Let’s taco ‘bout GVL’s new Taco Trail 🌮

We cracked the code by eating a Nashville Hot Chicken Taco. | Photo by GVLtoday

Greenville is giving us something to taco ‘bout. In honor of National Taco Day, which just so happens to fall on Taco Tuesday, Oct. 4, this year, VisitGreenvilleSC is launching the Taco Trail.

The challenge: Stop by 12 Upstate taco joints, eat the featured taco + get the secret codeword.The reward: Good vibes, a full stomach + exclusive swag:

🌮 4 stops | Get a Taco Trail sticker
🌮 8 stops | Sip from your Taco Trail tumbler
🌮 12 stops | Proudly sport your Taco Trail hat

We accepted the challenge to give you a preview. Are you up to the task?

Papi’s Tacos, 300 River St., Ste. 123 | Refried beans + cactus taco
Willy Taco, 217 Laurens Rd. | Crispy avocado taco
White Duck Taco Shop, 1320 Hampton Ave., Ste. #12B | Bangkok shrimp taco
Farmhouse Tacos, 164 S. Main St., Travelers Rest | Buttermilk Fried Chicken Taco
Asada, 903 Wade Hampton Blvd. | Tacos de camarones + mole
Cantina 76, 103 N. Main St., Ste. #101 | Peruvian shrimp taco
Automatic Taco, The Commons, 147 Welborn St. | Nashville hot chicken taco

We carnita a lot more tacos. | Photo by GVLtoday
Comal 864, 1112 Woodside Ave. | Birria quesitacos
Home Team BBQ, 815 Laurens Rd. | Chopped brisket taco
Califas, 30 Orchard Park Dr., Unit 4 | Birria taco
Saltwater Kitchen, 700 Haywood Rd., Ste. 1001A | Crispy fish taco
Garcia’s Cuisine, 1003 N. Old Laurens Rd., Fountain Inn | Taco Loco

Once you eat all the tacos + crack all the codes, bring your completed passport to the Visitor’s Center (206 S. Main St.) to claim your prizes. Taco fans who try all 12 and hand in their passport by April 15, 2023 will be entered to win the grand prize — two VIP tickets to the Tacos ‘n Tequila festival, date TBA.

Are you ready for it? Click the button below for an interactive map to help you plan your taco travels.

HIT THE TRAIL

Guac and talk on the Taco Trail with a friend.

EVENTS

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Today

9Round Kickboxing | Tues., Oct. 4 | 6 p.m. | Camperdown | Free | BYO mat and water bottle + get ready to sweat with this free kickboxing workout. 🥊
Founders Forum | Tue., Oct. 4 | 12-1 p.m. | Next Innovation Center, 411 University Ridge | Free | This new educational series from NEXT educates founders in core disciplines like this week’s topic: Intellectual property.

Wednesday

The Melvins | Wed., Oct. 5 | 8 p.m. | Radio Room, 110 Poinsett Hwy. | $25+ | Celebrate hitting the mid-point of the week by listening to this grunge and sludge metal band. 🎸

Thursday

Wine Tasting: Halloween Candy Pairings | Thurs., Oct. 6 | 6:30-8 p.m. | What Ales You, 105 New Plaza Dr., Ste. C | $15+ | Enjoy this guided tasting of six wines paired with some of your favorite Halloween candies. 🍫

Friday

First Fridays | Fri., Oct. 7 | Locations vary | Free entry | Join MAC in exploring over 25 local art galleries on the first Friday of every month + plan your route with the interactive map. 🖼️

Saturday

The Cook’s Station Fall Festival | Sun., Oct. 9 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Cook’s Station, 515 Buncombe St, Greenville | Free | Shop tent sales, listen to live music, snack on food samples + sip on wine tastings to celebrate fall. 🍂

We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

100+ MORE EVENTS

Arts

Just announced: Artists for MAC’s 20th annual Open Studios 🎨

Since its inception, over 675,000 people have traveled to Greenville from throughout the region to visit artists in their studios, purchasing over $4.96 million in local artwork | Photo provided by MAC

Believe it or not, this fall is the 20th anniversary of Open Studios, MAC’s annual visual art event where hundreds of local artists open their studios to the public.

