As seen in this article in the Chicago Sun Times, Greenville is viewed as a "culinary secret" by the rest of the country (and maybe the world). This status is truly remarkable for an often unknown corner of an often underestimated state. Our unique restaurants that line the main thoroughfares in Greenville offer selections that I argue would whet the palate of some of the country's most distinguished food critics.
But, the economic downturn has somewhat slowed the pace of the restaurant business as patrons are now having to strain their wallets instead of their waistlines. Thankfully, and with my unadulterated and completely emphatic blessing, some of Greenville's top culinary leaders have banded together for a week of deals known as "Foodie Fest."
Following the examples of Charlotte and Atlanta, the week features a deal where patrons can choose an appetizer, entre and dessert all for just $30. It lasts until Sunday, August 16 and according to a tweet by a participating restaurant, so many reservations were requested on a usually slow Wednesday night that they had to quit taking any. Clearly, the week-long deal is a "win-win" situation.
But, beyond the benefits of more people getting to participate in the fine dining experience, it shows a particular comaraderie among our competing restaurants in the effort to support our local economy and help customers out where they can. To me, this is an example of what makes our community unique and probably why Greenville was recently chosen as the fifth best place to weather the economic recession in Forbes Magazine.
So, my hat goes off to the Greenville restauranteurs and my deprived "fine-dining palate" is looking forward to reaping the benefits.
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