Who’s competing?

• Chef Michael Sibert of White Wine & Butter
• Chef Cima Mathur of Persis Biryani Grill
• Chef Jonathan Smiley of Embassy Suites Golf Resort and Conference Center
• Chef Addison Stone of The City Club

What are the awards?

• Best Presentation
• Most Creative
• Best Taste
• Most Entertaining
• Bonus: For the first time this year, there will be a special Judges Award

What comes with my ticket?

• Salsa at Sunset | Friday, July 19 | 6:15-10 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza , 315 S. Main St., Greenville | Free entry | Join Upstate International and BDV Solutions for an evening of music and dancing.
• Peach Fest | Friday, July 19 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery, 205 Cedar Lane Rd., Greenville | Free entry | Take part in this celebration of local peaches with various events like face painting, ice cream, and a watermelon explosion contest.
• Greenville Drive vs. Bowling Green Hot Rods | Friday, July 19 | 7 p.m. | Fluor Field, 945 South Main St., Greenville | Prices vary | After a stint away, the Drive are back against the Bowling Green Hot Rods (and stick around for Friday Night Fireworks).*

• “Beautiful Villain” Book Launch | Saturday, July 20 | 2-4 p.m. | Fiction Addiction, 1175 Woods Crossing Rd., Greenville | Free | Attend a retelling of “The Great Gatsby” with southern gothic vibes + a supernatural twist.
• Greenville Margarita and Mimosa Fest | Saturday, July 20 | 2-8 p.m. | Ink n Ivy, 21 E. Coffee St., Greenville | $27-$35 | Explore five local bars at this cocktail celebration.
• Greenville Drive vs. Bowling Green Hot Rods | Saturday, July 20 | 7 p.m. | Fluor Field, 945 South Main St., Greenville | Prices vary | Enjoy a Saturdays on the District street party with the family starting at 5 p.m., with player autographs at 6 p.m. and the first pitch at 7 p.m.*

• Iron Caterer Kick Off Party | Sunday, July 21 | 3-6 p.m. | Social Latitude, 1812 Woodruff Rd., Greenville | $15 | Kick off this annual foodie fundraiser with live music from Randomonium!.
• Greenville Drive vs. Bowling Green Hot Rods | Sunday, July 21 | 3 p.m. | Fluor Field, 945 South Main St., Greenville | Free entry | Get ready for enchantment during the most magical day of the season, with princesses, ice cream bars, singalongs, and more.*

• Local Cue announced via Instagram that it will no longer be serving alcohol, citing the “ongoing SC venue crisis” as the reason. However, the sports bar plans to remain open serving food for lunch and dinner.

• Group Therapy Pub & Playground is getting a makeover. According to its Instagram, it will soon be the proud owner of a new kitchen and menu. Get ready to enjoy tacos, burgers, dips, and desserts while you play indoor games.

• The Travelers Rest Farmers Market needs your vote to be “America’s Favorite Farmers Market.” It’s currently number one in SC, and hopes to achieve the top spot in the southeast. Did we mention the winner gets $5,000? Grab your reusable tote + cast your vote.

• It takes a village. Village Launch Market is hosting a beach party on Saturday, Aug. 3. from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Head to 1225 Pendleton St. for 20+ vendors, food trucks, and live music.

• Celebrate Christmas in July by adopting a new pet from Greenville County Animal Care. This Sunday, July 21 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., adoptions are free. Bring home a furry friend and send us pictures.

• M. Judson Booksellers put together its own New York Times “Best Books of the 21st Century” list. Peek your local booksellers must-read books.

• Clink, clink — we’d like to make a toast. Drink Up Week is coming Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26. To celebrate Greenville’s buzzy beverage culture, local businesses are offering fun drink deals throughout the week. Map your route and raise a glass.

• Have a planning session or leadership retreat coming up? Host it in one of Endeavor’s engaging conference rooms. “[I had an] excellent experience, from initial reach out [to] sharing pricing/quotes and using the facility. Our team had a productive, convenient, and comfortable space. We will definitely return,” a user recently raved.*

• Experience all four seasons at the Biltmore — and snag an exclusive discount — by becoming a Passholder at Biltmore® before the end of July. Enjoy unlimited visits to all 8,000 acres, plus free admission for kids and big savings on shopping, dining, estate events + more. Join today and save.*

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