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C urious the things that sneak up this time of year—gift lists, party planning, laundry, the December issue . . . Surely, by now, I’d have a system in place, an alarm in July to say, hey, it may be a good idea to plan well ahead this year, save the frenzy for someone else.

But one thing I’ve come to know: I happen to love the end-of-year madness. And I’d wager that a vast number of us choose to wait until

now to make the magic happen. It’s the uniqueness of only this season (really, this month) that I don’t want to give up. I don’t want to engineer Christmas in July— I want it now, a few jam-packed weeks of people, presents, celebrations, and, of course, food.

Perhaps we don’t stop to realize, in the midst of clanging pans and oven doors, that we celebrate food during this time, probably more than any other. During the holidays, food isn’t merely a pit stop or side player—it is the main event, swaddling tradition in every turkey, igniting memory in every casserole. We have an anytime ticket to our past, simply by way of flavor, by dishes that represent our families and cultures. Food is a celebration of time, of life.

In the Upstate, we’re lucky to embrace a swath of ethnic families who share their cultures via food. Jac Chebatoris brings us closer to these spots in “Community Table,” page 82. In “Grain of Life,” Lydia Dishman writes of her Sicilian father’s love of Southern grits, and how the appreciation for food and cooking can bond a family and transcend borders (page 79). And Steven Tingle offers up a drink list fit for the young and young-at-heart (“Naughty & Nice,” page 92).

Food is the ultimate symbol. We can feel through food and be healed by it. In a way, it’s the ultimate gesture of love. No matter our cultural distinctions, it’s universal. It can be shared with everyone, even animals. Plants. Every earthly thing shares this experience.

And during this season when our senses are heightened to time, there may be no better way to unwind than around the table.

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zBALLET SPARTANBURG: THE NUTCRACKERJoin Clara and the Nutcracker on their journey to the Land of Sweets. This holiday tradition will be performed by the students of Ballet Spartanburg’s Dance Center and will feature the largest Christmas tree to ever grace the stage of Twichell Auditorium.

Twichell Auditorium, Converse College, 580 E Main St, Spartanburg. Fri, Dec 7, 7pm; Sat–Sun, Dec 8–9, 3pm. Adults, $32; Seniors, $26; Students, $20. (864) 596-9725, balletspartanburg.com

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SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS PAST FESTIVALBring the whole family to Fountain Inn for an evening of holiday-themed fun. Enjoy a tour of Fountain Inn’s beautiful Christmas lights from a horse-drawn carriage, shop for gifts, and strap on your ice skates for the skating rink. There will also be a Christmas Parade on Dec 5 to kick off the festival. Downtown Fountain Inn. Thurs–Sun, Dec 6–9 & 13–16, 5:30–9:30pm. Adults, $7; Children, $5. (864) 862-2586, fountaininnchamber.org

HOLIDAY EARTH MARKETThe creeping winter chill is no reason not to have “Good, Clean, and Fair” produce. Slow Food Upstate is holding its Holiday Earth Market and will feature winter produce, including broccoli and kale, as well as three special breeds of beef cattle. Slow Food books on cooking and gardening will also be available. Michael McDunn Gallery, 741 Rutherford Rd, Greenville. Sat, Dec 15, 10am–1pm. Free. slowfoodupstate.com

HOLIDAY AT PEACEThe holidays don’t feel like the holidays without music, and that’s what Holiday at Peace is out to fix. The GSO returns to the stage with vocalist Steve Lippia and selections from his show A Simply Sinatra Christmas. Crowd favorites and Christmas classics are sure to put the finishing touches on that holiday feeling. Conducted by Maestro Edvard Tchivzhel.

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THE SANTA RUNJoin the Greenville Track Club for its final run of the year. This twilight, 5-mile fun run goes through Falls and Cleveland parks. Costumes are encouraged, especially those that light up, and runners have their choice of water, Gatorade, or eggnog while running. Proceeds benefit the Kroc Center Scholarship Fund. Greenville County Square, 301 University Ridge, Greenville. Sat, Dec 22, 5:30pm. Before Dec 16, $20; Event day, $30. greenvillesantarun.com

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MARY POPPINSMary Poppins is coming to town in this hit Broadway musical. This stage performance of the Disney movie is fun, cheery, and absolutely unforgettable. Sing along with your friends and family as the magical nanny teaches the Banks children a thing or two.

The Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville. Tues–Sun, Dec 11–16, times vary. $30-$85. (864) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

CAROLINA BRONZE HANDBELL CHOIRThe Upstate’s premier handbell ensemble will be performing at the Greenville County Museum of Art for a holiday installment of the museum’s Music in the Galleries program. Let Christmas standards such as “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” and “Do You Hear What I Hear?” resonate in a unique holiday concert.

Greenville County Museum of Art, 420 College St. Sun, Dec 2, 2pm. Free. (864) 271-7570, greenvillemuseum.org

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Join a tradition of storytelling at the Carl Sandburg Home. Musicians, authors, hot cider, and cookies make this celebration a homey, heartwarming event. Visitors are encouraged to participate in the storytelling and sing-alongs.

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ART WALK zGo on a self-guided walking tour of Spartanburg’s art galleries. Maps are provided at each of the 10 galleries, including the Spartanburg Art Museum, Gallery 155, and the West Main Artists Cooperative. This tour of Spartanburg’s visual arts scene takes place on the third Thursday of every month.

Locations vary, Spartanburg. Thurs, Dec 20, 5–9pm. Free. (864) 764-9568, visitspartanburg.com

HOLIDAY MCGALAzDon’t be a Scrooge—ring in the holidays by supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas. This black-tie event will begin with a silent auction, Champagne, and appetizers before a formal dinner. The evening will conclude with a live auction and music by The Mighty Kicks.

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THE SANTALAND DIARIES & SEASON’S GREETINGSzAs this irreverent double-feature shows, the holidays don’t have to be blissfully perfect. Get a peek at the life of a shopping-mall elf and Santa in The Santaland Diaries and an outrageous depiction of a dysfunctional extended family’s Christmas newsletter in Season’s Greetings. Both shorts are written by David Sedaris.

The Warehouse Theatre, 37 Augusta St, Greenville. Dec 7–29. Thurs–Fri, 8:30pm; Sat–Sun, 8pm. $30. (864) 235-6948, warehousetheatre.com

GLOW NEW YEAR’S GALAzSupport your local opera company and indulge in a little end-of-the-year revelry. An open bar, dessert buffet, and silent and live auctions are just a few things on the agenda. A concert by cabaret artist Andrea Leap with GLOW singers and jazz-fusion band InnFusion will keep the party going into 2013.

Centre Stage Theatre, 501 River St, Greenville. Mon, Dec 31, 9pm–1am. $100; $180 per couple. (864) 558-4569, greenvillelightoperaworks.com

CHRISTMAS DAY BRUNCHzIf you’re exhausted from tearing open presents, head to the Hilton Greenville and relax over a sensational brunch. Get a good taste of the season with dishes like the cinnamon-scented squash bisque, slow-roasted turkey breast, and sweet potato soufflé. Reservations are highly encouraged.

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The Metropolitan Arts Council welcomed about 450 artists, friends, donors, and sponsors to the opening of the exhibit “Fair and Square.” The exhibit features one work in a square 12”x12” format from each of the 140 local artists participating in Greenville Open Studios. Guests enjoyed a buffet, music, and a chance to pick the brains of the artists whose works are on display.


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The Upstate’s jet set came out to Stevens Aviation Hangar 1 to celebrate GSP International Airport’s 50th anniversary. Guests at this 1950s-themed bash mingled and sipped cocktails to the tunes of The Flashbacks. Notable guests at the event included Congressman Trey Gowdy, Greer mayor Rick Danner, and GSP president and CEO Dave Edwards.


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Polo ClassicOctober 21, 2012

Attendees at the first-annual Polo Classic enjoyed a mix between the Old World and new science. The 2,000-year-old game was played at Hopkins Historic Farm, and proceeds from the event will benefit the Greenville Hospital System’s Neurological Institute. In addition to the thrill of the match, spectators enjoyed a Champagne luncheon with polo players and event sponsors.


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Halloween revelers who weren’t ready to call it a night after CBT’s performance of Ghosts luckily had Tim McKinney on their side. McKinney was happy to oblige the festive soiree, hosted at his residence. CBT dancers and live music rounded out an evening of free-flowing drinks, tasty tidbits, and costumes both naughty and nice.


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The 50th wedding anniversary party for Dalton’s grandparents turned into a celebration of another sort: after talking about his grandparents’ influence, Dalton proposed to Kelsey, saying that he could only dream of their own 50th anniversary. The couple, sweethearts since their sophomore year of high school, was married at Lindsey Plantation in a casual ceremony that featured cowboy boots and Mason jars. Kelsey’s father, a pastor, had the dual honor of walking his daughter down the aisle and officiating the ceremony. Both Kelsey and Dalton are currently seniors at North Greenville University and plan to teach in Greenville County after graduating. PHOTOGRAPH BY RON ANDERSON /

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A ring and a proposal were the last things Jessica expected when Kyle suggested that they check

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in fact be more relevant and challenging to us now. Inspired by both the symbolic implications and visual impact of light, Jacki Newell’s still life paintings invite the viewer to experience peaceful simplicity. Whether in still life, landscapes, or street scenes of downtown Greenville, Newell’s work combines a rich color palette, the buttery quality of thick oil paint, and her talent for capturing the visual effects of light. When asked about her attraction to light, the artist explains, “I love the glow and the contrasts it creates. Also, I am a strong believer in Jesus, and he is considered the light of the world. There’s a connection when I see something so beautifully lit—I just always think of him.”

As a “horse crazy” girl growing up in Nebraska, the artist was constantly drawing pictures of her equine muses, and this prompted her parents to arrange weekly art lessons with a family friend who lived in the neighborhood. Over the years, Newell has honed her talent by devouring as many art books, magazines, and online resources as possible. “During my lunch breaks when I was working for a school in Omaha, I would lock my door, turn off my light, and read an online artist forum while eating my soup and taking notes. I was learning so much,” she says.

Even while working and raising two daughters, Newell always found time to paint. But after moving to South Carolina with her husband, the artist has finally been able to concentrate on her art full-time. With her own space in White Whale Studios, Newell has enjoyed becoming a member of Greenville’s friendly and talented arts community. Taking advantage of the opportunities to participate in First Fridays, Artisphere, Art in the Park, and Open Studios has led to her first profitable year as an artist.

One of the greatest gifts of being an artist is having the ability to see and communicate the beauty of ordinary objects. But with this gift comes the need to be ready to act upon inspiration when it strikes. Newell shares, “When I was having a bowl of Cheerios for breakfast one day, I just had to stop eating so I could take it into my studio. I was compelled to paint that morning light hitting the shiny red bowl.”

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Afternoon tea, debutante parties, special-event dinners. A typical week for Emile Labrousse, executive chef at Greenville’s venerable Poinsett Club, can entail planning and

preparing literally thousands of meals. So how’s a guy to relax? When this chef has a day off, he heads for the Green River near Saluda to indulge his other passion: fly fishing. A day spent fly fishing is, he says, “a Zen moment that lasts seven days.” Labrousse started to fish—and to cook—as a young boy in Périgueux, in southwestern France. “Growing up, my living room was the outdoors,” recalls the chef. “I would forage for mushrooms in the woods and ride 30 miles outside town on my little red bike to fish in the Dordogne River.”

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Alchemy Books and Café exudes the easy familiarity of a best friend’s living room—a very literate best friend. To the left: a pair of high-backed, green-velvet armchairs and a deep leather couch. To the right: hardwood dining tables and matching

chairs, a four-seat bar, and an open kitchen. Not to mention the books—crammed on, under, and around the shelves that populate the shop. But while the space is quiet, it’s not the stifling silence of a library: cheerful chatter flows freely between the kitchen and shop.

This intimate hangout is the vision of owners Ryan and Brenda Malone. The husband and wife team share a love of books, and list science fiction classics by Isaac Asimov among their favorites. “He saw himself retiring to a little cabin in Montana and writing science fiction,” Brenda recalls. Ryan has another link to the literary world: his sister Gina owns The Village Book Shoppe in Tryon, North Carolina.

So when the corporate grind became too much, he handed in his resignation. However, things didn’t go quite as planned, and Ryan kept

his day job. But it’s not all bad. As Brenda, an optimistic “fly-by-the-seat-of-her-pants-hippie-type,” points out, “It’s nice to be surrounded by what you love.” Ryan lends an extra set of hands to help with the baking. Brenda jokes, “He’s my Keebler elf.”

As comfortable as the space feels, there is a definite undercurrent of well-intentioned rebelliousness that starts with the store’s name. The most basic definition of the word alchemy is the art of transforming one substance into another, and transformation is the goal of Brenda and Ryan. “The food, the atmosphere, the diversity in here—on every level, we’d hope there’d be an alchemical experience. We want to get away from that dollar menu.”

The shelves feature more new-age philosophy and science fiction fantasy than Danielle Steele, and the menu is predominantly farm-fresh, locally sourced, and vegetarian. It is an approach that the owners hope will draw inquisitive minds to become more aware of alternatives.

Since opening in June, Alchemy Books and Café has cultivated a diverse community of supporters, including the biker set. Brenda recalls a “tall guy on a Harley, straight out of Mad Max, covered in tattoos” who regularly visited the shop and bought her classic Hemingways and Kerouacs, often without uttering a single word. When Brenda confronted him about him buying up her stock of classics, the shy biker, flush with embarrassment, offered this in his defense: “This is probably the best use of the space I’ve seen, and I’ve lived here for 30 years.”

Witches’ Brew: Alchemy Books and Café, 420 S Main St, Anderson. (864) 642-1572 alchemybooksandcafe.comTues–Wed, 10am–2pm; Thurs–Sat, 10am–8pm

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Diamonds are forever, but try and ride a diamond across country! Get or give the gift that keeps on giving, for yourself or for that special someone.

This holiday season stop by our dealership and check out the great bikes and the great incentives that BMW has to offer. 2012 model bikes are priced to sell, leaving money for the rest of your holiday shopping.

Happy Holidays and New Year from all of us at Touring Sport!

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The Cove by Ron Rash, $15. “Ron is one of the Upstate’s favorite authors. His new book brings us the haunting character of Laurel, a beacon of light in the darkness of the cove, and a world confronting the tragedies of world war for the first time.”

ill Hendrix’s love of books has led her from New York’s publishing industry back to Greenville where she owns independent bookstore Fiction Addiction. Here are her picks for when

you’d rather stay in with a glass of wine than brave the outdoor chill.

The End of Your Life Book Club by Will Schwalbe, $25.

“Will’s memoir about his dynamo of a mother and their shared love of books

and the power of great literature is a touching but ultimately uplifting read.”

How I Came to Sparkle Again by Kaya McLaren, $25.

“Set in the fictional Colorado ski town of Sparkle, this is a fun, quirky ‘snow read.’”

The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey, $15. “Set in Alaska in the 1920s, this magical retelling of a Russian fairy tale is a debut novel by a writer to watch.”

The Weight of Mercy by Deb Richardson-Moore, $14. “Deb’s memoir of her first years as pastor of Triune Mercy Center, Greenville’s ministry to the homeless, is a great read for those wishing to reflect on the meaning of the season or looking for an inspiring New Year’s resolution.”

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For a group dressed in black, the women of the Greenville Chamber Singers have voices rich with color. The all-female choral ensemble started making

melodies back in 1996, and this month they’ll be harmonizing reds and greens once again at their annual December concert.

At their start 16 years ago, the Chamber Singers, originally the St. Giles Singers, made it their mission to be accessible to the Greenville community.

“We wanted to help others and sing to others,” says Sarah Kellar, a charter member who, along with her sister, has been with the group for 15 years.

Every season the Singers make a point not just to perform at local high-profile venues like Artisphere or the Biltmore House, but to sing at adult-care facilities, children’s homes, local churches, and even weddings. The best part: almost all of their concerts are free of charge.

“We’ve been an official nonprofit for about 3 years now,” says Kellar. The Singers accept donations; otherwise, the group runs on member fees. “In this economy, we feel really wonderful that we have survived—better than that, we are something for even the next generation to appreciate,” says Kellar.

With members ranging from age 25 to 70, the Singers are definitely crossing generational barriers. But their diversity isn’t just there. The group’s level of experience ranges from having sung in high school chorus to being classically trained choir directors. They have varied backgrounds—but whether they are from Greenville, Chicago, or Prague, or work around the home, the hospital, or a senator’s office, their differences don’t put a kink in their harmonies. “It’s a sisterhood, which is a rare thing to find,” says Soprano I section leader Jessica Blake.

Now at 35 members, the Chamber Singers have grown from their original 11, and are still looking for new recruits. Auditions are held twice a year, first in January and again in August. To try out, you must submit an application on their Web site and prepare an a capella solo. High school students can also be a part of the Chamber Singers through a new mentoring program. Students can apply online, audition, and be assigned a member who will serve as their personal mentor and singing coach.

This year the Chamber Singers will once again have their winter performance, “Carols by Candlelight,” on December 5 at John Knox Presbyterian Church at 6:30 p.m. A celebration of carols from many different cultures and countries, the concert will have a mix of music both secular and sacred—but altogether soulful.

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High NotesThe Greenville Chamber Singers raise their voices for a Christmas concert

Treble Makers: The Greenville Chamber Singers will perform their Christmas concert at John Knox Presbyterian Church, December 5, at 6:30 p.m. To submit an audition or mentor application, go to greenvillechambersingers.org. Auditions will be held January 28.

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Have you ever heard of Beautiful Denial, South Carolina? It’s a wonderful place to live. There are no drugs, no gangs, no violence. In Beautiful Denial, high school kids don’t hide

handguns under the seats of their cars. Nor do middle schoolers rummage through their parents’ medicine cabinets looking for Vicodin or slink around convenience stores hoping to score a “40.”

In Beautiful Denial, rolling papers are for cigarettes and bloodshot eyes are blamed on insomnia. It’s a place where everyone is good and genuine and trustworthy. That high school dropout who gave your son a new pair of basketball shoes isn’t a gang recruiter, he’s just a charitable friend. The slumber party your daughter is attending tonight, of course the parents will be home, and there’s absolutely no chance alcohol will make an appearance. And that backpack Junior won’t let out of his sight, don’t worry, it contains nothing more harmful than unfinished homework.

