons can find approachable brews, wine, and non-alcoholic bevs. $-$$.

L, D. Closed Sun & Mon. 1269 Pendleton St, Greenville. barmarg.com

Carolina Bauernhaus Enjoy the delights of autumn with good friends and good beer at Carolina Bauernhaus. Now open in the new

Poe West area, this brewery sports an impressive tap list, as well as wicker picnic tables, hanging chair swings, and a smorgasbord of yard games. Take a load off in their outdoor patio space while sipping your favorite ale. $, L, D. Closed Mon & Tues. 556 Perry Ave. (864) 553-4371, carolinabauernhaus.com

The Community Tap / Tap Trailside Convenience, expertise, and atmosphere collide at The Community Tap. Choose from a wide selection of local, national, and international brews—or have a glass from one of the ever-rotating beer and wine taps. Check out their second location at The Commons and enjoy a glass with food from Automatic Taco, GB&D, or Methodical Coffee. 217 Wade

Hampton Blvd. (864) 631-2525; Tap Trailside at The Commons, 147 Welborn St. thecommunitytap.com

N E W Double Stamp Brewery Missing the ’90s? Head over to this new brewery, next door to Home Team BBQ in Holland Park. Inside, a vivid mural by local artist Lacey Hennessey depicts pop images from ’90s -era film, TV, music, and sports, while approachable brews such as Show Me the Money Pilsner and Wasssup!

Farmhouse Ale fill the taps. Weather permitting, the rooftop patio is the place to be. $. L, D. Closed Mon. 819 Laurens Rd.

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(864) 272-6232, questbrewing.com

Eighth State Brewing Call them untraditional, but Cameron Owen and Adam Cribbs let their brewing skills go wild in the former Claussen Bakery space, in taps filled with off-beat libations such as Blue Skies (sour ale fruited with blueberries and passionfruit) and Abiogenesis (Imperial stout with Tahitian vanilla and banana). Also on the menu are smoothie-style hard seltzers infused with creative combinations of exotic ingredients (Morello cherry, raspberry, and lemon, anyone?). Savory accompaniments run the gamut from seasonal salads to stecca sammies. $-$$, L, D. Closed Mon–Wed.

N E W Servus Biergarten Housed in a former feed and seed in downtown Simpsonville, Servus Biergarten adds an international accent to the new Warehouse at Vaughns, a smorgasbord of family-friendly eateries with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. From doppelbock to dunkel, German beers flow freely here, so stake out a seat at the bar to discover your new favorite. Of course, you’ll want to pair it with menu items such as bretzels, wurst platters, and more authentic Saxon fare. $. L, D. Closed Mon.

400 Augusta St, Ste 140. (864) 609-4590, eighthstatebrewing.com

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Fireforge Craft Beer Fireforge brings a boozy twist to the phrase “small but mighty.” The smallbatch craft brewery made a home for itself in downtown Greenville in late June 2018, and founders Brian and Nicole Cendrowski are on a mission to push the boundaries of beer. We recommend The Fixer Smoked Baltic Porter—a smooth lager with a hint of cherrywood-smoked malt. 311 E Washington St. (864) 735-0885,

Tasting Room TR Wind down on the weekend at this combination gourmet wine shop, beer tap, and sampling space. With nearly 200 wines and 150 craft beers for sale, there’s something to satisfy every palate. Not sure what vino revs your engine? Taste-test a few by the glass and pick up a favorite. Enjoy cheese and charcuterie while you sip. $$,

EXILE There’s a new bar in town, with nary a television or wing in sight. If you’re craving an expertly crafted cocktail (or a local beer) in a space with style, this will become your go-to spot. Ideal for a predinner stop, an after-work drink, or for a nightcap. Closed Sun–Tues. 9 Anderson

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N E W Juniper Hop on the outdoor elevator at Camperdown Plaza to reach Juniper, the rooftop lounge atop the new AC Hotel.

Expansive views abound, whether you’re sipping cocktails on the “lawn” at the Secret Garden, sharing modern American dishes in the plant-bedecked Greenhouse, or noshing on stone-fired pizza at Fire Box. True to its name, Juniper rolls out a bar program highlighting gin-based libations— complete with a gin trolley for tableside pours. $$-$$$. D. Closed Sun. 315 S Main

St. junipergvl.com

SOUTHERNSIDE BREWING CO. Hop on your bike and pedal over to this new brewery, set right on the Swamp Rabbit Trail, where brewmaster Kenny Driggers turns out the likes of Shook Ones double dryhopped American wheat beer and Chocolate Coconut Porter. A menu of shareables and sandwiches—think Buffalo chicken dip, beer-braised brats, and a bourbon bacon-jam burger—make perfect pairings, while ample outdoor space makes room for picnic tables and lawn games. $$, L (Fri–Sun), D. Closed Mon. 25 Delano Dr, Unit D. (864) 232-2053, southernsidebrewing.com

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Swordfish Cocktail Club The term cocktail club calls to mind a time in history when pre- (and post-) dinner drinks were not only expected but revered among friends for an evening of fun. Swordfish resurrects this perspective in downtown Greenville, with a classic collection of handcrafted cocktails and small plates that are as stunning as they are delectable. $$, D. 220 E Coffee St.

