Regardless of efforts to revitalize Buffalo’s Theatre District, constant obstacles hinder growth.  A decrease in county funding for arts, poor parking and business closings have limited profit for the metro rail section of Main Street (600 block), while structural improvements are planned but progressing slowly—construction is scheduled for fall 2011 and 2012.

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Whether you’re enjoying a delicious Tex-Mex Cheese Steak Sandwich in South Buffalo, a super-sized fish fry on Hertel Avenue, or the sweet plate of pierogi out in Cheektowaga, odds are good that the food all came from the same place - the Sysco Corporation.  And you thought you were special!

Seriously, Sysco is everywhere - the company is the number-one food service supplier in the…

Cozumel guests celebrated Cinco de Mayo in style -- donning sombreros, fake mustaches and all sorts of amusing poses for Buffalo.com photographer Chuck Alaimo to shoot.

Before our “Sammi Saunter” travels, we expected contrasts between eateries that specialize in lunch fare.  Fera’s boasted quick service and catered to the on-the-run crowd, while Joe’s Deli’s diverse offerings and ample space encouraged a more leisurely meal.  Which would Chris’ NY Sandwich Co. resemble, or would the recipient of Buffalo Spree’s Best Downtown Lunch…

The title is a little harsh—some historians even believe that Mexico’s victory at the Battle of Puebla in 1862 over Napoleon’s flashy French army turned the tide of the American Civil War.  If you’re intrigued or simply get a buzz from reading 19th century Mexican history, then, by all means, read David E. Hayes-Bautista’s take on the roots of Cinco de Mayo. 

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Who’s got the best burger in the Empire state? Two New York organizations set out to find the answer.

The New York Beef Industry Council and the New York Beef Producer’s Association identified 10 restaurants from across New York that have the best beefy sandwiches—among them is one Western New York eatery. Here’s the list of those restaurants and their award winning hamburgers:

Upscale, high-priced restaurants are not for everyone.  After ten years of training at culinary school and work in New York City, California and Syracuse, Joe’s Deli owner Joe Lyons accepted that running an uppity luxury restaurant wasn’t for him.  His passion for the craft hadn’t disappeared though—merely shifted in a new direction.

Joe’s Deli, on the corner of Hertel and…

Pussy willows, polkas, parades, parties and a plethora of Polish pride! Here are Don Nieman's photographs from Dyngus Day at Sobieski Vodka Hall during the 2011 Dyngus Day Buffalo festival.

A drenching rain didn't stop Polish party-goers from goin' nuts at the Central Terminal on Dyngus Day. Buffalo.com photographer Chuck Alaimo shot an impressive album of smiling faces, pussy willows and lots and lots of Tyskie.