Looking for a new coffee spot in Travelers Rest? Joybird Cafe has officially opened its new permanent location, and it’s already a cheerful place you’ll want to add to your regular rotation. What started as a popular trailer coffee stand has grown into a welcoming sunny space filled with a cozy vintage vibe and plenty of room to relax.
Whether you’re grabbing a quick drink from the drive-thru or sitting down for breakfast with your family, it’s an easy, feel-good stop to start your day or a mid-day lunch pick-me-up.
What to Expect at Joybird Cafe
Joybird Cafe has moved into its new home at 308 Poplar Street in TR, and they’ve kept everything people loved—plus lots of upgrades.
Drive-thru available – still super convenient with easy in-and-out access
Counter Culture coffee – a favorite for coffee lovers
The new space also has a fun 50s vintage vibe, which gives it a really cute and welcoming feel.
What We Tried
My husband and I try to get out for breakfast together (without the kids) most Saturdays. It’s pretty much the only time we can carry on a conversation without getting interrupted, so, it’s become an important part of our week. We have some old favorites, and often like to check out new options, too.
So, we stopped by Joybird for breakfast and we will probably be adding this one to our rotation of regular spots. We had:
The turkey breakfast club, which was tasty with very fresh vegetables
The pastrami sunrise was huge and definitely filling
Carmel apple coffee cake
It’s a great option if you want something quick but still fresh and satisfying.
Good to Know Before You Go
Location: 308 Poplar Street, Travelers Rest
Hours: Monday–Saturday, 7 am – 6 pm
Parking: Easy access with drive-thru option
Family tip: Quick service makes this a great stop before heading to the Swamp Rabbit Trail or nearby parks.
More Photos: Our Visit to Joybird Cafe
A Great Addition to Travelers Rest
Joybird Cafe is a really nice addition to the TR area, especially for families looking for a quick, easy breakfast or coffee stop without sacrificing quality.
Have you been to the new Joybird Cafe yet? Let us know what you tried—we’d love to hear your favorites!
If your family loves fresh food, being outdoors, and connecting with your local community, a visit to Farm in the Wildwood is such a special experience. I recently stopped by to pick up my very first Farm CSA share for the spring season—and got to meet owner Danielle Pereira and see firsthand what makes this farm so meaningful.
From the moment you arrive, you can tell this is more than just a place to pick up vegetables. It’s about community, care for the land, and food grown the way it should be.
(Thank you to Farm in the Wildwood for providing an 8-week spring share so we could try out the CSA and bring the experience to our readers!)
My First CSA Pickup
I came to Farm in the Wildwood to pick up my very first Farm CSA share as a new member for the spring season, and it did not disappoint.
My share was full of freshly harvested vegetables, all locally grown and free of pesticides. Some were grown right there at Farm in the Wildwood, and others came from local, like-minded farms and growers.
In my first box, I had some of the freshest veggies I’ve ever seen (and I like to garden, so, that’s saying something):
Arugula
Radishes
Lettuce
Spring onions
Oregano
Beet greens
And a welcome gift with chive seeds for my own garden at home.
I got home and rinsed off my arugula, sliced the radishes, and whipped up a homemade lemon vinaigrette recipe. (Do I usually make dressing from scratch? Absolutely not. But, maybe something about cooking with fresh ingredients makes you inspired to try something new? I don’t know. WORTH IT.) Our arugula and radish salad was AMAZING. While tidying up the kitchen after dinner, the family polished it off—casually plucking arugula leaves from the bowl as they passed by, like it was a bowl of popcorn.
If you’ve ever thought about joining a CSA, this is such an easy and approachable way to start.
Why Families Love This CSA
The Upstate Farmers Collective CSA is designed to make getting high-quality produce easy and flexible for busy families.
Here’s what stands out to me:
Multiple pickup locations: There are 9 pickup spots throughout the Upstate (plus the farm itself)
Flexible scheduling: Need to skip a week? You can
Customizable boxes: Each week, you’ll get an email with your share items and can make substitutions
Purchase a full membership or customize by season memberships.
When I got my first share’s weekly email, I was pleasantly surprised with the flexibility for pick up and substituting ingredients. Not a fan of kale? That’s okay—you can swap it out.
I think Farm in the Wildwood and the Upstate Farmers Collective have developed a really thoughtful CSA system that makes eating local doable, even with a busy family schedule.
