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There is a long history of legends where people’s lives have changed at a crossroads. I don’t know how true those stories are, but I can definitely say that my life may never be the same after a recent visit to the intersection of highways 11 and 14 in Gowensville, SC. On the northwest corner of that intersection sits a modest, freshly painted cinder-block building. But, oh the treasure that lies within! This is the home of Dimitri’s.

Inside, the large dining room is bright and cozy, with oil paintings of Greece and its seaside hanging on the walls. But instead of being greeted by the sound and smells of the ocean, there is instead the aroma of fresh pizza and sizzling promise from the grill. Ms Brenda or one of her equally gracious staff will meet you at the door and seat you at a table or a booth along the wall. Just behind the counter, Ms Dez works her third-generation Greek chef’s magic.

The menu includes a full range of Italian and Greek dishes. Fresh-dough pizzas are served with a thick layer of cheese and very generous toppings. The menu includes Stromboli, lasagna, Manicotti and an impressive list of other Italian favorites, including Parmesan casseroles served with spaghetti and garlic bread. If Greek food is more to your liking, be prepared, because this is where my life changed. Before you enjoy a gyro served on a freshly grilled pita made from imported dough, before you order shrimp Corfu or Souvlaki with delicious house made Tzatziki sauce, look at the appetizers. There you will find the Roasted Feta with Pita Bread. Served with imported Kalamata olives, fresh grilled tomatoes, green peppers, and seasoned to perfection, this dish is one of the tastiest things I have ever eaten. I’m already looking forward to having it again!

Dimitri’s Greek Italian Restaurant, located at 5600 N. Highway 14 in Landrum, SC, is already popular with locals. They are open from 11:00am-9:00pm daily, but are closed on Tuesdays. There is outdoor seating, plenty of parking and a gas station conveniently right across the street. If you’re on a ride in the Upstate, do yourself a favor and plan to stop in for lunch or dinner for your own “crossroads experience!”

Our Cover Says it best: Huray! Spring Has Sprung!

Which means; alot more motorcycles will be out on the roads, ready to get a little "wind therapy" for longer rides, or just a ride to and from work!

This Cover is in Honor of the Memory of Dalton Nichols and the people bringing awareness to the bike community through his untimely death. Dalton was killed in a failure to yield collision on Hwy 76 in Anderson County, SC on December 3, 2021.

I have personally only spoke with his mother; Sherri, and know that she is one of the strongest person that I know. She not only is heading up the 2nd Annual Doolin Dalton run, social media awareness for bikers (which very few know just how time consuming that is!) she is full time at Doolin Dalton - Look Twice Save A Life campaign! And she is also, a Veterans Wife & Proud Mom!

The Doolin Dalton article and scholarship information was published in our last issue, March #173, so if you missed it you can visit our website CHROMESC.com and check it out.

Remember:

Ride safe, and love the ones you love, we are all on borrowed time!

By Nicole CGW

T-Shirts will be a charcoal gray. $20 per shirt size S-XL. Plus sizes will be an additional fee of $2.50 for 2XL, $3.50 for 3XL, and so on... Long Sleeves $25 with an additional fee for plus sizes as seen above.

*If you look closely, you will notice a few special items on the front. The back is a copy of Dalton's handwriting and the last page of his lyric notebook.

Want to purchase a t-shirt or 10?

Contact Sherri: sdnmail71@yahoo.com or join

Doolin Dalton - Look Twice Save A Life Facebook page