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The Purple Onion was conceived in 1998. Susan envisioned a gathering place, which would reflect the gracious casual pace that has characterized Saluda for years; a third place, a neutral place, away from home or work, for friends and family to come together for great food, good conversation, and live music. With help from Stoney Lamar, her husband, a dedicated staff and many good friends the Purple Onion flourished with that vision as its guide. In 2020 Susan passed the torch to Chambli Stuber and Emily Lamar, who continue the legacy that Susan built over the last 21 years.