Good food is putting Greenville on the map in the guide. | Photo by Table 301
The MICHELIN Guide announced it will launch an “American South” guide this year, opening the door for local restaurants to earn Michelin stars for the first time in history.
We’ve tapped a few local leaders and influential food + beverage voices to get their reaction to this news.
“This is a coming-of-age for the culinary scene. It’s not just Greenville, it’s all of the midsize cities in the South. I think we’re already doing really well, but it will bring more recognition to cities like ours, Asheville, and Charleston.”
“This will be a game changer for any restaurant in Greenville that is recognized whether with a star, Bib Gourmand, or Recommended. When the results come out, anyone listed will see a flurry of new guests coming to see for themselves and anyone not on the list will be challenged to improve their standards in the hopes of being included in subsequent years.”
What do you think of this news, and what local restaurants do you think inspectors should be scouting? Sound off in our comments.
Why did brothers Andre and Edouard Michelin (who founded the tire company in 1889) create the very first Michelin Guide?
A. To promote fine dining and luxury travel experiences B. To increase tourism to Clermont-Ferrand (where Michelin was founded) C. To advertise new car models and auto innovations D. To encourage automobile travel
Jester Fest | 12-10 p.m. | Liability Brewing Company | Free entry | This “celebration of foolishness” features beer releases, live circus entertainment, and specialty food items.
First Fridays Gallery Crawl | Friday, April 4 | 6-9 p.m. | Various locations | Free | Navigate Greenville’s visual arts scene each month as galleries and venues are open to the public.
Saturday, April 5
Spring Market | Saturday, April 5 | 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. | Lichtenfelt Nurseries, Greer | Free entry | Shop local vendors, enjoy food truck fare, and sip on coffee as you prepare for the spring plant season.
SC Comicon 2025 | Saturday, April 5-Sunday, April 6 | Times vary | Greenville Convention Center | $25+ | This family-friendly event brings comic artists, writers, and media guests to Greenville.
iMAGINE Upstate STEAM Festival | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Main Street | Free | This festival showcases education and career pathways in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) through hands-on learning for families.
Greenville Drive vs. Bowling Green Hot Rods | 6:45 p.m. | Fluor Field | $11-$23 | Enjoy more Opening Weekend fun with Saturdays on the District, a two-hour pregame featuring inflatables, music, giveaways, food, drinks, and more.*
Sunday, April 6
Brunch with Jen | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | The Community Tap | Free entry | Sip on mimosas as you indulge in brunch bites from Chef Jen Anderson.
Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. South Carolina Stingrays | 3:05 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $31+ | Celebrate Fan Appreciation Day (and the final home game) at The Well with a pregame party on the plaza, a team poster giveaway, and a farewell to the season.
Greenville Drive vs. Bowling Green Hot Rods | 3:05 p.m. | Fluor Field | $11-$23 | You’ll want to arrive early — the first 1,000 fans get a team poster + access to a postgame autograph session.*
🎸 Win three-day VIP tickets to Lovin’ Life Music Fest
Presented by Southern Entertainment
Enter to win for the full VIP music festival experience | Photos provided by Southern Entertainment
Want to rock out VIP-style with 50+ chart-topping artists, including Gwen Stefani, Dave Matthews Band, Weezer, and Mr. Worldwide himself: Pitbull?
Now’s your chance, because we’re giving away a pair of three-day VIP tickets to the Lovin’ Life Music Fest in partnership with Southern Entertainment, coming to Uptown Charlotte May 2-4.
These premium tickets give attendees access to killer perks like the exclusive front-of-stage VIP viewing area, VIP-only food + drink vendors, and an air-conditioned lounge.
Ready to get rockin’? Enter to win by filling out this survey that takes ~30 seconds to complete. Our randomly chosen winner will be announced on Friday, April 11. Stay tuned.
Psst... don’t want to risk missing out? Three-Day and Single Day tickets are available for purchase now Find your favorite day and get tickets.
Developers have submitted annexation and rezoning requests for The Inn at Altamont to the city of Travelers Rest + the plans are expected to go before the city’s Planning Commission on Thursday, April 24. Find out what Travelers Rest Mayor Brandy Amidon thinks about this development moving into her city limits.
