An in-depth look at Japan’s most famous spirit: Weekly Dish
The tasting was hosted by Advintage Distributing’s Christy Kendig.
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SCPA Award-winning journalist specializing in food & bev, travel, business and pets... All the fun things. GVL based, O'ahu grown and happy to travel. I also enjoy making TikToks and Instagram reels.
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Eat & Drink
Valentine's Day cocktails, early look at the new 13 Stripes: Weekly Dish
Not sure where to go for Valentine’s Day in a couple weeks? Here are a few suggestions.
Table 301 chef Nico Abello pops corks on downtown Greenville restaurant name
In March 2025, Table 301 corporate chef Nico Abello announced his new restaurant that would open under the restaurant group’s umbrella.
A stylish way to carry your drink to-go: Weekly Dish
We might be out of our scope here, but as we write this in January, the restaurant business in Greenville is experiencing one of its annual slow weeks, so let’s talk fashion.
Former Urban Wren chef, James Beard award-winning director team up for new film
Two years after the release of “Great Wall,” a short documentary which won a James Beard Media Award and told the story of Sum Bar owner Khailing Neoh, Greenville filmmaker Rioin Oshiro is completing another project about the local food scene.
Local chefs dish on substitutions for food allergies
Food and dining is a common experience all share. For some, the experience is hindered by serious allergies.
Holiday-themed cocktails and where to find them: Weekly Dish
Each year, we — the trusty conservators of Weekly Dish — take on the arduous task of trying all the holiday cocktails local restaurants have to offer.
Restaurant incubator opening in West Greenville: Weekly Dish
You may recall Mill Village Ministries launched a restaurant incubator, Hone, earlier this year as a mentorship program to help budding restaurateurs.
Greenville pop-up spins Spam musubi; Clare's Creamery grabs big prizes: Weekly Dish
Rafael Alcantar doesn’t like using the word “fusion” to describe food.
The bivalve life: An oyster’s journey from farm to table - Charleston City Paper
Charleston oysterman Thomas Bierce holds up two oyster shells.
Mr. Crisp executive chef sets sights on Pride & Joy: Weekly Dish
Today is about Carlos Baez — soon-to-be former executive chef at Mr. Crisp — and his new concept, Pride and Joy Provisions.
Indaco’s seasonal menu satisfies; The Well drops new game day menu: Weekly Dish
The downtown Greenville Italian restaurant is running its seasonal menu and blending in some autumn crops.
Scoundrel earns Greenville's first Michelin star
Greenville has its first Michelin star.
Scoundrel celebrates three years in downtown Greenville: Weekly Dish
In three years, Scoundrel has become a favorite in Greenville.
‘Food is medicine’: Bon Secours St. Francis program takes fresh approach to patient meals
Walking into the Bon Secours St. Francis Downtown hospital kitchen could leave you with an unexpected impression.
Roost reopens with fresh menu, refined vibe: Weekly Dish
Remember Zac Leepper? The Springfield, Illinois, native and Alinea alum who took over as executive chef at Roost in October 2023? Well, he’s refreshed the menu to go along with the NOMA Square restaurant’s new look. Or perhaps it’s the other way around.
A wine vs. sake showdown at euphoria Greenville: Weekly Dish
It’s always difficult to narrow down the euphoria Greenville experience. The annual food and drink festival took place Sept. 17-21, packing in some of the best bites, meals and pairings the year has to offer.
Fall is nearly here. Here's where you can taste it: Weekly Dish
Despite the early respite from the summer heat, autumn actually doesn’t begin until Sept. 22.
For the past couple of weeks, we spent a bit of spare time hunting down some of Greenville’s can’t-miss harvest-season sweets and hot cups of joe.
For the past couple of weeks, we spent a bit of spare time hunting down some of Greenville’s can’t-miss harvest-season sweets and hot cups of joe.
Soby’s new executive chef emphasizes farm-to-plate ties: Weekly Dish
Soby’s New South Cuisine has a new chef at the helm. Jon Buck, former chef de cuisine of Husk Greenville and a 2018 James Beard Award semifinalist, made his debut as executive chef at Soby’s with a special lunch Sept. 3.
Greenville chef embraces Filipino street food: Weekly Dish
LolaCeli founder Michael Izzard has started a new pop-up in Greenville, Muni Muni.
While LolaCeli’s cuisine engages more in the Filipino ethos rather than being Filipino food itself, Muni Muni is inherently Filipino. It is classic pinoy food inside a classic pinoy concept. It centers around Filipino ihawan, or grilled bites. Izzard grills the fare over coals, offering ribeye, pork belly, beef tongue, chicken thigh, broccoli, cabbage and zucchini.
“Muni muni” is a Tagalog term meaning to ponder...
