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Griffin Cobb

Griffin Cobb, Multimedia Personality

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A delicious spread from The Common House, perfect for one final corner.

Cobb’s Coffee Corner: The Last Sip

Griffin Cobb, Multimedia Personality April 25, 2024

On Sept. 1, 2022, the first Coffee Corner rolled off the press and sat in the corner of The Tiger’s TimeOut section. It was a small idea I pitched to then-Editor-in-Chief David Ferrara, and we decided...

Secret Shame performing at the WSBF-FM Pride Week kick off.

WSBF concert kicks off Pride Week

Griffin Cobb, Multimedia Personality April 11, 2024

Four local alternative and emo artists rocked Clemson’s amphitheater last Saturday during a free concert hosted by WSBF-FM, Clemson’s student-run radio station. The show kicked off a week-long celebration...

The Common House prepares and serves coffee that looks just as good as it tastes.

The Common House: Coffee like no other

Griffin Cobb, Multimedia Personality April 4, 2024

This week, I have the honor of introducing what has slowly become my favorite coffee shop of all time. The Common House, located in downtown Anderson, is a wonderful coffee house by day, a fine dining...

A half moon latte at the grand opening of Summer Moon Coffee.

Coffee Corner: A grand opening for Summer Moon Coffee

Griffin Cobb, Multimedia Personality March 10, 2024

It's been a special time here at Coffee Corner, as I've been trying out a brand-new coffee shop right in the heart of downtown. On March 2, Summer Moon Coffee had the grand opening of its Clemson location....

All In has become a Clemson favorite. Located right downtown, it is the perfect place for a study break.

Best of Clemson: All In Coffee

Griffin Cobb, Multimedia Personality March 7, 2024

For nearly 12 years, All In Coffee has been an icon of downtown Clemson and the go-to cafe for any coffee venture. It’s no surprise they’ve been voted as Clemson’s best coffee shop once again. Whether...

Despite their abhorrent vibes, Augusta Twenty still provided enjoyable drinks and pastries.

Coffee Corner: Augusta Twenty

Griffin Cobb, Multimedia Personality February 22, 2024

During our trek around Greenville, we found that a few cafes on our list were closed on Sundays. In our rerouting, we came across Augusta Twenty Market and Cafe, a small coffee shop situated in a clothing...

On Cobb's Coffee Corners first stop on the Greenville tour, we tried The Village Grind, and it did not disappoint.

Coffee Corner: The Village Grind

Griffin Cobb, Multimedia Personality February 8, 2024

Turning our attention to Greenville, Coffee Corner tackled a few new cafes, starting with The Village Grind, and, oh boy, it set the bar high. Starting off with the vibes, you’d be hard-pressed to...

The cafe is located in your favorite coffee reviewer's hometown, only a state away.

Coffee Corner: Hometown treats: Hoschton Coffee

Griffin Cobb, Multimedia Personality January 25, 2024

Over the winter break, I got to return to Hoschton, Georgia, to enjoy one of my favorite cafes out there, Hoschton Coffee Co. Started by a small group of family friends, the coffee shop opened in 2021...

Brews on the Alley offers a large variety of food and drinks ranging from pizza to pastries and cold ones to cold brews.

Coffee Corner: Right up your alley, kind of…

Griffin Cobb, Multimedia Personality November 30, 2023

Serving up pizza, coffee and beer in the scenic downtown Seneca, Brews on the Alley provides patrons with as many options as one would expect from a coffee bar merged with a craft beer pub. Started...

Coach offers students a complimentary coffee beside its pop-up purse shop.

Coach pop-up shop serves coffee to Clemson

Griffin Cobb, Multimedia Personality November 27, 2023

The popular luxury fashion house Coach set up a touring pop-up shop and coffee stall near Vickery Hall on Monday to advertise its “Wear Your Shine” collection. Operating from 1-8 p.m., the stall offered...

313 Cafe provides customers with delicious options and comfy seating.

Coffee Corner: 313 Cafe

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter November 9, 2023

This week, we’re visiting 313 Cafe in Seneca, a lovely location for custom coffee, craft drinks and delicious food. Between their cozy mornings and their classy afternoon offerings, 313 provides a rotating...

Across Clemson, cafes are posting their fall menus, embracing the cooling temperature and changing leaves.

Specialty Drinks: Fall Favorites

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter October 26, 2023

With Fall in full swing, cafes across Clemson have been rolling out their autumn menus. Some are reinventing the classics while others try to find new combos, but all are vying for your dollar. This season,...

Clemson marching band performs several pieces for the crowd during Tigerama on Oct. 6, 2023.

Gallery: Clemson holds 67th annual Tigerama

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter October 12, 2023

Clemson held its annual Tigerama pep rally in Memorial Stadium on Oct. 7, headlined by a performance from Waka Flocka Flame. Here are the best photos from the event:

Clemson held its annual Tigerama pep rally in Memorial Stadium on Oct. 7, 2023.

Clemson held its annual Tigerama pep rally in Memorial Stadium on Oct. 7, 2023.

Members of a Clemson fraternity put on a musical number during Tigerama.

Members of a Clemson fraternity put on a musical number during Tigerama.

Beth Clements celebrates the runner-ups to the Miss Homecoming competition.

Beth Clements celebrates the runner-ups to the Miss Homecoming competition.

Clemson students and alumni packed the lower deck of Memorial Stadium for Tigerama.

Clemson students and alumni packed the lower deck of Memorial Stadium for Tigerama.

Waka Flocka Flame performs in Memorial Stadium for Clemson's Tigerama pep rally.