For me, that ease is crucial. I have 4 teenagers myself, and I’m regularly moving in at least that many directions at one time. I really do want to put local, healthy food on my table, but busy schedules often make that feel nearly impossible.
Danielle knows that. She has teens of her own. So, this CSA makes eating local approachable and accessible.
Want to know more about the CSA and see pickup and purchase options? Visit the Upstate Farm Collective Website on Farm in the Wildwood. Shares start at $236 and increase based on the share size and length of season you select.
A Tour: Farm in the Wildwood
Danielle showed me all around her farm, including the gardens, fields, and hoop house tunnel.
She shared all about her dedication to growing without any pesticides and her focus on developing extremely high-quality, nutrient-rich soil. Her goal is simple: grow the tastiest and most nutritious greens and vegetables possible.
You can feel her passion for:
Being outside and enjoying nature
Growing food the way it’s meant to be grown
Caring for the land in a thoughtful, sustainable way
Her gardens are beautiful. Stunning, really. Wildflowers, shrubs, and natural spaces are intentionally left to provide habitats for beneficial insects, which help keep the gardens healthy and thriving.
She also shared her commitment to stewarding the land well—restoring areas that have been overused by previous owners and finding solutions that don’t cause harm. And fun fact: the farm has even won an award for its soil!
The Farm Stand (Open to Everyone!)
When you enter Farm in the Wildwood, you’ll park right at their farm stand—and this is something you can visit even if you’re not a CSA member.
The stand is full of both tasty and beautiful things. Everything sold here gets Danielle’s stamp of approval first. Items come from farms that share the same values—no pesticides and a focus on healthy, high-quality products.
You’ll find:
Local meats and dairy
Fresh bread and baked goods
Beautiful flowers
Items from local makers
Seeds used right on the farm
Plants and Nursery at the Farm Stand
Behind the farm stand, you’ll also find beautiful plants for sale. Farm in the Wildwood is a certified nursery, which makes it a great place to pick up plants for your own garden.
Danielle shared that this farm stand has brought her so much joy, especially connecting people to local food and building friendships within the community. You can really feel that energy and care when you visit.
Planning Your Visit
If you’re thinking about stopping by, here are a few helpful things to know:
Farm Stand address: 107 Collins Road, Piedmont, SC
Parking: Easy parking right at the farm stand
The farm stand is open Wednesday to Saturday, 9 am to 3 pm.
And if you’re able to visit the farm and stand in person, even just once, it’s absolutely worth it. You won’t be disappointed.
Whether you’re picking up a CSA share, browsing the farm stand, or just looking for a simple way to connect your family to local food, Farm in the Wildwood is a place that makes it easy and enjoyable.
What’s in a share?
Here we are picking up the 6th week of our spring CSA share, at Third Place Coffee in Greer.
Have you visited or tried a CSA before? We’d love to hear about your experience—share in the comments!
Want to take Mom out for a Mother’s Day Brunch in Greenville, SC? The general consensus, according to moms I know (and myself), is that mothers shouldn’t have to cook on Mother’s Day. On that note, we’ve compiled a list of restaurants in the Greenville area that are offering Mother’s Day Brunch or Dinner.
Restaurant 17 in Travelers Rest is offering a full day Mother’s Day menu from 11 am – 3 pm featuring an elevated brunch menu from award-winning Chef Haydn Shaak.
The Southern cuisine downtown establishment has a huge list of family meals, take & bake meals, and brunch courses to go. You can’t go wrong with whatever you choose here. Open 9 am – 8 pm on Sunday.
AVENUE is serving a buffet Mother’s Day brunch from 10 am – 1 pm. Seating times are 10:30 am, 12:15 pm, and 1:30 pm. The price is $58/adults, $25 for children 7 – 12 and those 6 and under dine free. Coffee, juice, and soda are included in the ticket. The credit card bar will also offer Bloody Marys, mimosas, beer, and wine. Tickets required.
Spare Time is offering a buffet-style brunch on Mother’s Day. Seating times are 11 am, and 1:30 pm. Price is $26.99/adults and $14.99/kids. Reservations are recommended.
A family-style Mother’s Day Brunch will be served at the Lazy Goat. Reservations recommended. The cost is $42 for adults, $17 for children 7 – 14, and those 6 and under dine for free.
A Mother’s Day Brunch will take place. Reservations required. A cash bar will be available. Brunch is from 11 am – 2:30 pm. The restaurant will serve its normal a la carte menu.
