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It’s tour time 📸

Inside Hotel Hartness, Greenville’s newest boutique hotel
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The 75,000-sqft property is located off Highway 14. | Photo by GVLtoday
What was once home to the Hartness family — the Greenvillians behind the Hartness community — will open in mid-to-late March as Hotel Hartness, a boutique hotel in Greenville’s Eastside.

We’re taking you along for a sneak peek.

The lobby

As we walked through the front door for our tour, we were greeted with a cocktail and a refreshing towel.

“That isn’t just something we did for you. Everyone will be greeted with that same level of service,” says Michael Bonasia, Director of Sales and Marketing for Hotel Hartness. “We’re hoping to bring hospitality back to hotels.”

We started in The Great Room that opens up to the courtyard, where there will be plenty of seating to sit and enjoy cocktails or small bites.

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Your morning eggs will come from Hartness’ chickens. | Photos by GVLtoday

Down the hall, in what used to be the Hartness’ primary bedroom, you’ll now find The Breakfast Room, where guests can enjoy a complimentary farm-to-table meal to kick off their day.

The rooms

The property features 69 suites in the main building.

We visited a deluxe suite, with a large walk-in shower and tub, and a separate seating area. This room comes with a view overlooking the pond behind Hotel Hartness.

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We’re ready for a staycation in a deluxe suite. | Photos by GVLtoday

We also peeked at standard room, which had fresh slippers, a bath robe, and macrons in place showcasing the hotel’s turndown service.

Hotel Hartness will also feature four spa suites where you can enjoy treatments in-room.

The restaurants and event space

A drop-in bar and lounge and fine-dining restaurant are set to open with the hotel next month. Click the button below for a look inside The Captain, plus how to secure your table at Patterson Kitchen & Bar.
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Friday, Feb. 24
  • Southern Home & Garden Show | Friday, Feb. 24-Sunday, Feb. 26 | Times vary | Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Dr., Greenville | $5-$8 | Shop thousands of square feet of exhibits, featuring landscaping, interior design, home entertainment, and more.
  • Pro Wresting TURBO Hot Pursuit | Friday, Feb. 24 | 7:30 p.m. | Brewery 85, 6 Whitlee Ct., Greenville | $10-$20 | Sip on a craft beer and snack on food truck cuisine as you watch some pro wrestling.
  • Sabalier Kickoff Classic | Friday, Feb. 24 - Sunday, Feb. 26 | 6-9 p.m. | Mesa Soccer Complex, 4806 Old Spartanburg Rd., Taylors | $10.00 | Come out for a weekend of soccer at this tournament hosted by Christ Church Episcopal School and Southside Christian featuring Upstate, and Asheville + Charlotte, NC teams.*
Saturday, Feb. 25
  • The Legendary James Brothers | Saturday, Feb. 25 | 2 p.m. | Greer City Hall, 301 E. Poinsett St., Greer | Free entry | Brothers Leon and Marshall of the oldest Gospel group in the US perform award-winning classics.
Sunday, Feb. 26
  • Gallery Tour | Sunday, Feb. 26 | 2-3 p.m. | Greenville County Museum of Art, 420 College St., Greenville | Free | Take a gallery tour to see the current exhibition, “Collection Highlights.”
Monday, Feb. 27
  • Trailside Blazers | Monday, Feb. 27-Monday, Aug. 21 | Times vary | The Commons, 147 Welborn St., Greenville | Free | Take a skate down the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail.
Tuesday, Feb. 28
  • Development Code Informational Meeting | Tuesday, Feb. 28, Wednesday, Mar. 1 | 4-6 p.m. | Prisma Health Welcome Center at Unity Park, 111 Welborn St., Greenville | Free | Join the City for drop-in open house meetings to view concepts and provide feedback on the draft development code.
  • University of South Carolina Upstate vs Clemson | Tuesday, Feb. 28 | 4-7 p.m. | Fluor Field, 945 S. Main St., Greenville | $11-$20 | Watch the Spartans and the Tigers face off on a neutral Greenville site.
Wednesday, March 1

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Meet authors Dennis Gillan (left) and Stephen Pihl (right) and get a signed copy of their book this Saturday at M. Judson. | Photo provided by Half a Sorrow Foundation
Authors Dennis Gillan and Stephen Pihl will be signing copies of their children’s book, “Nice Shoes! A little compliment can go a long way,” on Saturday, February 25 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at M. Judson Booksellers.

