With this warm weather, the popular Elmwood-Bidwell Farmers Market feels like it’s in full bloom despite the limited number of vegetable varieties available this early in the season. Strawberries should be here soon, but for now we are all staying busy with last season’s apples, and this season’s rhubarb and lettuces. Plus, there’s the weekly need for fresh bread and the pantry re-stocking of locally produced basics such as honey, maple and even whole wheat flour.One thing you don’t expect to find at the farmers market are rock stars. Today my visit resulted in the discovery of Big Star, a…
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Over the last five years, Delish has led cooking demonstration classes that cover all manner of techniques and cuisines. For the most part, it would be a challenge to come up with a culinary scenario that they have not incorporated into their monthly calendar at some point. But one area where they’ve never really ventured is baking. There are a number of reasons for this, but regardless of what they may be, Delish has determined that the demand and desire for baking classes has hit such a frenzy they cannot deny their fans any longer. Hence, Baking Bootcamp.Baking Bootcamp takes…
There are a few stories or subjects that we can always expect to generate a large number of comments here on Buffalo Rising. It’s just a fact. Posts about pizza, city parking (lots, meters, free zones and ticketing policies), building to the curb and whether or not Whole Foods or Trader Joe’s should (or ever will) come to Buffalo seem to get people really excited. Another popular subject that always inspires debate are the annual postings of the summer’s biggest outdoor live music events. This year’s story about the artists chosen for Rockin’ @ the Knox certainly garnered a fair…
“We pay extremely close attention to even the least expensive offering on our menu,” Jonathan Eid, one of the owners of the soon-to-open Mezza, explains. He and his brother, Pete, are just days away from soft opening their Elmwood Avenue venture, an addition to their thriving suburban business. “We love Elmwood, we eat here, we hang out here, we party here, this has always been a place where we wanted to be and to try something different.” Pete’s Greek Isles, the family’s suburban eatery named for their father, may be located in a mall food court, but, in this writer’s…
A lovely atrium, courteous service, delicious food of consistent quality and a view of the waterfront. Could a workaday person expect much more from their lunch hour? Perhaps not, but I offer up the free cookie that accompanies every meal at The Waterline Cafe as evidence of a lunch spot that not only exceeds the expectations of the average consumer, but actually blows them out of the water (excuse the pun).When Waterline opened in the Waterfront Village office park, I didn’t think it was likely that I would visit often. Despite the fantastic fare, it just wasn’t a convenient option…
Mayor Byron Brown announced today his administration is moving forward on implementing a green, form-based code in Buffalo.Mayor Brown chose the Larkin District as the backdrop to announce his Earth Day plans for what he’s dubbing the “Buffalo Green Code,” a replacement code that will completely scrap Buffalo’s existing zoning ordinance, an unwieldy document last updated in 1951. Listen to the podcast from today’s event here.”Our zoning reform effort will act as the foundation for the new place-based economic development strategy for Buffalo’s neighborhoods in every section of the city,” the Mayor said. “The new Buffalo zoning ordinance will be…
Since opening, Sweet_ness 7 has done an extraordinary job of presenting its bustling neighborhood with thoughtful and unique events. The Harmony of Tea and Cello is just such an occasion. Atsuko Nishida-Mithcell, an experienced tea instructor, will be joined by Jonathan Golove, a visiting assistant professor to UB’s music department, and on Tuesday, March 16th, the two will present guests with a remarkable experience. This moment, known as ichigo-ichie, can never be repeated and therefore must not be missed! Sweet_ness 7’s warm environment and dedicated staff should make the evening a soothing and enjoyable night out.Tuesday, March 16th 20107 pmSweet_ness…
Buffalo has the great fortune of having been home to Shakespeare in Delaware Park since 1976, attracting between 40,000 and 50,000 attendees each season. Not many mid-size cities in the U.S. can boast of free, quality outdoor theatre. This summer’s roster will bring us fabulous interpretations of Much Ado About Nothing and Macbeth (featuring an all-female cast). Support for the two shows offered each summer comes from generous sponsors and the annual SiDP Fabulous Feast event. This year’s Feast fundraiser will be held on Saturday, March 20th at the stunning Connecticut Street Armory. Sumptuous eats will be provided, as will…