While LolaCeli’s cuisine engages more in the Filipino ethos rather than being Filipino food itself, Muni Muni is inherently Filipino. It is classic pinoy food inside a classic pinoy concept. It centers around Filipino ihawan, or grilled bites. Izzard grills the fare over coals, offering ribeye, pork belly, beef tongue, chicken thigh, broccoli, cabbage and zucchini.
“Muni muni” is a Tagalog term meaning to ponder...
Maestro Bistro reimagines its dining experience: Weekly Dish
The popular Maestro Bistro & Dinner Club has undergone a facelift to its restaurant space, accompanied by a rethinking of some of its menu items along with revitalized training of service staff.
A night upstairs at The Anchorage: Weekly Dish
This week, we want to highlight a lesser-known amenity of The Anchorage, specifically its second floor.
Making the ‘ugliest little truffle’ at the country’s best chocolate shop: Weekly Dish
LaRue Fine Chocolate owner Elizabeth McDaniel has carved out a space for herself as the village of West Greenville’s resident chocolatier.
Soby's wins prestigious Wine Spectator Grand Award, a first for SC restaurants
South Carolina’s first Wine Spectator Grand Award has been received and the honor has been given to Greenville’s Soby’s New South Cuisine.
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Get to know: Profiles
Meticulous model of HMS Victory built on 18 years of painstaking passion
Greenville County resident Phil Kessack has spent his spare time the last 15 years constructing a four-foot model of the HMS Victory from scratch.
BlocHaven climbing gym born from passion for family, wellness
A person's journey to how they started a particular business can be unique but not all involve IT, opera, homeschooling and health scares.
Swamp Rabbit Cafe: From trail pioneers to community landmark in 13 years
It seems odd now to think of a time when Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery wasn’t a drop-in for produce or a pretty mean sandwich.
Get to Know: Austyn McGroarty, Curean executive chef
With Austyn McGroarty, what you see is what you get.
Get to know: Marcus Beato, new executive chef at Urban Wren
Urban Wren’s new executive chef, Marcus Beato, is a well-traveled guy from Jersey City, New Jersey.
Get to know Malaki Craft, new executive chef of AC Hotel Greenville
Craft became known in the Upstate first as executive chef at Rick Erwin’s Clemson and made the move to AC Hotel in April, but his food and beverage lifestyle stretches far back.
Get to Know: Jacque Metras, The Rabbit Hole chef
Jacque Metras made her debut as executive chef at The Rabbit Hole in West Greenville last year.
Roost Restaurant is rolling out a new menu. Meet the chef behind it.
Roost Restaurant on North Main Street has a new executive chef, Zac Leepper, and he arrived on a mission.
“I’m looking forward to trying to make this one of the best restaurants in Greenville,” Leepper said.
Leepper is a native of Springfield, Illinois, but has lived in Chicago, Spain and Florida since he left his hometown. Greenville is his newest home, which he moved to sight unseen just shy of two months ago.
Between exploring the city he previously only knew through Google Images and roll...
“I’m looking forward to trying to make this one of the best restaurants in Greenville,” Leepper said.
Leepper is a native of Springfield, Illinois, but has lived in Chicago, Spain and Florida since he left his hometown. Greenville is his newest home, which he moved to sight unseen just shy of two months ago.
Between exploring the city he previously only knew through Google Images and roll...
Pets
Pet-driven content supporting local nonprofits and health. I also created a monthly adoptable pet column while at the Greenville Journal.
Halloween pet safety: Don't let spooky fun become a furry nightmare
Halloween is filled with fun, festivities and sweets. But for our four-legged friends, the holiday has the potential to be a nightmare.
Help a stray: How pet foster and trap-and-neuter services work in Greenville County
We’ve all gone through it: You see a lovable but malnourished kitten outside for days, with no apparent home.
Teddy, Greenville's internet-famous 'Golden,' recovering after cancer scare
Greenville’s most internet-famous dog, Teddy Lower, had a health scare this summer.
November’s adoptable pet: Beetlejuice
We’re trying something new this month, featuring a pet available for adoption at the Greenville Humane Society. If you like this feature, be sure to let us know at greenvillejournal.com/contact.
The inaugural pet of the month, Beetlejuice, is a 7-year-old good boy with a laid-back disposition. He enjoys leisurely walks, hanging out on the couch and snuggling. He is open to a rousing game of fetch from time to time.
As is evident from his hobbies, Beetlejuice is a chill dude and would enjoy a h...
The inaugural pet of the month, Beetlejuice, is a 7-year-old good boy with a laid-back disposition. He enjoys leisurely walks, hanging out on the couch and snuggling. He is open to a rousing game of fetch from time to time.
As is evident from his hobbies, Beetlejuice is a chill dude and would enjoy a h...