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Quest Brewing Co. Eco-minded Quest satisfies your beer cravings and environmental enthusiasm in a single sip. Grab a pint of QBC’s signature West Coast–style Ellida IPA, packing a punch of flavor, or venture to the dark side with the Kaldi imperial coffee stout (crafted with locally roasted beans). Stop by for an afternoon tour, then follow up with an evening full of food truck fare and live music. Wed–Sat. 55 Airview Dr, Greenville.

N E W Pangaea Brewing Community, quality, and sustainability are at the core of Pangaea Brewing, which sits just off the Prisma Swamp Rabbit Trail, surrounded by what is soon to be Unity Park. Named for the supercontinent that broke apart 175 million years ago to create the continents we know today, Pangaea borrows inspiration and techniques from around the globe to bring you brews that roam from Thai-inspired wheat beer to citrus gose and Kveil pale ale.

$. L, D. Closed Mon. 115 Wellborn St. pangaeabrewing.com

Wed–Sat, 5pm–12am. (864) 434-9519, swordfishcocktails.com

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N E W Taxi House Wines The bright yellow sliver of a building in the Village’s plaza was once the neighborhood taxi stand, hence this curated shop’s moniker, Taxi House Wines. Now, in collaboration with The Anchorage, the vino destination offers more than 80 unique wine selections, chosen from small, familyowned wineries that focus on sustainability.

Closed Sun & Mon. 586 Perry Ave. Tues–Sat, noon–8pm. (864) 207-0685, taxihousewines.com

The Whale Originating in Asheville, this craft joint comes to South Main with a plethora of whale brews—rare and sought-after beers like the exclusive Spreadsheets and Deadlines hazy IPA, brewed just up the mountain in North Carolina. Having a hard time choosing? Knowledgeable staff are on hand to help you find the beer just for you.

1108 S Main St, Ste #116. (864) 263-7529, thewhalegvl.com

CAFÉS Bridge City Coffee A coffee shop with a mission, Bridge City’s

philosophy is all in the name. The local roaster seeks to uphold community values by partnering with area organizations to offer employment opportunities for underresourced teens and adults. The fresh space presents a variety of drinks crafted with in-house roasted beans.

Getting hangry? A selection of treats is also available. $-$$. B, L. Closed Sun. 1520 Wade Hampton Blvd. bridgecity.coffee

Coffee Underground Coffee Underground boasts a wide selection of specialty coffees and dreamy desserts like the peanut butter pie with graham cracker crust and a peanut butter and vanilla mousse. If you’re craving more substantial fare, choose from a splendid breakfast-anytime option, sandwiches, soups, salads, and more. $-$$, B, L, D, SBR. 1 E Coffee St. (864) 2980494, coffeeunderground.info

Cohesive Coffee Take a seat and sip on a drinkable work of art at Cohesive Coffee at The Junction.

Choose from a varied mix of coffee and tea creations to enjoy while working and studying—or book the shop as a unique venue for your next event. From a new coffee drinker to a coffee connoisseur, there’s a little something for everyone. $, B,

L, D. Closed Sunday. 301 Airport Rd Unit 1.

(864) 202-6538, cohesivecoffee.com

Due South Coffee Roasters Birds Fly South Ale Project no longer has a monopoly on cold brews now that Due South has set up shop in Hampton Station. The coffee shop sports a café vibe, with baked goodies like Swamp Fox Doughnuts complementing espresso drinks and cold brew nitro (infused with nitrogen). Beans, sourced from around the globe, are roasted on-site. $, B, L. 1320

Hampton Ave Ext, 4B. (864) 283-6680, duesouthcoffee.com

Grateful Brew A brew joint where you can enjoy both the non-alcoholic and alcoholic varieties, Grateful Brew provides guests with made-to-order Counter Culture espressos, pour-overs, and locally crafted beer. Enjoy food trucks most nights, or bring your own grub. The Brew welcomes every member of the family, even those of the four-legged sort. $, B, L, D. Closed Sunday.