“Nice Shoes!” is based on a true story and was written to assist parents, teachers, and others in effectively opening discussions with children about their state of mind and overall wellbeing. Head to M. Judson on Saturday to grab a copy and meet the men behind the story of how a kind word saved a life.*
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Weather
  • 70º | Scattered showers | 50% chance of rain
Closing
  • The 05 Express Kitchen at Gather GVL is closing its booth Tuesday, Feb. 28. The restaurant says it “enjoyed the opportunity” to serve and has an “exciting announcement” coming soon.
Development
  • Plans for 73 houses and 26,000 sqft of commercial space behind Woodmont High School were withdrawn by the developer. Greenville County Councilman Rick Bradley says residents didn’t like the commercial plans but most were okay with the residential plans. The developer can apply to rezone the land for a new project, if they choose to, in six months. 🏘️ (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Coming Soon
  • Big Apple Doughnuts and Cafe is coming to West Butler Road in Mauldin (in the former T-Mobile) next month. Formerly located on Fairview Road in Simpsonville, the spot serves up cake- and yeast-based doughnuts, along with drinks (think: coffee, bubble tea, and smoothies). Follow its Facebook for opening updates. 🍩 (The Post and Courier Greenville)
  • Plush Makeup and Beauty Lounge — offering nail services, makeup, lash extensions, and facials — is opening in the Anderson Mall (3131 N. Main St., Anderson). Follow @plushmbl for details on its opening. 💄
Biz
  • Investment advisor group Means Wealth Management has moved its office to 325 Augusta Rd. from 330 Coffee St. The new location features additional space for employees and room to grow.
Kids
  • The Children’s Museum of the Upstate is opening a new exhibit: The Book Nook. The forest-inspired space will feature tree-like bookshelves holding reading materials for kids of all ages. Get your reading on starting Saturday, March 11. 📚
Plan Ahead
  • The Celtic Market is taking over Greer City Park on Sunday, March 12 in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. Shop local vendors, indulge in food and drinks, and do a jig to the live music. Take a peek at the full list of vendors. ☘️
Eat
  • Does the word “diet” always mean restriction (or fads that don’t work)? Apparently, not always. According to MUSC Health, scientific studies on the Mediterranean Diet show its effectiveness at reducing diseases, cancers, weight and depression. Get the deets on the diet that might actually be worth trying. 🍇 *
Finance
Number
  • 55°. That’s the optimal temperature for storing wine. So unless you enjoy keeping your humble abode chilled year round, we recommend buying a wine fridge to foster favorable conditions for long-term aging. Our pick: this sleek wine fridge with touch-panel control and capacity for 24 bottles. Cheers. 🍷 *
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Where tacos meet art 🌮

Condado Tacos features the work of Greenville artists in its wall-to-wall murals
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Condado Tacos is located at 1025 Woodruff Rd. | Photo by GVLtoday
Holy guacamole. There’s a new taco spot on the block. Meet Condado Tacos, now open in front of Cabela’s on Woodruff Road.

From chips and dips to build-your-own tacos to refreshing drinks (keep reading for the delicious details), the feature we can’t stop talking about is all over the walls.

Murals inspired by the Carolina Reaper (aka the Ghost Pepper) cover restaurant’s interior. The spooky design — featuring hidden details only eagle-eyed Greenvillians can spot — was painted with the help of SC muralists:
Now on to the food. Click the button below for what we tried and plan your taco feast with a peek at the full menu.
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Danielle.

Editor’s pick: Last night at A Southern Remedy was euphoric. Any chance to celebrate food and beverage movers and shakers in our community for a good cause makes for a great time. If you have FOMO, don’t worry. You can get your tickets to the next euphoria event, Sip Into Spring, on Thursday, March 16, or start signing up for Spring Fest events, Thursday, April 20-Sunday, April 23.

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