Five local gift ideas from Surcee, Greenville’s online shopping platform

The holiday season is in full swing — the end of the year will be here before we know it, which means that it's time to start knocking out your holiday shopping. To give our readers a head start, we’ve rounded up five of the coolest local gifts for anyone on your list — even the folks that are the hardest to shop for.

And we’ve got even more good news: All these gift ideas are available through Surcee, GVL’s very own local online shopping platform. We’ve told you about Surcee before — GVL’s virtual Main St. of goods by local favorite shops + retailers. (Read: If you buy your holiday gifts with Surcee, not only can you browse a curated collection of products, but also support a local biz right here in our own community — we love to see it.)

Now let’s talk gifts. 👇

Options include basil olive oil and white balsamic vinegar, Tuscan herb olive oil and traditional balsamic vinegar + more. | Photo via Palmetto Olive Oil Co.

For the chef 🍳

Idea: A gift basket from Palmetto Olive Oil Co.

Why we love it: Every home chef knows that using the freshest ingredients matters. A gift basket of Palmetto Olive Oil Co. infused olive oil + balsamic vinegar (hand selected to pair perfectly) is sure to add incredible flavor to their next kitchen creation.

Bonus: We’ve heard from our readers (that’s you) that this makes an excellent host gift, too.

For the art collector 🎨

Idea: A Joe Hiltabidel Photography print

Why we love it: Nothing says perfect art gift like an original piece of fine art photography. GVL-based photographer Joe Hiltabidel has 10 collections of photography available through Surcee that range from nature to minimalism, so there’s something to suit everyone’s taste. Bonus: Joe Hiltabidel prints can also be produced on metal or canvas.

Head to Surcee’s website to start shopping these ideas, and read on for 3 more.*

THREE MORE GVL GIFT IDEAS

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Today

adidas Reebok Employee Store Holiday Open House | Fri., Nov. 19-Sun., Nov. 28 | Hours vary | adidas Reebok Employee Store, 10 Quest Ln. | Free to shop | Get started on holiday shopping with employee-only prices and 50% off.*
Shag Dance Class | Tue., Nov. 23 | 6 p.m. | Gregory’s Boutique, 114 W. Poinsett St., Greer | $10+ | If you’ve always wanted to try shag dancing but don’t know how, join this beginner class with Foreverland Dance — no partner required
Thanksgiving Ladies Night Cake Decorating | Tues., Nov. 23 | 6:30 p.m. | Tip Top Cake Shop, 601 Williams Ave., Easley | $35 | Decorate your own cake with step-by-step instruction at this BYOB ladies night class. 🎂

Wednesday

SIP Whiskey Tasting | Wed., Nov. 24 | 6:30 p.m. | SIP Whiskey & Wine Bar | $20 | Sip on a selection of whiskeys from Hudson Whiskey NY, Coopers Craft, and Widow Jane 10 Year. 🥃
Ladies on da Mic | Wed., Nov. 24 | 8-9 p.m. | The Radio Room | Free entry | Take a chance on this ladies-only open mic night. 🎤

Thursday

TreesUpstate Turkey Day 8k | Thurs., Nov. 25 | 7 a.m. | Downtown Greenville | $20+ | Don your turkey costume and hit the streets for TreesUpstate’s annual Thanksgiving run. 🦃
Rivalry Fan 5k | Sat., Nov. 27 | 10 a.m. | Brewery 85, 6 Whitlee Ct. | $27.50 | Kick off the Clemson vs. UofSC game day with a showdown 5k.
17th Annual United Community Bank Turkey Day 8K | Thurs., Nov. 25 | 7:30 a.m. | Love Where You Live Mural, West Main Street, Spartanburg | $10+ | Runners are encouraged to bring a healthy canned good donation to benefit TOTAL Ministries. 🥫

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What we tried (with pricing):

The Walled Garden was full of thousands of multi-hued mums that practically glowed. One perk of being an Annual Passholder is access to the estate before and after regular opening hours, so I didn't feel rushed while exploring.

The Conservatory brimmed with lush plants + flowers, and I was positively enthralled. As an Annual Passholder, I get unlimited daytime visits to the estate year-round, so I can return anytime I want without paying the $66 daytime admission fee. Pro tip: Annual Passes (normally $249) are on sale for $199 through Dec. 21. (Hint: These make a great Christmas or Hanukkah gift.)*

WHAT NOT TO MISS

NEWS NOTES

Weather

55º | Sunny | 0% chance of rain

Development

Two new restaurants and an outdoor bocce ball or pickle ball court could be coming to the current Ice On Main site. Windsor Aughtry Commercial Group + Charleston’s Indigo Road Hospitality Group presented the proposal in a city council work session yesterday. (Upstate Business Journal)

Coming Soon

Voodoo Brewing Co., out of Meadville, PA, is coming to Fountain Inn in 2022. The new brewery will be located at 203 Main St. 🍻 (Upstate Business Journal)

Number

120. That’s how many rezoning requests Greenville County received this year (the most in at least 20 years). The majority of the requests sought to reclassify current zones for higher density, with the majority being new housing, and local residents have expressed concerns. (Post and Courier Greenville)

Featured

Why should people plan a visit to Greenville this holiday season? Southern Living Magazine says our giant Christmas tree and Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail are just a few of the ways our city turns on the charm in December. 🎄

Arts

“City of Women,” an exhibit commemorating women of the Upstate, will be on display at the Greenville Center for Creative Arts in March 2022 during National Women’s History Month. Artists who want to submit work for the exhibit can do so through Jan. 6. 🖼️ (Post and Courier Greenville)

Pets

Who says your dog can’t enjoy a Thanksgiving meal, too? Paws Up Pet Food in Greenville is offering Thanksgiving dinner for your furry friend for $10. Purchase a two-pound meal made of turkey, stuffing, steamed green beans, and sweet potatoes. 🐶 (FOX Carolina)

Award

Louise Franke, Spartanburg local + Clemson University Honors College biochemistry student, was officially named a Rhodes Scholar, making history as the first Clemson student to be named in the Rhodes community. (Clemson News)

Legacy

Louie Golden, a six-time championship-winning basketball coach in the Upstate, has died at 81 years old. Louie coached at Beck, Riverside, and Southside High Schools and secured 699 wins by the time he retired in 2009. (WSPA)

Edu

University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville aims to help future physicians develop the confidence, compassion, and skills essential for patient-focused care. Here’s how. 🩺 *

The Buy

If you’re a Greenville Federal Credit Union member, then you probably know that getting discounted tickets is one of the major membership perks. If you’re already planning your next Atlanta road trip, Greenville Federal Credit Union just added the Georgia Aquarium to their discount ticket program. 🐟 *

Biz

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Featured Home

Charming, treehouse tiny home with custom interior accents | 1 BD, 1 BA | $225,000 | This modern tiny home features custom cabinets, designer hardware and light fixtures throughout + incredible outdoor space with a fire pit and outdoor seating for the perfect wooded getaway.*

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