In Beautiful Denial, kids are not influenced by what they see in the media. They don’t look up to intoxicated reality stars or drug-riddled musicians. They’re not vulnerable or deceitful. They don’t have fake IDs or secret hiding places. They aren’t confronted with choices that could put them in the back of a police car or on a slab at the morgue. They don’t need drug or alcohol or gang education because those problems don’t exist in Beautiful Denial. Those are reserved exclusively for that other place, located far away, called reality.

The Greenville Family Partnership and its executive director Carol Reeves fight the dangers of Beautiful Denial every day. Reeves has been with the organization since 1984 and is concerned by the increased proliferation and acceptance of drug use. “Attitudes have changed,” says Reeves. “Kindergartners are put on drugs to help them sit still, college kids are taking Adderall and other amphetamines to help them study, chasing them with coffee or Red Bull. And parents say, ‘What’s wrong with that? ’”

Reeves says the softening attitudes toward drug and alcohol use, especially in regard to children, only complicates the work of the GFP. “Now, the whole culture is more about drugs,” says Reeves, “about tuning out and not feeling any pain. I get many parents who say ‘Well, if my kid is just drinking, I don’t have a

Choose Wisely: For GFP executive director Carol Reeves, educating young children and their parents is a necessity when faced with the realities of gangs, drugs, and youth alcohol abuse.

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problem’ or ‘If they’re just using marijuana, we’re going to be OK’ or ‘Everybody’s doing it, it’s a rite of passage.’ But that just increases the problem.”

The problem Reeves is referring to is real. Drugs, gangs, youth alcohol abuse, they’re right here in the Upstate, no matter what the last two numbers in your zip code happen to be. And to fight it requires reaching out to kids at younger and younger ages. “If I’d have said in 1990 that we need to be working with third, fourth, and fifth graders, they would have thought I was crazy,” says Reeves. “The original focus was to work with high schools. Now we work in day care and pre-schools.”

The Greenville Family Partnership is a parent-based organization with a diverse twenty-eight-member board. “We sit at the table as parents,” says Reeves. This is because the GFP understands parents are still the biggest influencers of their kids, despite the rabbit hole of today’s increased virtual connections, which many parents substitute for real interaction. “We’ve become technology parents,” says Reeves. “Kids are being raised by text messages. It might be very convenient, but kids are still kids and need human touch, eye contact, a hug now and then.” To combat this trend, the GFP holds parenting classes on topics such as communication skills, family management, positive discipline, and nutrition and health. “Our evenings and Saturdays are spent on parenting programs,” says Reeves, “and our weekdays are spent supporting, or working with

another organization or school, to deliver some kind of education to staff or kids.”

One of the most effective methods of the GFP’s youth education initiative is its use of storybooks, all of which have been produced by the organization, including The Red Ribbon, which tells the story of the GFP’s coalition. “It never says the word drugs,” says


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The Partnership’s latest book is called Brothers and tells the story of two German Shepherds, Milo and Prince, whose peaceful lives are disrupted when Prince decides to join a pack of authority-rejecting strays. The goal of the book is to get kids and parents talking about choices and the serious consequences that can occur by joining the wrong crowd. The book was written by local novelist C. Michael Forsythe and illustrated by Denzel Harrison, a senior at The Fine Arts Center and Wade Hampton High School.

Reeves says some parents are reluctant to share the book with their children due to the story’s violent undertones: Prince gets into a nasty fight and is later wounded by a gunshot while mistaken for a stray. The reluctance comes from that place known as Beautiful Denial. “Some parents say to me, ‘Oh, this is rough, do the dogs have to get into a fight?” says Reeves. “But this is reality, we don’t have a beautiful, perfect picture out there. It’s a discussion that every parent should have with their children.Happy Endings:

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Cat Ayre is not a cook. Or a baker, for that matter. In fact, it’s been four years since a small act of kindness grew into a thriving specialty cheesecakes business—but the

athlete-turned-sportswriter-turned-soldier-turned-safety officer is still surprised by how far a little chocolate has taken her.

“When you’re good at something,” Cat explains, “you follow it.” After 20 years of serving in the military and private security, she knows how to trust her intuition. So when a shared slice of mediocre cheesecake and a friend going through a hard time prompted Cat to try her hand at a better cheesecake, she set to work. And when that same cheesecake fresh from the oven seemed “boring,” Cat obeyed another curious impulse to dress it up with a decadent shell of chocolate.

As fate would have it, the friend wasn’t at the lunch group when Cat delivered her cheesecake—but the rest of the women had no qualms about sampling it in her stead. In just a few bites, Cat’s cheesecake gained a crowd of raving fans. Bolstered and a little shocked by the cake’s unusual success, Cat left lunch with one irresistible urge: to do it again. “I didn’t even know what a springform pan was until I made that cheesecake,” Cat laughs.

Officially, Cat’s specialty cheesecakes began in March 2008 as a sweet gift to cheer up a friend. But the passion fueling her drive to bake came from a much deeper relationship: a long-held love for chocolate. As a military and security first-responder, Cat tackled crisis situations every day. To escape the pressure of her high-stakes job, she turned to chocolate. “It was my way out,” she says. Cat fell hard for chocolate, sampling all she could and cultivating her palate. When March 2008 rolled around, covering her first cheesecake in dark chocolate was both a flash of genius and, somehow, the most logical step she could have taken. “Good things come out of crisis,” she says.

Armed with the encouragement of her friends and a fierce streak of creativity, Cat began inventing new cheesecake flavors whenever the occasion called for it. If an occasion didn’t exist, she invented that, too. Word spread, as it does when good food is involved, and before Cat could even give her business an official name, her fans did. Strangers began approaching her, always with one question: “Aren’t you the cheesecake lady?”

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Four years and 42 flavors later, Cat isn’t even close to running out of ideas. Her cheesecakes stand out, first for her signature chocolate topping (who can resist a slice of cheesecake, much less one smothered in dark chocolate) and then for her fearless flavor combinations. Like most artists, Cat draws inspiration from life, from the people, friendships, and colors that make up the pattern of every day.

Every cheesecake has a different story—just ask Cat. Some of these cheesecake stories are lighthearted and sweet, like the popular “4-Nut,” which was inspired by the individual personalities of Cat’s original supporters and christened on

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the first anniversary of the business. She piled crushed cashews, almonds, and pecans on top of a coconut cheesecake, explaining, “We’re all a little nutty in our own way.”

Other cheesecakes are bittersweet, a dessert to be eaten slowly and savored fully. When tragedy strikes, Cat turns to her kitchen, where she has pinned a hastily scrawled reminder that reads “a taste of hope in every bite.” Her solution for sadness is to make cheesecake, assembling ingredients and combining flavors in what often becomes a unique tribute. There is her “Black” cheesecake (dark chocolate, fudge, and extra dark chocolate), served in remembrance of September 11, or her “Triple Blonde” cheesecake (vanilla, white chocolate, vanilla cookie crust), which honors the memory of a close cousin Cat lost several years ago. Of course, most customers wholeheartedly enjoy one of these cheesecakes without ever knowing its backstory, but for Cat, their joy in tasting is precisely why making cheesecake is therapeutic.

Cat’s cheesecakes are crafted with a regimented consistency and attention that could only come from her long military career. Details matter. Rhythm matters. Consequently, every cheesecake begins the same way, with simple, fresh ingredients. Flavors are baked right into her cheesecake, rather than merely topping it. The cheesecake is then finished with her signature chocolate

Scattered, Smothered, Covered: The Cheesecake Lady relies on simple, fresh ingredients to make more than 40 types of cheesecakes. Of course, a decadent layer of chocolate glazing doesn’t hurt.


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layer, garnished, and delivered. The final result is a decadent, almost dense slice that demands your full attention.

Four years ago, Cat could not have imagined that she would spend her days in a kitchen, creating made-to-order cheesecakes. But if her years of military training taught her anything, it’s this: we never know what’s coming around the corner. And sometimes, it turns out to be sweet.

Find The Cheesecake Lady on Facebook. Cakes: $20 (4 slices, minimum order); $30 (1/2 cake); $60 (whole cake). To order, (864) 525-6164, [email protected]

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E ver hear the one about the baker who didn’t eat sweets? You have now: Connie Jud opened The Bakery Off Augusta (known as the Swiss bakery to

most in the 29605 zip code) about two years ago, but says she has eaten a piece of cake “maybe once in her life.”

The native of Benken, Switzerland, has lived in Greenville for the past 22 years, where she and her longtime friend and “partner in crime,” Tom Hohman, a former pastry chef at the Cliffs of Glassy, must dwell in a constant state of olfactory heaven—the smells that emanate from within the cozy house with shutters and a red Swiss cross are

nothing short of delicious. It’s a treat for the eyes, as well: two large deli cases are filled with glistening lemon squares, cakes, fruit puff pastries, breads, and quiches, just for starts. The countertop houses baskets of jalapeño cheese rolls, pretzels (in Switzerland the laugenbrötchen are salami-stuffed pretzels, which sometimes Jud will make for catered orders), or apple-caramel bundts topped with a pillow of caramel-sauce-drizzled buttercream. On Saturdays, sweet potato country ham biscuits and buttermilk and sausage biscuits are snapped up in a hurry.

During the holidays, you’ll find stollen, gingerbread houses, and Grittibaenz, the treat that as a little girl in Switzerland, Jud would hope to find on December 6 when they celebrated Saint Nicholas Day. A Grittibaenz is a yeast bread baked in the form of a little man (Santa Claus) that, along with fruits and nuts, is found in the boots or stockings of the good little girls and boys (if they had been bad, St. Nick would have his helper Schmutzli, his name intimating his dingy face, to take a switch to the child). Jud keeps a steady supply of this festive favorite made in varying sizes at the bakery all through the month of December, so you’d better be good for goodness’ sake. Even butter and jam won’t make the coal any better.

INGREDIENTS:7 oz milk (1 oz = 1/8 cup)1/4 oz dry active yeast 16 oz bread flour 1/4 oz salt 2 oz butter 1 egg

METHOD:In a mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in room-temperature milk. Add remaining ingredients. With a dough hook, mix dough for 7 minutes on a stand mixer. Turn dough out on floured work surface. Let dough rest for 15 minutes. Cut into pieces and create Santa shapes; put on a parchment-lined cookie sheet. Decorate with red and green candied cherries and raisins for eyes. Let rest at room temperature until almost doubled in size. Brush lightly with egg wash (made of 1 egg and 2 tablespoons of water) Bake at 375 degrees F (350 degrees, if using convection oven) for approximately 20 minutes until golden brown. Cool before wrapping, or spread with butter hot out of the oven.


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your list, or be inspired. Just remember: ’tis the season, and splurging is required.

DIAMOND JUBILEE Rubellite ring (base), JB Lacher Jewelers, 123 College St, Greenville. (864) 232-7385, jblacher.com;

green tourmaline and diamond ring; unheated natural ruby and diamond ring; wide woven design hinged diamond ring; wide woven design hinged diamond bracelet, all Hales Jewelers,

532 Haywood Rd, Greenville. (864) 297-5600, halesjewelers.com; (in glass) Marco Bicego Jaipur link bracelet, 18k yellow gold; (base of the martini glass) Marco Bicego Jaipur link necklace, 18k yellow

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Call Savannah a steel magnolia: genteel and eccentric, set in her Southern ways yet forward-thinking. Just don’t call her late for dinner, for Savannah has been a bastion of Southern cuisine for decades. Witness the lines that form on the sidewalk for

the down-home buffet at Paula Deen’s restaurant The Lady and Sons. Ditto for Mrs. Wilkes’ Dining Room, where, despite the no-reservations and no-menu policies, folks are willing to wait for seats at communal tables to heap their plates with fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, collards, and black-eyed peas.

While The Olde Pink House and Elizabeth on 37th still rank among the city’s dining dowagers, Savannah’s food scene has evolved at the hands of a new group of chefs. Christopher DiNello at the New Orleans–inspired restaurant Alligator Soul skillfully layers flavors in a starter of thinly sliced smoked scallops, served cold with house-made remoulade and acorn-squash hush puppies.

Locals voted a.lure Savannah’s best new restaurant, based on Chef Charles Zeran’s contemporary spins on traditional dishes like Low Country Boil and chicken and waffles. Close runner-up Sage specializes in Mediterranean fare. At tiny Papillote, diners vie for the handful of indoor tables on Sunday, when a creamy mushroom and bacon crêpe and a croque madame number among the mouthwatering, Gallic brunch dishes.

While Savannah’s food scene is a relatively modern development, this quintessential Southern city has long been hailed for its beauty. In 1733, British general James Edward Oglethorpe landed on Yamacraw Bluff above the Savannah River and deemed the strategic spot an ideal setting for the capital of the Georgia colony, named in honor of King George II. When Oglethorpe platted Savannah’s grid of broad avenues, punctuated by 24 grassy squares, little did he dream that more than 275 years later, visitors to the city would still be appreciating his vision. Thanks to Oglethorpe, Savannah claims bragging rights to being the nation’s first planned city.

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The 2.5-square-mile Historic District is bisected by Bull Street, which begins in front of the gold-domed City Hall and runs south to 30-acre Forsyth Park, known for its two-tiered white fountain cast out of iron in 1858. In between lies an urban oasis comprising 21 squares (three have been lost to sprawl over the years). In the middle of each square stand monuments to significant figures in the city’s history (Oglethorpe presides over Chippewa Square). Benches, set on paved paths adjoining green lawns, provide places to take in the live oaks dripping with silvery-green Spanish moss.

Strolling the Historic District and ogling the graceful ironwork and the stately Federal, Georgian, Italianate, Greek Revival, and Victorian homes is de rigueur on any visit to Savannah. And if you can spend a few days, tour some of the notable historic homes (the 1819 Owens-Thomas House; the Mercer-Williams House, star of the 1997 film Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil; and the Andrew Low House, birthplace of Girl Scouts’ founder Juliette Gordon Low, among them) that are open to the public. Otherwise, a trolley tour of the Historic District will take you past the highlights, including the stunning Gothic Revival St. John the Baptist Catholic Cathedral and the Telfair Art Museum, where the iconic Bird Girl statue resides on the second floor.

Modern visitors are not the only ones to be struck by Savannah’s beauty. So impressed was General William Tecumseh Sherman by the city’s comely mien, that he spared it the fate that other Southern cities along the route of his March to the Sea suffered at his hands during the Civil War. On December 22, 1864, Sherman telegraphed to President Lincoln: “I beg to present you as a Christmas gift the City of Savannah, with one hundred and fifty guns and plenty of ammunition, also about twenty-five thousand bales of cotton.”

Today Sherman’s gift unwraps itself to visitors any time of year, but the city is especially radiant at Christmastime. Over the holidays, Savannah dresses in its sparkling finest, with strings of white lights twinkling in the trees, and red bows and swaths of greenery festooning doorways and monuments in the squares. When you sing the carol “Jingle Bells,” you’re honoring its author James Pierpont, Jr., who penned the tune in Savannah in 1957 while he was an organist at the Unitarian Universalist Church.

Other holiday traditions include the Annual Boat Parade of Lights along the river and the Gingerbread Village, displayed at the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa. Making its debut this year, the Savannah Harbor Festival of Lights will transform the Grand Prize Track on nearby Hutchinson Island into a glittering wonderland of themed light displays.

Over the holidays, venerable Leopold’s ice-cream shop (212 E Broughton St) whips up seasonal flavors such as luscious pumpkin spice, fragrant cinnamon, and Sugar Plum Fairy, a crystalline-sprinkle-laced confection that echoes the performance of The Nutcracker at the theater next door. This shop, which opened in 1919, recalls a 1930s-era soda fountain, replete with its original black-marble bar and wooden telephone booth. Employees dress as latter-day soda jerks, in short-sleeved white shirts, aprons, and little white paper hats.

Places to shop abound in the Historic District, notably along Barnard and Broughton streets, and in the Downtown Design District on Whitaker Street. Who wouldn’t love to receive a box of buttercream-filled French macarons from Papillote, or a bottle of artisanal Georgia Tupelo honey from the Savannah Bee Co.? Paris Market & Brocante offers vintage flea-market finds from France, while ShopSCAD, the gift shop of Savannah College of Art & Design, stocks cool jewelry, textiles, artwork, and photographs.

In City Market, do a taste test at Byrd’s Cookies. Scottish oatmeal, their first flavor from 1924, and Key Lime Coolers both win raves. Souvenir seekers purchase saltwater taffy and pralines on River Street at Savannah Sweets, while serious chocoholics head for the new shop of chocolatier Adam Turoni (323 Broughton St).

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Say your dad was a Southerner. Southern Italian, that is. From Sicily to be exact. The island so positioned from the boot-shaped peninsula of the country it looks about to be kicked across the wide, blue expanse of the Mediterranean until it bounces into

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You see, my father was a teacher—by nature and by trade. Back before he returned to the States after the end of World War II, he’d earned a degree in education from the local university in Palermo (taking cover during air raids) and taught elementary school students math and Latin. His plan was to eventually go to Ethiopia, then an Italian colony, and start a school there. That never came to pass. Instead, my father, like many immigrants before him, crossed the ocean on a boat and landed in America with a few dollars in his pocket and the hope that he could somehow pursue his first love—cooking.

His family and friends had other ideas. Those who’d settled in and around Arthur Avenue in the Bronx had established themselves in the garment industry, creating a tight network of connections who were willing to make room for another paisano among the rows of sewing machines that lined the shop floor. And just like that, my father turned in his dream of becoming a chef and taught himself how to sew men’s suits.

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He never lost his passion for food, though you’d never know it to look at him. Perpetually thin and wiry, the biggest thing on that man was his nose. He’d joke that its Roman slope, positioned over pots of sauce or plates heaped with seafood, had just the right angle to better inhale any aromatic tendrils of steam. As if on cue, my maternal grandmother would remark that she was blessed to have a son-in-law so eager to tuck into whatever was put before him.

