It’s not novel for an art gallery to serve finger foods while guests scan the artwork and mingle. At a gallery opening, you can usually expect to snack on a slice of cheddar cheese and an olive, then wash it down with a gulp of pinot grigio served in a clear, plastic cup.
Are children reading enough over the summer?
Justin Smith and Matthew Boyd may have a modern romance, but their wedding hallmarked a return to ’70s nostalgia–and a lot of groove.
Every morning at 5 a.m., Steve Eoannou travels into the past.
Nothing gets people flocking to your inbox quite like asking, “What’s the best chicken sandwich in Buffalo?”
A funny thing happened to Spotted Duck Creamery in Penn Yan last summer.
Buffalo’s first zero-waste shop has entered the chat.
Sara and Jaime Secor finish each other’s sentences—and sandwiches.
A lanky second grader munches apple slices while circling sight words on a worksheet. A tutor arrives to help his brother make sense of math. Upstairs, two tweens trade middle school gossip and paint their nails. It’s not home, but to students in this neighborhood after-school program, it su…
“When photographing food, I tend to take a minimalist approach, allowing the focus to be on the dish itself and letting the ingredients shine. Using the straight edge of a table or colors from the seating booth creates composition and helps incorporate the vibe of the restaurant. The focus o…
Easter 2024 is almost upon us. Take this opportunity to look back at some of our past Easter season content, from butter lamb ice cream cake and intricate Polish Easter eggs to locally made candy, Broadway Market picks and Easter basket inspiration.
When John English first picked up a piece of wood, his only goal was to try his hand at carving some spoons as a fun hobby.
If I’ve ever heard of a modern-day fairytale, it’s the love story of Ashley and Chris Landowski.
When we picture places where wildlife hangs out, forests and meadows are the environments that come to mind—not gardens and golf courses. But as wild spaces disappear to human development, every natural oasis amidst the concrete and asphalt becomes a welcome respite for wild beings. And it’s…
When Amanda Bodkin encountered Red Disk’s “Queen City Toile” wallpaper at Buffalo’s Decorators’ Show House in 2021, it was love at first sight.
In the world of interior design, it’s not uncommon to step into a room and instantly recognize who designed it.
If the devil is in the details, Mystic Hills Brewing in East Concord is downright hellish. The farmhouse brewery is a carefully curated triumph by owners Reanna Dembitsky, Michael Prusakowski and Veronica Luyster.
Personal perspectives by some of Buffalo Magazine's featured photographers. They include Brandon Watson, Katie Addo and James Pici, with more to come.
“Goldy Way was born out of Covid lockdown when I found myself continually returning to my basement immersed in fabric, dyebaths and ice. It has since evolved into a sustainable business creating hand-dyed textiles and teaching ice-dye workshops. It has brought me a lot of joy to have a tacti…
Western New York beekeepers share a common perspective: Being with bees is peaceful, and the process of making honey is rewarding. Whether using honey as a hydrating face mask or swirling in your favorite hot beverage, here are a few local varieties to look for in area stores and markets.
When her daughter passed away suddenly at her home in December 2020, Diane Mure was paralyzed with grief.
Walking into one of the many town and village history museums found in Erie County is a bit like entering a living, breathing time capsule filled with artifacts, photos, books and assorted ephemera.
As far as first impressions go, it wasn’t a good one for Carli.
You can go around the world in faster than 80 days, at least culinarily, by visiting the West Side Bazaar.
When Frankie and Jared connected on a dating app in 2013, Frankie had an instinct that their first date would be a unique experience. A man with considerable artistic talents and hobbies, Jared was a musician, songwriter, crafter and creator. As a multidisciplinary fibre and circus performan…
“Sometimes things from your memory will stay with you. They leave a clear impression in your mind. I find it interesting the things we do recall,” says Buffalo's Sylvia Kleindinst, a paper doll artist and collector.
Art has the ability to transform spaces into bold sanctuaries. While the idea of starting an art collection may be daunting or feel exclusive, it's a space open to anyone willing to embark on a journey of creative discovery.
At first glance, Life is Succulent is a lovely little plant shop. Its walls are lined with a lush selection of easy-care succulents and tropicals looking for their forever homes.
"As we walk into 2024, it’s so important to rediscover your passions and let them guide your personal roadmap this year.
Hailey Glynn is a successful author, illustrator and publishing mentor with a dual mission: to help aspiring authors bring their book ideas to life and to bring powerful books for kids into the world.