City Editor Danielle here. When I heard Tavola was serving up Buddy the Elf’s spaghetti topped with maple syrup, M&Ms, marshmallows, and crumbled Pop Tarts, I passed through the seven levels of the candy cane forest, past the sea of swirly-twirly gum drops, and then I walked through the Lincoln Tunnel to get to Bridgeway Station for a taste.
Tavola will also have a chocolate fettuccine on the menu.
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Straight from the screen and on to your plate, you’ll find this and other specials (like “The Grinch’s” roast beef feast) among the dishes, drinks + desserts at Table 301 restaurants this holiday season.
The popular Greenville hospitality group featuring Soby’s, The Nose Dive, The Lazy Goat, The Jones Oyster Co., CAMP, and Tavola is starting a new tradition with specials inspired by your favorite holiday films. Pro tip: Click the link on each restaurant’s name to follow its Instagram as they unveil the specials in the coming days.
Do the South Carolina Gamecocks deserve to be in the College Football Playoff?
The Clemson Tigers can clinch a spot in the playoff with a win over SMU in the ACC Championship Game tonight at 8 p.m., but the Gamecocks are at the mercy of “the committee.” Currently, they’re two spots back from making it into the 12-team playoff, sitting at No. 14.
Yoga at BridgeWay Station | 10-11 a.m. | BridgeWay Station, Simpsonville | Free | Bring your own mat for this class from local yoga instructor Emily Gillespie.
Indie Craft Parade Holiday Market | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | 2909 Old Buncombe Rd. | Free entry | Purchase holiday gifts directly from artists at this mini-market (in addition to the pop-up holiday shop).
“Anastasia” | Saturday, Dec. 7-Sunday, Dec. 22 | Times vary | Greenville Theatre | $43+ | Head to the theatre “Once upon a December” for a journey to the past with this new Broadway musical.
Sunday, Dec. 8
Winter Wonderland Market | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Dog Culture | Free entry | Snap your pup’s picture with Santa Paws as you shop local vendors.
Distinguished Lecture Series: Vee Popat | 3-4:30 p.m. | Sigal Music Museum | Free entry | Learn about servant leadership in and out of the arts from the director of Greenville’s Fine Arts Center.
Wreath Workshop | 6 p.m. | Sweet June Floral Co. | $85 | Learn how to create a one-of-a-kind holiday wreath using fresh + local holiday greens, dried ingredients, dehydrated citrus, and ribbon.
Wednesday, Dec. 11
Feast of the Seven Fishes Italian Wine Dinner | 6-8:30 p.m. | Curean | $195 | An Italian tradition, enjoy the Feast of the Seven Fishes with dishes by Curean Chef Austyn McGroarty + Restaurant 17 Chef Haydn Shaak.
Thursday, Dec. 12
Cookies and Cocoa | 6-8 p.m. | Cartwright Food Hall, Greer | $37 | Decorate six sugar cookies as you sip from the bottomless hot cocoa bar + nibble on Dip’t Cookies.
Mocha mousse. That’s Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year, which was selected through global research and analysis to reflect “our desire for comfort” and “the indulgence of simple pleasures.” See if you can spy any mocha mousse shades in these murals around Greenville.
The Word
Oxford University Press announced its pick for Word of the Year — “brain rot.” Other finalists included “lore,” “dynamic pricing,” and “slop.” Counter the brain rot by touching grass at a local park or heading to one of these 10+ museums in Greenville. (Time Magazine)
Travel
Southwest fliers should get their ginger ale while they can. This week the airline began to end its cabin service earlier — at an altitude of 18,000 ft — to reduce injuries. It’s all good — there are plenty of food and drink options at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport before you board. (Fast Company)
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Looking for a gift that provides an experience? Check out this South Carolina Adventure Bucket List deck that comes with 50 scratch-off cards with things to do all around the state — including Greenville + surrounding areas like Taylors, Campobello, and Greer.
Real Estate
More people moved to the South than any other region in 2024, according to a report from the National Association of Realtors. It also shares the top reasons why movers chose a specific area, including proximity to loved ones, home price, and taxes. Newcomer? Read our guide to becoming a Greenvillian.
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Gather the family and friends to celebrate what makes the holiday season special with this guide featuring 50+ winter events.
Holiday happenings
Poinsettia Christmas Parade | Saturday, Dec. 7 | Downtown Greenville A 75+ year tradition, kick off the start of the holiday season in Greenville with holiday floats and family-friendly activities.
A Very Grateful Christmas! | Saturday, Dec. 7 | Grateful Brew Get your photo taken with Santa and sip on holiday beer and coffee offerings (or hot cocoa for the kids), all benefiting YouthBASE.
Holiday markets
The Village Christmas Market | Tuesday, Dec. 3-Tuesday, Dec. 24 | The Village of West Greenville Shop local vendors, enjoy live music, warm up by the fire, and pick out the perfect spruce from the Christmas tree lot.
Holiday Fair and Kringle Village | Saturday, Dec. 7 | Greenville Convention Center Peruse 400+ vendor booths, explore the North Pole kids zone, indulge in festive food and drinks, and enjoy family-fun entertainment.
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If you’re looking for a holiday road trip, might I suggest Murrells Inlet for a visit to Nights of a Thousand Candles at Brookgreen Gardens? It’s one of my favorite holiday traditions in SC, and I’m also a big fan of walks at Huntington Beach State Park in the winter (when it’s empty). It’s the best time to find sand dollars, in my experience. We have a full guide for road tripping to Pawleys Island, if you need even more recommendations.
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