It was an enthusiasm that never wavered, even when I made my first tentative efforts to cook for him. By that time, he’d laid the tools of his trade aside—scissors, straight pins, tailor’s chalk, and a multitude of bobbins—to focus on food full-time.

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He cooked and ate with us most nights after my mother died, so when it came time for my family to move to Greenville, I asked him to come along. He was at first delighted. Old New Yorkers often migrate south to Florida, and he quipped South Carolina was close enough. When we arrived, he was as keen to shop the supermarkets as he was to explore his new city. Alas, the Greenville of 15 years ago presented a much more modest culinary landscape than it boasts today.

No matter. To my father, it was truly like coming home. The foothills of the mountains, the thin blue arc of the sky, the climate that nurtured all manner of herbs and fruits, was so much like the place where he came of age that he immediately embraced everything it had to offer. Raised beds held flourishing clumps of rosemary, thyme, basil, and oregano almost overnight, and he set to work planning the best place to plant vegetables for the following summer.

Alongside these familiar ingredients, my father pushed us to discover the native cuisine. So, for those first few months, we sliced, diced, baked, and battered our way through biscuits (he wasn’t crazy about them), fried green tomatoes and okra (better when dipped in marinara sauce), hush puppies (he never could understand why they were named after dogs), and all manner of iconic Southern staples he never seemed to tire of sampling.

And then he tried grits. Standing in the supermarket aisle with a box of Quaker oats (his favorite) in one hand and a sack of quick cooking grits in

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the other, he puzzled for a long while before slowly determining he’d add this new grain to his list of items to try.

I understood his pause. Italy is no stranger to cultural tensions between north and south. As a Sicilian, he had previously disdained polenta, the distant cousin of corn grits, which are primarily used in northern Italian cooking. After a bit of research, I explained that they are two different products thanks to the way each is milled and processed. Then I cooked up a serving, topped the pearly, white mound with a sprinkle of sea salt and a pat of glossy butter, and placed it in front of him.

There was no sound except for the occasional scrape of the spoon against the side of the earthenware bowl until he’d emptied it. He smacked his lips a couple of times and declared he preferred grits.

His love for the humble grain grew so great that he insisted on eating them every single day—sometimes twice if there was an opportunity to have them topped with grilled shrimp and bathed in a spicy gravy.

Playing educator again, he encouraged me to find out everything I could about the history of grits and the best ways to prepare them. And so I learned that while the Lowcountry lays claim to its signature shrimp and grits dish, the rivers and streams flowing from the higher elevations in our corner of the state were ideally suited for grinding the corn. Early grist mills needed to be close enough to the power supply for a “turn” of corn to be carried a distance and remain fresh before it was converted to meal, grist, or malt.

On our daily food-shopping expeditions, we could see how the few remaining Upstate farms were rapidly being converted to subdivisions. The heaps of upturned red earth were a tangible reminder of how the disappearance of grain farms along with the implementation of more efficient power sources and mass production led to the demise of the traditional mills.

But those drives also led us to the discovery of Suber Mill. Not too far off Wade Hampton Boulevard in Greer, my father and I made our way to the turn of the road where the two-story mill stands proudly next to a water wheel that reaches to the roof. We walked tentatively around the clapboard building to get a better view of Princess Creek, which fed the wheel’s buckets. With a low groan and creak, the wheel turned, powering the stone that ground the corn inside.

My father’s dark eyes were transfixed by the splash of water from one bucket to the next. We could have stood there for an hour, mesmerized by the slow turn, but we heard voices inside, and my father wanted to see if they had any grits for sale.

Just inside the screen door, a swarm of local men gathered around a cast-iron stove, trading stories or sitting in companionable quiet. My father looked around the whitewashed room to the woman snapping open paper sacks and filling them with corn meal and asked quietly if he could buy a bag. She was happy to oblige and after asking politely where we were from, proceeded to regale us with tips for the proper method of cooking grits.

My father understood it was his turn to be the student, so he listened carefully to her hints for salting the water and the importance of stirring for 20 minutes.

We emerged covered with a fine dusting of white corn and the additional knowledge that we’d witnessed a bit of history. That friendly soul informed us that the mill was now owned and operated by a fourth generation of Subers but never did mill grits for mass consumption. Family history has it that when their great-great grandfather returned from fighting in the Civil War, the mill had been burned and nothing but the stone was left. He moved downstream from the original spot, but that century-old stone was still in use, grinding just several hundred pounds per day.

My father was quiet on the ride home. I never did find out what those stories meant to him. What I do know is that each day after that, until the week before he passed from this world to the next, my father’s morning ritual consisted of rising at 5:30 and sipping a cup of espresso while painstakingly stirring his grits.

I suggested several times that he switch to instant to spare his aching back. He’d always smile gently and remind me that any individual worth their salt should understand the slow virtues of growing their own food and spending a twenty-minute vigil over a bubbling pot. As time and technology push me to move ever faster, I remember his thick fingers deliberately turning his worn, wooden spoon. I remember to exhale and smile.

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The connection between celebration and food is primal, a richly-colored cord tying our holidays and special moments together. And while holiday fare, traditions, and rituals differ for

every culture, a sampling of dishes from the Upstate’s lively ethnic food scene leads us back to the heart of every celebration—the

shared table. We explore traditional holiday dishes from far-flung corners of the globe, all right here at home.

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If it’s noon, there’s l ikely a l ine nearly out the door at Tropical Gril le on Pelham Road, a low-key, Cuban food restaurant owned by Miami native, Lazaro Montoto and his wife, Shadid. Montoto’s brother

Michael works with him at this location, and their mother and father own Tropical Gril le on South Highway 14 in Greer.

Pork takes center stage in many Cuban dishes (try the Cuban sandwich with its distinct ham, pickle, and cheese combination on crusty bread), and no tastier than in the lechôn asado, served on Christmas Eve, the classic, 12-hour-marinated, slow-roasted pork served with a tangy, sweet-mustard curry sauce and black

beans and rice. This isn’t spicy cuisine, but there is a definitive Caribbean kick in the blending of sugar and spices.

Michael explains that his family wil l get a whole pig for the roast during the holidays, but for a smaller gathering, a pork shoulder wil l do. The pork is marinated in a mojo sauce (garlic, onion, pepper, and spices) and then cooked overnight until juicy, fork-tender shreds melt in your mouth. Add some saffron rice with your fri joles negros and either some red wine or the is land Cuban cooler, a mojito (rum, sugar, l ime, and mint) , and toast to the season.

TROPICAL GRILLE 215 Pelham Rd, Greenville. (864) 271-3010, tropicalgrillesc.com Mon–Sat, 11am–9pm; Sun, 11am–7pm

CUBAN Tropical Grille adds a dash of Caribbean

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The piquant mélange of fresh herbs beckons you to inhale deeply as you walk in the door at Mekong Restaurant, and you’re instantly transported to a dining destination far, far away, even if you’re

just on Wade Hampton Boulevard. Vietnamese cuisine takes balancing flavors into an art form, and one need only take the first slurp of pho, the traditional beef and rice noodle soup, to confirm that.

Fresh herbs (many grown from owner Huy Tran’s mother’s garden in the back of the restaurant), like thai basil and mint, merge with bean sprouts, jalapeño, and lime, along with paper-thin slices of typically London broil, in a heady ginger-beef broth that warms both body

and soul. A banh mi sandwich (pork, usually, with pickled vegetables and cilantro on crusty bread), steamed bun, or a variety of noodle dishes dancing in flavorful sauces will surprise and delight your palate.

But to kick off the New Year, stretched out from December 29 through January 1, the main star is the Thit Kho Nuoc Dua, stewed pork with coconut juice, served with red sticky rice (xoi gac) for dessert. Pork browned with lemongrass, garlic, and shallots mixes first with a caramel sauce, then simmers in a coconut-and-chicken broth until your taste buds are in overdrive (or for an hour and a half until its done). Fresh-cut persimmons (picked from a tree in Tran’s backyard and sold at the restaurant) will add a perfect festive touch.

MEKONG RESTAURANT 2013 Wade Hampton Blvd, Greenville. (864) 244-1314, mekongrestaurantsc.com Open every day, 10am–10pm

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e’s cooked for tennis ace Roger Federer during the London Olympic Games this past summer, and music icon Tina Turner before that when he worked at a catering company

while living in Zurich, Switzerland. After moving to Greenville only three months ago to work at owner Annette Heilmann-Ferro’s nearly four-year-old Schwaben House German Restaurant, 25-year-old chef Dennis Züge from Rostock, Germany, won the Silver Spoon Award at this year’s Fall For Greenville festival. Züge is the rock-star talent behind the offerings at the unassuming spot on Pelham Road, including German classics like roasted pot roast (sauerbraten) or weinerschnitzel, but also unlikely lighter takes like

beef carpaccio over arugula or salmon confit. At the holidays in Germany, there might

be a Christmas goose with red cabbage and dumplings, of course, but Züge’s pick for a quintessential winter dish on nights when the brisk bluster blows is a rosemary-roasted rack of lamb (with mashed sweet potatoes—yes, they have those in Germany—and a mushroom ragout) made in the sous-vide technique where the meat is cooked in a vacuum at a low temperature for a long time resulting in tender-at-the-bone perfection. “When it’s cold out, you don’t want salad,” says Züge, “but something heavier.” This is succulent sustenance for the season, especially paired with a Warsteiner beer or a full-bodied red wine.

SCHWABEN HOUSE 1440 Pelham Rd, Greenville. (864) 329-8681, schwabenhouse.comLunch: Wed–Fri, 11:30am–2pmDinner: Mon–Sat, 5–9pm

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Vietnamese standout Mekong Restaurant offers

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When you’re at the cozy 10-table Mexican restaurant tucked into a shopping center on North Pleasantburg Drive, you feel like you’re part of the family, or in

Rosalinda Sala’s own kitchen. Her daughter, also Rosalinda, or “Nani,” as her spirited mother calls her, rushes around making sure you are taken care of, and would you like to try the hibiscus margarita (served in etched goblets) today? Why, yes, and what else? How about the tortilla chips with their distinctive homemade crunch and freshest of all tomatillo sauces that will have you questioning if you will ever need regular “red” salsa again.

Entrées are divided into marino (from the sea), terreste (from the land: steak and pork) and

aves (poultry). There are also los classicos: the tacos (sea bass among them) on corn tortillas, and burritos, or try something like the gringa al pastor, a flour tortilla filled with cheese, pork, and pineapple with fresh cilantro.

While the main protein (roasted goat, duck, or ribeye) might change for the Christmas celebration, the one dish that is always part of the presentation is the ensalada de manzana, or apple salad, crisp and delicious made with chopped, ripe apples, pineapple chunks, pecans, raisins, and sour cream (or cream from the Mexican grocery which is the way Rosalinda makes it). The apple salad makes the dinner special, but as Nani points out, the family gathered together makes it a tradition. That’s an ingredient that translates into every culture.

FONDA ROSALINDA’S 1124 N Pleasantburg Dr,

Greenville. (864) 292-7002,

mexicanrestaurantgreenville.comLunch: Tues–Fri, 11am–3pm

Dinner: Wed–Sat, 5–9pm

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Vindaloo, curry, chicken tikka masala, and even goat await you at Saffron. White linen tablecloths and black interior shutters in a hushed atmosphere project a

distinguished air without being fussy. A specialty in the Northern part of India

especially is tandoori salmon made in a big clay-pot oven with charcoal inside. The salmon is marinated overnight in a yogurt-based sauce with fragrant spices including coriander, cumin, and saffron, then cooked under slow heat on skewers, the salmon picking up the charcoal flavor. While much of Indian cuisine is vegetarian in keeping with the Hindu population, other popular

variations on the tandoori technique include chicken, steak, lamb, or seafood. As with almost all Indian dishes, no meal is complete without the traditional accompaniment of naan, an unleavened flatbread (try the garlic naan or the peshwari naan, a version with cherries and slightly sweet coconut to up the flavor ante) and basmati rice, substantial s ides to the main courses ranging in spiciness.

Carrot pudding, slowly simmered freshly shredded carrots in milk, or gulab jamun, an Indian version of a doughnut floating in a warm, rosewater-scented, sweet syrup are delicious alternatives to the Yule Log.

SAFFRON INDIAN RESTAURANT 1178 Woodruff Rd, Greenville. (864) 288-7400, saffrongreenville.comLunch: Mon–Fri, 11:30am–2:30pm; Sat–Sun, 12–3pmDinner: Sun–Thurs, 5–10pm; Fri–Sat, 5–10:30pm

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Three brothers from Galilee own and run the Pita House, the South Pleasantburg institution that for 23 years has served up healthy hummous, tabouli, falafel, gyros, and more Middle Eastern

delicacies. The pita bread is made fresh daily, and if you’d like to try to replicate their offerings at home, look no further than the adjoining grocery store that boasts all manner of Lebanese and Mediterranean foodstuffs.

For their Christmas Eve and New Year’s celebrations, the brothers and their wives and families gather over a table of traditional raw kibbi (the cooked version of which is on the Pita House menu), which includes a homemade, home-ground, tender cut of

meat (beef tenderloin or lamb) mixed with the Pita House’s seven-spice mixture, lemon peel, bulghur wheat, pine nuts, and onions, ground fine and served with olive oil and yogurt. There is also a Cornish game hen stuffed with a seasoned ground beef, rice, and pine nuts mixture to whet your whistle—accompanied by grape leaves, tabouli, and, if you have room, a sfeeha, a puff pastry topped with meat and roasted pine nuts. Wash it all down, perhaps, with a quaff of arak, a licorice-flavored alcohol which one of the brothers, Ziad Namouz, says is a bit like ouzo or Sambuca without being sweet. Cheers to that!

PITA HOUSE 495 S Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville. (864) 271-9895, pitahousesc.com Mon–Sat, 11am–9pm; grocery, 8am–9pm

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PITA HOUSEThis Greenville fixture is well-known for its savory meals, but you can also find Middle Eastern specialties like olives and feta cheese in the attached grocery. The store also sells fresh, hand-packed spices from the same batch the kitchen uses, and there is always homemade pita bread.496 S Pleasantburg Rd, Greenville. (864) 271-9895, pitahousesc.com

SAIGON MARKETSaigon Market carries the essentials for your pan-Asian cooking needs. Fresh tropical fruits such as longan, dragonfruit, and mangosteen complement the hefty selection of noodles and dried, canned, and frozen goods.1540 Wade Hampton Rd, Greenville. (864) 271-7822

SUPERMERCADO EL REYThis Hispanic supermarket is located just off of White Horse Road. Find a wide selection of fresh produce and meat, as well as more exotic seafood such as octopus or squid. There’s also an in-house taquería for quick meals or appetizers.3225 W Blue Ridge Dr, Greenville. (864) 269-5977, elreymarket.com

SUSHI MASA/TANPOPOTanpopo specializes in Japanese products and is attached to Sushi Masa on Pelham Road. Gluten-free shirataki noodles, snacks, and sushi ingredients are among the specialty items you can find. 8590 Pelham Rd, Greenville. (864) 288-2755, sushimasa.webs.com

SWAD RESTAURANT AND STOREThis unassuming restaurant on Laurens Road also hosts a small Indian grocery. Find Indian spices for your own cooking needs, as well as a host of ingredients (such as lentil flour) that cater to vegetarians.1421 Laurens Rd, Greenville. (864) 233-2089

by Andrew Huang

Revamp your pantry with a few ethnic staples

HOLIDAY MEDLEY: As colorful as the average Christmas fruit cake, but infinitely more appetizing.

Opposite, clockwise from top-left: banh tet (sticky rice and mung bean filling wrapped in banana leaves) from Mekong Restaurant; chicken tikka masala from Saffron Indian Cuisine; Jerusalem salad from Pita House; xoi gac (red sticky rice) from Mekong Restaurant


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HAIL Mary

The Bohemian Café’s Bloody Mary bar revs up a holiday brunch

The origins of the Bloody Mary are as murky as the drink itself. Some say it started at Harry’s Bar in Paris, while others claim it was

invented at the 21 Club in New York. But the drink’s invention is probably much less sophisticated than either of those accounts and most likely involves someone with bloodshot eyes and a whopping headache rummaging through their cupboards searching for restorative juices and a little hair of the dog. No matter its origins, the Bloody Mary has earned a spot on brunch menus across the world in versions ranging from thick to thin, potent to nearly virgin, and tongue scorching to downright bland.

The Bohemian Cafe’s Bloody Mary bar takes the unpredictability out of the Bloody Mary and puts the drinker in charge of the recipe. First choose your vodka, from Smirnoff up to Grey Goose, your seasonings—salt, pepper, Tabasco, Cholula, and Old Bay to name a few—fill with mix and then top off with a choice of limes, lemons, olives, pepperoncini, and pickled okra. It’s hair of the dog, your way!

Bloody Mary, price variesThe Bohemian Café, 2B West Stone Ave, Greenville. (864) 233-0006, thebohemiancafe.com

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OLIVE Bar

Stella’s Southern Bistro sets a high mark

with the Lettered Olive Martini

Shaken and dirty, two words just meant for each other. Named for the state of South Carolina’s official seashell, Stella’s Southern

Bistro’s Lettered Olive Martini is a bold mix of Belvedere vodka, green olive juice, and a splash of vermouth. Shaken with ice until nearly frozen and topped with two buttermilk-blue-cheese-stuffed olives, it’s smooth yet potent, with just the right hint of brine.

But don’t let the olives spoil your appetite. Stella’s menu is an homage to the greatest hits of Southern and Lowcountry cuisine. Crab cakes, quail, and collard greens all make an appearance in an atmosphere that subtly hints at the owners Jason and Julia Scholz’s Charleston history. Sure, it’s in Simpsonville, but it’s far enough away to be different and not too far to be difficult. The Lettered Olive is just one reason to make the trip.

The Lettered Olive Martini, $8Stella’s Southern Bistro, 684 Fairview Rd, Simpsonville. (864) 757-1212, stellasbistro.com



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SMOKE Out

The Smoking Barrel at American Grocery is a taste of the South

There’s a whole lot of chemistry and a little bit of alchemy going on here. The Smoking Barrel at American Grocery has been described by some

as whiskey and a cigarette in one neat little package. But it’s much more complex than that. It starts with bourbon, house-infused with local apples. Then a dash of apple bitters, again made in-house, a four-week process. Then a hint of maple syrup, followed by a topping of Foggy Ridge Cider from Dugspur, Virginia.