Number
13,845. That’s how many acres burned in the Table Rock fire, according to the SC Forestry Commission’s final update. As “containment nears 100%,” Table Rock State Park will reopen Monday, April 7. Rangers are assessing the safety of trails, but you can walk the lakeside trail + stay at the cabins and campsites.
Announced
The Main Stage lineup for Artisphere is here, featuring headliners Leyla McCalla, Honey Island Swamp Band, and Joe May, plus local acts including Clay Johnson & The Heartbreakers. We’ll see you at the festival from Friday, May 9 to Sunday, May 11.
Closing
Local bookstore Fiction Addition will close in mid-May. “We felt this was the right time for a new chapter,” the owners said in a statement. Shop 20% off books and 25% off gift items + celebrate the store’s final Independent Bookstore Day celebration on Saturday, April 26.
Travel
Houston, we are clear for takeoff. Southwest Airlines’ daily nonstop flight from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to Houston starts Tuesday, April 8. Bookmark our airport City Guide for everything you need to know before you go.
Civic
Want to track the progress of road projects? Greenville County launched a new interactive map showing the paving status of local projects. You can also use the map to see who maintains your road (the city, county, or state) + request paving projects.
Closing
MetoKote Corporation will close its electrocoating plant at the SC Technology & Aviation Center on June 1, laying off 113 employees. Since 2013, the plant has painted car and large truck exterior body panels. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Trending
Greenville’s a home run. Dodgers baseball player Mookie Betts — a three-time World Series champion + eight-time MLB All-Star — played for the Drive in 2013. He still says Greenville was his favorite minor league city on his way to The Bigs. You could see the next big name at Opening Night tonight.
History
Mull Mill this over. The Post & Courier Greenville is looking back at 10 of the textile mills that once powered our city and made us the “Textile Capital of the World.”
Weekend road trip, anyone? The Charleston Festival is in full swing now through Sunday, April 13, featuring house + garden tours, lectures, and a chance to explore the Holy City’s rich history, architecture, and culture. See the full lineup.*
Try This
Kick off your weekend the right way with First Fridays, returning tonight, April 4, from 6-9 p.m. throughout Greenville. Who knows? You may discover a new favorite artist or pick up a show-stopping statement piece to refresh your home. Plan your artsy evening.*
Could you save an extra $1,300 a year? A 2024 survey found that switching car insurance providers could save you that much money annually. What would you do with the extra cash? (We see a “White Lotus"-esque vacation in our future.) See if you could save.*
Category
Cause
It’s a primate time to support the zoo
She’s got the look. | Photo by The Greenville Zoo
Did you know every time you go to the Greenville Zoo, you support its conservation efforts?
We’re breaking it down by the numbers:
30,000+ — How many people visit the Greenville Zoo every year, which has a ~$9.5 million in economic impact
34 — How many years the Greenville Zoo earned accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) with less than 10% of zoos worldwide meeting its standards
169 — How many animals you’ll find at the zoo representing 66 species
19 — How many AZA Species Survival Plan Programs the zoo participates in
10 — How many AZA Saving Animals From Extinction animals you’ll find at the zoo
You can also support the Greenville Zoo at the Green Tie Gala on Friday, April 11 where a live auction will help raise money to create a new indoor-outdoor viewing area for Sumatran orangutans Kumar, Lana (pictured above), and Adira.
A pair of 5” lined track shorts from lululemon. Designed for running, the shorts have a built-in liner for extra coverage and wick away sweat fast. Psst — these Soothfeel athletic shorts are a great workout option, too.
I had a chance to catch a preview of “LISTEN” at the South Carolina Children’s Theatre and it’s unlike any theater experience I’ve had in our city. Grab a pair of headphones (like a silent disco) and travel through three simultaneous story lines in this choose-your-own adventure, immersive experience starting tonight and running through Sunday, April 13. It’s definitely kid-friendly, but I really enjoyed it as a grown up, too.
If you’re looking for something more adult, go listen to the sounds of “King James” next door at The Warehouse Theatre and cheer extra loud for the sound designer, City Editor Stephanie.
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