By Jan Scalisi , produced in cooperation with the HubCity Writers Project. There's a touch of Thailand in Spartanburg—and the number of locally owned restaurants that feature the well-known Thai staples of noodle dishes, spring rolls, delicious soups, curry, seafood, and spicy vegetables over rice might surprise a visitor to a mid-sized Southern town. These days, there are two thriving Asian cuisine restaurants w
By Brad Steinecke, produced in cooperation with the HubCity Writers Project. Whenever I visit Walnut Grove Plantation, I like to take a few minutes to walk out into the field facing the house and close my eyes. I enjoy letting the 21st century fade away, focusing on the quiet breeze and imagining the familiar natural landscape of the post-industrial Upstate transformed into its former self—the hardscrabble front
[caption id="attachment_3903" align="aligncenter" width="736"] Cribb's Kitchen[/caption] Who doesn’t love happy hour? Whether it’s having a cocktail after slipping out of work early or grabbing a locally-brewed beer right after the clock strikes 5 p.m., happy hours can be the perfect way to unwind after a long day, or a good networking opportunity, moving work to a different, more causal scene. For more
By Brad Wright, produced in cooperation with the HubCity Writers Project. I’ve always heard that 9 out of 10 restaurants fail in their first year. It stands to reason, then, that any restaurant that survives into its sophomore year and beyond must offer superior food, atmosphere and service. It would take me more space than I’ve been allotted to extol the many wonderful eateries here in Spartanburg. Rather, I
We love a home-cooked meal as much as the next person, but preparing a main course (or two) and countless side dishes in a house filled with guests can lead to a lot of stress for your festive feast. Whether you're turning Thanksgiving weekend into a getaway, or looking to make the cooking process a little easier, several Spartanburg County restaurants are there for you. From take-home, heat-and-serve options t
There’s a reason Spartanburg is known as a College Town. With more than 15,000 college students countywide, Spartanburg County is home to seven unique colleges and universities, each equipping their respective students with the skillsets they need to succeed after leaving school. Converse University, Sherman College of Chiropractic, Spartanburg Community College, Spartanburg Methodist College, the University of