The mixture is then taken to the kitchen where the “Smoking Gun” gives it an infusion of hickory smoke. Returned to the bar, the drink is shaken and poured over a half-sphere of ice for a consistent chill with minimal dilution. The result is delicate and balanced: the sticky-sweetness of the apples and bourbon in perfect harmony with the deep, rich flavor of the hickory smoke. It’s a drink you shouldn’t even attempt to make at home, best to leave this level of mixology science to the pros.

The Smoking Barrel, $9American Grocery Restaurant,

732 S Main St, Greenville. (864) 232-7665,

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HEALTH Kick

Get a head start on New Year’s resolutions

with the Cool Kale smoothie

It isn’t easy being green. At least not where drinks are concerned. So what if the Cool Kale smoothie looks like something you would smear over your

face in an attempt to reduce wrinkles. It’s delicious! It’s simultaneously citrusy, earthy, fruity, and refreshing. A combination of kale, lime peel, mint, fruit juice, and dates, it’s like drinking the produce section of an organic grocery. It packs a powerful dose of iron, fiber, and antioxidants, and its detox qualities make it a good morning-after fix.

The Cool Kale is just one of Tortilla Maria’s green beverages. Others include

“Mean Green Juice,” a mixture of dark-green leafy vegetables, fruits, celery stalks, cucumber, ginger, and lemon, and “Dave’s Green Juice,” which consists of apple, baby spinach, carrots, celery stalks, cucumber, and flax seed.

In addition to the powerful drinks, Tortilla Maria offers a variety of authentic, fresh, and organic items such as enchiladas, tacos, and salads. Homemade tortillas and “take and bake” corn chips are also available, a perfect accompaniment to another of Tortilla Maria’s green concoctions, homemade guacamole.

Cool Kale smoothie, $4Tortilla Maria, 115 Pelham Rd, Greenville. (864) 271-0742, tortillamaria.com


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ICE Dream

Pickwick Pharmacy’s root beer float is

an age-old vision

They say it started in Colorado back in 1893 when Frank J. Wisner, owner of the Cripple Creek Cow Mountain Gold Mining Company,

was experimenting with sodas and flavorings in an attempt to create a special drink for the children of the town. He found inspiration one night while staring out his window. There, he saw the moonlit landscape of Cow Mountain rising to a peak covered in snow. It made him think of ice cream floating on a dark surface. He quickly recreated the scene with a glass of root beer topped with vanilla ice cream and gave birth to the very first “Black Cow.”

Pickwick Pharmacy isn’t as old as the Black Cow, but it has its fair share of history. Owned and operated by the Odom family since 1933, Pickwick still has the feel of an old-fashioned pharmacy and soda fountain. Sitting at the counter eating a pimiento cheese sandwich and drinking an ice cream soda, you half expect Opie and Aunt Bea to walk through the door. Pickwick is more than a pharmacy, it’s a time machine, right off Augusta Road.

Root beer float, $4Pickwick Pharmacy,

3219 Augusta St, Greenville.

(864) 277-4180, thepickwick.net

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O-CHA Tea Bar crafts a pearl of a drink

Walk around Falls Park holding this purple concoction, and you’re sure to turn some heads. A mixture of tea, taro (a sweet

root vegetable), non-dairy creamer, and ice, the taro bubble tea at O-CHA Tea Bar may not be “everyone’s cup of tea,” but those who love it are fanatical about it. Not quite ready to drink a purple root vegetable? Fine, there are many other varieties to try, like strawberry, coconut, vanilla, and peach, in milk and non-milk versions. Just don’t forget to add some tapioca pearls or flavored jellies to get the true bubble-tea experience.

Although known for its tea, O-CHA offers a variety of beverages, including coffee, espresso drinks, sodas, and smoothies. And for food, O-CHA spans the globe, serving stuffed croissants, mozzarella and tomato salads, edamame, and hummus plates.

Taro bubble tea, $3.45O-CHA Tea Bar, 300 River St, Ste 122, Greenville.(864) 283-6702, ochateabaronline.com

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Soby’s New South Cuisine Cookbook

$37.50; Soby’s; 207 South Main Street, Greenville; 864-232-7007; ShopTable301.com or Sobys.com

A Gift in Good TasteFulfill their visions of sugarplums with these superior fruitcake alternatives.

Scout Bag & Collegiate Tumbler$15.00–$65.00; The Pink Monogram; 2243 Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-271-3587; thepinkmonogram.com

Travel Mugs$20; Touring Sport BMW; 1431 Laurens Road,

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Gift CardRick Erwin’s Nantucket

Seafood; 864-546-3535; nantucketseafoodgrill.com

Rick Erwin’s West End Grille; 864-232-8999; rickerwins.com

South Carolina Palmetto Gift BasketsStarting at $35; The Cook’s Station; 659 South Main Street, Greenville; 864-250-0091; thecooksstation.com

Growlers, Glasses & Gift Cards

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Table 301 Gift Certificate

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Soby’s New South Cuisine Cookbook

$37.50; Soby’s; 207 South Main Street, Greenville; 864-232-7007; ShopTable301.com or Sobys.com

A Gift in Good TasteFulfill their visions of sugarplums with these superior fruitcake alternatives.

Scout Bag & Collegiate Tumbler$15.00–$65.00; The Pink Monogram; 2243 Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-271-3587; thepinkmonogram.com

Travel Mugs$20; Touring Sport BMW; 1431 Laurens Road,


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Rick Erwin’s West End Grille; 864-232-8999; rickerwins.com

South Carolina Palmetto Gift BasketsStarting at $35; The Cook’s Station; 659 South Main Street, Greenville; 864-250-0091; thecooksstation.com

Growlers, Glasses & Gift Cards

Starting at $6; The Community Tap; 205 Wade Hampton

Boulevard., Greenville; 864-631-2525;

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Table 301 Gift Certificate

$25-$200, Table 301 Restaurant Group, 207 South Main Street,

Greenville, 864-232-7007, ShopTable301.com

Holiday Cupcakes$2.75 each or $30/dozen; The Chocolate Moose; 120 North Main Street, Greenville; 864-232-2121; chocomoosebakery.com

Gourmet Gift

Baskets$30–$100;

Palmetto Olive Oil Co.; 2247 Augusta Street,


palmettooliveoilco.com

Old Fashion Candy

Favorites$6.99/lb.; Mast General Store; 111 North Main


mastgeneralstore.com

“Chef for a Day”$500; Table 301; 207 South

Main Street; Greenville; 864-232-7007;

ShopTable301.com




“Falconer” Brooch/Knife$5,500; llyn strong fine jewelry; 119 North Main Street, Greenville; 864-233-5900; llynstrong.com

Deck the Halls and the Walls

Have a little heart-to-hearth.

Dick Mitchell Watercolor Prints

$40–$325; Bennetts’ Frame & Art Gallery; 2100 Laurens Road, Greenville;

864-288-6430; bennettsartgallery.com

LED Desk Lamp$430; The Lighting Center, Inc.; 5200 Wade Hampton Boulevard,

Taylors; 864-268-4822; thelightingcenter.net

Pike Place 8 Light $566; The Lighting Center, Inc.; 5200 Wade Hampton Boulevard, Taylors; 864-268-4822; thelightingcenter.net

Sleigh Crib$1,299; Diana

Classic Children; 1 Augusta Street,

Suite 204, Greenville; 864-451-7782;

dianaclassicchildren.com

Travel Jewelry Cases$36-$48; CanvasTravelBags.com; 126 Marlin Drive, Spartanburg; 864-237-0330; canvastravelbags.com

Local Artisan Gifts

The Pickwick Soda Fountain & Pharmacy; 3219 Augusta Street,

Greenville; 864-277-4180; thepickwick.net

LUNE LED Light$119.95; Gallery of Lighting; 533 North Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville; 864-370-4451; galleryoflighting.com

Bird Feeders Wild Birds Unlimited;

626 Congaree Road, Greenville; 864-234-2150; wbu.com

The Greenville Collection

The Pickwick Soda Fountain & Pharmacy; 3219 Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-277-

4180; thepickwick.net

Local Stories, Local Authors

The Pickwick Soda Fountain & Pharmacy; 3219 Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-277-4180;

thepickwick.net

Digital Oil PaintingFrom $90; CanvasOne.

com; 33 Rushmore Drive; Greenville; 864-335-9106; canvasone.com

Santa PlateJP Collection-Home Décor & Gifts; 27 S. Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville; 864-239-3999; jpcollection.net

Mix ‘n match ornaments

Vignettes; 1276 Woodruff Road, Greenville; 864-675-9977


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“Falconer” Brooch/Knife$5,500; llyn strong fine jewelry; 119 North Main Street, Greenville; 864-233-5900; llynstrong.com

Deck the Halls and the Walls

Have a little heart-to-hearth.

Dick Mitchell Watercolor Prints

$40–$325; Bennetts’ Frame & Art Gallery; 2100 Laurens Road, Greenville;

864-288-6430; bennettsartgallery.com

LED Desk Lamp$430; The Lighting Center, Inc.; 5200 Wade Hampton Boulevard,

Taylors; 864-268-4822; thelightingcenter.net

Pike Place 8 Light $566; The Lighting Center, Inc.; 5200 Wade Hampton Boulevard, Taylors; 864-268-4822; thelightingcenter.net

Sleigh Crib$1,299; Diana

Classic Children; 1 Augusta Street,

Suite 204, Greenville; 864-451-7782;


Travel Jewelry Cases$36-$48; CanvasTravelBags.com; 126 Marlin Drive, Spartanburg; 864-237-0330; canvastravelbags.com

Local Artisan Gifts

The Pickwick Soda Fountain & Pharmacy; 3219 Augusta Street,

Greenville; 864-277-4180; thepickwick.net

LUNE LED Light$119.95; Gallery of Lighting; 533 North Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville; 864-370-4451; galleryoflighting.com

Bird Feeders Wild Birds Unlimited;

626 Congaree Road, Greenville; 864-234-2150; wbu.com

The Greenville Collection

The Pickwick Soda Fountain & Pharmacy; 3219 Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-277-

4180; thepickwick.net

Local Stories, Local Authors

The Pickwick Soda Fountain & Pharmacy; 3219 Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-277-4180;

thepickwick.net

Digital Oil PaintingFrom $90; CanvasOne.

com; 33 Rushmore Drive; Greenville; 864-335-9106; canvasone.com

Santa PlateJP Collection-Home Décor & Gifts; 27 S. Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville; 864-239-3999; jpcollection.net

Mix ‘n match ornaments

Vignettes; 1276 Woodruff Road, Greenville; 864-675-9977




All I Want...No reindeer games here; fill the stockings and surround the tree with everything on their lists!

Children’s Books and Puppets

Mast General Store; 111 North Main Street, Greenville; 864-235-

1883; mastgeneralstore.com

Squishables$43; The Elephant’s Trunk; 2222 Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-232-4731; elephantstrunktoys.com

Kids Count Savings Account$10 Opening Deposit (Free Piggy Bank & Passbook upon opening); Citizens Building and Loan; 229 Trade Street,

Greenville; 864-877-2054; CBLGreer.com

Holiday Tights & Socks

$5-$15; The Sock Basket; 182 E. Main Street,

Spartanburg; 864-585-01952433 Laurens Rd.,

Greenville, 864-676-0635; thesockbasket.net

Diana Classic Petti$49.50; Diana Classic Children; 1 Augusta

Street, Suite 204, Greenville; 864-451-7782; dianaclassicchildren.com

Melissa & Doug Giraffe

$99.99; Diana Classic Children; 1

Augusta Street, Suite 204; Greenville; 864-451-7782;


Little Giraffe Leg Warmers$33; Diana Classic Children; 1 Augusta Street,

Suite 204, Greenville; 864-451-7782; dianaclassicchildren.com

Adora Dolls$80-$100; The

Elephant’s Trunk; 2222 Augusta Streer, Greenville;

864-232-4731; elephantstrunktoys.com

Siaomimi Children’s Clothing

$36-$60; Vann & Liv at Monkees of the Westend; 103-A Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-239-0788;

monkeesofthewestend.com

Uppa Baby Cruz Stroller$459; Diana Classic Children; 1 Augusta Street, Suite 204, Greenville; 864-451-7782; dianaclassicchildren.com

Aden & Anais Jungle Jam

Swaddle$49.95; Diana Classic Children;

1 Augusta Street, Suite 204, Greenville; 864-451-7782; dianaclassicchildren.com

Hape Tool Bench & Tool Box$120; The Elephant’s Trunk; 2222 Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-232-4731; elephantstrunktoys.com


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All I Want...No reindeer games here; fill the stockings and surround the tree with everything on their lists!

Children’s Books and Puppets

Mast General Store; 111 North Main Street, Greenville; 864-235-

1883; mastgeneralstore.com

Squishables$43; The Elephant’s Trunk; 2222 Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-232-4731; elephantstrunktoys.com

Kids Count Savings Account$10 Opening Deposit (Free Piggy Bank & Passbook upon opening); Citizens Building and Loan; 229 Trade Street,

Greenville; 864-877-2054; CBLGreer.com

Holiday Tights & Socks

$5-$15; The Sock Basket; 182 E. Main Street,

Spartanburg; 864-585-01952433 Laurens Rd.,

Greenville, 864-676-0635; thesockbasket.net

Diana Classic Petti$49.50; Diana Classic Children; 1 Augusta

Street, Suite 204, Greenville; 864-451-7782; dianaclassicchildren.com

Melissa & Doug Giraffe

$99.99; Diana Classic Children; 1

Augusta Street, Suite 204; Greenville; 864-451-7782;


Little Giraffe Leg Warmers$33; Diana Classic Children; 1 Augusta Street,


Adora Dolls$80-$100; The

Elephant’s Trunk; 2222 Augusta Streer, Greenville;

864-232-4731; elephantstrunktoys.com

Siaomimi Children’s Clothing

$36-$60; Vann & Liv at Monkees of the Westend; 103-A Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-239-0788;


Uppa Baby Cruz Stroller$459; Diana Classic Children; 1 Augusta Street, Suite 204, Greenville; 864-451-7782; dianaclassicchildren.com

Aden & Anais Jungle Jam

Swaddle$49.95; Diana Classic Children;

1 Augusta Street, Suite 204, Greenville; 864-451-7782; dianaclassicchildren.com

Hape Tool Bench & Tool Box$120; The Elephant’s Trunk; 2222 Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-232-4731; elephantstrunktoys.com




PartyPerfect, Perfectly Priced

$8-$80; L’s On Augusta; 1445 Augusta Street,


lsconsign.com

Tory Burch Collection

Monkees of the Westend; 103-A Augusta

Street,Greenville; 864-239-0788;


Eberjey PJ’s $122; A Finer Fit; 1922 Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-232-7676

Scoop Back Sequin Dress fab’rik; 1125 Woodruff Road, Suite 1603; Greenville; 864-234-5756; facebook.com/fabrikgreenville

Sheer Knit Scarves$18-$38; Saige Consignment Boutique;

221 Pelham Road, Greenville; 864-233-5441; saigeconsignment.com

“Grow Your Own Roots” T-Shirts$28-$36; Grow Your Own Roots; 9 East Stablegate Road, Greenville; 864-650-5609; growyourownroots.com

Bell-Sleeve Blouse$78; fab’rik; 1125 Woodruff Road,

Suite 1603, Greenville; 864-234-5756; facebook.com/fabrikgreenville

Frank Lyman

Exclusively at Lady J; 2131 Woodruff Road, Greenville; 864-234-7766

Winter WearMonkees of the Westend; 103-A Augusta Street, Greenville;

864-239-0788; monkeesofthewestend.com

Silk Pashminas Starting at $19.99; The OOPS! Company;

300 Verdae Village, Greenville; 864-458-9299900 E. Main Street, Spartanburg; 864-575-9604;

oopsco.blogspot.com

Super Skinny$188; fab’rik; 1125

Woodruff Road, Suite 1603, Greenville;

864-234-5756; facebook.com/fabrikgreenville

Tilley Airflo Hat $78.99; Mast General Store; 111 North Main Street, Greenville; 864-235-1883; mastgeneralstore.com

Silk Bowties$19.99; The OOPS Company; 300 Verdae Village,

Greenville; 864-458-9299900 E. Main Street, Spartanburg; 864-575-9604;

oopsco.blogspot.com

Classic style knows no season.

Leather PurseSaige Consignment

Boutique; 221 Pelham Road, Greenville; 864-233-5441;

saigeconsignment.com

Celebrate In Style


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PartyPerfect, Perfectly Priced

$8-$80; L’s On Augusta; 1445 Augusta Street,


lsconsign.com

Tory Burch Collection

Monkees of the Westend; 103-A Augusta

Street,Greenville; 864-239-0788;


Eberjey PJ’s $122; A Finer Fit; 1922 Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-232-7676

Scoop Back Sequin Dress fab’rik; 1125 Woodruff Road, Suite 1603; Greenville; 864-234-5756; facebook.com/fabrikgreenville

Sheer Knit Scarves$18-$38; Saige Consignment Boutique;

221 Pelham Road, Greenville; 864-233-5441; saigeconsignment.com

“Grow Your Own Roots” T-Shirts$28-$36; Grow Your Own Roots; 9 East Stablegate Road, Greenville; 864-650-5609; growyourownroots.com

Bell-Sleeve Blouse$78; fab’rik; 1125 Woodruff Road,

Suite 1603, Greenville; 864-234-5756; facebook.com/fabrikgreenville

Frank Lyman

Exclusively at Lady J; 2131 Woodruff Road, Greenville; 864-234-7766

Winter WearMonkees of the Westend; 103-A Augusta Street, Greenville;

864-239-0788; monkeesofthewestend.com

Silk Pashminas Starting at $19.99; The OOPS! Company;

300 Verdae Village, Greenville; 864-458-9299900 E. Main Street, Spartanburg; 864-575-9604;

oopsco.blogspot.com

Super Skinny$188; fab’rik; 1125

Woodruff Road, Suite 1603, Greenville;

864-234-5756; facebook.com/fabrikgreenville

Tilley Airflo Hat $78.99; Mast General Store; 111 North Main Street, Greenville; 864-235-1883; mastgeneralstore.com

Silk Bowties$19.99; The OOPS Company; 300 Verdae Village,

Greenville; 864-458-9299900 E. Main Street, Spartanburg; 864-575-9604;

oopsco.blogspot.com

Classic style knows no season.