501 S Pleasantburg Dr. (864) 558-0767, gratefulbrewgvl.com

Kuka Juice Created by nutrition mavens Abigail Mitchell and Samantha Shaw, Kuka doles out coldpressed craft with health-minded passion.

Grab the ginger binger juice, or dig into a made-to-order bowl. Paninis, soups, toasts, smoothies, and more are also available. $, B,

L. 580 Perry Ave, Greenville. (864) 905-1214, kukajuice.com

Methodical Coffee Whether it’s the white marble countertops or the gleaming Slayer espresso machine, Methodical is a coffee bar built for taste.

Coffee guru Will Shurtz, designer Marco Suarez, and hotelier David Baker ensure there’s plenty of substance to go with style.

With single-origin espressos, wine varieties, and now a café menu, it’s all worth the rave. $-$$, B, L. 101 N Main St, Ste D; 207 Wade Hampton Blvd; 147 Welborn St. methodicalcoffee.com

Mountain Goat Greenville A destination for brews and bikes,

Mountain Goat proudly serves Methodical Coffee, along with more than 40 types of beer and wine. The sleek, industrial space provides a friendly atmosphere to sip on your beverage of choice, but be sure to check the food truck schedule.

Plus, every purchase helps provide tutoring, mentoring, and job opportunities for at-risk youth in the community.

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$-$$. B, L, Closed Sunday. 120 Shaw St. mountaingoatgvl.com

O-CHA Tea Bar A trip to O-CHA will have you considering tea in an entirely new light. This sleek space, located right on the river in Falls Park, specializes in bubble tea—flavored teas with chewy tapioca pearls. For a more intense cooling experience, try the mochi ice cream.

The dessert combines the chewy Japanese confection (a soft, pounded sticky rice cake) with ice cream fillings in fun flavors: tiramisu, green tea chocolate, mango, and more. $, B, L, D. 300 River St, Ste 122. (864) 283-6702, ochateabaronline.com

Old Europe Located in the West End, Old Europe satisfies your sweet tooth with dozens of decadent pastries and desserts. Éclairs and cookies pair well with an extensive coffee selection, while savory breakfast items are always on hand. Sink into a slice of opera cake, paired with a glass of Champagne. $, B, L, D. 716 S Main St. Sun–Thurs, 8am– 9pm, Fri–Sat, 8am–11pm. (864) 775-0210, oldeuropedesserts.com

The Spatula Café It can be challenging to find a lunch spot that satisfies both meat-lovers and vegans, but Spatula Café does, and then some.

Open for breakfast and lunch, seven days a week, Spatula offers dishes like a tofu scramble wrap alongside a prosciutto bagel, and duck alongside marinated tempeh. Don’t just focus on the meals, though, because their baked goods truly shine. Check out the vegan cinnamon roll, delectable to any type of eater. $, B, L. 118 Smythe St, Greenville. (864) 236-7467, thespatulacafe.com

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Southern Pressed Juicery A healthy-eaters haven, Southern Pressed Juicery offers super-food fans organic smoothies, bowls, juices, and more. Try a power-packed energy bowl like the dragon blood, a hot-pink concoction of dragon fruit, almond milk, banana, layered with buckwheat granola, raw honey, coconut chips, kiwi, and bee pollen. $-$$, B, L. 2 W Washington St. (864) 729-8626, southernpressedjuicery.com

Sun Belly Café Week by week, the full plant-based menu at this westside spot changes to accommodate seasonal dishes and fresh, wholesome ingredients. The wild mushroom pho is all the rage, but if you’re on the go, pick up a tasty $6 vegan salad.

Options for meal prep and family-sized lasagnas mean healthy cooking is always on the table. $-$$, B, L. Closed Sunday.

1409 West Blue Ridge Dr. (404) 309-7791

Swamp Rabbit Café & Grocery Grocery store, neighborhood café.

Local produce, delicious food. These intersections are what make the Swamp Rabbit Café a staple. But new to the operation is wood-fired pizza. Sourcing every ingredient from area vendors, the ever-changing toppings feature local cheeses and fresh-from-the-farm produce.

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lamb kofta. Homemade dressings elevate herbed flavor profiles to new heights. $, L,

Beer taps flow with excellent local suds.

$, B, L, D. 205 Cedar Lane Rd. (864) 2553385, swamprabbitcafe.com

D. 600 S Main St, Unit 101. (864) 412-8199; 5052 Old Buncombe Rd, Ste F. (864) 2032016, parsleyandmint.com

The Village Grind Tucked between art galleries and eclectic shops in the heart of Pendleton Street, The Village Grind is a cheerful, light-filled space for java lovers. Emphasizing community, the coffeehouse brews up beans by a variety of local roasters and serves flaky treats. $, B, L.