The Westin Poinsett plans for Mother’s Day 2026 have not been announced as of publication.The Westin Poinsett in downtown Greenville is offering a Mother’s Day Brunch from 10:30 am – 2:30 pm. Call for reservations.
The Patterson’s plans for Mother’s Day 2026 have not been announced as of publication. Located at Hotel Hartness, enjoy a Mother’s Day Brunch from 11 am to 3 pm. Bruch will be served with a traditional menu that has modern, southern influences. Reservations are encouraged!
Wild Ace Pizza plans for Mother’s Day 2026 have not been announced as of publication. Brunch is served 11 am – 2 pm at Wild Ace Pizza in Greer. Reservations are recommended.
Looking for a place to go strawberry picking? Greenville, SC and the surrounding area have over a dozen farms just waiting for you to pick those juicy berries! If you don’t like doing the hard work yourself, you will also find farms that have prepicked berries for you. Here’s the inside scoop about which local farms to go strawberry picking in Greenville, Spartanburg, and the Anderson areas.
And since we know how much you all love maps, we made one for all these strawberry farms:
Love a good bagel? Delicious New York style bagels and sandwiches that are made fresh daily is what you’ll find at Greenfields Bagels & Deli off of Laurens Road in Greenville, SC. Plus, it’s kosher. They have 18 bagel topping options, including omelet bagels, along with a large selection of deli sandwiches, salads, vegetarian options, soups, smoked fish, and sweet treats! Learn more directly from owner Robin below.
Looking for a CSA near Greenville, SC? Or maybe you’re curious about CSAs in general? In this article, you will learn how CSA farms work and the benefits of CSA programs for the farms and customers. And of course, where you can find a CSA in Greenville, SC.
What is a CSA?
The “farm to table” dining experience has taken the country by storm and indeed, it sounds divinely delicious: chefs are using fresh food straight from the farm, local ingredients to create tasty and (mostly) healthy meals. This type of cooking is spreading quickly, including Greenville, but eating out isn’t feasible every day so what about creating your own farm-to-table experience at home?
Enter Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs, where families and individuals buy into a local farm for a certain number of weeks a year, sharing the risks and rewards of the crop, and get fresh ingredients either delivered to their door or made available for pickup every week. It is the perfect way to support local farms and eat the freshest and healthiest ingredients around.
CSAs work as a partnership between the member and the farmers. By buying into the farm itself, the family has its own share and reaps the seasonal harvest as they are grown. There are some inherent risks, however, as bad weather and pests can destroy part of a crop any given year although the farmers take great care to protect their harvests as best they can and many have agreements with other farms in nearby states to supplement their own harvests if need be.
Spring Harvest Box at Feed and Seed
Why Join a CSA?
One great benefit of getting farm fresh food from a CSA is that it’s so much healthier than conventional meat, eggs, and dairy products. And by buying a share in CSA, members get the option of cooking with lesser known ingredients that they may never have tried in the past.
Many CSAs will give their members recipes every week using the fruits, vegetables, meats and dairy products that are in that particular week’s share. So not only do you get to try new foods, you get to hone those cooking skills as well. Sautéed Swiss chard with parmesan? Yes please. Blueberry cobbler? I’ll take seconds.
Lastly, not only do you get the benefit of supporting a locally owned farm, but the costs can be comparable to shopping at grocery stores. Some CSAs will require payment for the entire season upfront or a deposit and prices vary widely and will also be dependent on whether the member wants a full or half share.
How Do You Pick Up Your Share?
Members pick up their shares every week at the same time and place, either at the farm itself or somewhere convenient in Greenville, with reusable shopping bags. Some farms will deliver weekly shares to your door. Seasons run in blocks usually in spring through the summer and another from late summer through the end of fall although some farms will start in January.
What Farms Offer a CSA near Greenville, SC?
Ready to buy into a CSA and start your own fresh food, farm-to-table experience? Here are a few available in the Greenville area:
Delivery? No (community pickup locations available) Customizable? No- but different sizes available Type? Weekly Produce Bag
Choose a Small or Large share to fit your needs. Each week typically includes a variety such as 2 leafy greens, a vegetable, a root, and a fresh herb (contents vary by season). Small shares are ideal for 2–3 people, while large shares feed 4–5.