Leather PurseSaige Consignment

Boutique; 221 Pelham Road, Greenville; 864-233-5441;


Celebrate In Style



Gifts We Love 2012 – Special Feature GWL11

Bod SquadGive the gift of reflection perfection this holiday season.

IPL Photorejuvenation$299-$1,500; Skinkare Ltd.; 2 Maple Tree Court, Suite A, Greenville; 864-234-7900; skinkare.com

Buntastic Gift SetBenefiting Carolina Ballet Theatre – $45; Ivy Salon; 19 S. Main Street, Greenville; 864-370-1IVY (1489)3728 Pelham Road, Greenville; 864-288-1IVY (1489); ivysalons.com

Pretty As A Picture Gift Set Benefiting Safe Harbor – $47.25; Ivy Salon; 19 S. Main Street, Greenville; 864-370-1IVY (1489)3728 Pelham Road, Greenville; 864-288-1IVY (1489); ivysalons.com

Gift Cards Ultraskin Wax Center; 1140 Woodruff Road,

Suite 302, Greenville; 864-254-6373; ultraskinwaxcenter.com

Laser Hair Removal$100-2600; Skinkare Ltd.; 2 Maple Tree Court,

Suite A, Greenville; 864-234-7900; skinkare.com

Charleston Soap Chef Products$7-$22; Cocobella

Boutique; 21-C Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-283-0989;

cocobellaboutique.net

Spa Gift CardComplete Gifts starting at $75; Massage Envy;

Greenville; 3714 Pelham Road, Greenville; 864-288-1150

101 Verdae Boulevard, Greenville; 864-675-1155

LatisseBOGO: Buy 1 (5ml),

Get 1 FREE (3ml) – While supplies last; Skinkare Ltd.; 2 Maple Tree

Court,Suite A, Greenville; 864-234-7900; skinkare.com

Slenderkare Weight Loss

& Wellness Plan1 month $189-$219;

Skinkare Ltd.; 2 Maple Tree Court, Suite A, Greenville;

864-234-7900; skinkare.com

Skinkare Gift Card$25 and up; Skinkare Ltd.; 2 Maple Tree

Court, Suite A, Greenville; 864-234-7900; skinkare.com

Noodle & Boo Elasticity Oil$34; Diana Classic Children; 1 Augusta Street,


Botox and Fillers

$200 and up; Skinkare Ltd.; 2 Maple Tree Court, Suite A, Greenville; 864-234-7900;

skinkare.com

Murad “Resurgence” Kit$45; Massage Envy Greenville; 3714 Pelham Road, Greenville; 864-288-1150



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Gifts We Love 2012 – Special Feature GWL11

Bod SquadGive the gift of reflection perfection this holiday season.

IPL Photorejuvenation$299-$1,500; Skinkare Ltd.; 2 Maple Tree Court, Suite A, Greenville; 864-234-7900; skinkare.com

Buntastic Gift SetBenefiting Carolina Ballet Theatre – $45; Ivy Salon; 19 S. Main Street, Greenville; 864-370-1IVY (1489)3728 Pelham Road, Greenville; 864-288-1IVY (1489); ivysalons.com

Pretty As A Picture Gift Set Benefiting Safe Harbor – $47.25; Ivy Salon; 19 S. Main Street, Greenville; 864-370-1IVY (1489)3728 Pelham Road, Greenville; 864-288-1IVY (1489); ivysalons.com

Gift Cards Ultraskin Wax Center; 1140 Woodruff Road,

Suite 302, Greenville; 864-254-6373; ultraskinwaxcenter.com

Laser Hair Removal$100-2600; Skinkare Ltd.; 2 Maple Tree Court,

Suite A, Greenville; 864-234-7900; skinkare.com

Charleston Soap Chef Products$7-$22; Cocobella

Boutique; 21-C Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-283-0989;

cocobellaboutique.net

Spa Gift CardComplete Gifts starting at $75; Massage Envy;

Greenville; 3714 Pelham Road, Greenville; 864-288-1150


LatisseBOGO: Buy 1 (5ml),

Get 1 FREE (3ml) – While supplies last; Skinkare Ltd.; 2 Maple Tree

Court,Suite A, Greenville; 864-234-7900; skinkare.com

Slenderkare Weight Loss

& Wellness Plan1 month $189-$219;

Skinkare Ltd.; 2 Maple Tree Court, Suite A, Greenville;

864-234-7900; skinkare.com

Skinkare Gift Card$25 and up; Skinkare Ltd.; 2 Maple Tree

Court, Suite A, Greenville; 864-234-7900; skinkare.com

Noodle & Boo Elasticity Oil$34; Diana Classic Children; 1 Augusta Street,


Botox and Fillers

$200 and up; Skinkare Ltd.; 2 Maple Tree Court, Suite A, Greenville; 864-234-7900;

skinkare.com

Murad “Resurgence” Kit$45; Massage Envy Greenville; 3714 Pelham Road, Greenville; 864-288-1150





PaddleboardStarting at $1,299.99; Invert Action Sports; 24 River Street, Greenville; 864-271-3986; Invertsup.com

Broaden Their HorizonsEscape the ordinary with gifts for the adventurer, art aficionado, or intellectual in your life.

BMW’s Performance Driving SchoolBMW Performance Center; 1155 Highway 101 South, Greer; 864-968-3000; bmwusa.com/performancecenter

Range Rover EvoqueStarting at $44,995; Land Rover Greenville; 1450 Laurens Road,

Greenville; 864-232-7493; landrovercarolinas.com

Certificate for 10% off D and D Computers Sales - Service - Repairs; 641-B North

Main Street, Greenville; 864-631-2243

Olympus SZ-12 Gift Set

$199.99; Spartan Photo Center; 197 East Saint John Street,

Spartanburg; 864-583-6835

Lotus EvoraStarting at $68,285; Lotus

Greenville; 1450 Laurens Road, Greenville 864-255-3593;

lotusgreenville.com

Fly An AirplaneStarting at $149; Airwolf Greenville; 100

Tower Drive, Unit 8, Greenville; 864-202-3342; FlyAirwolf.com

ENO Double Hammock

$64.99; Mast General Store; 111 North Main Street,

Greenville; 864-235-1883; mastgeneralstore.com

Costa Del Mar Fisch$169-$249; Fowler’s Pharmacy; 1908

Laurens Road, Greenville; 864-288-5920; fowlerspharmacy.com

Best Sellers Mr. K’s Used Books & More; 101 Verdae Boulevard, Greenville; 864-286-3000

MAC Gift Cards Metropolitan Arts Council; 16 Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-467-3132; greenvillearts.com

RayBan New Wayfarer$125-$175; Fowler’s Pharmacy; 1908 Laurens Road, Greenville; 864-288-5920; fowlerspharmacy.com

Leather iPad Pocket$157.50; Mast General Store; 111 North Main Street,



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PaddleboardStarting at $1,299.99; Invert Action Sports; 24 River Street, Greenville; 864-271-3986; Invertsup.com

Broaden Their HorizonsEscape the ordinary with gifts for the adventurer, art aficionado, or intellectual in your life.

BMW’s Performance Driving SchoolBMW Performance Center; 1155 Highway 101 South, Greer; 864-968-3000; bmwusa.com/performancecenter

Range Rover EvoqueStarting at $44,995; Land Rover Greenville; 1450 Laurens Road,

Greenville; 864-232-7493; landrovercarolinas.com

Certificate for 10% off D and D Computers Sales - Service - Repairs; 641-B North

Main Street, Greenville; 864-631-2243

Olympus SZ-12 Gift Set

$199.99; Spartan Photo Center; 197 East Saint John Street,

Spartanburg; 864-583-6835

Lotus EvoraStarting at $68,285; Lotus

Greenville; 1450 Laurens Road, Greenville 864-255-3593;

lotusgreenville.com

Fly An AirplaneStarting at $149; Airwolf Greenville; 100

Tower Drive, Unit 8, Greenville; 864-202-3342; FlyAirwolf.com

ENO Double Hammock

$64.99; Mast General Store; 111 North Main Street,


Costa Del Mar Fisch$169-$249; Fowler’s Pharmacy; 1908

Laurens Road, Greenville; 864-288-5920; fowlerspharmacy.com

Best Sellers Mr. K’s Used Books & More; 101 Verdae Boulevard, Greenville; 864-286-3000

MAC Gift Cards Metropolitan Arts Council; 16 Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-467-3132; greenvillearts.com

RayBan New Wayfarer$125-$175; Fowler’s Pharmacy; 1908 Laurens Road, Greenville; 864-288-5920; fowlerspharmacy.com

Leather iPad Pocket$157.50; Mast General Store; 111 North Main Street,





Ice BreakersWe present a shortcut to the way to a woman’s heart.

Alex Sepkus ‘Sticks & Stones’

Turquoise earrings

Call for price; JB Lacher Jewelers; 123 College Street, Greenville; 864-232-7385; JBLacher.com

Southern Gates Jewelry Collection

Call for pricing; The Cargo Hold, Inc.; Find a local retailer at:

southerngatesjewelry.com/retailers

Sideways Cross Necklace

$24.95; WISH; 103 North Main Street, Greenville; 864-232-6100;

facebook.com/WISHgville

Acrylic Monogrammed Necklaces

$35-$80; The Pink Monogram; 2243 Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-271-3587; thepinkmonogram.com

Ceylon Sapphire

RingCall for price; Diamonds

Choice; Shops at Greenridge; 1125

Woodruff Road, Suite 1703, Greenville; 864-627-8004;

DiamondsChoice.com

Jewelry by Q Evon Designs

$50-$300; Matthew Campbell Studio & Gallery; 28 West North

Street, Greenville; 864-271-0100; matthewcampbellgallery.com;

matthewcampbellart.com

BMW Earrings$35; Touring Sport BMW; 1431 Laurens Road,


Brown Diamond Button Earrings $4,499; Diamonds Choice; Shops at Greenridge; 1125 Woodruff

Road, Suite 1703, Greenville; 864-627-8004; DiamondsChoice.com

Bubble Necklace$48.95; WISH; 103 North Main

Street, Greenville; 864-232-6100; facebook.com/WISHgville

Engagement rings Pace Jewelers; 1250 Pendleton Street,

Greenville; 864-232-3436

“Kingsman Turquoise”

Earrings $5,300; llyn strong fine jewelry;

119 North Main Street, Greenville; 864-233-5900; llynstrong.com

Temple St. Clair Owl Amulet Pendant


Tree of Life Inspired

NecklacesStarting at $75;

Ten Thousand Villages; 2 West Lewis Plaza,


greenville.tenthousandvillages.com

Jewelry by Ear-Resist-Able$10-39; Saige Consignment Boutique; 221 Pelham Road, Greenville; 864-233-5441;



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Ice BreakersWe present a shortcut to the way to a woman’s heart.

Alex Sepkus ‘Sticks & Stones’

Turquoise earrings


Southern Gates Jewelry Collection

Call for pricing; The Cargo Hold, Inc.; Find a local retailer at:

southerngatesjewelry.com/retailers

Sideways Cross Necklace

$24.95; WISH; 103 North Main Street, Greenville; 864-232-6100;

facebook.com/WISHgville

Acrylic Monogrammed Necklaces

$35-$80; The Pink Monogram; 2243 Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-271-3587; thepinkmonogram.com

Ceylon Sapphire

RingCall for price; Diamonds

Choice; Shops at Greenridge; 1125

Woodruff Road, Suite 1703, Greenville; 864-627-8004;

DiamondsChoice.com

Jewelry by Q Evon Designs

$50-$300; Matthew Campbell Studio & Gallery; 28 West North

Street, Greenville; 864-271-0100; matthewcampbellgallery.com;

matthewcampbellart.com

BMW Earrings$35; Touring Sport BMW; 1431 Laurens Road,


Brown Diamond Button Earrings $4,499; Diamonds Choice; Shops at Greenridge; 1125 Woodruff

Road, Suite 1703, Greenville; 864-627-8004; DiamondsChoice.com

Bubble Necklace$48.95; WISH; 103 North Main

Street, Greenville; 864-232-6100; facebook.com/WISHgville

Engagement rings Pace Jewelers; 1250 Pendleton Street,


“Kingsman Turquoise”

Earrings $5,300; llyn strong fine jewelry;

119 North Main Street, Greenville; 864-233-5900; llynstrong.com

Temple St. Clair Owl Amulet Pendant


Tree of Life Inspired

NecklacesStarting at $75;

Ten Thousand Villages; 2 West Lewis Plaza,


greenville.tenthousandvillages.com

Jewelry by Ear-Resist-Able$10-39; Saige Consignment Boutique; 221 Pelham Road, Greenville; 864-233-5441;





Baby, It’s Cold OutsideGive them your love and so much more to keep them warm.Trollbeads Holiday

CollectionVignettes; 1276 Woodruff Road,


Barbour for All

Starting at $59; Rush Wilson Limited; 23 West North Street, Greenville; 864-232-2761;

rushwilson.com

Designs TodayWith Brighton accessories – Call for prices;

Lady J; 2131 Woodruff Road, Greenville; 864-234-7766

Off the CuffYou better watch out or

they’ll have you wrapped around their wrist.

Abalone & Blue Quartz Necklace$58 – may also be designed as a bracelet; The Beaded Frog; 233 North Main Street, Greenville; 864-235-2323; beadedfrog.com

Chan Luu Wrap Bracelets$145–$225; Savvy; 1803 Augusta St, Suite E, Greenville; 864-370-9898; savvygreenville.com

Men’s Tissot Watch$775; Hale’s Jewelers; 532 Haywood Road, Greenville; 864-297-5600; halesjewelers.com

Men’s Accutron Calibrator

$1,650; Diamonds Choice; Shops at Greenridge; 1125 Woodruff Road, Suite

1703, Greenville; 864-627-8004; DiamondsChoice.com

“Milky Way” Cuff

$4,500; llyn strong fine jewelry; 119 North Main


llynstrong.com

Ladies Etruscan

Cuff$2,640; Hale’s Jewelers;

532 Haywood Road, Greenville; 864-297-5600;

halesjewelers.com

Men’s Bulova WatchesStarting at $475; Gold Collections; 679-B

Fairview Road, Simpsonville; 864-228-2920; goldcollectionssimpsonville.com

Charleston Gates Bracelet$540; Gold Collections; 679-B Fairview Road,

Simpsonville; 864-228-2920; goldcollectionssimpsonville.com

BMW Racing JacketCall for price; BMW Performance Center;

1155 Hwy 101 S., Greer; 864-968-3000; bmwusa.com/performancecenter

Geiger Fall & Winter Collection

$257 and up; Robinson’s; Old Market Square; Downtown Easley;

864-855-0017

Luii Cape $124; Cocobella Boutique; 21 C Augusta Street, Greenville; 864-283-0989; cocobellaboutique.net


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THE Review

D escend into the low-ceilinged space next door to Barley’s Taproom & Pizzeria and you enter another world. With its brick walls, dark beams, and wooden kegs stacked in

an alcove near the bar, The Trappe Door could be a centuries-old tavern in Belgium—save, perhaps, for the flat-screen TVs over the bar. In a whimsical touch, cartoons of Tintin, the beloved Belgian comic-book character, paper the restrooms. Everything about this place makes you want to hunker down on a cold winter’s night. The ambience lacks only a wood-burning fireplace. Occupying Barley’s basement, The Trappe Door is likewise owned by Josh Beeby. As you’d expect from Greenville’s first Belgian restaurant, The Trappe Door boasts an incredible list of Belgian beer. From Blondes to Brunes to Sour Reds and from Achel to Westmalle, the list covers all the bases—enough to please any aficionado. (For oenophiles, a chalkboard lists the wines available by the glass to augment the by-the-bottle list.)

Even the restaurant’s name is beer-centric; it refers to the Trappist monks who still brew beer in six monasteries in Belgium, as they have since the 1800s. In order to qualify as “Trappist,” an appellation d’origine contrôllée, a beer must be made in a monastery and the proceeds from its sale must benefit the monastery or its social programs.

The Trappe Door’s menu hops around Europe, but winds up in Belgium with six different preparations of classic moules frites (mussels and French fries). Since we’ve had the mussels on a previous meal here, we order the carbonades flammandes and the waterzooi, dishes that are new to us, but nonetheless traditional Belgian fare.

The former is a Flemish beef stew with onions, braised in Chimay Red and Trois Pistoles beers. The meat falls apart at a fork’s touch, and the beer lends a pleasant sweetness and depth to the braising liquid. Carbonades comes with exceptional frites, and a choice of three dipping sauces, all mayonnaise-based. I go for the lemony Belgian-style, the truffle, and the garlic, polishing off the crispy fries in an effort to give each sauce equal attention. Interpreted here with mussels, scallops, shrimp, potatoes, and carrots, waterzooi proves a well-executed seafood stew in a surprisingly light, cream-thickened broth.

For dessert, crème brûlée derives its unique, tart fruit flavor from Kasteel Rouge, a brown ale aged with sour cherries, or opt for the traditional Belgian waffles. If you’re looking to get away for the holidays, try a trip to Belgium, via The Trappe Door

Get cozy at The Trappe Door


Flemish Delight:(clockwise from far left) Seafood waterzooi; The Trappe Door’s intimate and rustic interior; frites with flavored dipping sauces; mussels in a fennel broth with sweet basil pesto; Belgian waffles

LOC ATION:23 W Washington St, Greenville(864) 451-7490trappedoor.com

HOURS:Tues–Thurs & Sunday, 11:30am–10pmFri & Sat, 11:30am–11pm (late-night menu from 11pm–1am, bar open until 2am). Closed Mon

PRICE OF DISHES: Entrées range from $12–$24

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/ by M. Linda Lee / photography by Paul Mehaffey

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CITY Dish

It’s an extreme makeover for sure. The old Hot Dog King on Main Street in downtown Greenville is merely a memory with the arrival of Larkin’s Grill Marks, a creative

spin on the burger joint. The brick-wall backdrop, granite bar, and garage-door-style door plays to an urban edge that feels right for date night, family outings, City Hall power lunches, or just cooling your heels on a Sunday stroll (grab a seat at the heated, open-air, street-side patio).