Waka Flocka Flame performs in Memorial Stadium for Clemson's Tigerama pep rally.

Jitters is proud to serve roasts from Silva Coffee Company.

Coffee Corner: Jitters Brewing Company

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter October 5, 2023

Up on the chopping block this week is Jitters Brewing Company, located in Central, South Carolina. They’re a lovely shop selling a mix of coffee, ale and pastries, and though they may run a bit pricey,...

The opening date for Summer Moon Coffee's Clemson location is still unknown, but it's sure to attract the town's coffee lovers.

New coffee shop coming to downtown: Summer Moon Coffee set to rise over Clemson

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter October 4, 2023

Summer Moon Coffee, a Texas-based coffee shop, is set to open a location on the intersection of College Avenue and Old Greenville Highway. The coffee shop replaces the Subway and adds to the expanding...

Flying Fox coffee features a limited but diverse menu of custom lattes sure to please any palate.

Who Gives A Flying Fox? You, You Should.

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter September 21, 2023

For this week’s Coffee Corner, I’ve gone all the way to Greenville to Flying Fox Coffee off of Trade Street in the Cartwright Food Hall. It’s a bit tucked away, sharing space with another cafe, but...

FreeHand in Pendleton is only the second cafe on Cobb’s Coffee Corner to earn a 5 out of 5 for their coffee.

Cobb’s Coffee Corner: FreeHand it

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter September 7, 2023

For our first review of the semester, we traveled to Pendleton to try out a classic among Clemson coffee lovers: FreeHand Coffee. Located off of Main Street, FreeHand boasts an inconspicuous exterior that...

All In Coffee Shop has been serving Clemson for a decade now.

Cobb’s Coffee Corner

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter August 23, 2023

As we welcome a new semester at Clemson University, I figured I should reintroduce this column to the first-years and other Tigers who are finding themselves among our readers for the first time. I’m...

Patrons of Tinderbox enjoy items off of Tinderbox's diverse menu.

Cobb’s Coffee Corner: Swipe right on Tinderbox

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter April 27, 2023

Tinderbox is another popular series of espresso bars located all throughout Glasgow. They describe their coffee as “like an old friend, one you are always glad to see,” and providing patrons...

The exterior of Black Sheep from the street.

Cobb’s Coffee Corner: Quit counting sheep, try Black Sheep Coffee

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter April 6, 2023

In this issue, we’re looking at another staple coffee chain of the U.K.: Black Sheep Coffee. Proclaiming themselves as "innovators in the coffee industry" on their website, the shop promised high-quality...

An artistic rendition of Cobb in his corner. 

Cobb’s Corner: In timeout

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter April 1, 2023

Hello loyal readers of Cobb’s Coffee Corner, the premier coffee review column for all Clemson caffeine needs. While we’ve enjoyed nearly a year of biweekly reviews of cafes across town and...

iCafe's modern facade and outdoor seating as seen from the street.

Live life, breathe air, drink coffee

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter March 9, 2023

A fan favorite among university students here in Glasgow, iCafe, aims to cater to every taste one could have. With a wide range of food options throughout the day, a plethora of desserts, both baked goods...

You’ll be hard pressed to find a more aesthetically pleasing location than Waterstones, whose coffee blows away expectations.

Books, baked goods and fresh brews

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter February 9, 2023

Coffee is best paired with two things: baked goods and books. Thankfully, Waterstones bookstore and cafe has a massive selection of all three. Spanning five floors with cafe areas on the top and bottom,...

A Glasgow location of Caffé Nero, an Italian-influenced coffee house chain.

Cobb’s Coffee Corner: Nero nails classic coffee

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter January 26, 2023

With the new semester in full swing, Cobb’s Coffee Corner returns once again to take a taste of the best coffee available and report it back to the students of Clemson University.Last semester, I...

Coffee Corner: Campus Starbucks

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter December 1, 2022

Starbucks over the past decade or so has become synonymous with coffee, with enough demand amongst students that three different locations serve our students. Even with the same menu, many students have...

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DÅZR dazzles Clemson

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter November 30, 2022

Within these hills, Clemson boasts a broad music scene, with artists and creators adorning the campus, sometimes seen but often heard.One of these artists is the local band DÅZR — a rock band...

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We all scream for caffeine

Griffin Cobb, Senior Reporter November 17, 2022

Spill the Beans, a classic downtown respite for ice cream lovers, holds their own among the coffee shops in Clemson. For as large as Spill the Beans is, it manages to keep cozy, secure vibes throughout....

All In Coffee Shop has been serving Clemson for a decade now.

Cobb’s Coffee Corner: All In Coffee Shop

Griffin Cobb, TimeOut Editor October 13, 2022

This week, we’ve finally reached the powerhouse of Clemson caffeination; All In Coffee Shop. Located in the heart of downtown, All In has been faithfully serving Clemson students for a decade, celebrating...

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Cobb’s Coffee Corner: Moe Joe Coffee Co.

Griffin Cobb, TimeOut Editor September 29, 2022

Another week, another coffee corner! Whether you are a caffeine connoisseur, or a casual consumer, we all can appreciate a good cup of coffee, some delicious pastries and a chill place to study or...

Karly Hartzman, lead vocalist of Wednesday closing out the show.

WSBF concerts brings out the crowd

Griffin Cobb, TimeOut Editor September 29, 2022

On Friday, Sept. 16, Clemson’s alternative radio station WSBF-FM hosted their first show of the semester in the Botanical Gardens. Featuring bands such as Quality Time, Aubrey Keys, Lowertown,...

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