A little background: A flexible, mom-designed CSA now in its 5th year, recently expanded into a multi-farmer collective focused on pesticide-free growing and soil stewardship.
Ever heard of Pinguinos Hermanos? Love a good shaved ice? A sure sign that warmer weather is on the way is the reopening of the shaved ice establishments in Upstate. Of course, most people have their favorites. This is funny because, really, it’s all just the same. Some crumbled-up ice topped with sugary syrup. Right?
What if we told you the newest frozen obsession for a bunch of Upstate, SC residents were different than the rest?
What if we also told you that people stand in lines two dozen people deep waiting to get their hands on one of these “Instaworthy” desserts?
About Pinguinos Hermanos Shaved Ice in Greenville & Spartanburg, South Carolina
Newly introduced to the Upstate several years ago, the owners of the Pinguinos Hermanos Raspados quickly found themselves needing more trucks! I bet you’re probably wondering what the fuss is about?
Fresh fruit syrup, that’s what makes the difference. But, once you try shaved ice this way, you’ll be ruined for any other kind. I have seen people stand in the pouring rain waiting to get one. And, I was standing right there alongside them.
They are that good.
Most of the options include freshly made fruit syrups layered with sweet cream or mango syrup poured over shaved ice.
The Specialty flavors come in so many delicious flavors!
The Golden Nugget Mango, Pecan, Sweat Cream & Coconut flakes
Strawberry Cheesecake
Fregonada Strawberries, Mango & Sweet Cream
Mangonada Mango, Chili, & Tamarind
Nanches Sour Cherry
They are definitely a shareable size, although once you start, I doubt you’ll want to hand it off. Fresh fruit, not your jam (haha, get it??) That’s OK; they also have traditional shave ice with the flavored syrups you can find elsewhere. They offer all the local favorites, including tigers blood! Are you craving one yet?
Getting To Know Pinguinos Hermanos
Owners: David Guzman
What is the most popular item on your regular menu? Georgia peach, Gloria, Strawberry cheesecake, Golden nugget
What makes your business unique from others? Our flavors made with real fruit
If you haven’t visited Hampton Station in Greenville, SC yet, go ahead and put it on your bucket list. Located just minutes from Main Street and directly on the Swamp Rabbit Trail, it’s in a great location. Before you head there, we’ve got you covered on things to do, places to eat, and things you should do with your kids.
Get ready to cheer, laugh, and maybe even compete a little! The Game Show Challenge at Hampton Station brings fast-paced fun where families can test their trivia skills, complete silly challenges, and enjoy a lively, interactive experience together. It’s a great way to mix things up during your visit—perfect for older kids, teens, and parents who love a little friendly competition.
864-481-8740
Hollowed Earth Pottery
Take a pottery class at Hollowed Earth Pottery. With classes for both kids and adults, there’s something for every skill level of pottery-making. They also offer studio memberships if you want to continue to improve. And if you don’t want to actually make the pottery yourself, peruse their retail space and shop for mugs, bowls, plates, and more.
864.757.2097
Escape Artist Greenville
Escape Artist Greenville recently opened a new location at Hampton Station. Grab your friends and family and see who can crack the code to get out of the room first. They are open Thursdays 4 pm – 8:30 pm, Fridays and Saturdays 12 pm – 8:30 pm, and Sundays 12 pm – 7 pm.
864.509.9305
Pedego Greenville
Pedego Greenvilleis an e-bike shop where you can purchase or rent a bike. They even offer tours. You can easily hop on the Swamp Rabbit Trail from Hampton Station, and explore all that Greenville has to offer along the trail. Pedego Greenville is open Tuesday – Sunday 10 am – 6 pm.
864.565.9600
Places to Eat at Hampton Station
Due South Coffee
Grab a cup of coffee at Due South Coffee. This forward-thinking local coffee shop roasts a variety of flavorful coffee for you to either start your day with or give it a little jumpstart in the afternoon.
864.283.6680
Keipi
Keipi is a nonprofit restaurant that offers food, wine, and experiential dining from the Republic of Georgia. Their hours are Wednesday-Thursday 4 pm – 9 pm, Fridays 4 pm – 11 pm, Saturdays 11:30 am – 11 pm, and Sundays 11:30 am – 7 pm.
864.209.1719
Things to Do With Kids at Hampton Station
Yellowbobbypins Art Camp
We’re big fans of Yellowbobbypins, and your kids will be, too. They offer art classes for kids ages 2-12 years old. Classes are offered by the semester or you can just drop in. Take a look at our full review of Yellowbobbypins, and give them a visit the next time you’re at Hampton Station!