High-octane, adult milkshakes (ShakeTails) like the Irish (with whiskey), or the Jumping Jack (with Jack Daniels), or your regular non-alcoholic versions pair well with the burger-heavy menu. There are more than 10 different burgers, including a fine take on some Southern comfort: the pimiento cheese and fried green tomato “Lowcountry” burger. Or try a five-alarm stinger with grilled jalapeños, pepperjack cheese, and applewood-smoked bacon. The Cobb salad isn’t just an afterthought with its fresh greens and substance. And if you’re smacking for a sammie of a different note, Marks boasts seven “UnBurgers” to choose from.

It may still be ironing out a few new-spot kinks, but in an atmosphere that’s unpretentious, Marks seems like it will “shake” the dust off old-world Greenville in a delicious new way.

Grill Marks adds a hot new flavor to

downtown Greenville

Shake Down

/ by Jac Chebatoris

Take Your Mark: Grill Marks, 209 S Main St,

Greenville. (864) 233-5825, marksburgers.com


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Graham Foster’s and Lauren Zanardelli’s love story began in culinary school and ended up on a truck. A food truck, that

is. Before the chef duo met at Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte, Zanardelli was an elementary school teacher, and Foster was a personal trainer and cyclist. Both left their

occupations to follow their hearts to food, and in early September they opened their big, orange Neue Southern

Food Truck in the parking lot of the Community Tap. It’s been a wild ride, but they keep on truckin’.

Neue Southern Food Truck hits the gas on an urban trend

Hot Wheels

/ by M. Linda Lee

TAP IN: Neue Southern Food Truck,

parked usually at Stone’s Point, outside of

The Community Tap, 205 Wade Hampton Blvd, Greenville. For hours and

menu, check out its page on Facebook. (864) 918-1738, neuesouthernfoodtruck.com

Why a food truck in Greenville?“After we graduated from culinary school,

we worked in New York City for a while. We decided that we didn’t want to spend all

our time in someone else’s kitchen making someone else’s food. So one day we said, ‘Let’s think about a food truck.’ We looked

at a bunch of cities with more than 250,000 people, but in the end, a friend suggested

we come to Greenville [Graham’s hometown]. We moved back here in June,

and things just started falling into place.”

How did you come up with such a broad and eclectic menu?

Originally the concept was German [Foster’s ethnic heritage], but we both

have a passion for Southern food and we didn’t want to limit ourselves. So Neue’s

menu is a hodgepodge of different cuisines. It’s always evolving according

to our takes on our favorite flavors.”

Since you opened, how has your food-truck concept been received

in Greenville?“Greenville customers have embraced

us fully from the time we opened our door. We average 70 to 100 people at

dinner. We love having creative control over everything. And there are no yelling

chefs—unless it’s us!”

Where and how often does Neue Southern Food Truck park around town?

Community Tap is our home base, but we are working on a couple of new spots, too.

We try to do dinner 5 or 6 days a week, and lunch once a week. The best way to

check our schedule is on Facebook.”

How often do you change your menu?“We’re now on our second menu [as of late October], and we’re talking about

the next one. We want our food to be seasonal, and we get bored making the

same things all the time, so we change our menu often.”

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INGREDIENTS FOR CHICKEN:1 whole chicken, carved into 8 pieces1 yellow onion, sliced ¼” thick3 cloves garlic, minced2 banana peppers, sliced ¼” thick2 28-oz cans crushed San Marzano tomatoes1/4-cup tomato paste1/4-cup fresh basil, cut in chiffonade1/8-cup fresh oregano, finely choppedGrapeseed oil (or other neutral oil) Kosher salt to tasteFreshly ground black pepper to taste

INGREDIENTS FOR POLENTA:1-1/2 cups organic, quick-cooking polenta (such as de la Estancia organic polenta)4-1/2 cups vegetable stock1/4-cup fresh basil chiffonade1/2-cup mascarpone cheese1/4-cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheeseKosher salt to taste

PREPARATION:Put a large pot over medium-high heat. Generously salt and pepper both sides of the chicken pieces. Once the pot is hot, add enough oil to nearly coat the bottom of the pot. Using tongs, place half of your chicken pieces in the oil for 3 to 4 minutes until they turn a deep, golden brown. Turn the chicken with the tongs and allow to brown on the other side for 3 minutes. Remove the fully browned chicken to a plate while you brown off the other pieces. Once the other half of the chicken has browned, remove to a plate.

If there is a great deal of fat in the pot, drain it off, leaving just enough to coat the bottom of the pot. Add the sliced onions and garlic, and sauté until translucent. Add the banana peppers and cook until they begin to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and fresh herbs. Fill both tomato cans with water and add it to the pot. Be sure you have enough liquid to fully submerge the chicken. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low/low. Cook for one hour. Adjust seasonings before serving.

Once the chicken has finished cooking, you can start the polenta. (Ratios may vary based on the variety of polenta you purchased, so refer to cooking instructions to serve 6 to 8 people.) In a medium saucepan, bring 4.5 cups of vegetable stock to a simmer. Slowly pour in polenta, stirring constantly. The polenta will thicken in approximately 2 minutes. Once the polenta has thickened, remove the pan from the heat, add both cheeses and herbs, and stir to combine. Should the polenta be too thick, add in small amounts of hot stock until you reach the desired consistency. Taste for salt content, and adjust the seasonings as necessary.

Serve the chicken and its sauce over a pool of hot polenta. Garnish with freshly grated cheese, sprinkle with the chiffonade of fresh basil, and enjoy!

CHICKEN AND POLENTA

/ by M. Linda Lee

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The Upstate boasts a legion of young talent. The Fine Arts Center of Greenville County attracts and nurtures gifted high-school students in a wealth of disciplines, and it has partnered with local publishing company Genesis Press to produce a first-edition 2012 calendar of outstanding student work to benefit the school. Your

gift for another has just become a gift for the gifted.—Anthony Reese

Buy Time: The calendars are $10. To order, contact the Fine Arts Center at (864) 355-2550.

SWEET Spot

Banana pudding and more will have you humming at Southern Culture Kitchen & Bar

Spoon Up

You’ll walk in and say “ahhh,” only to sit down to say “mmm.” Away from the hum of downtown Greenville, Southern Culture Kitchen & Bar on North Pleasantburg Drive distinguishes itself not only by its zip code, but by its identity: cool yet cozy, industrial yet comfortable. From the rustic,

bronze chandeliers, Restoration Hardware wall sconces, and carpenter-made, handcrafted tables, the ambiance is as sublimely inviting as the menu. Made-from-scratch classics (beer-butt chicken, ribs, pimiento cheese) get a bit of an uptown treatment: ribs come with a hot towel spiraled inside of a café au lait mug, while the pimiento cheese fondue comes with a side of tater tots served in a parchment-lined Chinese takeout container. The bacon-wrapped meatloaf will be something for those blustery winter nights when you just can’t make it over the river and through the woods to Grandma’s house.

The open kitchen presents a lively bit of theatre for the main dining area, which also features a beautifully built, knee-high-raised stage for live music. Or, retreat to the adjoining smooth-as-black-basalt bar to sit fireside (two fireplaces!) and feel enveloped in the rough-hewn appeal. “We like to say there’s a show in the kitchen, a show on the stage, and a show in the bar,” says co-owner Omar Naji, who opened this gem in late September with chef and co-owner, Chad Gangwer. The perfect denouement is the banana pudding that’s so naughty it’s nice. Parfait layers of warm, creamy custard envelop banana slices and crispy vanilla wafers in a trifecta for the perfect bite. Once your eyes roll back from inside your head, you’ll be able to see the spoon again—just before it dives into the jar for a second go.

There’s little to match the likes of its charms, and the only reservations you should have about going are the ones you should call right now to make.

/ by Jac Chebatoris


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21 EASTThis new hotspot has a focus on fun, from the city-slick décor to the dance floor upstairs. Even the food shines as small plates to mix and match (and pair with standout cocktails). Try the sexy roasted beet salad or the lobster “mac n cheese,” a dressed-up riff with generous bites of sweet lobster meat tucked into gouda-swathed corkscrew pasta. $-$$, D. 17 E Washington St. (864) 271-0533

ADDY’S DUTCH CAFÉ Addy’s fosters a comfortable, intimate atmosphere of uniquely European charm. At the bar, choose from an eclectic selection of small plates: assorted cheese platter, sate (glazed, spicy chicken kabobs), Swedish meatballs, and more. Or head upstairs to dine on Dutch entrées with an Indonesian tinge. $$-$$$, D. Closed Monday. 17 E Coffee St. (864) 232-2339

AMERICAN GROCERY American Grocery offers refined American cuisine (and a frequently changing menu) that emphasizes the highest-quality ingredients from local, regional, and national producers. The Caw Caw Creek pork belly makes a decadent starter. For an entrée, the potato-crusted Sunburst trout or the salt-crusted ribeye are standout options. Finish with the chocolate terrine. $$$-$$$$, D. Closed Sunday & Monday. 732 S Main St. (864) 232-7665, americangr.com

ANTONINO BERTOLO’S PIZZA & WINE BAR Five generations of Sicilian heritage are on flavorful display at Antonino Bertolo’s restaurant. Order a calzone or pizza, and taste quality at first bite: the sauce, a fine balance of tomatoes and spices; the dough, with pure olive oil and a hint of honey; both stuffed or topped with fresh mozzarella. The restaurant also offers hot subs and classic Italian pasta dishes (try the stuffed shells or the ravioli al formaggio). $-$$, L (Thurs–Sun), D (Mon–Wed); late-night window open until 2:30am (Fri–Sat). 200 N Main St, (864) 467-9555, antoninobertolospizza.com

AUGUSTA GRILLThe unassuming Augusta Grill is home to owner Buddy Clay’s vision of upscale comfort food. From cozy booths and the intimate private dining room, patrons can enjoy dishes such as grilled swordfish with lobster cream and veal picatta with herb pasta. The lineup of entrées and appetizers changes daily, but regulars can always get Chef Bob Hackl’s highly sought-after

blackberry cobbler. $$$-$$$$, D. Closed Sun–Mon. 1818 Augusta Rd. (864) 242-0316, augustagrill.com

BARLEY’S TAPROOM & PIZZERIAPizza and beer—flowing from more than 27 taps downstairs and another 31 upstairs—are what bring students and young revelers to Barley’s. Besides the tap, there’s a list as long as your arm of selections by the bottle. Try your luck upstairs at the billiards tables and the dartboard lanes. $-$$, L, D. 25 W Washington St. (864) 232-3706, barleystaproom.com/greenville

BELLACINO’S PIZZA & GRINDERSBellacino’s, in the former historic Carpenter Brother’s Drugstore, specializes in hot, savory sandwiches. Order an Italian Grinder with ham, sausage, salami, onions, and mushrooms piled high atop a toasted sub roll. If you’re not looking for a sandwich, that’s okay too. Pizzas and calzones round out the menu. $$-$$$, L, D. Closed Sunday. 123 S Main St. (864) 242-6009, bellacinosupstate.com

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BLOCKHOUSEDon’t let the dark interior throw you: The Blockhouse’s hand-prepared food shines. Seafood and oysters are fresh from the coast, steaks are grilled over hickory wood fires, and burgers are hand-patted to plump perfection. Make sure you get a bite of Ms. Deborah’s Apple Cobbler for a satisfying treat. $-$$$, L, D. 1619 Augusta Rd. (864) 232-4280, blockhouse.net

BLUEBERRY FROGThe frozen yogurt artisans on South Main Street pride themselves on being the first and best fro-yo establishment in South Carolina. Pop into the bright, sleek storefront to sample some of their fresh yogurt, prepared daily. Make sure you enhance your cold treat with a plethora of toppings: fresh fruit, nuts, chocolate and caramel chips, chewy mochi, and more. $, L, D. 624 S Main St. (864) 517-7971, blueberryfrog.com

BLUE RIDGE BREWING COMPANYInspired by brew pubs in the Pacific Northwest, the Blue Ridge Brewing Company caters to Upstate connoisseurs. Pair a Colonel Paris Pale Ale, Kurli Blonde Ale, Total Eclipse Stout, or seasonal offering with a slow-roasted cut of beef, pork, or chicken. Or for the adventurous, choose selections from the Wild Game Sampler. $$-$$$, L, D, SBR. 217 N Main St. (864) 232-4677, blueridgebrewing.com

THE BOHEMIAN CAFÉTreat your taste buds and ears at the Bohemian Café, side-by-side with the legendary Horizon Records music store. This eclectic café with an international flair serves up daily specials for curry and pasta. For Sunday brunch, treat yourself to a Bloody Mary bar, or indulge your sweet tooth with a slice of homemade rum cake. $$, L, D, SBR. Closed Monday. 2 W Stone Ave, Greenville. (864) 233-0006, thebohemiancafe.com

BREAKWATER RESTAURANTBreakwater is one of those places that makes Greenville shine: an unpretentious hotspot that serves exquisite food (blue crab marinated in olive oil and lemon atop a farro salad) and creative drinks in a New York City-meets-Lowcountry vibe. A game changer for the ever-evolving West End. $$$-$$$$, D. Closed Sunday. 802 S Main St. (864) 271-0046, breakwatersc.com

BREW AND EWEThe best things for a chilly day are hot coffee and woolen items, which makes the Brew and Ewe the perfect

stop. One side of the store serves up a variety of hot coffee from Counter Culture Coffee. Pair a hot drink with a bagel and set off to the other side of the shop: a boutique specializing in woolens and home goods. $, L, D, B (Mon–Sat). 108 W Broad St. (864) 370-2739, brewandewe.com

THE BROWN STREET CLUBYou’ll think you stepped out of time at this ’20s-inspired jazz bar. Pair your Brown Street Sidecar with the beef short ribs and spicy macaroni and cheese, or match your Oregon Pinot Noir with the fig-glazed pork tenderloin. Enjoy live jazz and take a turn on the floor—it all goes down easy here. $$$, D. 115 N Brown St. (864) 250-9193, brownstreetclub.com

CAFÉ AND THEN SOMEPolitics, satire, and good food mix extremely well at Café and Then Some. Diners are treated to menu items like duck burritos, Carolina jumbalaya, and chicken roulade. But the best part is the show that comes after dinner. Proprietors Bill and Susan Smith get on stage to entertain with folksy music and satire. It’s a one-stop-shop for your night’s entertainment. $$-$$$, D (Wed–Sat). 101 College St. (864) 232-2287, cafeats.com

CAROLINA ALE HOUSERegional chain Carolina Ale House serves up all-American bar fare of gooey cheese fries, thick Angus-beef burgers, finger-lickin’ ribs, and specialty desserts, like the Dessert Nachos and Ale House Mud Pie. This joint satisfies both foodie and fan alike. Enjoy its open-air bar upstairs to the tune of your favorite team stomping the competition. $-$$$, L, D. 113 S Main St. (864) 351-0521, carolinaalehouse.com

THE CAZBAHFor a unique dining experience, try the Cazbah. Linger over a light dinner, or create a sumptuous meal of the menu’s tapas, such as the lobster cigars or sesame-seared tuna. While you won’t find sweet tea, an extensive wine selection will delight those looking for a more sophisticated evening. There is a sister location in Greer. $, D. 16 W McBee Ave. (864) 241-9909, thecazbah.com

CHEF MANIGAULT’S LA VIEILLE MAISONA brick fence hides this charming turn-of-the-century restaurant but sets the perfect atmosphere for a romantic dinner or private party. The etouffée and rack of lamb are dinnertime favorites, and the homemade banana pudding adds a perfect touch of sweetness to cap off a meal. Reservations are required for dinner. $$-$$$, L (Tues–Fri), D (Wed–Fri),

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CHICORA ALLEYChicora Alley’s Caribbean riff on traditional Mexican and Southern fare offers signature crab cakes or mountain-high nachos, shrimp and chicken burritos, quesadillas, and more. With a Falls Park view or patio seat, you won’t leave unsatisfied. $-$$$, L, D. Closed Sunday. 608-B S Main St. (864) 232-4100, chicoraalley.com

THE CHOCOLATE MOOSETry to resist this bakery’s delightfully playful cupcakes—we dare you. Dessert hounds can find a taste-bud-boggling assortment of fresh-baked

goods every day. Nine daily cupcake flavors, cake pops, Choco Moose pies, Tira-Moose Sue, and more mean your sweet tooth will never get bored. $, L, D (Sun–Mon), B (Mon–Sat). 120 N Main St. (864) 232-2121, chocomoosebakery.com

COFFEE TO A TEAMornings (and afternoons) are made better at this quaint spot with a focus on local products and healthy options. Start your day with a signature breakfast sandwich or fresh-baked cinnamon roll. Lunch shines with a chicken or tuna salad sandwich on house-baked bread. For dessert, try a slice of cake from the rotating counter selection. Gluten-free options abound. $-$$, B, L. Closed Sunday.

