Fri, Jul 17th 2026 07:00 am
Nothing like keeping a good thing going. Such is the mindset of Cathy Pasquantino of the Youngstown Village Dinner - an iconic eatery, located at 425 Main St., that is marking its 25th anniversary this year.
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Fri, Jul 17th 2026 07:00 am
For local entrepreneur and Youngstown native Zack Joseph, baking his signature sourdough bread is a labor of love that began with an unusual Christmas gift from his husband and business partner, Matthew Mancuso.
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Wed, Jul 15th 2026 11:00 am
Italian heritage, outstanding food, live music and family traditions will take center stage July 17-19 as the inaugural Niagara County Italian Festival, presented by Joe Cecconi's Chrysler Complex and Niagara Hyundai, debuts at Academy Park in the Village of Lewiston.
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Mon, Jul 13th 2026 10:00 pm
The Taste of Buffalo presented by Tops announced several local restaurants were named award winners in a variety of categories at the 43rd annual festival. The judging took place Saturday morning by a panel of more than 55 food judges representing local media, political, business and community development sectors.
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 05:10 pm
Seafood is an ever-increasing part of the American diet. And once viewed as an exotic specialty, raw seafood dishes in particular, such as sushi and sashimi, are now commonplace.
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Tue, Jul 7th 2026 05:10 pm
Through strategic budgeting and collaboration with food vendors, ride provider Strates Shows, and suppliers, the Erie County Fair is lowering admission prices and introducing additional savings opportunities for food and rides throughout the event.
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Wed, Jul 1st 2026 09:25 pm
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County (CCE Niagara), in partnership with Hoover Dairy, announced the winner of the second annual "Fair-ly New" ice cream flavor contest: 12-year-old Cecelia Mecca, a Newfane resident, won this year's contest with "Star Spangled Swirls." She received 42.9% of the vote.
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Tue, Jun 30th 2026 01:25 pm
The Lewiston Artisan Farmers Market filled Academy Park on Saturday - even more than usual - as the weekly event series presented its special summer festival.
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Fri, Jun 26th 2026 08:00 am
Lumberjack's Waterfront Patio Grill is just different.
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Thu, Jun 25th 2026 09:10 pm
The Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday for Brandi's Cask + Cow, 840 Center St., Lewiston. Brandi Anello is the new owner of the restaurant.
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Wed, Jun 24th 2026 09:30 pm
"The Great Food Truck Race" kicks off a new season on Sunday, July 26 (9 p.m. all times ET/PT), on Food Network and streaming the next day on HBO Max.
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Wed, Jun 24th 2026 08:40 am
Cornell Cooperative Extension | Niagara County announced public voting is now open for the 2026 "Fair-ly New" ice cream flavor contest. The public can vote here until June 29. The winning flavor will be made by Hoover's Dairy in Niagara County and sold exclusively at the Niagara County Fair (Aug. 5-9)
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Mon, Jun 22nd 2026 08:55 pm
Ghada Have It on Monday announced it will end regular restaurant operations effective June 26, as the business transitions into a new chapter focused on catering, food truck service, public and private events, and party rentals.
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Thu, Jun 18th 2026 04:30 pm
The City of Niagara Falls has announced this year's details for "Food Truck Thursdays," hosted at the Niagara Falls Train Station, 825 Depot Ave W. From 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. (rain or shine) every Thursday from June 25 until Aug. 27, residents and visitors can enjoy live entertainment and local food vendors. Free parking will be available.
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Tue, Jun 16th 2026 07:50 pm
Taste of Buffalo presented by Tops Friendly Markets returns to downtown Buffalo for its 43rd annual event from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, July 11, and from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, July 12. This year's festival features 42 restaurants and food trucks, four New York state wineries, live local music, and more along Delaware Avenue starting at Chippewa Street and continuing into Niagara Square.
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Mon, Jun 15th 2026 02:45 pm
St. John's Episcopal Church, overlooking the Niagara River on Main and Chestnut streets in Youngstown, will hold its annual Strawberry Fest from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 27.
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Fri, Jun 12th 2026 09:25 am
Pellicano's Marketplace proposal to expand and build at its current property on Niagara Falls Boulevard has been approved by the Town of Wheatfield Planning Board.
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Fri, Jun 12th 2026 07:30 am
For almost nine years, Cask + Cow has been serving some of Western New York's best burgers - and some unique sandwich combinations found only in Lewiston. The seasoned staff has learned the ropes and catered to those looking for a meal, bar crowds and small gatherings in the banquet room.
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Fri, Jun 12th 2026 07:30 am
Though Michael Hibbard's two Center Street restaurants are for sale, he does not intend to close either Lewiston eatery.
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Thu, Jun 11th 2026 10:45 am
Hibbard's Original Frozen Custard has teamed up with Artpark & Company to offer a new hometown favorite sweet treat: "Artpark Buttered Popcorn." The innovative custard pairs a vanilla base with popcorn flavoring to provide a one-of-a-kind dessert.