Pita House The Pita House has been family-operated since 1989. Inside, it’s bare bones, but the cognoscenti come here for tasty Middle Eastern fare such as hummus, falafel, kibbeh, and shwarma. And save room for baklava and other Mediterranean sweets for dessert. Also, check out the grocery in the back of the restaurant for some homemade inspiration. $, L, D. Closed

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Two Chefs Catering & Café Count on this deli for fast, high-quality food, from homemade soups to a traditional grinder and a turkey melt.

Grab “crafted carryout” entrées and sides, or impress last-minute guests with roasted turkey and Parmesan potatoes.

Choose from the menu, or check back for daily specials. $-$$, B, L, D. Closed Sun.

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Sun. 495 S Pleasantburg Dr, #B. (864) 271-9895, pitahousesc.com

Sacha’s Café Bright walls and a long, inviting bar make a sunny backdrop in which to chow down on authentic Colombian food, like arepas and patacones, at Sacha’s. Hungry groups can order the fiesta platter, a sampler that serves six people. To drink, try one of the natural fruit juices, or the imported cervezas. $, L, D. 1001 N Pleasantburg Dr.

644 N Main St, Ste 107. (864) 370-9336, twochefscafeandmarket.com

Upcountry Provisions Serving up gourmet sandwiches on freshmade bread, Upcountry Provisions is well worth a trip to Travelers Rest for breakfast or an extended lunch break. Snack on the shop’s daily crafted cookies, scones, and muffins, or bite into a devil dog BLT with hormone-free meat on just-baked white focaccia. $, B, L, D. Closed Sundays. 6809

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(864) 232-3232, sachascafe.com

Sushi Go Sushi Go opened across from the Hyatt in 2010, and offers authentic Japanese cuisine along with more westernized versions of favorite dishes. Owner and chef Max Godo of Saitama, Japan, has earned a reputation for the freshest sushi, like the Hot Tonight roll with spicy salmon and jalapeño cream cheese with deepfried spicy tuna on top. The menu also includes a lengthy list of nigiri, traditional rolls, teriyaki, sashimi, udon noodles, and more. A diverse bar menu, with a variety of sake options, will complement any meal or occasion. $$-$$$$, L, D. Closed

State Park Rd, Travelers Rest. (864) 8348433, upcountryprovisions.com

ETHNIC Asada Asada, a brick-and-mortar taqueria on Wade Hampton Boulevard, serves traditional Mission-style fare. Grab a bite of flavor with the grilled sweet potatoes & leeks sopes, a savory vegan dish served on scratch-made sopes topped with homemade charred red peppers and guajillo romesco salsa, and queso fresco for the dairy-inclined. $-$$, L, D. Closed

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Mekong Taste the nuances of fine Vietnamese cuisine at Mekong. Favorites include the grilled pork vermicelli: marinated pork, lettuce, cucumber, bean sprouts, mint, cilantro, peanuts, and crispy shallots, and the spring and summer rolls. Also try the Vietnamese crêpes or negade the pho, which is flavored Re with fresh ef Ch herbs from the restaurant’s home-grown herb garden. $, L, D. Closed Mon. 2013

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Limoncello This latest Larkin’s spot serves up Italian cuisine on the corner of River and Broad streets. The menu ranges from pesto pizzas to chicken marsala to classics like spaghetti and meatballs—but the real winner is an all-Italian wine list. Cap off your meal with the housemade limoncello gelato. $$-$$$, L, D. 401 River St. (864) 263-7000, limoncellogvl.com

Luna Rosa The Luna Rosa family celebrates the concept that community starts in the

kitchen, and they welcome you into theirs for a meal. From cool gelato options— think exotic mango or piña colada—or a warm Monte Cristo. There’s plenty of flavor to fulfill your cravings. $-$$, L, D. Closed Monday. 123 S Main St. (864) 241-4040, lunarosagelato.com

N E W Paloma The wraparound bar of this new restaurant in the chic AC Hotel takes center stage in the stunning space, where glass walls open onto a small covered patio. Charcuterie and cheese boards and Spanish-inspired small plates by Chef Fernando Coppola complement house cocktails such as the Wild Flower, a vibrant coral-colored quaff made with peach vodka, Aperol, and lemon, garnished with edible flowers.

$$-$$$. D. 315 S Main St. (864) 720-2950, palomagvl.com

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THE LAZY GOAT The Lazy Goat’s tapas-style menu is distinctly Mediterranean. Sample from the Graze and Nibble dishes, such as the crispy Brussels sprouts with Manchego shavings and sherry glacé or the famous fried goat cheese with pistachio dust, pepper, and vanilla honey (above). For a unique entrée, try the Duck, Duck Goat flatbread with duck confit, drunken goat cheese, sunny-side-up egg, arugula, caramelized onions, sour cherries, and sour cherry vinaigrette. $$-$$$, L (Fri–Sun), D. 170 River Pl. (864) 679-5299, thelazygoat.com