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BRICK STREET CAFÉYou’ll likely have to loosen your belt after chowing down at this Augusta Street mainstay, serving the comforts of home. Try Mom’s Spaghetti, Miss Sara’s Crab Cakes, or the signature fried shrimp with sweet potato fries. But do save room for dessert. Made-from-scratch sweets like the “24 Karrot” cake, peanut butter cake, and sweet potato pie are hard to resist (desserts are available for special-order, too). $$-$$$, L, D (Thurs–Sat). Closed Sunday. 315 Augusta St. (864) 421-0111, brickstreetcafe.com

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COFFEE UNDERGROUNDCoffee Underground boasts a wide selection of specialty coffees, hot chocolate, and adult libations. If you’re craving more substantial fare, choose from a splendid breakfast-anytime option, sandwiches, soups, salads, pastries, and desserts. And don’t miss Sunday brunch in the Red Room. $-$$, B, L, D, SBR. 1 E Coffee St. (864) 298-0494, coffeeunderground.biz

COMPADRE’SThis Mexican grill and cantina in the West End is a good spot to grab a bite and margarita before a Drive game. Tried-and-true combinations of chalupas, burritos, tacos, and chile rellenos don’t disappoint, but authentic Mexican accents spark dishes such as a ribeye with cactus (nopales) and camarones a la mojo de ajo (grilled shrimp in a garlic-laced marinade). $, L, D. 929 S Main St. (864) 282-8945, compadresmex.com

DEVEREAUX’SHoused in a century-old cigar factory, Devereaux’s offers New American cuisine prepared in an open kitchen. Exposed brick balances the space’s more modern furnishings and contemporary art. For a savory surprise, try the Chef’s Ultimate Menu: 10 spontaneous courses created for the evening, or the lighter five-course tasting menu. $$$-$$$$, D. Closed Monday. 25 E Court St. (864) 241-3030, devereauxsdining.com

FORD’S OYSTER HOUSE Ford’s—a nod to Greenville’s first Ford dealership of 1918 in the same building—combines fresh seafood with Cajun flavor straight from New Orleans. The gumbo or shrimp-jalapeño beignets are satisfying starters. Try the BLT po’boy, with thick-cut, smoked bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, and Creole mayo, stuffed in a soft sub roll. The double chocolate bread pudding will make your dancin’ legs wobbly. $-$$, L, D, SBR. 631 S Main St. (864) 223-6009, fordsoysterhouse.com FUNNELICIOUS You don’t have to wait until fair season to indulge in a few guilty culinary pleasures. Fried desserts like Oreo balls and funnel cake are this Augusta Road eatery’s specialty. If you’re looking for something savory, Funnelicious can fill you up with hot soup, fried mac and cheese balls, hot dogs, and sandwiches. $, L, D. 155 Augusta Rd. (864) 631-1527, funnelicious.com

THE GREEN ROOM Like a European brasserie, The Green Room’s diverse menu features standout dishes that change with the time of day. Start your day with eggs Benedict or down a Lil’ Piggy pork sandwich with sweet potato fries

for lunch. For dinner, the melt-in-your-mouth, sweet chipotle meatloaf is the ticket. $$$, B, L, D, SBR. 116 N Main St. (864) 335-8222, thegreenroomupstate.com GRILLE 33 AT THE CHANNELThe average burger gets a makeover at Grille 33. Each burger (named after downtown Greenville districts) starts out with an Angus patty before getting a neat twist. Try the Stone, which is topped with cheddar and sandwiched between a glazed donut, or add a little breakfast flavor with the Southern Connector’s waffle, bacon, eggs, and syrup. This restaurant funds the Channel, an all-ages community space and music venue. $-$$, L (Sun–Mon), D (Mon–Sat). 221 N Main St. (864) 552-1970, thechannelonline.org/grille-33

GRILL MARKS The newest concept in the Larkin’s family, Grill Marks marries old-school charm with creative twists for a modern burger joint. Brioche buns sourced from a local baker and 100-percent-certified Angus beef form the base of these succulent burgers. Gourmet cheeses, mushrooms, and bacon round out the list of toppings. Grab a milkshake for the full experience. If you want to experiment, there are also ShakeTails, adult versions of those creamy delights. $$, L, D. 209 S Main St. (864) 233-5825, marksburgers.com

GROUCHO’S DELIQuality is the key ingredient at this deli franchise begun in Columbia in 1941. Specialty sandwiches cover the bases, from the Cole Special Dipper (turkey and bacon crumbles blanketed in cheddar cheese) to the Brown Moose (a roast beef and provolone melt with Groucho’s signature Formula 45 sauce, a spicy, herb-infused blend of Russian and Thousand Island dressings). The recipes for cole slaw, potato salad, and many of the salad/sandwich dressings originated with the founder. $, L, D (closes at 4pm Sun). 20 E Coffee St. (864) 552-1541, grouchos.com

GUADALAJARA MEXICAN RESTAURANTOn lazy afternoons, Guadalajara is the perfect place to go. Sidewalk tables throw some cool shade so you can enjoy a refreshing margarita while you people-watch Main Street. You’ll also find all your favorite Mexican staples: fajitas, quesadillas, and enchiladas. $, L, D. 109 N Main St. (864) 250-9991

HANDI INDIAN CUISINEAt lunch, sample items from a reasonably priced buffet with plentiful choices that change daily. From the menu, try the Handi Special: a sampler of tandoori chicken, lamb kabobs, lamb or chicken curry, and vegetable korma,



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THE LAZY GOAT The Lazy Goat’s tapas-style menu is distinctly Mediterranean. Sample from the Graze and Nibble dishes, featuring such unusual pairings as trout spanikopita and grilled calamari. An extensive variety of wines is available in addition to a full bar. $$-$$$, L, D. Closed Sunday. 170 River Pl. (864) 679-5299, thelazygoat.com

LEMONGRASSLemongrass Thai brings flavor to please. Choose from curry, noodles, and fried rice, or vegetarian dishes. The Bangkok Street Cuisine menu includes Siam Chicken (grilled, marinated chicken breast with chunks of pineapple, carrots, bell pepper, cashew nuts, and mushrooms) and Prik King (chicken or pork sautéed in spicy chili sauce), while the chef’s specialties offer even more choices. $$-$$$, L, D. Closed Sunday. 106 N Main St. (864) 241-9988, lemongrassthai.net

LIBERTY TAP ROOM BAR & GRILLLocated next to Fluor Field, Liberty

Tap Room Bar & Grill is both pre-game watering hole and after-work hangout. Dinner choices range from the classic burger and juicy steaks to spinach pizza. Gather with friends around the long bar to enjoy one of the nearly 50 brews on tap. $-$$$, L, D, SBR. 941 S Main St. (864) 770-7777, libertytaproom.com

LUNA ROSA GELATO CAFÉFrom the cobbled streets of Italy and the hustle-bustle of New York, gelato has found a home in Greenville. Indulge in this creamier, healthier version of ice cream, in a selection of satisfying flavors made fresh daily. Don’t forget to save room for lunch or a snack, such as the homemade roasted eggplant and tomato soup. $-$$, L. 9 W Washington St. (864) 241-4040, lunarosagelato.com

MAC’S SPEED SHOPAcross from Liberty Taproom, Mac’s is friendly for both the Harley-set as well as the post-Drive-baseball crowd with plenty of brisket, ribs, and beer-can chicken. “Start your engine” with a plate of Tabasco fried pickles, washed down (quickly, no doubt) with one of the 50 craft beers on tap. With outdoor seating, you’ll likely want to lay some rubber on the road to grab your spot.

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DAVANI’S RESTARAUNTHeaping portions and a menu that mixes inventive flavors with customer favorites makes Davani’s a Greenville favorite. The friendly staff doesn’t hurt, either. Try the Muscovy duck, pan seared with port wine and sundried cherries, or the veal Oscar, topped with crabmeat, asparagus, and hollandaise. $$$-$$$$, D. Closed Sunday. 1922 Augusta St, Ste 111A. (864) 373-9013, davanisrestaurant.com

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Let the superb-quality escolar, hamachi, and uni tempt your tastebuds at this recently-opened sushi spot on South Main Street, featuring a sophisticated, cool vibe. Take your time considering the staggering array (more than 40 types) of rolls, with low-carb and vegetarian choices. The signature Red Fin roll, a surprising kick of peppered tuna, avocado, and jalapeño, really sings. The Kani Salad is a refreshing delight—a mound of shredded crab and sliced mango atop a circle of vinegary cucumbers. Taka, the head sushi chef, comes to Red Fin from hot spots Morimoto in New York City and Sushi Roku in Beverly Hills, and his artistic touch imbues each plate.

This is the only spot in the Upstate that features hot-stone cooking, where a block of Himalayan salt is heated to 500 degrees and brought to your table with dipping sauces, for you to custom-cook shrimp, scallops, salmon, tuna, or beef. Owner 26-year-old Matt Wuhrman has created a “sushi fusion” restaurant that attracts an eclectic crowd. Relax in the airy, wood-paneled lounge in front, or grab a spot at the unusual Plexiglas bar downstairs, which transforms color and casts an ambient glow upon the room. Upstairs, there’s another bar in this dark and cozy space. Guest bartenders from around town bring their skills to the mixology menu with Happy Hour specials from 4 to 7 p.m. each day. Wednesdays, Red Fin features half-off all liquors including top-shelf brands—the perfect time to try an extravagant taste.

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MARY BETH’S AT MCBEE STATIONBreakfast is an essential meal, and Mary Beth’s treats it accordingly. Take your pick: biscuits, omelets, eggs Benedict, waffles, crepes, and pancakes populate the breakfast menu. For something later in the day, Mary Beth’s also has lunch and dinner menus that include sandwiches, rack of lamb, and salmon fillets. $$-$$$, B, L, D (Thurs–Sat). 500 E McBee Ave. (864) 242-2535, marybethsatmcbee.com

MARY’S RESTAURANT AT FALLS PARKLocated in historic Falls Cottage, Mary’s offers brunch and lunch. The menu includes the Ultimate Reuben and Chicken Salad Croissant, as well as favorites such as the black-eyed-pea salad and Mary’s Pimiento Cheese. $, L, SBR. Closed Monday. 615 S Main St. (864) 298-0005, fallscottage.com

MELLOW MUSHROOMGreenville’s West End outpost of this beloved pizza joint is perfect for families, parties, duos, or flying solo. Try the Kosmic Karma with sundried tomatoes, feta, and pesto, or the House Special, stacked with three meats, veggies, and extra cheese. Wash it all down with one of the artisanal brews on tap. $-$$$, L, D. 1 Augusta St, Ste 101. (864) 233-9020, mellowmushroom.com/greenville

NANTUCKET SEAFOOD GRILLGreenville may be landlocked, but Rick Erwin’s restaurant brings us closer to the sea. The day’s fresh catch tops the menu, grilled, seared, broiled, blackened, or in chef-designed specialties. Try the blue-crab hushpuppies with a drink at the elegant bar, pre– or post–Peace Center performance. $$-$$$$, D, SBR. 40 W Broad St. (864) 546-3535, nantucketseafoodgrill.com

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PURPLE INTERNATIONAL BISTRO & SUSHIA stone’s throw from Fluor Field, this place serves an Asian mix. There are Japanese, Korean, Thai, and Asian-fusion entrées, but sushi is a strong suit. Or go for the specials, offered at lunch and dinner. The udon with Prince Edward Island mussels, mahi-mahi with a spicy crawfish glaze, or roasted duck are worthy options. The latter, perfumed with star anise, is roasted to order—and worth the wait. $$-$$$, L, D. Closed Sunday. 933 S Main St. (864) 232-3255

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NEVER ON SUNDAY Doesn’t matter if you’re Greek or not. Coming to this little restaurant will feel like going to your (Greek) grandparents’ house. Never on Sunday is run by a husband-and-wife team: he cooks, she attends to guests. Comforting home-cooked meals come straight from the kitchen, and family portraits and Greek memorabilia add to the homey atmosphere. $$, L, D. Closed Monday. 210 E Coffee St. (864) 232-2252

NORTHAMPTON WINES & WINE CAFÉLinger in the relaxed atmosphere ofNorthampton’s wine bar. Choose abottle from the thousands for sale,open it for a corkage fee (no feebefore 6pm), and enjoy it with aselection of cheese. Then venture tothe dining area for dinner from anever-changing menu that typicallyincludes seafood, beef, and wild game. Enjoy lunch on Saturdays. $$-$$$$, L (Sat only), D. Closed Sunday. 211-A E Broad St. (864) 271-3919, northamptonwines.com

THE NOSE DIVENose Dive is where city bar meets corner bistro. A wide range of beer (local, domestic, international), wine, and an ambitious menu that hits nearly every continent make it hard not to dive in. $-$$$, L, D. Closed Sunday. 116 S Main St, Greenville. (864) 373-7300, thenosedive.com

O-CHA TEA BARBored with your English Breakfast tea? 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) but also offers a large assortment of loose-leaf teas, drinks, and snacks. $, L, D. 300 River St, Ste 122. (864) 283-6702, ochateabaronline.com

ORIENT ON MAINHere, you’ll find the standards, along with house specialties (whole steamed flounder or a Triple Gourmet Bird Nest, a “nest” of lo mein noodles filled with a mix of meat and veggies), and hibachi dinner entrées that come with rice, vegetables, soup, and salad. From kung pao shrimp to chicken coconut curry to tofu, there’s something for everyone. $-$$, L, D. Closed Sunday. 4 S Main St. (864) 787-6241

OVERLOOK GRILLPerched on the edge of Falls Park, the Overlook features a flavorful blend of burgers, salads, wraps, and Southern favorites. Indulge in a spicy, New Orleans–style crab cake sandwich or a loaded Philly cheese steak for lunch. Savor stone-ground grits and sautéed shrimp topped with Tasso ham sauce for dinner. $$, L, D. 601 S Main St. (864) 271-9700, overlookgrill.com

POMEGRANATE ON MAINPomegranate serves traditional Persian cuisine in an eclectic Eastern ambience. Attentive service, reasonable prices, and a flavorful variety, such as the slow-cooked lamb shank or the charbroiled Cornish hen kabobs, make this an excellent spot for lunch or dinner. Also try the martini menu. $$-$$$, L, D. 618 S Main St. (864) 241-3012, pomegranateonmain.com

PROVENCIA AT THE HYATT REGENCYWhether you’re a guest or a local, the Provencia is a sure bet. Ingredients are locally sourced wherever possible to make for a hearty breakfast. Try the Southwestern Benedict or the Captain Crunch French toast. For those who like a little bit of everything, there’s also a full breakfast buffet. $$, B. 220 N Main St. (864) 235-1234, greenville.hyatt.com

RAINER’SAcross from Falls Park, gallerist Betty Bercowski opened this cute café named for her son Rainer (pronounced RHY-nûr), where everything—including the furniture—is for sale. Homemade chicken salad and fresh cold cuts are delightful options, but the homemade desserts are the pièce de résistance, including a mile-high chocolate torte and sinfully good New York cheesecake. $, L, D. Closed Sunday. 610-A S Main St. (864) 232-1753, talldudecafe.com

RICK ERWIN’S WEST END GRILLTraditional surf-and-turf meets upscale dining at Rick Erwin’s. The dining room is decorated in rich, dark woods that, along with low lighting, create an intimate, stylish atmosphere. Entrées range from sashimi-grade tuna and Chilean sea bass, to certified Angus beef. À la cârte sides round out any entrée. $$-$$$$, D. Closed Sunday. 648 S Main St. (864) 232-8999, rickerwins.com

RISTORANTE BERGAMORistorante Bergamo focuses on fresh produce and Northern Italian cuisine: seafood such as New Zealand mussels in light saffron broth, hearty meat such as veal, and pasta creations such as fettuccini with shrimp and arugula. It takes full advantage of high ceilings to showcase its extensive wine selection. $$-$$$$, D. Closed Sunday & Monday. 100 N Main St. (864) 271-8667, ristorantebergamo.com

SAFFRON’S SIDEWALK CAFÉSaffron’s Sidewalk Café offers a large selection of salads, burgers, sandwiches, and more. Eat inside or in the sun at one of the sidewalk tables. On- and off-site catering is also available. $-$$, L. 31 Augusta St. (864) 241-0401, saffronscafe.com

SASSAFRAS SOUTHERN BISTROSassafras Southern Bistro offers traditional Lowcountry cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Meet friends at the large bar area or take a seat outside

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for Southern culinary creations ranging from rainbow trout to quail. $$-$$$$, D. Closed Sunday & Monday. 103 N Main St, Ste 107. (864) 235-5670, sassafrasbistro.com

SMOKE ON THE WATERLocated in the West End Market, Smoke on the Water has a homey feel, with a separate street-side dining area and outdoor tables great for sunny days. Choose something from the smoker (beer-butt chicken), or pick from sandwiches, burgers, or salads. Smoke ’n’ sides vary from mac ’n’ cheese to a bowl of greens, and even spinach casserole. $-$$$, L, D. 1 Augusta St, Ste 202. (864) 232-9091, saucytavern. SOBY’SLocal flavor shines here in entrées like the crab cakes with remoulade, and meatloaf with maple Creole mustard glaze. With an astonishing selection of 700 wines, you can’t miss the perfect complement to your meal. For breakfast and lunch (think soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts), check out Soby’s on the Side, right around the corner. $$$-$$$$, D, SBR. 207 S Main St. (864) 232-7007, sobys.com

SPILL THE BEANSWhether for post-dinner dessert or a weekend treat in the park, Spill the Beans fits the bill. This Greenville

institution has been providing gourmet custom-blended ice cream and coffee to Main Street shoppers for years. A long list of ingredients ensures that it’ll be a time before you’ll taste the same combination twice. $, B (Mon–Sat), L, D. 531 S Main St. (864) 242-6355, stbdowntown.com

SPOONBREADOff the lobby of the historic Westin Poinsett Hotel, Spoonbread serves up breakfast, lunch, and dinner in true Southern style. Lunch here is best begun with a cup of Lowcountry crab and corn chowder, followed by a patty melt or perhaps a Poinsett Chicken BLT. Sunday brunch offers elegant buffet service and a la carte options. $-$$$, B, L, SBR. 120 S Main St. (864) 421-9700

STELLAR RESTAURANT & WINE BARElegant tapas and an extensive wine list (including beer) punctuate this initmate second-story space. Try the seared Diver scallops or the pork tenderloin Wellington. Finish off with chocolate fondue. $-$$$, L, D. 20 N Main St, Ste B. (864) 438-4954, stellarwinebar.com

SUSHI KOJISushi Koji flaunts a contemporary air. Chef Koji Fujikawa presides over the five-seat sushi bar. If you order one

of the two omakase menus, you’ll be treated to the chef’s choice of the freshest fish flown in from markets in Japan and the United States. $-$$, L, D. Closed Monday. 217 N Main St. (864) 631-1145