This year, over 140 artists will participate in the event (happening Sat., Nov. 12-Sun., Nov. 13). Attendees can:

Personally connect with Greenville’s practicing artists
Enjoy exclusive talks and demonstrations
Add one-of-a-kind pieces to their personal collection

Bonus: Select studios will host a preview night on Fri., Nov. 11.*

LEARN MORE ABOUT OPEN STUDIOS

NEWS NOTES

Weather

76º | Sunny | 10% chance of rain

Opening

Namaste and celebrate. Shine OM Yoga (556 Perry Ave., Ste. B101) is celebrating its grand opening on Fri., Oct. 7 from 6-9 p.m. Drop in for a peek of the new studio + toast to Shine OM’s future success. 🙏

Closed

The Travelers Rest Library Branch (17 Center St., Travelers Rest) is temporarily closed due to maintenance. You can still return books + pick up on-hold items during regular hours until the branch reopens Tues., Nov. 1. 📚 (The Post and Courier Greenville)

Number

6 million+. That’s how many cars BMW has produced at its Greer plant since it first broke ground 30 years ago. Car No. 6,000,000 was a Java Green Metallic BMW X6 M, but you won’t be able to buy it. The car will be kept in the factory as part of the BMW historic collection. 🚙 (The Post and Courier Greenville)

Announced

Carolina, Clemson, and Furman fans, this one’s for all of you. The Greenville Winter Invitational basketball tournament will tip off at Bon Secours Wellness Arena on Sat., Dec. 17. While the Gamecocks and Tigers won’t be going head-to-head, peep the schedule of the one-day, six team tournament. 🏀

Civic

Heads up: The last day to register for in-person voting for the general election is this Friday. For context, the deadline to register to vote in person + update your address is 30 days before Election Day, which is Tues., Nov. 8. Register online. (WCSC)

Featured

What is, a Furman alumnus won “Jeopardy” four days in a row? David Sibley, who has a bachelor’s (2007) and master’s (2008) in chemistry from Furman University took home $78,098 in total winnings.

Asked

GVL has the meats. With tailgating season in full swing and the holidays just around the corner, we’ve got to know: What are your favorite butcher shops + meat markets in Greenville? Let us know.

Shop

Pumpkin spice lattes aren’t the only thing heating up this fall. Shop the hottest local fashion in our online retails store, all while supporting GVLtoday. We’re talking cozy sweatshirts, comfortable caps, and fashionable bags. Snag your favorite GVL gear now.

Drink

We’re a beverage-loving kind of people (peep our craft mocktail guide), so allow us to level up your libations. Craft cold brew at home with this Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker and open wine with ease with this cordless electric wine opener. Did we mention each is rated over 4.5 stars? 🌟*

Award

Greenville Federal Credit Union has been named one of the 2022 Best Credit Unions to Work For by American Banker. The list includes 70 credit unions across the country. Congrats, y’all. 🎉 *

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Food

Three spots to snag a margarita

We go together like tacos + tequila. | Photo by GVLtoday

Is a taco complete without a margarita? While you marga-think about that, here’s a couple places to patronize the Patrón:

🍹White Duck Taco Shop, 1320 Hampton Ave. Ext., Ste. 12B | Take a quick walk down Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail to let the tacos settle, then grab a fresh lime margarita.

🍹Cantina 76, 103 N. Main St. | As much as we love a classic marg, try the Strawberry Basil with your choice of tequila.

🍹Willy Taco, 217 Laurens Rd. | You will not regret the El Camino Daddy (with fresh-squeezed orange) or go the purist route with the Super Fresh. Plus, Willy Taco is hosting a Tequila Dinner on Mon., Nov. 14 at 6 p.m.

Or maybe you’re not in a margarita-mood. In that case, head over to Papi’s Tacos (300 River St.) for a cold glass of horchata.

Sugar or salt? Let us know your favorite spot for tacos and tequila.

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Danielle + Jessalin.

Editor’s pick: While I like to think I could do pretty well on “Jeopardy,” I think I’ll stick to local trivia nights. Where’s your favorite spot to show off your knowledge? Let me know.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Learn how a Greenville banker is working to close the economic gender gap.

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