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.
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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...
Eat & Drink
Greenville chef hauls supplies to NC after Helene, inspired by New Orleans experience
On a quiet Wednesday morning on Oct. 2, Greenville-based chef Conner Hinderks was en route to Asheville hauling supplies and food following Hurricane Helene.
Upstate restaurant community bands together following Hurricane Helene
When Hurricane Helene tore through the Upstate Sept. 27, Greenville’s restaurant community was not immune to damage.
The Dutchman, a seafood spot from 'The 05' creators, coming to downtown Greenville
If you thought downtown Greenville was lacking raw bar options, you’ll be pleased to hear one will make its way to the corner of North Laurens and West Washington Street in 2025.
Get your tokens ready! Game bar trend conjures wistful past - Charleston City Paper
In a city full of arcade and video game lovers (and perhaps some folks stuck in a sort of infantile fixation), bar-goers may begin to wonder where to find the nearest bar and turn those games into prizes.
Island plate lunch comes to Greer via family from Guam
A concept relatively new to the Upstate – the island plate lunch – has opened in Greer.
Swordfish ‘secret’ coin unlocks a menu for Greenville restaurant workers
There are two undeniable truths about working in restaurants: The hours will be nontraditional, and the camaraderie shared among coworkers is unmatched and incomparable to many other professions.
Greenville bars, NC-based gin maker join to support women in hospitality
Conniption Gin launched “Raising a Glass to Closing the Gap” in March, a national campaign to recognize the efforts made by women in hospitality.
These spots will curb your Caribbean cravings - Charleston City Paper
Each year, the city sees events like Carifest, the founder of which, Lorna Shelton Beck, was honored by the Institute of Caribbean Studies in Washington D.C. last year, and Charleston Caribbean Jerk Festival, which takes place on July 20 at Riverfront Park.
3 eateries to open in PKL Park GVL. Here's what to expect
Pickle ball complex PKL Park GVL, set to open in the fall next to Unity Park, is bringing three eateries along for the ride. Here’s what to expect.
Spilling secrets: Five off-menu items in Greenville and where to find them
Secret menu items are coveted information. Rumors exist, yet you rarely know how, when and where to ask.
Wade’s Restaurant owners reflect on legacy ahead of James Beard award ceremony
“That’s the scariest part. Someone has this in mind of a James Beard award-winning (restaurant) and it’s not a 77-year-old restaurant,” said Wade Lindsey III, co-owner of the restaurant.
Greenville restaurant real estate trends lean on hot locations, identity ideals
Similar to a dish with required ingredients that’s flexible in its execution, what the owner is looking for can vary. But there are certain aspects proprietors and real estate brokers repeatedly discuss when looking for locations.
First look: Table 301's first restaurant outside of downtown Greenville
Table 301 Restaurant Group will soon open Tavola, an Italian-inspired eatery and its first restaurant outside of downtown Greenville.
Restaurant vets: Meet some of Greenville's career servers
Restaurant servers are often entrusted with the celebration of a milestone, the experience of a meal or just an evening’s enjoyment.
Scout's Doughnuts expands to Anderson
A seemingly unlikely combination – running and doughnuts – will come together at 120 E. Earle St. in downtown Anderson this April.
Uki Bowlz: Upcoming Greenville eatery features açaí, coffee, more
Camila Franco knew she wanted to have something like Uki Bowlz, her upcoming açaí and coffee shop, but she did not expect it to happen in her 20s.
Sully's Steamers franchise grows again with employee-turned-owner
When Robert “Sully” Sullivan first interviewed Andrew Clack about a job at Sully’s Steamers on West Washington Street in downtown Greenville, Clack told him point-blank that he didn’t do customers.
Street Pizza chef talks plans, passion prior to opening Greer spot
Adrian Dinica is a perfectionist.
Chicora Alley looks back on 20 years in Greenville’s West End
Chicora Alley Restaurant & Bar on South Main Street in Greenville is celebrating its 20th anniversary.
Eight holiday-themed cocktails to try in downtown Greenville
It’s the most wonderful time of the year.
Tanner's Big Orange closing after 80 years in Greenville
Tanner’s Big Orange is an institution in Greenville, as evidenced by the line that wound through the restaurant on Nov. 15 – the day it announced its closing.
C & C Italian Deli brings a little NYC to Greenville's Augusta Street
Sometimes you need a little bit of home.
Birds Fly South Ale Project is closing. What's next for the owners?
The end of an era is always challenging.
Charleston Beer Fest to brew up a great time
Discover new beers and sip on favorite brews during this year’s Charleston Beer Fest at Riverfront Park from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sept. 9.
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Theatre and the Arts
Updated rendering: Trueline music venue in Greenville's West End
Between recognizing the city of Greenville’s trailblazers and developing its 34,000-square-foot music venue, The Trueline Greenville team has been busy.
Trueline Greenville campaign highlights good works in the community
Doing good things does not always get recognized. Trueline Greenville wants to change that in Greenville by launching its See Good, Say Good campaign.
Writer, actor strikes affect S.C. productions
You’ve seen it all over social media: A-list actors discussing on their Instagram stories why the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) is on strike.
Is 'Dave' a True Story?
A little over ten years ago, on April 23, 2013, Dave Burd released his first video on YouTube, producing the video using money he saved from his Bar Mitzvah.
What the Fredo Kiss Meant for 'The Godfather' Franchise
It's one of the most memorable scenes in movie history.
The True Story Behind Jack Nicholson's Character in 'The Departed'
The Departed, directed by the legendary Martin Scorsese erupted in 2007 with a storm.
Photographer Bramblett documents rising sea levels
For many Charlestonians, flooded streets are a phenomenon you learn to expect.
47-foot Greenville mural symbolizes hope for the homeless
It was a chilly day at Triune Mercy Center, but not too cold
Summerville husband, wife team create faith-based musical
Summerville-based husband-and-wife team Chuck and Karen Smith explore the biblical story of David and go “beyond the lion’s den” in their captivating new musical.
PURE Theatre show an untold side of Anne Frank's story
Playwright Rinne Groff’s thought-provoking production Compulsion: or the House Behind delves into a story concerning perhaps the world’s most famous diary.
'Native Gardens' is a heartwarming tale of overcoming disagreements
Charleston Stage brings Karen Zacarías’ Native Gardens to the Dock Street Theatre through March 26 co-directed by Marybeth Clark and Henry Clay Middleton.
New play pays tribute to activist Clark
Septima is a new play by Patricia Williams Dockery offering an inside look at Charleston native and civil rights icon Septima P. Clark’s legendary life.