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Ristorante Bergamo Open since 1986, Ristorante Bergamo focuses on fresh produce and Northern Italian cuisine: fresh mussels sautéed in olive oil, garlic, and white wine, veal with homegrown organic herbs, and pasta creations such as linguine with shrimp and mussels. The bar fronts 14foot windows along Main Street, making it a prime location for enjoying a glass while people-watching. $$$, D. Closed Sun & Mon. 100 N Main St. (864) 2718667, ristorantebergamo.com

Stella’s Southern Brasserie Boasting French flair and fare, this sister to Stella’s Southern Bistro is the second of Jason and Julia Scholz’s eateries.

Stationed in Hollingsworth Park, French staples like blue-black mussel shells with smoked tomato broth, Marsalaspiked onion soup gratinée, and roasted game hen are served up daily in a lively, chic environment. $$-$$$. B, L,

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Spaghetti Westurn Jason Saunders, formerly of Jianna, and his wife, Adrienne Saunders, opened this “semolina saloon” in 2021. The restaurant offers scratch-made pasta in a laid-back setting straight out of an old Western movie. Try the antipasti such as Do You Even Gnocchi? with gnocchi, brisket, tomato, oregano, and Parmesan or the White Lightning, with tagliatelle, mozzarella, crispy bits, artichokes, cream, and grated cheese. Unique takes on dessert—available to go if you’ve eaten too much pasta—include popcorn panna cotta, with popcorn cream, peanut butter, and popcorn

trail mix. $-$$, D. Closed Sun–Tues. 2728 Wade Hampton Blvd. (864) 243-8277, spaghettiwesturngvl.com

PIZZA Coastal Crust Now in the Village of West Greenville, these Neapolitan-style pizza pies are baked in a wood-fired brick oven and topped with local produce from Reedy River Farms. Check out the aptly-named West Village pie, a classic pepperoni pizza punched up with burrata, caramelized onions, sautéed peppers, and sausage.

$$, L, D. 1254 Pendleton St. (843) 654-9606, coastalcrustgreenville.com

D’Allesandro’s Pizza Hailing from Charleston, D’Allesandro’s brings dough heaven to Greenville.

The D’Allesandro brothers’ philosophy is simple—if the pizza is good and the beer is cold, people will come. The shop pushes out pies in the North Main area, where guests can enjoy savory pizzas, calzones, and signature CalJoes. $$, L, D. 17 Mohawk Dr, Greenville. (864) 252-4700, dalspizzagvl.com

Sidewall Pizza Company This pizza joint is a fast favorite with its handcrafted, brick-oven pies made from local ingredients. But their salads are nothing to ignore, not to mention dessert: the homemade ice cream will make you forget about those fellas named Ben & Jerry. $$, L, D. Closed Sun & Mon. 35 S

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World Piece From the owners of downtown’s beloved Coffee Underground, World Piece brings Chicago-style pizza to Stone Avenue.

Offering a line-up of draft beers and menu features like buffalo chicken wings, salads, burgers, french fries, and, of course, savory pies, this pizza joint ensures there’s something for everyone. $-$$. L, D. 109 West Stone Ave, Ste A1.

(864) 568-5221, worldpiecemenu.com

TA C O S Automatic Taco Since 2015, Nick Thomas has delivered new wonders and old favorites from his food truck, treating the tortilla as a work of art. From its new brick-and-mortar spot in The Commons, Auto continues to serve up creative takes on tacos, with standout chips and guacamole, salsa, sides, and cocktails. $-$$, L, D. 147 Welborn St. (404) 372-2266, automatictaco.com

Farmhouse Tacos This TR taco joint is the love child of Mexican cuisine and Southern soul food.

Start the meal with a few small plates—try the fried green tomatoes or the pan-seared crab cakes—then dig into pure taco bliss with the Travelers Rest hot chicken. Go a little lighter with a farm-fresh salad, and end with the campfire s’mores. $-$$, L, D, SBR. 164 S Main St, Travelers Rest. (864) 610-0586, farmhousetacos.com

Papi’s Tacos Jorge “Papi” Baralles brings family tradition and the familiar childhood flavors of Cuautla, Mexico, to this walk-up taqueria on the Reedy River. Get your tacos with shrimp, barbacoa, al pastor, carne asada, carnitas, or chicken and chorizo, then sample some gelato. $, L, D. 300 River St.