Looking for great restaurant for brunch in Spartanburg, SC? There are a lot of restaurants in Hub City with brunch menus. How do you pick one? We asked our readers for their favorite brunch spots in Spartanburg and this list where they guided us. Here are our readers’ favorite brunch restaurants!
Hearing the word “brunch” just now brought a smile to your face, didn’t it?
Go ahead, try saying brunch to someone. Their face lit up, didn’t it? No one ever sounds upset over having to eat brunch. Usually consisting of an overindulgent entrée and beverage, this meal is meant to be savored and enjoyed at a relaxed pace. Regardless of whether you slept in or had a busy morning and skipped breakfast, we have the perfect spots for you to grab brunch with your bunch.
We asked our readers where the best place to find brunch is in Spartanburg. Here are the top 10 brunch spots in Spartanburg according to our readers and what makes them the favored spots.
1800 Drayton Road, Spartanburg SC 29333 | 864.310.4177|Brunch hours: 11 am to 2:30 pm Dray: Bar & Grill is quickly becoming one of the most popular places in Spartanburg. The outdoor fireside dining, delicious hand-crafted drinks, and mouthwatering dishes created by Chef Bob Munnich have made it quickly rise to the top of all of our lists on Kidding Around.
Love Dray: Bar & Grill. Great handcrafted cocktails and the food is always fresh and delicious. Our go-to spot!
Samantha C
Plus the kids can be loud outside and no one cares
2601 East Main Street, Spartanburg SC 29307 | 864.541.7981| Brunch hours: 8 am to 2 pm Adding some French country chic to Main Street, Mon Amie graciously serves breakfast all day. Sweet and savory crepes adorn the menu with some clever twists on southern fare. Feeling Emily goes to Paris? Try their Parisienne Crème French Toast. Ooh la la!
I’ve never had anything there I didn’t love.
Eddie E.
The New Orleans crepe is hands down the best thing on the menu
4078 HYW 9 Boiling Springs, SC 29316 | 864.586.3900|Brunch hours: 12 pm to 6 pm Ever had BBQ for brunch? New to the list, New Groove Brewery shows us how. We spy bacon gravy and all that goodness with their buttermilk cathead brisket biskets! This #BRAWNch suggestion is a great add!
226 B. West Main Street, Spartanburg SC 29301 | 864.699.9669|Sunday hours: 11-2 pm 5850 Reidville Road, Moore SC 29369 | 864.610.1537 | Brunch hours: 11-2 pm The Cribb family has been making people happy with their food for several generations. You can enjoy a custom-made cocktail and items from a seasonal brunch menu.
930 East Main Street, Spartanburg | 864.327.8228 | Brunch Hours: Sunday 10 am When you think of brunch, you typically don’t think of breakfast chimichangas or Mexican-inspired chicken & waffles. But Willy Taco offers a Sunday Funday Brunch menu with these two items and more.
12 Main Street, Inman | 864.708.3772 | 9 – 11:30 am The Crepe Factory is located just outside of Spartanburg in Inman and offers a brunch-specific menu. You’ll find both sweet and savory crepes as well as a brunch burger, avocado toast, and more on the menu.
774 Spartan Boulevard, Spartanburg | 864.327.3333 | Sunday 11 am – 3 pm Did you know that CityRange has a Sunday Brunch Buffet? For $30/adult and $13/child, you can experience an all-you-can-eat brunch buffet with a variety of options. Top it off with a beignet or mimosa or crafted cocktail, and your Sunday Brunch will top the rest.
5844 Reidville Road, Moore | 864.485.3091 | 6 am – 2 pm Known for its breakfast menu, Eggs Up also offers a Big City Brunch menu. You’ll find items like Coastal Crab Benedict, Crispy Chicken & Biscuit Platter, Cali Mac & Cheese Bowl, and more on the menu.
We hope the next time you decide to combine the first two meals of the day, you do so at a relaxed pace.
Did we leave off your favorite place to enjoy brunch? Let us know in the comments!
Looking for the most delicious, best nachos Greenville, SC has to offer? Whether you are looking for traditional nachos or nachos with unique toppings, you’ve come to the right place. Our readers are sharing their top 5 favorite places for nachos in Greenville.
