Discover Greenville's best fish markets for fresh and flavorful seafood. Expertly sourced catches, friendly shopkeepers, and insider tips to prepare your seafood feast.

The Sweet Life: Welcome to Dolce Italy.

A middle school principal and the former executive chef for the Dallas Cowboys have teamed up to help underserved students. Their common ground? They're both pit masters of their own barbecue restaurants. 
Impressed? So are we.

Traditional Indian Beverges provided by Shreya Desai, Green Laundry Lounge

Find authentic European dishes in Greenville, South Carolina

For this May the Fourth, we bring you a very loosely Star Wars-themed story: Boba Fête, in which we have a little fun with the name for boba aka bubble tea, give you some background on where it came from, help you figure out how in the heck to order it, and wherein the local universe to find it.

With spring comes plenty of rain, flowers, and pollen. While enjoying the new season, make sure you try these tasty, local options ranging from Greenville's first speakeasy pizza spot, Pizza Pacheggio (translated to Parking Lot Pizza) to the Green Market & Café, located within the newly opened Feed and Seed Co. at Judson Mill.

The Pickens Foodie makes the “Where do you want to go?” question much easier to answer when you’re in Clemson territory with this round-up of some of her favorite spots in The Pickens Foodie "Off The Grid" finds Part II.

Greg Brantley, owner of The Seafood Spot, set up shop with his wife and co-owner, Kenisha, two years ago in Greenville. The restaurant has grown into a MUST for seafood fanatics.

Gina Petti and Roberto Cortez infused their passion for food and culture into a deliciously thriving restaurant right here in the Upstate.

Whole strips of salty bacon and giant slices of ham cooking under fistfuls of decadent part-skim mozzarella cheese come together in a thick pie with a crispy, crunchy crust. Cue the Boiling Green, Ohio legend Myles Pizza.

“Hey babe, what’s for dinner?” Chances are you’ve found yourself and your significant other in a fight over this question more times than you’d like to admit. Check out these places in the Upstate that passed the test for both meat and plant-based eaters.

It’s time for the 2020 Best “Off The Grid Worthy” Restaurant List.

Yep, even in the south you can find the "real deal" when it comes to Vietnamese food. Mekong is just that.

For seventy years, Mac Smith's Country Store has been an upstate landmark on Lebanon Road just outside Pendleton.

Dora and Miguel Morales opened Pereira Bakery after moving to Greenville from New York eight years ago.

La Costeña might blend in but it's anything but ordinary. 

Food is a language we all know how to speak. OJ's Diner is remarkable because it has a power that pulls people and cultures together. 

Fresh sushi meets traditional Japanese food at Greenville's top-rated Japanese restaurant, SUSHI GO. Learn more about owner Max Godo and his dedication to keeping culture at the forefront of his operation.

Did you ever find a special place that you wanted to keep secret?

At the main entrance to the North Main Community, nestled behind popular Stone Avenue businesses lies a sweet little gem disguised as an average convenience store.

We asked, you delivered! Check out which local spots are serving up just a Little Pizza the Upstate’s Heart.

Inky’s came to life on June 2, 2015, by Bill Sickman along with his daughters Stacey Desrosiers and Jamie Niespodziani.

Meet Robin Greenfield of Greenfield’s Bagels and Deli. She's doing it the boiled way and we love it! 

Pour a cup of holiday cheer, nestle into a cozy chair, and read on for some delicious, heart-and-belly-warming food tales from here and around the world.

Read on about the top seven Upstate disc golf courses to enjoy - with some very important tips!!!

Learn about where your food comes from! Greenville SC's Rabbit Crest Farms is run by a trio of passionate new farmers who left their old jobs behind when the world shut down.

Sarah DuBose knows what it’s like to be the new kid, the one who doesn’t quite feel at home. She created Sassafrass Flowers at Reedy River Farms…

Mr. Rogers always said “Look for the helpers” as a way to cope during difficult times.
Well… 2020 has definitely proven to be quite the challenge! 😜

We are more than slightly overly caffeinated and full of sugar, spice, and everything nice, but we have finally narrowed down the dozens of locally made, autumn-inspired coffee specialty drinks to our favorite top 5, with two honorable mentions.

“We don’t need more celebrations of technology right now. That’s almost the status quo. What’s exciting are things that feel older, more personal, more hands-on,” said Wava Carpenter, curatorial director of the Design Miami fair, in a recent interview. Take a peek at some local favorites that offer complimentary gift wrapping.
As always.

“I’ve always loved being on stage. I think I was born loving it.”

Looking to add some sparkle to your plate? Jump in and hitch a ride to Sparkle City with us as we find out what Spartanburg's extensive food scene is all about.

Meet Jeff Zaglin. Most folks know him as the fun loving, Greenville Native who owns Greenville's beloved Army Store.

Your ultimate “off the grid” fall foliage and food guide.

“You know what’s hilarious? When I get called a ‘pot-head’ or a ‘burn-out’ because I founded Cannabis Forward…Lord, it cracks me up!” Emily McSherry

How does the OTGG crew do a food festival? We’ll let you in on our little secret…

The 2023 barbecue throwdown on April 15, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., promises more than 30 chefs and pitmasters paired up in teams that combine the best of the Upstate’s culinary talent with barbecue legends from Chicago, Louisiana, Texas, Virginia, Georgia and the Carolinas.

GET READY FOR SOME FUN…

Group Therapy will be provided by a team of three talented folks behind Big Air Trampoline Parks. Their mission is to inspire play through connection with others. Games, drinks, food, and more… Follow along through social media as this is a developing story.

This brunch was really about the extraordinary humans, helpers, small businesses, and creative souls we rally for every day. YOU are the reason we do what we do! Every brunch bite, clinking cocktail, henna-d hand, swag bag, and auctioned item was provided by our friends who epitomize Off The Grid values. This was our chance to shine a bright light on them while also giving a big ol’ brunchy hug to the locals in our favorite city.

This biannual, one-of-a-kind festival tucked away in rural Greer on the Skunk Farm is unique to the Upstate,
and we’re here to tell you all of the reasons you should love it as much as we do.

Salsa under the stars anyone?

The Pickens County Flea Market AND Pickens Bargain Exchange Flea Market have been a staple in the Pickens community for almost 35 years.

Spring is prime GLAMPing weather in the Upstate.

The Annual May Greek Festival
 

The Skunk Farm is a unique music and camping venue in Upstate, South Carolina. 

Earn your Sparkle Badge! Here’s a great list of ‘things to do’ for day in Spartanburg, SC.

Brick Street Café has been keeping a delicious secret.