(864) 373-7274, eatpapistacos.com

White Duck Taco Shop White Duck sets up shop at Hampton Station in the Water Tower District next to Birds Fly South Ale Project. Try the Bangkok shrimp taco or the mushroom potato with romesco, and pair with their fresh peach sangria or an ale from Birds Fly South’s rotation. $-$$, L, D. Closed Sun & Mon. 1320 Hampton Ave Ext, Ste 12B. whiteducktacoshop.com

Willy Taco Much like its Spartanburg-based sister, Greenville’s Willy Taco is a straight-up Mexican fiesta. Choose from a variety of taco flavors; we suggest the mother clucker—topped off with a margarita. $-$$,

L, D. Closed Mon. 217 Laurens Rd. (864) 412-8700, willytaco.com

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Continue the merriment at Centre Stage’s original holiday rock show.

Rock around the clock to seasonal standards like “Little Saint Nick” and “Jingle Bell Rock,” and just try sitting still to feel-good tunes “1999,” “Vogue,” and “Don’t Stop Believin’.”

The Final Countdown is a great way to keep the holiday spirit alive.

GCCA Main Gallery: Mementos of Life Beyond Death | Thru January 26

Centre Stage, 501 River St, Greenville.

Thurs–Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm. $27-$35.

(864) 233-6733; centrestage.org

S Main St, adjacent to the Courtyard by Marriott, Greenville. Hours vary (core hours: Mon–Fri, 2–9pm; Sat & Sun, 11am–10pm).

Adults, $10; children 3-12, $8.

(864) 467-4355, greenvillesc.gov/ 1654/UCB-Ice-on-Main

Thru Jan 26

GCCA MAIN GALLERY: MEMENTOS OF LIFE BEYOND DEATH In this exhibit, three artists delve into the interconnections between identity and death. Through photographs and prose poetry in Saved: Objects of the Dead, Jody Servon and Lorene Delany-Ullman explore what objects

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ICE ON MAIN Grab the kids, lace up your ice skates (or rent a pair on-site), and hurry down to Greenville’s answer to Rockefeller Center, the winter ice-skating rink on the Village Green (adjacent to the Courtyard by Marriott Greenville Downtown). January will be your last chance this winter to brush up on your camel spins and double axels, and warm up with hot chocolate afterwards.

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once owned by departed individuals reveal about their lives, while the skeletal features in Jessica Burke’s drawings Dressed Up in Bones & Sugar City illustrate the fragility of life. For a deeper dive, come for the ARTalk on January 11 at 6pm.

Greenville Center for Creative Arts, 101 Abney St, Greenville. Tues–Fri, 9am–5pm; Sat, 11am–3pm. Free. (864) 735-3948, artcentergreenville.org

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Thru Jan 30

UNCOVERED: THE KEN BURNS COLLECTION Acclaimed filmmaker and beloved chronicler of American history, Ken Burns has been collecting hand-sewn quilts for more than 40 years, and quilts in his private collection date from the 1850s to the 1940s. The 26 examples currently on display at the Upcountry History Museum reflect Burns’ appreciation for this American artistic medium, which he considers to be “the most authentic expression of who we are as a people.”

Upcountry History Museum—Furman University, 540 Buncombe St, Greenville.

Tues–Sat, 10am–5pm; Sun, 1–5pm. Free with museum admission, $10. (864) 4673100, upcountryhistory.org

Thru Mar 5

VAN GOGH ALIVE Now you can catch this immersive art experience closer to home, as Van Gogh Alive comes to Amherst at Deerpark on the Biltmore Estate.

Fans of the prolific, Dutch-born postImpressionist painter will be inspired by the 3,000 images of Vincent van Gogh’s masterpieces, projected around the room in a multi-sensory experience of light, color, and sound.

Biltmore Estate, 1 Lodge St, Asheville, NC. Daily, hours vary. $91-$151 (admission fee includes a self-guided tour of the house, and access to the grounds, shops, and winery). (800) 411-3812, biltmore.com

Thru Mar 12

THE TOASTY FARMER If you’re missing your favorite summer farmers market, The Toasty Farmer at Brewery 85 will satisfy your cravings throughout the winter with a host of fresh greens and winter veggies, as well as baked goods, crafts, handmade candles, and more.

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Greenville Swamp Rabbits | January 1, 9, 14–16 & 28–30

Brewery 85, 6 Whitlee Ct, Greenville.

Sat, 11am–2pm. (864) 558-0104, brewery85.com

Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N Academy St, Greenville. Fri & Sat, 7:05pm; Sun, 3:05pm. Tickets start at $18.

