Despite suffering a broken right foot, just two days prior and a strong internal reluctance to shed my introvertedness, I flew to Salt Lake City, Utah and had an incredible foodie adventure, dining out and attending the Everything Food Conference. Because of my recent injury, I failed to plan a strict foodie itinerary; nevertheless, my husband and I found some excellent restaurants to recommend. Not only did I speak to strangers at the conference (a huge obstacle for me to overcome), I spoke to them about what I do for a living – write about food! Starting the Adventure was tough Reading about the 2018 Everything Food Conference last year,…
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Impressive Greenville Cantina 76 Brunch
Columbia, South Carolina based Cantina 76 has grown to five locations state wide in just ten short years. Founded by four college friends, the inspiring, elevated Mexican menu, accompanied by fresh craft cocktails has proven to be a delicious combination for diners. Recently, I had the pleasure of trying their new brunch menu:, which is served every Sunday, 11:00 am – 2:00 p.m. The brunch menu is full of classic dishes with a Mexican spin created by Executive Chef, David Grillo. Tasty libations are also served during brunch, like the honeysuckle mimosa, peach mimosa and bloody Mary. Cantina 76’s Brunch Menu Plenty of delectable choices abound the brunch menu. Typically, I…
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Cocktail Crawl in Greenville, South Carolina
***This is a sponsored post. Greenville, South Carolina has been ranked as one the fastest growing culinary destinations in the United States, but what about all the great libations and mixologist working at the many restaurants in the area? These masters of mixology are creating some of the best cocktails and I am going to tell you about five of my favorites. First and foremost, if taking a cocktail tour of Greenville, make sure to make driving arrangements in advance. Lowcountry Valet and Shuttle Co would be happy to escort you, or a group to whichever delicious destinations you choose, without the worry of being arrested or endangering other drivers. …
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Dinner at Grimaldi’s of Greenville
Dinner at Grimaldi’s of Greenville Grimaldi’s is a national chain pizzeria, now open in Greenville, South Carolina; upon their invitation, I decided to try their coal-fired oven pizza. Arriving on a Thursday, late afternoon, the after work crowd was starting to trickle into the restaurant. Most were opting for the convenient, outdoor patio, where patrons can sip a glass of wine in a pet-friendly environment, but shaded from the late summer sun. Grimaldi’s Beverages Grimaldi’s offers a large wine selection, by the glass or bottle. The Grimaldi’s exclusive Mille Gradi wine pairs very well with “The Don Pizza,” a carnivore’s delight. Mille Gradi, which means 1,000 degrees, is a unique…
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Iron Hill Brewery Pouring Craft Beer in Greenville
The craft beer scene is booming in Greenville and Iron Hill Brewery has decided to open their first location, outside the mid-Atlantic area, to the Upstate. In 1996, home brewers Kevin Finn, Mark Edelson and restaurateur Kevin Davies decided to open their first location in Newark, DE; penning the name after the historic Revolutionary War summit in Delaware, where General George Washington fought the British in the Battle of Cooch’s Bridge (aka Battle of Iron Hill). After opening 12 other locations throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Deleware, Iron Hill Brewery owners have brought their “made-from-scratch” upscale menu and on-site brewhouse to the Haywood Mall area. Wide Variety of Craft Beer With…
