Pour yourself a cup of ambition. | Photo by Cohesive Coffee
Goals for 2025? To be a trendsetter. The New York Times (NYT) put together a list of food trend predictions for 2025, and here’s where you can become an influencer and try some these food trends in Greenville.
Coffee
Coffee has never gone out of style, but NYT predicts a switch to savory over sweet drinks this year. Good thing we have 40+ coffee shops to choose from.
We recommend the chicken salad. | Photos by GVLtoday
Photos by GVLtoday
Grab-and-go
It seems like we’re always on the move, and the NYT says 2025 shouldn’t be any different, so grab-and-go fare is expected to rise up the ranks. We love shopping at the Spinx Market & Eatery in the West End.
Hospitality
NYT predicts that people will crave companionship this year, and will look for more intimate dining experiences. To experience this, you should try the family-style dinner at Keipi.
January HerHaus Event | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | M. Judson Booksellers | $0+ | Hear from a panel about how to love yourself and appreciate your body at this community event for women in business.
Vista Chamber Players | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Sigal Music Museum | $5+ | Listen to the soothing sounds of this trio on clarinet, cello, and piano.
Upstate South Carolina Boat Show | Thursday, Jan. 23-Sunday, Jan. 26 | Times vary | Greenville Convention Center | $7+ | Check out the latest boats, including fishing, pontoon, speed, ski, and cruiser models, along with personal watercraft, accessories, and financing + insurance options.*
Friday, Jan. 24
Fourth Friday Conversations | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Mill Village Ministries’ Office | Free | Come together with the community to discuss and explore the intersection of faith and justice.
Tuscany Uncorked Society Wine Club Experience | 6-8 p.m. | Topsoil Restaurant, Travelers Rest | $40 | Italian restaurant and winery La Bottega Del Nobile will lead you on a journey with bites, Italian wines, and good company.
Freebird USA Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute | 8 p.m. | Radio Room Greenville | $20+ | Be as free as a bird at this tribute concert celebrating the works of this classic American band.
“The Very Hungry Caterpillar” | Friday, Jan. 24-Sunday, Feb. 9 | Times vary | South Carolina Children’s Theatre, Greenville | $22 | This must-see puppetry spectacle is straight out of the popular children’s books + is perfect for little ones.*
Saturday, Jan. 25
Frosty Farmer Winter Market | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | McAlister Square | Free entry | Shop local growers and makers at this indoor market.
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s… nope, it’s a plane. The Greenville Airport Commission is looking for members to “maintain airplane landing fields, regulate safety operations, and seek to add amenities” to the Greenville Downtown Airport. Take a peek at other open positions.
Outdoors
A $1 million conservation effort from The Nature Conservancy will protect ~500 acres of forest in Greenville County. The Awanita Valley Camp and Retreat Center (located along Hwy. 25) sees ~14,000 visitors per year, and while there, you can play disc golf, hike, or bike. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Number
$7.4 billion. That’s how much USC’s system has contributed to the state’s economic impact, according to a study by the Darla Moore School of Business. The eight-campus system also generates $224.6 million in annual state tax revenue. Read the full study. (Greenville Journal)
Concert
There’s no second chance to see Shinedown when they come to the Bon Secours Wellness Arena for the “Dance, Kid, Dance Tour” on Saturday, Aug. 23 with special guests Bush and Morgan Wade. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, Jan. 24 at 10 a.m.
Feel Good
Go Lana, it’s your birthday. Lana, the mama orangutan at the Greenville Zoo, celebrated her 40th birthday on Sunday. In our opinion, she doesn’t look a day over 30. Check out Lana and other meme-worthy animals at the zoo.
Featured Deal
Now through Tuesday, Jan. 28, Blo Blow Dry Bar is offering discounted Blo Tabs in-store only. Read: You can snag eight blowouts for $294 — that’s $10+ off per blowout. Credits never expire, and you can use them at any Blo location in the US. Plan your visit.*
Eat
Yes, healthy grocery shopping can be easy and affordable. Meet Thrive Market, where healthy living is simple. Get groceries for the whole family delivered to your door, free from 1,000+ harmful ingredients. Join to save 30% on your first order and claim a free gift worth $60.*
Wellness
Discover unparalleled speech clarity with this advanced, state-of-the-art hearing aid. With crystal-clear sound and a sleek, discreet German design, those experiencing hearing impairment can enjoy clear speech with minimum background distractions, even in the noisiest environments. Try the 45-day, no-risk trial.*
Health
Weight Loss by Hers is a holistic program crafted by experts in weight loss, nutrition, and psychology. Receive personalized treatment plans tailored to your goals by a medical professional, along with access to GLP-1 medications starting at $165 per month with a 12-month plan.*
Correction
We’ve gotta back alpaca up. The Galentines brunch event at Alpaca Southern (located in Travelers Rest) is Saturday, Feb. 8. Message its Instagram to secure your spot.
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Don’t wait, nominate
The stage is set for you. | Photo by the City of Greenville
Awards season is almost here, and the Grammys are on Sunday, Feb. 2. We have a lot of talent here in town, so we wanted to spotlight some local artists. We would like to present to you — drum roll, please — the GVLtoday Music Awards.
Here’s where you come in. We want to hear your favorite local artists, bands, and musical groups. Once we’ve compiled our list, we’ll present your nominees (AKA the GVLtoday Music Award winners) in an upcoming newsletter.
Psst... You can nominate someone who’s from Greenville (like Marcus King) or someone who lives in Greenville (like Brother Oliver.)
Single use face towels. Real talk: those washcloths you’ve used for years are likely harboring bacteria and roughing up your delicate moisture barrier. Go for a hygienic, gentler alternative with Sky Organics hypoallergenic face towels, made from 100% renewable plant fiber.
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