(864) 241-3800, swamprabbits.com

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HYATT WEDDING FESTIVALS Brides-to-be should make a beeline for the Hyatt downtown to check out the latest wedding trends. Whether

you’re looking for a baker for that multi-tiered cake, a couture shop to furnish a fairy-tale gown, or the picture-perfect reception venue, you can work out all your wedding details at this annual festival. Gift cards, prize giveaways, and wedding workshops are just icing on the cake.

Hyatt Regency, 220 N Main St, Greenville.

Sun, 1–4pm. $10. (864) 235-5555, weddingfestivals.com

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GREENVILLE SWAMP RABBITS Calling all hockey fans: kick off the new year by catching all the ECHL ice action as the Greenville Swamp Rabbits hop to it in 2022.

Cheer for the Swamp Rabbits at the seven games they play on their home ice this month, taking on the Orlando Solar Bears (Jan 1), the Atlanta Gladiators (Jan 9), the Florida Everblades (Jan 14–15 & 28–30), and the South Carolina Stingrays (Jan 16).

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Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville.

Tues–Thurs, 7:30pm; Fri, 8pm; Sat, 2pm & 8pm; Sun, 1pm & 6:30pm. $35-$95.

(864) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

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FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY CRAWL It’s that time again—time to scratch that fine-art itch with after-hours visits to area art studios and galleries. With more than 35 venues to choose from around Greenville, there’s bound to be something that catches your eye.

From oil and watercolor to gems and clay, the range of media suits just about every interest. Come out and mingle with your favorite artists and meet some new ones while you’re at it.

Various locations in Greenville. Fri, 6–9pm.

Free. greenvillearts.com/first-fridays

Pr ma Health Prisma Health is proud to partner with over 150 nonprofits to improve the health and well-being of our Upstate and Midlands communities Our support of Harvest Hope and the Christmas Giving Program helps provide over 50,000 meals annually and nutritional food baskets for needy elderly during the holidays. Our efforts on behalf of Ronald McDonald House help provide temporary housing for families with children in our NICU. We partner with Ending the Silence — to help teachers and parents aid children in crisis — and with Habitat for Humanity to provide families access to stable housing, helping alleviate homelessness and improve mental health outcomes, high school graduation rates and earning potential. What’s more, our support of the YMCA has resulted in millions of dollars to drive youth development and help empower families in our communities to achieve their highest potential.

crisis phone lines and employment efforts — and the Mental Illness Recovery Center to create housing for those at risk of mental illness and homelessness.

We are a founding supporter of Perinatal Awareness for Successful Outcomes, which provides pregnancy education and improved outcomes for moms and babies; and the Bradshaw Institute for Community Child Health & Advocacy, part of Prisma Health Children’s Hospital, is increasing access to healthcare for children and families.

With more investments in so many vital nonprofit efforts, we’re doing even more to help you be your healthiest you.

Prisma Health helped secure a $5 million grant for SC Cares and works closely with the National Alliance on Mental Illness — funding peer support groups,

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ERMA BOMBECK: AT WIT ’S END This one-woman show brings to the stage the wit and wisdom of the late humorist Erma Bombeck, who once wondered: “If life is like a bowl of cherries, what am I doing in the pits?” Famous for this and other witticisms that appeared in her syndicated column “At Wit’s End,” Bombeck echoed the frustrations of a generation of women.

Greenville Theatre, 444 College St, Greenville. Tues–Thurs, 7:30pm; Fri, 8pm; Sat 2pm & 8pm; Sun, 3pm. $30.

(864) 233-6238, greenvilletheatre.org

Kansas—The Band | January 14

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RESTAURANT WEEK SC After all the holiday hustle and bustle, perhaps you’re thinking you can’t afford to go out for dinner this month.

Think again, as Restaurant Week is one of the best deals on meals around.

During this eleven-day period, more than 50 Upstate restaurants offer multi-course meals for a set discounted price, giving you the chance to try some of those new eateries on your list without breaking the piggy bank.

Jan 14

KANSAS—THE BAND Since releasing their first album in 1974, this garage band from Topeka has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide. Known for songs like the quadruple-Platinum single “Carry On Wayward Son” and the triple-Platinum “Dust in the Wind,” Kansas will be in Spartanburg for a one-night stand at Memorial Auditorium, where concert goers will hear cuts from the band’s 2020 album, The Absence of Presence, which debuted at #10 on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums chart.

Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium, 385 N Church St, Spartanburg. Fri, 7:30pm. Tickets start at $99. (864) 582-8107, spartanburg. auditoriumsc.org

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PLANT-POWERED COOKING CLASS Feeling guilty for overindulging during the holidays? Get back on track with this affordable demonstration class, where healthy plant-based meals take center stage. Re-imagine some of your favorite dishes as plant-based options . . . and don’t think that “healthy” means tasteless. These dishes—

which you’ll have the opportunity to sample—are both easy to make and bursting with flavor.

Truist Culinary and Hospitality Innovation Center, 556 Perry Ave, Ste B114, Greenville.

Fri, 6–8pm. $39. (864) 250-8800, chigreenville.com/recreational-classes.html

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Jan 15

THE GREENVILLE NEWS RUN DOWNTOWN 5K One of South Carolina’s oldest, largest, and most popular 5K runs, The Greenville News Run Downtown celebrates its 43rd year in January.

Lace up your running shoes and join the other runners and walkers in this approachable race, presented by The Greenville News and the Greenville Track Club. After all those indulgent meals over the holidays, you’ll be glad you did.

Downtown Greenville. Sat, 8–10am. $35. runsignup.com/Race/Events/SC/Greenville/ RunDowntown

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THE LOTUS PARADOX This month the Warehouse Theatre stages the world premiere of Dorothy Fortenberry’s play, The Lotus Paradox. A commission from Yale Repertory Theater, the new work tells the tale of famous children’s novelist Nora Tennant and her

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A MIDSUMMER NIGHT ’S DREAM If music can soothe the savage beast, it can certainly calm your jangled nerves after the flurry of activity and entertaining that is the holidays.

Carolyn Kuan is the guest conductor for this Greenville Symphony Orchestra program, which spans the centuries from Felix Mendelssohn’s Op. 61 for A Midsummer Night’s Dream (1842), Symphony No. 3 by Jean Sibelius (1907), and Clarice Assad’s Suite for Lower Strings (2009).

Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville.

Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm. $19-$78.

(864) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

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PBR’S PENDLETON WHISKY VELOCITY TOUR It’s man versus beast in the arena when the Professional Bull Riders (PBRs) Whiskey Velocity Tour returns

Bon Secours Wellness Arena.

650 N Academy St, Greenville.

Sat, 7pm. $15-$105. (864) 241-3800, bonsecoursarena.com

Jan 27

LUNCH & LIT: FIONA DAVIS Brighten up your midday break with a three-course lunch at Soby’s in the company of New York Times bestselling author Fiona Davis. Davis will discuss her most recent book, The Magnolia Palace, a story of betrayal and murder set in an iconic New York building—like her other six historical novels (i.e., The Address, The Lions of Fifth Avenue). Tickets include a copy of the book, which Davis will be available to sign.

Soby’s, 207 S Main St, Greenville.

Thurs, noon. $45. (864) 603-2412, mjudsonbooks.com

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UPSTATE SC BOAT SHOW Answer the siren call of the Upstate’s waterways at the 52nd annual Upstate

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The Warehouse Theatre, 37 Augusta St, Greenville. Thurs–Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm.

General admission, $35; reserved seats, $40. (864) 235-6948, warehousetheatre.com

to Greenville for one night only. You’ll be on the edge of your seat, watching the live action as some of the world’s best PBRs pit their riding skills against the baddest bulls around.

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efforts to balance her career and her relationship with her two children as she contemplates adding a fourth title to her trilogy, The Lotus Paradox.

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Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Dr, Greenville. Thurs–Fri, noon–9pm; Sat, 10am–9pm; Sun, noon–6pm. Adults, $7; seniors (65+), $6; students (8-16), $6.

(864) 233-2562, upstatescboatshow.com

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With 11 movie credits, a lead role on Broadway in Annie Get Your Gun, and a list of music awards too numerous to cite here, Reba recently released a three-part box set, Revived Remixed Revisited. On stage at The Well, she puts a new spin on some of her biggest hits.

Jan 31

HARRY CONNICK JR. Jazz musician, composer, and film and television actor Harry Connick Jr. took to playing piano and singing at the tender age of five. Over the past three decades, he has won Grammy and Emmy awards for his achievements in the music and TV industries, as well as Tony nominations for his work on Broadway. An evening spent listening to this beloved crooner is an evening you won’t soon forget.

Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville.

Mon, 7:30pm. $55-$125. (865) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

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OPEN DOORS GREEN V ILLE COUNT Y MUSEUM OF A RT’S FIRST POSTRENOVATION EXHIBIT SPOTLIGHTS 180 YEA RS OF A FR ICA N-A MER ICA N A RT Paintings by Charleston Renaissance artists William H. Johnson (left), Edwin and Elise Harleston, and Joseph Delaney number among the masterworks featured at the GCMA’s new exhibit of AfricanAmerican art.

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