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Fri, Jun 5th 2026 10:45 am
The barbecue charcoals will be glowing, engines will be revving, and the drama will be scorching this July on Food Network where new and returning series will combine for the network's hottest summer yet.
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Wed, Jun 3rd 2026 08:35 pm
The Taste of Buffalo presented by Tops Friendly Markets announced more than 20 local artists performing as part of this year's entertainment lineup for the 43rd celebration of the annual food festival. The event will be held along Delaware Avenue and Niagara Square on July 11-12.
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Mon, Jun 1st 2026 04:45 pm
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County (CCE Niagara), in conjunction with Hoover Dairy, announced the second annual "Fair-ly New" ice cream flavor contest. The competition is now accepting entrants, with the winning flavor to be created by Hoover Dairy and served during the Niagara County Fair, Aug. 5-9 at the Niagara County Fairgrounds.
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Mon, Jun 1st 2026 04:45 pm
Paula's Donuts, a beloved Western New York doughnut institution, has partnered with the Ronald McDonald House Buffalo to debut a one-of-a-kind specialty treat available exclusively throughout the month of June: the "Burger Donut."
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Thu, May 28th 2026 05:20 pm
Guy Fieri is on a mission to serve up epic food and unfiltered conversation with celebrities and influencers in the all-new Food Network series "Guy's Feast Club" premiering Thursday, June 11 (7 p.m.), exclusively on Food Network's YouTube channel.
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Thu, May 28th 2026 08:55 am
The Taste of Buffalo presented by Tops Friendly Markets announced 42 restaurants and food trucks, along with four wineries, will participate in the 43rd annual celebration of Buffalo's food scene, which will be held July 11-12 along Delaware Avenue and Niagara Square in downtown Buffalo.
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Tue, May 26th 2026 09:10 pm
Tops Friendly Markets is turning up the flavor with the launch of Guillermo's Salsa, a fresh refrigerated salsa line created by Guillermo Rodriguez of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" fame. Customers can find the new produced-in-Rochester salsa varieties at Tops stores, marking the brand's first launch in a local grocery retailer.
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Fri, May 22nd 2026 07:45 pm
Water Street in the Village of Lewiston was packed with people Friday, as the Lewiston Smelt Festival officially kicked off the summer season.
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Fri, May 22nd 2026 07:00 am
As grills get ready to fire up across the country ahead of Memorial Day celebrations, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY) is reminding New Yorkers of standard grill safety guidelines to prevent accidents and serious injuries.
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Fri, May 22nd 2026 07:00 am
Upon Rachel Jolbert taking the reins in 2023, the Lewiston Artisan Farmers Market has grown in physical size, number of vendors and months of operation. Its success and importance to the River Region has been mentioned by residents in person, online and at municipal meetings.
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Fri, May 22nd 2026 07:00 am
Brick Oven General Manager Nick Manzare has a passion for pleasing people's palates.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 08:05 am
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines smelt as a small, bony fish that closely resembles a trout in general structure; lives along coasts and ascends rivers to spawn; with a delicate oily flesh and a distinctive odor and taste. Here in Lewiston, smelt means the start of summer festival season.
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Fri, May 15th 2026 08:05 am
Smelt Festival is a time to celebrate local fishing - and there are more opportunities these days thanks to the efforts of local anglers and charter captains.
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Thu, May 14th 2026 11:25 am
As graduation season approaches, Wegmans Food Markets is giving customers even more reason to celebrate. Every product in its in‑store bakeries now meets the Wegmans "Food You Feel Good About" (FYFGA) standard - meaning all bakery items are made without artificial colors, dyes, flavors or unnecessary preservatives.
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Fri, May 8th 2026 11:20 am
Roaming Table Food Tours is excited to announce the launch of its 13th season beginning May 15. Since opening in 2013, The Roaming Table has become one of Western New York's premier culinary and historical experiences, welcoming thousands of guests to discover the flavors, stories and charm of Lewiston and Williamsville.
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Fri, May 8th 2026 07:10 am
Lewiston's rollout of summer food destinations continued this week with the reopening of Gallo Coal Fire Kitchen at the corner of Center and North Fourth streets.
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Fri, May 8th 2026 06:00 am
Chipotle is readying it's new store for an opening this season next to Starbucks on Grand Island Boulevard.
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Thu, May 7th 2026 03:05 pm
The old proverb, "Those who can't, teach," was not intended for chef Brooke Williamson.
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Wed, May 6th 2026 08:30 pm
The City of Buffalo is bringing back "Food Truck Thursdays" to Niagara Square for the 2026 season, continuing a downtown tradition that has become a staple of spring and summer in the city.
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Fri, May 1st 2026 08:00 am
Despite celebrating more than a quarter-century in business - a rare 2020s feat - a signature sandwich seen on national television ("The Haystack"), myriad "Best of" food/tourism lists and boatloads of positive social media feedback, The Silo Restaurant isn't settling for status quo.
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