SUSHI MURASAKIHip décor meets ancient culinary art at Sushi Murasaki. The sleek interior and expansive street-level windows may seem anything but Japanese, but then again, the sushi doesn’t need a visual crutch. The tempura is light and crisp, the sushi expertly prepared and presented. Locals will appreciate the Clemson- and USC-themed rolls, in addition to standards such as tuna and yellowtail. $$-$$$, L, D. 2 S Main St. (864) 271-2452, sushimurasaki.net

TAKOSUSHIGood for a group, especially if you’re in the mood for a sushi roll and your friends are craving burritos. You can start with shumai; your pals with nachos. Then you’ll have to pare down the long list of makimono rolls while the rest of the table decides between tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and quesadillas. $-$$, L, D. Closed Sunday. 34 S Main St. (864) 271-5055, tako-sushi.com

THE TRAPPE DOORA rathskeller vibe pervades this underground tavern that boasts an

incredible beer program, with 10 on tap and more than 150 bottles. Mussels come in six different preparations, served with crispy homemade frites. Other Belgian specialties include waterzooi (a creamy seafood stew), and carbonnades flamandes (beef stew braised in Belgian beer). $$, L, D. Closed Monday. 23 W Washington St. (864) 451-7490, trappedoor.com

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TWO CHEFS DELI & MARKETCount on this deli for fast, high-quality food. Hot and cold lunch fare is available, ranging from homemade soups to a traditional grinder and a turkey melt. If you’re not up to cooking, there’s a case of “crafted carryout” entrées and sides to go. Impress those last-minute guests with the likes of stuffed chicken and Parmesan potatoes. For Eastsiders, there’s another location at the intersection of Pelham Road and Route 14. $-$$, B, L, D. Closed Saturday & Sunday. 104 S Main St. (864) 370-9336, twochefsdeli.com

THE VELO FELLOWCozy in a funky way, the Velo Fellow is a hip pub under the Mellow Mushroom. Burgers and sandwiches form the core of the menu, which includes fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, and—in a twist—tofu Marsala. In addition to the craft brews on tap, and more, the Velo Fellow offers traditional absinthe service, complete with a silver-plated brouilleur. $-$$$, L, D, SBR. 1 Augusta St, Ste 126. (864) 242-9296, thevelofellow.com

VIC’S PIZZAThe sign that says “Brooklyn, SC” at this walk-up/take-out joint makes sense when you see what you’re getting: piping hot New York–style pizza, served on paper plates. Purchase by the (rather large) slice, or have entire pies delivered (as long as your home or business is within 2 miles). The best part? Vic’s is open until midnight, which makes it a no-brainer for a late-night stop. $-$$, L, D. Closed Sunday. 12 E Coffee St. (864) 232-9191


Thru Dec 16JUNIE B. IN JINGLE BELLS, BATMAN SMELLS! The SC Children’s Theatre is putting on this delightful show based on the Junie B. Jones books. It’s Christmas time, which is always a good thing, but Junie B. has drawn her tattletale rival as her Secret Santa. Find out what Junie B. does next. The Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville. Times vary. Adults, $26; Children, $17. (864) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

Thru Dec 25FESTIVAL OF TREES See what happens when the creative talents of local school children, business people, and volunteers are directed at Christmas trees. The St. Francis Foundation is hosting this display of more than 60 Christmas trees in various downtown Greenville

hotels. This festival will benefit the Neonatal Care Center at St. Francis. Various locations, downtown Greenville. Free. (864) 255-1040, stfrancisfoundation.com

Thru Dec 29JIM HARRISONRural America holds a special place in painter Jim Harrison’s heart. Sign posts of a world slipping away—country roads, cotton fields, weathered barns, country stores—dominate his work. Nostalgia for a simpler time is assured, regardless of your age. Spartanburg Art Museum, 200 E St John St, Spartanburg. Tues–Sat, 10am–5pm. $4. (864) 582-7616, spartanburgartmuseum.org

Thru Dec 30ROPER MOUNTAIN HOLIDAY LIGHTSMake room on your calendar for the 21st annual Roper Mountain Holiday Lights. From Thanksgiving until the end of the year, complex and dazzling displays will twinkle into the night sky. Admission is charged by the

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Thru Dec 30RUBLEV TO FABERGÉ GUIDED TOUR Marvel at the unparalleled craftsmanship of Fabergé and other Russian artists. This guided tour takes visitors along for an immersive look at Russian cultural heritage and its relationship with American history. Museum & Gallery at Heritage Green, Buncombe St, Greenville. Fri–Sat, 3pm. $3 in addition to general admission. (864) 770-1331, bjumg.org

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“’TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS” This diorama, created by James “Buck” Buchanan, with assistance

from Tillman Strange and Marguerite Smith Compton, has been a Spartanburg institution since it was unveiled 60 years ago. The diorama is based off the poem by Dr. Clement C. Moore and first appeared in the Aug W. Smith Building. Spartanburg Art Museum, 200 E St John St. Tues–Sat, 10am–5pm. $4. (864) 582-7616, spartanburgartmuseum.org

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ICE ON MAINEnjoy downtown Greenville from a different perspective: on ice. This outdoor skating rink will be located in front of the Courtyard Marriott on Main Street. Can you imagine a better way to get in the holiday spirit than ice-skating in the crisp air?

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Thru Feb 16TARLETON BLACKWELL Tarleton Blackwell’s artwork is noted for its dense, complex imagery, themes, and, perhaps most strikingly, his use of anthropomorphized animals as the primary subject. A thorough interrogation of the rural South’s social and cultural relationships with animals, especially hogs. Spartanburg Art Museum, 200 E St John St. Tues–Sat, 10am–5pm. $4. (864) 582-7616, spartanburgartmuseum.org

1GREENVILLE POINSETTIA CHRISTMAS PARADE

Join thousands of locals on Main Street for the Christmas Parade. There will be holiday floats, marching bands, dance troupes, and others in the parade. There were more than 85 entries in the 2011 parade. Downtown Greenville. Sat, 6–7:30pm. Free. (864) 232-2273, greenvillesc.gov

1HORIZON RECORDS: GREENVILLE RECORD FAIR

If you’re a music collector, you’ll need a moment. Horizon Records is hosting the Greenville Record Fair at The Handlebar. The entire concert area will be full of vinyl, 45’s, CDs, and music memorabilia—more than 45 tables’ worth of music. Stick around for the in-store concerts after 4pm. The Handlebar, 304 E Stone Ave, Greenville. Sat, 10am–4pm. Free. (864) 235-7922, blog.horizonrecords.net

2CAROLINA BRONZE HANDBELL CHOIR

The Upstate’s premier handbell ensemble will be performing at the Greenville County Museum of Art for a holiday installment of the museum’s Music in the Galleries program. Let Christmas standards such as “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” and “Do You Hear What I Hear?” resonate in a unique holiday concert. Greenville County Museum of Art, 420 College St. Sun, 2pm. Free. (864) 271-7570, greenvillemuseum.org

3 JOE BONAMASSABonamassa has been hailed as one

of the world’s greatest guitarists and a blues star in his own right. From opening for B.B. King at 12-years-old to being named Classic Rock Magazine’s 2009 “Breakthrough Artist of the Year,” Bonamassa’s career is as varied as his musical influences. The Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville. Mon, 8pm. $49-$69. (864) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

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A CELTIC CHRISTMASEnrich your own Christmas traditions with a little Celtic infusion. Storytellers and musicians bring carols like “Silent

Night,” “O Holy Night,” and “The Little Drummer Boy” to life by adding their own Celtic flair. Flatrock Playhouse Downtown, 2661 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock, NC. Wed–Sat, 8pm; Thurs, Sat–Sun, 2pm. $35. (866) 732-8008, flatrockplayhouse.org

6KELLER WILLIAMSKeller Williams pulls you into jam

nirvana with an eclectic sound: funky, reggae, jazzy—and always entrancing. Williams has 17 live and solo albums to his name and has performed with artists like Bob Weir, Michael Franti, and Bela Fleck. The Handlebar, 304 E Stone Ave, Greenville. Thurs, 9pm. $18. (864) 233-6173, handlebar-online.com

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CHRISTMAS PAST FESTIVALBring the whole family to Fountain Inn for an evening of holiday-themed fun. Enjoy a tour of Fountain Inn’s beautiful Christmas lights from a horse-drawn carriage, shop for gifts, and strap on your ice skates for the skating rink. There will also be a Christmas Parade on Dec 5 to kick off this festival. Downtown Fountain Inn. Thurs–Sun, 5:30-9:30pm. Adults, $7; Children, $5. (864) 862-2586, fountaininnchamber.org

7FIRST FRIDAYSVisit downtown Greenville and

get an eye-full. More than 25 local art galleries and venues will be open. Works by emerging and established artists will be on display. Visitors can expect a diverse range of media: oils, watercolors, pottery, jewelry, woodworks, and photography, among others. Locations vary. Fri, 6–9pm. Free. (864) 325-4445, firstfridaysonline.com

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the holidays by supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas. This black-tie event will begin with a silent auction, Champagne, and appetizers before a formal dinner. The evening will conclude with a live auction and music by The Mighty Kicks.

Hyatt Regency Greenville, 220 N Main St, Greenville. Fri, 6:30pm. $175; Additional sponsorship opportunities available. (864) 235-0506, rmhc-carolinas.org

7–8, 13–15

EVERY CHRISTMAS STORY EVER TOLD (AND THEN SOME!)Is there such a thing as a shortage of Christmas spirit? Definitely not when you see this Jay Coffman–directed show. Three rebellious actors try to condense every Christmas story ever into a single, hilarious show. The show covers everything from Frosty the Snowman, the Grinch, Charlie Brown, and more. The Showroom, 149 S Daniel Morgan Ave, Spartanburg. Thurs–Sat, 8pm. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. (864) 582-0056, hub-bub.com

8HOLIDAY FAMILY DAYBring your kids out for a day

of fun, music, and refreshments. At the 11am Lollipop Concert, members from the Greenville Symphony will demonstrate a few instruments with story time to follow. At 2pm, the museum is hosting its annual Holiday Party, complete with balloon animals, a clown, a magic show, live music, and refreshments. Greenville County Museum of Art, 420 College St, Greenville. Sat, 11am–4pm. Free. (864) 271-7570, greenvillemuseum.org

7–9BALLET SPARTANBURG:

THE NUTCRACKER Join Clara and the Nutcracker on their journey to the Land of Sweets. This holiday tradition will be performed by the students of Ballet Spartanburg’s Dance Center and will feature the largest Christmas tree to ever grace the stage of Twichell Auditorium. Twichell Auditorium, Converse College, 580 E Main St, Spartanburg. Fri, 7pm; Sat–Sun, 3pm. Adults, $32; seniors, $26; students, $20. (864) 596-9725, balletspartanburg.com

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IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE Ring in the Christmas spirit with this holiday classic. Watch this timeless story brought to life on the stage, and join George Bailey and the town of Bedford Falls as they discover compassion for each other and themselves. Greenville Little Theatre, 444 College St. Thurs–Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm. $18-26. (864) 233-6238, greenvillelittletheatre.org

7–29 THE CHRISTMAS

THAT ALMOST WASN’T The king of Lullapat has been overthrown, and Christmas has been outlawed! It’s up to Nicholas Knock, a seven-year-old boy, to save the day. This stage adaptation of Ogden Nash’s poem is directed by Brenna Yeary and is perfect for setting the holiday mood. The Warehouse Theatre, 37 Augusta St, Greenville. Thurs–Fri, 6:30pm; Sat–Sun, 3pm. Adults, $20; children, $10. (864) 235-6948, warehousetheatre.com

7–29THE SANTALAND DIARIES /

SEASON’S GREETINGSAs this irreverent double-feature

shows, the holidays don’t have to be blissfully perfect for you to enjoy them. Get a peak at the life of a shopping-mall elf and Santa in “The Santaland Diaries” and an outrageous depiction of a dysfunctional extended family’s Christmas newsletter in “Season’s Greetings.” Both shorts are written by David Sedaris. The Warehouse Theatre, 37 Augusta St, Greenville. Thurs–Fri, 8:30pm; Sat–Sun, 8pm. $30. (864) 235-6948, warehousetheatre.com

8 CHRISTMAS AT CONNEMARA

Join a tradition of storytelling at the Carl Sandburg Home. Musicians, authors, hot cider, and cookies make this celebration a homey, heartwarming event. Visitors are encouraged to participate in the storytelling and sing-alongs. Carl Sandburg Home, 1800 Little River Rd, Flat Rock, NC. Sat, 11am–4pm. Free. (828) 693-4178, nps.gov/carl

8,15SANTA ON THE CHIMNEY!

Sure, we all know Santa flies a reindeer-drawn sled and shimmies down chimneys at night, but do you know how he practices? Watch as Santa rappels down one of the world’s largest chimneys at 315 feet tall. Then, meet up with Mr. and Mrs. Claus for cookies and hot cocoa. Chimney Rock State Park, Highway 64/74A, Chimney Rock, NC. Sat, 11am–2pm. $7-$15. (800) 277-9611, chimneyrockpark.com

11–16 MARY POPPINS

Mary Poppins is coming to town in this hit Broadway musical. This stage performance of the Disney movie is fun, cheery, and absolutely unforgettable. Sing along with your friends and family as the magical nanny teaches the Banks children a thing or two. The Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville. Tues–Sun, times vary. $30-$85. (864) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

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15HOLIDAY EARTH MARKETThe creeping winter chill

is no reason not to have “Good, Clean, and Fair” produce. Slow Food Upstate is holding its Holiday Earth Market and will feature winter produce, including broccoli and kale, as well as three special breeds of beef cattle. Slow Food books on cooking and gardening will also be available. Michael McDunn Gallery, 741 Rutherford Rd, Greenville. Sat, 10am–1pm. Free. slowfoodupstate.com

15 OLDE SOUTH CHRISTMAS BALL

Get dressed up in your 1860s finery for an evening of dancing. The Blue Ridge Rounders will provide the music, and attendees can also browse handcrafted items at the Olde South Bazaar. There will also be a silent auction benefiting the Boys Home of the South. Registration ends on Dec 10. Greenville Marriott, 1 Parkway East, Greenville. Sat, 5:30pm.

Earlybird registration (until Nov 10), $60; Regular registration, $65. (864) 244-2732, oldesouthball.com

18A WINTER SOLSTICE NIGHT HIKE

Embrace the darkness on the longest night of the year. This quarter-mile hike goes to Hooker Falls and will let you welcome the coming spring and longer days surrounded by nature. Be sure to bundle up and pack a flashlight and warm drink. DuPont State Forest, DuPont Rd, Hendersonville, NC. Tues, 7–9pm. Free. (828) 692-0385, eco-wnc.org

20ART WALK Go on a self-guided walking

tour of Spartanburg’s art galleries. Maps are provided at each of the 10 galleries, including the Spartanburg Art Museum, Gallery 155, and the West Main Artists Cooperative. This tour of Spartanburg’s visual arts scene takes place on the third Thursday of every month. Locations vary, Spartanburg. Thurs, 5–9pm. Free. (864) 764-9568, visitspartanburg.com

21–23 HOLIDAY AT PEACE

The holidays don’t feel like the holidays without music, and that’s what Holiday at Peace is out to fix. The GSO returns to the stage with vocalist Steve Lippia and selections

from his show “A Simply Sinatra Christmas.” Crowd favorites and Christmas classics are sure to put the finishing touches on that holiday feeling. Conducted by Maestro Edvard Tchivzhel. The Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville. Fri–Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm. $15-$35. (864) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

22THE SANTA RUNJoin the Greenville Track Club

for its final run of the year. This twilight, 5-mile fun run goes through Falls and Cleveland parks. Costumes are encouraged, especially those that light up, and runners have their choice of water, Gatorade, or eggnog while running. Proceeds benefit the Kroc Center Scholarship Fund. Greenville County Square, 301 University Ridge. Sat, 5:30pm. Before Dec 16, $20; Event day, $30. greenvillesantarun.com

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If you’re exhausted from tearing open presents, head to the Hilton Greenville and relax over a sensational brunch. Get a good taste of the season with dishes like the cinnamon-scented squash bisque, slow-roasted turkey breast, and sweet potato soufflé. Reservations are highly encouraged. Hilton Greenville Hotel, 45 W

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Francisco Goya’s Los Caprichos is prototypical of his sharp wit and bold visual style. Capricho, translated as “whim” or “fantasy or expression of imagination,” is an apt moniker for this series of etchings. The cast of goblins, monsters, monks, fools, and aristocrats blurs the line between reality and fantasy, though the content is anything but whimsical. The prints, published in 1799, denounce the superstition, ignorance, corruption, and societal vices Goya saw as shackling progress in his native Spain. His influence extends far beyond its geographic and chronological borders, however. Strains of his technique, method, and subject matter can be found in the work of Impressionists, Post-Impressionists, Expressionists, and Post-Modernists. Even today, in the wake of a brutal political season, Goya’s prints bid us to think on the state of our society.—Andrew Huang

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eastside greenville . 864-288-1IVY (-1489)

downtown greenville . 864-370-1IVY (-1489)

ivysalons.com

Ivy Salon IvySalon

Holiday Gifts $50 and under

AVEDA Stress Fix Soaking SaltsBottle of bubbly

5% of proceeds given to United Ministries’ Place of Hope

Pop Pop Fizz Fizz

AVEDA Hand ReliefOPI Skyfall Collection Nail Polish in

The Spy Who Loved Me or You Only Live Twice

5% of proceeds given to Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County

Helping Hands

Gift Certifi cate to Ivy’s New Bun BarAVEDA Control Force Hair SprayStyle Sampler (specifi c item will vary)

5% of proceeds given to Carolina Ballet Theatre

Buntastic

Moroccanoil® TreatmentOlivia Garden #45 Medium Round Ceramic Brush

5% of proceeds given to Operation Santa

Smooth Transition

AVEDA Comforting Tea in MugAVEDA Replenishing Moisturizer

AVEDA Rosemary Mint Body Wash

5% of proceeds given to Serenity Place

Find Your Zen

AVEDA Lip Glaze in “Pearl Rose”Ivy Gift Certifi cate for a Full-Face Make-up Application

5% of proceeds given to Safe Harbor

Pretty as a Picture

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December 2012 TOWN

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