Gifting a book by a Buffalo-based author takes the shop local ethos to a whole new level … and there’s no shortage of books to consider for everyone on your list. Here’s a roundup of some recently ...

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The recent opening of BestCellar Book Bar in Clarence hammered home a point that has been rattling around my brain for months: Western New York is home to quite a few establishments that offer two ...

This feature is part of a shop local series inspired by It's Our Job and the mantra: Put your money where your heart is. Buffalo Magazine is proud to support this campaign by Buffalo Niagara ...

From passing notes to planning a future, Buffalonians Mary and Gavin are true high school sweethearts. What started as playful banter blossomed into more after a New Year’s Eve kiss, sparking the ...

We all have a favorite “porch beer:” something that’s light, easy-drinking and perfect for a mellow outdoors hang. As it turns out, so do experts from Western New York’s brewing community. I asked ...

In a world where algorithms tell you exactly what you’ll like and why, you can still surprise yourself by visiting one of Buffalo’s outstanding specialty bookshops. These (mostly) physical spaces with ...

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 ...

In-between spaces—think, pantries and mudrooms—are often overlooked during major home renovations, but it’s essential these areas serve a clear, functional purpose. “These are work rooms. They hold ...

Katie Johnston always considered herself a dog person—then during a Buffalo City Animal Shelter event in 2019, she decided it was time to make that official and bring one home. “Cleo was the first pup ...

From downtown Buffalo to Tonawanda to Hertel Avenue and every place in between, Western New York is peppered with murals that burst with emotion, creativity and civic pride. These large-scale public ...

From intricate ceramic mugs to whimsical ornaments to a sticker subscription service, here are five ideas for handmade gifts from local artists that don’t break the bank—but bring the fierce factor.