Mel Giokas created That Greek Guy Bakery & Pastry Shop with one goal in mind: to bring the authentic, artisan flavors of his ...

First thing’s first: coffee and a bite at Bookeater. This bookstore and cafe is the perfect spot to start the day. Grab a ...

Inspiration can strike in the most unexpected of places. For bestselling author and Western New York native Susan Wiggs, it ...

The holidays are approaching, and ‘tis the season for finding that perfect something for the people you love. Here, we ...

There’s a growing trend of women-owned coffee shops across Western New York, each one carving out a space that’s uniquely theirs yet making us all feel warm and welcome in the process. Researching and ...

Football Sundays are a big deal at the Wiley household in Lockport, where the focus is as much on the players’ cleats as it is on the latest touchdown or interception. In the days leading up to each ...

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 ...

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 ...

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.

Cheese, pepperoni and sauce in a crispy wrapper. That’s the entire description on a box of frozen pizza logs. But Buffalonians know. We were practically raised on the no-frills appetizer that is ...

Like many, my husband spends a significant amount of time cheering on the Buffalo Bills every year. Conversely, I spend much time figuring out what to wear come game day. To me, almost as thrilling as ...

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 ...