The rural town of Marilla on the eastern side of Erie County might not strike you as a shopping destination—but the Marilla Country Store would say otherwise.
- By Janelle Harb
As summer gets into full swing, farmers markets and vendors are gearing up for another season of local, fresh and often one-of-a-kind finds.
- By Devon Dams-O’Connor / Photos by Katie Addo
Remember those paperback novels with lovers on covers in the grocery store checkout line, circa 1987? The flowing-haired Fabio characters in chest-baring pirate shirts pouncing on flustered maidens with ripped bodices and exposed ivory decolletages?
- By Lindsay Hyatt / Photography by Christina Buscarino
When the weather gets blustery and the sun goes down early, houseplants can help keep the seasonal blues at bay.
- By Devon Dams-O'Connor
Entering certain spaces, it’s obvious when someone has considered all the elements that make a place feel welcoming, inviting and full of belonging.
- By Jeremy P. Morlock
Inspiration can strike in the most unexpected of places. For bestselling author and Western New York native Susan Wiggs, it was during a visit home to her childhood church in 2021.
- By Kristy Holfoth
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.
- By Kellie Mazur
Lynsey Turos is all about the vibes. Positive vibes. Chill vibes. Groovy vibes. You name it, and her Buffalo-based online store, Nectarine Dreams, embodies it.
- By Miranda Bigham
Many have experienced the familiar panic that sets in a day or two before a friend’s baby shower or child’s birthday party.
- By Lindsay Hyatt
Julian Dell’Oso’s love of all things culinary began long before he opened his cut-to-order cheese shop, Amabel Provisions, last August.
- By Steph Wetzel
Think back to the first months of the pandemic in 2020. Fear, uncertainty and doubt that things would ever feel “normal” ran rampant.
- By Kellie Mazur
West Falls native Erin Long is an artist who has been selling her paintings throughout Western New York and beyond for nearly 10 years. However, her canvas recently expanded—by a few hundred feet.
In celebration of the region's many, many amazing local artisans, makers, creators and small business owners, we pulled together a list of some of Western New York's upcoming holiday markets, vendor shows and neighborhood strolls.
- By Devon Dams-O'Connor
The allure of the earring is a powerful thing. Boldly framing a face or subtly peeking through hair, it’s an accessory that has adorned ears for a millennium.
- By Kellie Mazur // Photography by Alana Adetola Arts
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.
- By Kellie Mazur
By the time December rolls around in Buffalo, the days are short on sunlight. Here are five ideas for gifts from local artists that are sure to brighten spirits.
- By Kellie Mazur
Looking for a new title this holiday season, for yourself or that already-has-everything friend or family member? Trust the minds behind some of Buffalo’s specialty bookstores. Here are their recommendations:
- By Katie Johnson
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 the game itself are the seemingly endless ways fans can show their support through their style.
- By Kellie Mazur
Ernie’s Pop Shop is dripping with family heritage.
- By Kellie Mazur
By the time December rolls around in Buffalo, the days are short on sunlight. Here are five ideas for gifts from local artists that are sure to brighten spirits.
- By Kellie Mazur
Looking for a new title this holiday season, for yourself or that already-has-everything friend or family member? Trust the minds behind some of Buffalo’s specialty bookstores. Here are their recommendations:
- By Katie Johnson
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 the game itself are the seemingly endless ways fans can show their support through their style.
- By Kellie Mazur
Ernie’s Pop Shop is dripping with family heritage.
- By Katie Smith
Five years ago, I wrote a note to myself on a Post-it. It was about swimwear shopping.
- By Miranda Bigham // Photography by Katie Addo
Buffalo’s first zero-waste shop has entered the chat.