The holidays are approaching, and ‘tis the season for finding that perfect something for the people you love. Here, we showcase five unique, handmade options that won’t break the bank. Have a football ...

“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 ...

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 ...

A visitor expects to find books at a library, maybe movies and audio recordings. A laser cutter and 3D printers are more surprising, but those are among the many items available at the Buffalo and ...

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 ...

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 ...

“Because when you look good, you feel good, and when you feel good, the opportunities are endless.” That’s the “why” behind Haircuts For Those In Need, a nonprofit that gives free haircuts to people ...

Black women were particularly impacted by the social and economic pressures that burdened many Americans in 2020. Of the roughly 12 million women-owned businesses in the US, only 10% are owned by ...

At the turn of every New Year, many of us make promises to ourselves for a fresh start: daily workouts, cleaner eating, better sleep and less stress. And yet, by February, most resolutions have ...

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 ...

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 ...

The best antidote to a Western New York winter that just won't quit? Hittin’ Switches. The Hittin' Switches cocktail at Left Coast Taco in East Aurora, to be exact—it's their house spicy margarita. A ...