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Perfect Buns, hun 🍔

This not-so-new burger restaurant is aiming for perfection this March
Burgers in the air
*Not* us drooling over here. | Photos via Perfect Buns
After closing for the winter in December 2022, the walk-up burger restaurant, Social Burger at the AC Hotel in Camperdown Plaza (20 E. Broad St., Greenville) is coming back in mid-March with a refined concept and new name: Perfect Buns.

“Specializing in handheld happiness and tasty goodness,” the burgers, brews, and handhelds restaurant will prioritize fresh ingredients that it says are high-quality and affordable, with a menu and service that’s “uncomplicated and easy to love.”

🍔 To eat

Diners can expect much of the same Social Burger cuisine, with smash burgers and sandwiches along with some new additions like chicken bites and salad wraps.

Lacto-fermented pickles, toasted buns, and a Perfect Sauce — that “took weeks to develop” — will also be part of the dining experience, which can be enjoyed by ordering at the window or online for pick-up and feasted on in Camperdown Plaza or taken to go.

🥤 To drink

What’s your drink of choice? Take your pick of beer and wine on tap or lean into the imminent warm weather with a Frosé or frozen sangria. Stunnin’.

Stay tuned for opening details and hours by following Perfect Buns on Instagram and Facebook or check out its website.
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Thursday, Feb. 23
  • Runway Cafe on “Restaurant Impossible” | Thursday, Feb. 23-Friday, Feb. 24 | Times vary | Watch on Food Network | Free | Greenville Downtown Airport’s Runway Cafe makes its debut on season 20 of the Food Network show, “Restaurant Impossible.”
Friday, Feb. 24
  • Symphonic Winds in concert | Friday, Feb. 24 | 7:30-9 p.m. | McAlister Auditorium, 3300 Poinsett Hwy., Greenville | Free | The Furman Department of Music presents a concert with the Symphonic Winds, conducted by Sue Samuels.
  • Cliff Cash | Friday, Feb. 24, Saturday, Feb. 25 | Times vary | Comedy Zone, 221 N. Main St., Greenville | $20-$25 | This nationally touring comedian and NC native makes his return to this Greenville stage.
Saturday, Feb. 25
  • Southernside Brewing 2nd Birthday Party and Carnival | Saturday, Feb. 25 | 11 a.m.-11 p.m. | Southernside Brewing Co., 25 Delano Dr., Greenville | Free entry | Celebrate Southernside Brewing Co.'s second year around the sun at this family-friendly carnival with fair food, entertainment, and drink specials.
  • Boy Named Banjo | Saturday, Feb. 25 | 7 p.m. | Blindhorse Saloon, 1035 Lowndes Hill Rd., Greenville | $12-$15 | Jam to this Nashville-raised five-piece band that’s a “fusion of contemporary country, Americana and folk-rock stacked on a foundation of bluegrass.”
Sunday, Feb. 26
  • Mardi Gras themed Brunch with Mangia Martorell | Sunday, Feb. 26 | 12-3 p.m. | Fireforge Crafted Beer, 311 E. Washington St., Greenville | Free entry| Feast on a themed brunch with Fireforge teammate and pop-up chef Chris Martorell plus enjoy funk music from DJ Lil’ Shay.
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  • 2023 Downtown Dribble | Saturday, Mar. 4 | 2 p.m. | NOMA Square, 220 N. Main St., Greenville | Free | Join in on the action of the 2023 SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament and participate in the Downtown Dribble presented by VisitGreenvilleSC.
  • Sip Into Spring | Thursday, Mar. 16 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Restaurant 17, 10 Rd. of Vines, Travelers Rest | $80-$435 | Get an early taste of euphoria with small plates by Chef Haydn Shaak and enjoy the option to stay the night at Hotel Domestique.
  • Executive Fight and Pro-Am Charity Event | Saturday, Apr. 8 | 6 p.m. | Shrine Event Center, 119 Beverly Rd., Greenville | $50-$1,000 | Catch four undefeated professional boxers plus youth boxers at this exhibition event — a portion of the proceeds go to the Center for Educational Excellence and Greenville Boxing Network.

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  • The City of Greenville is proposing to use $1 million+ from the American Rescue Plan to build affordable rental apartments. The initial proposal calls for “at least six, 720-square-foot apartments on land-banked property… at about $780 a month.” The City plans to host a public Zoom meeting for input on Tuesday, Mar. 14. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
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  • Sofrito Latin Restaurant co-owner Hector Batista and Realtor Jose Rodriguez are opening a food truck village at the corner of Mauldin Road and South Pleasantburg Drive near Home Depot in late April or mid May. The pet- and family-friendly venue will have indoor and outdoor space, full bar service, and live entertainment. (Upstate Business Journal)
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  • $213,000. That’s how much Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery spent on local food and produce in January — $107,000 with local food makers and $106,000 with farmers. The cafe and grocer says buying from these local businesses is “keeping money in our community, keeping small family farms and food businesses afloat, and keeping food real.” 🥕
  • $6.7 million. That’s how much laser technology manufacturer Erchonia Corp. will invest to move its headquarters to Greenville County from FL. The move is expected to create 51 jobs at Southchase Industrial Park (Southchase Blvd., Fountain Inn) and be operational by October. (Upstate Business Journal)
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Brunch is calling 🍽️

50+ brunch restaurants to try in Greenville
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Pro tip: Multiple juice options for mimosas is always the vibe. | Photo at The 07 by GVLtoday
In our opinion, brunch is always a good idea. Whether it’s for the grits bar at Nose Dive or a quick stop at basta. for a cinnamon roll, the combination of breakfast and lunch is something we hold very close to our hearts.

Fortunately for us, Greenville is home to plenty of brunch options. Here are a few we’ve been loving recently:
Which one will you be going to and what classic brunch beverage will you order? Let us know.
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Kyle.

Editor’s pick: If you can tell from today’s newsletter that I’m hungry, you’d be right. Yesterday, Danielle and I got to tour the new Hotel Hartness opening mid-to-late March — including Patterson, its new restaurant. I don’t know what I’m more excited for: The farm-to-table ingredients or the views from the floor-to-ceiling windows. Lock in your reservation to be the first to get a taste of the new hotel and stay tuned for our sneak peek.

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