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I’m not one to rush along a season.

But I want to keep y’all informed about the local love in all the ways.

I’m putting together a Valentine’s article highlighting local gift ideas and restaurant specials.

I’ve spotted adorable children’s valentine’s clothing at @wildlapinboutique and I know @katelynpinnerstudio is a dreamy spot for flowers. Definitely a gift guide will include beautiful items from @urbanharetr and the always smart choice of plant from @wildertr .

Date night ideas include a stay at @hotel_domestique and dinner at @restaurant17 .

Tell me what else I should include!

Cheers to love! ❤️

📸 by @hotel_domestique

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A Day in the Life …

I headed to the west side of Greenville this morning for a work session with @joannaburschstudio at @thevillagegrind and while I was waiting to order my London Fog (I am a creature of habit) I ran into Rachel from @wetknotfarms delivering some gorgeous tulip blooms.

I love seeing TR people everywhere.

(Bumped into the talented @libramos of @goodprintedthings too!)

Happy Thursday, friends.

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You asked and we delivered!

What a delight to partner with @wildlapinboutique to create the cutest little run of t-shirts, sweatshirts and hats for YOUR CUTE KIDS.

Designed locally by @thelondonscout (my daughter !).
Printed locally by @the_tshirt_company_printing
Sold locally at @wildlapinboutique

Y’all.
These are so precious, such great quality and so adorable.

If you buy them fast, we’ll just print more!

Pop over to Wild Lapin and grab them up!

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If you can’t make it to England for some authentic fish and chips this weekend, just head down the road to @theoxbowsc for the real deal.

I had so much fun experiencing Oxbow for the first time with friends and family.

Alyssa and Ray and their tiny hardworking team are making British magic happen right in Easley. (Just a fifteen minute drive from TR.) Their restaurant is charming and inviting and the vibe is loads of fun. (They’re in the former 13 Stripes location right on the Saluda River.)

It’s a special spot and you’re going to want to arrive early. The line was wrapped through the restaurant when we arrived but it moved along quickly and it was well worth the wait. Plus, Alyssa is warm and welcoming and quick to let patrons know both the wait time and if the fish and chips gets sold out!

It’s a straightforward set up. You’ll order and pay before you’re seated. The choices are fish and chips or the nightly feature. (This rotates between choices like chicken tikka masala, shepherd’s pie and the like.) Two desserts are available - sticky toffee pudding or Guinness cake.

Right now they’re open on Thursday and Friday nights. (In the spring, Saturday dinners will be added.)

Y’all.
I give it an enthusiastic two thumbs up.
It’s unique, the vibe is happy and fun. The fish and chips are delicious. The sticky toffee pudding is so good I wanted to lick the plate. (My daughter said I should, but I showed self restraint.)

I love when folks lean into their passions and skills and master the art of doing one thing really well. Visit @theoxbowsc and let’s be sure to show them our local love!