The holidays are here, and so is the need for fall-flavored-everything. With Thanksgiving tomorrow and more holidays just around the corner, pumpkin and peppermint aromas are in the air, and the demand for fall-flavored drinks has hit our local spots. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up seven local (and tasty) beverages to try. 🍂
Hot Cider | Exile, 9 Anderson St., Ste. B. | This warm + cozy drink is a local cider with brandy, rum, and baking spices.
Apple Cider Chai | Leopard Forest Coffee Co., 403 N. Poinsett Hwy., Ste. D, Travelers Rest | If you like a little sweet and a little spicy, say hi to this fall chai, made with apple cider, chai, and oat milk — delicious hot or iced.
Pumpkin Pie Latte | The Village Grind, 1258 Pendleton St. | If you need a little more caffeine, then we’d recommend picking up this pumpkin pie latte.
Pumpkin Pie Mylk | Southern Pressed Juicery, 2 W. Washington St. | If you’re less into sugar and prefer something on the healthier side, this drink is made with pumpkin, almonds, dates, purified water, agave nectar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and grey sea salt.
Mega Apple Freakshake | Grill Marks, multiple locations | Pie and ice cream, but put it in a glass and drink it in milkshake form? Count us in.
Toasted Marshmallow Latte | Modal, 813 Augusta St. | If you love some good s’mores, then try this toasted marshmallow latte from Modal.
Toasted Marshmallow Latte from Modal | Photo by @staymodal
Sake-It To Me | Juniper, 315 S. Main St. | Green apple cordial adds a fun fall twist to this gin drink made with junmai sake.
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Today
- Disney on Ice | Wed., Nov. 24-Sun., Nov. 28 | Times vary | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $20+ | See Mickey, Minnie, and other classic Disney favorites on ice, plus characters from Moana, Frozen, and Toy Story.
Ladies on da Mic | Wed., Nov. 24 | 8 p.m. | The Radio Room | Free entry | Take a chance on this ladies-only open mic night.
Thursday
- Electric City Gobbler 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run | Thurs., Nov. 25 | 8 a.m. | Anderson Mall Main Entrance, 3131 N. Main St., Anderson | $25+ | Start Thanksgiving with a run through fast and flat Anderson streets, open to runners of all levels.
- Black Friday Lock In | Thurs., Nov. 25-Fri., Nov. 26 | 8 p.m.-8 a.m. | Plate 108, 108 Poinsett St., Greer | $90 | Drop the kids off for a night of cooking fun while you shop Black Friday sales, including a dinner competition, midnight snack, and breakfast.
- Turkey Day 8k Run | Thurs., Nov. 25 | 7 a.m.-12 p.m. | Downtown Greenville | $20+ | Don your turkey costume and hit the streets for TreesUpstate’s annual Thanksgiving run.
Friday
- Christmas at the Farm | Fri., Nov. 26-Sun., Nov. 28 | 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | Arran Farm, 820 Lenhardt Rd., Easley | $7 | Turn picking out your Christmas tree into a festive experience, with fresh hot chocolate, trivia, arts and crafts, a photo booth, and vendors. 🎄
- Annie | Fri., Nov. 26-Sun., Dec. 19 | Times vary | South Carolina Children’s Theatre, 153 Augusta St. | $22 | Annie hits SCCT’s Bell MainStage with all the pluck and charm you’d expect from this record-breaking, Tony Award-winning musical.
- Hidden Agenda Masquerade Party | Fri., Nov. 26 | 8 p.m. | AC Hotel Greenville | $20+ | Dress to impress for a fun Friday night at this masquerade party.
Plan Ahead
- Christmas at The Grand Holland Estate | Wed., Dec. 1 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | 815 Holland Rd., Simpsonville | $35 | Enjoy the evening with loved ones, Christmas music, cash bar and hors d'oeuvres (seating is limited).*
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Jaime Sharp, Registered Dietician for the YMCA of Greenville | Photo provided
In addition to group fitness, personal training, and other wellness programs, YMCA of Greenville offers access to nutrition counseling. Registered dieticians like Jaime Sharp offer 30 or 60 minute sessions full of tools + tips to help meet an individual’s (or family’s) nutrition and wellness goals.
Perks of working with a registered dietitian include:
- One-on-one support
- Personalized nutrition plans (including meal planning assistance + sample grocery lists)
- Accountability and ongoing motivation to make lifestyle-appropriate changes*
Weather
- 55º | Sunny | 0% chance of rain
Biz
- Logistics and transportation company RL Solutions announced a $1 million investment to expand operations in Greenville County, creating 37 new jobs. Interested in joining the RL Solutions team? Send them an email.
- Looking for the perfect sneakerhead gift? Brendan Clark and Robert August opened Clout of the South in Haywood Mall over the summer, just as Robert graduated from UofSC + Brendan finished his junior year at Clemson. The store offers rare, high-end sneakers — check some out on their Instagram. (Greenville News)
Development
- A few weeks ago, we told you about plans for a new public safety building at the Fluor Daniel Campus, on the corner of Halton Road and Mall Connector Road. On Monday, Greenville City Council gave final approval for the $27 million project. (Greenville Journal)
- The Mosaic housing project announced plans for 47 single family homes in the West End, replacing plans for 133 apartments in the area after local residents pushed against the rezoning plans. (Greenville News)
Show
- Cirque Italia, an Italian water circus, will be at the Spartanburg Fairgrounds this weekend. Get tickets here to see the show under the big top from Nov. 25-Nov. 28. 🎪 (Greenville Journal)
Holiday
- Planning on Black Friday shopping? Most major retailers in the Upstate (including Kohls, Best Buy, Walmart, and Target) are participating in Black Friday. Find out what stores will be open early Friday morning. 🛍 (Greenville News)
- Greenville’s City offices will be closed on Thurs., Nov. 25, and Fri., Nov. 26. Thursday, there will be no downtown trolley or bus service + no residential garbage, yard waste, or recycling services — that means your Thanksgiving waste will be picked up Friday.
Cause
- Parsley & Mint mediterranean eatery is partnering with Toys for Tots this holiday season at their North Greenville location. Drop off donations now through Dec. 6 for a chance to win a catering package for eight. 🧸
Health
- We all know a bit about diabetes, but probably less about prediabetes. In this podcast, Prisma Health family medicine physician Sara Nelson-Owens, MD, explains what it is + what you can do to reverse this medical condition. *
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Ho-ho-Holiday parking is free downtown for the next few weekends — Nov. 24-27, Dec. 11-12, Dec. 18-19, and Dec. 24-26. Look for the Santa hats on this map for participating garages. Thank you for this early Christmas gift, City of Greenville. 👏
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Editor's Pick: DYK that Thanksgiving Eve (aka tonight) is one of the busiest days of the year for local bars? Consider having a drink at one of your favorite local spots tonight. Southernside Brewing is celebrating tonight with extended hours and special Thanksgiving cocktails, like their Apple Cider Old Fashioned and a Cranberry Bourbon Smash.
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