Step Out Buffalo

13/01/2025

From live music to local eats, here’s everything you need to make the most of the week ahead 👇

The best things to do this Week in Buffalo, Western New York, and the Niagara Frontier as chosen by Step Out Buffalo's editors.

13/01/2025

Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr with music, dance, and spoken word performances. 🤝 Buffalo & Erie County Public Library - Central Library

Free and open to the public. Music, dance, and spoken word performances. Hon. Clifford Bell, Master of Ceremonies

13/01/2025

In two years, this historic landmark will be ready to welcome the community again. The countdown starts now! ⏳

Feel Good News For decades, this historic landmark has stood tall on the West Side of Buffalo begging for a little TLC.

12/01/2025

If you need a fun night out during the week we highly recommend checking out these local bars and restaurants that offer weekday trivia nights. 🎊

If you need a fun night out we highly recommend checking out these local bars and restaurants that offer weekday trivia nights.

12/01/2025

It smells like a Bills year to me 👃❤️💙

12/01/2025

❄️✨ Here’s where you can go tubing in Western New York, not far from Buffalo:

Looking for fun, affordable ways to entertain yourself and the fam mid-winter in Western New York? Why not give snow tubing a try!

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12/01/2025

If “Get Organized” is on your resolution list… 👀

Home & Garden If you need a creative eye to help you get your things in order, leave it to the experts at these home organization companies.

12/01/2025

From adult workshops to the Science After Hours series for ages 21+, adults are invited to join the science fun each month at the Buffalo Museum of Science! 🔬🧑‍🔬

Things to Do From adult workshops to the Science After Hours series for ages 21+, adults are invited to join in on the science fun each month.

12/01/2025

These tacos in Amherst is redefining “gas station food” with authentic Mexican 🌮⛽️

Food & Drink After stopping by a local Sunoco gas station on the corner of Maple Rd. and North Forest Rd. in Amherst, we stumbled across Ranchos Tacos —a new Mexican fast-food spot.

11/01/2025

As the Bills head into the 2025 playoffs, let’s throw it back to some of the most epic Bills-themed houses from past seasons. 💙❤️ Where are the best houses this year?

In preparation for the first Buffalo Bills appearance in the AFC Championship since 1994, these Western New Yorkers went all out.

11/01/2025

With VR, you’re able to get up close and personal with mystical creatures, fight off zombies, dodge asteroids in space and so on. 👾

Things to Do WNY knows just how fun VR is, which is why more places across the region are offering a step inside these insane worlds.

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Any native Western New Yorker knows how beautiful it can look during the wintertime.

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Beer lover or not, Frequentem Brewing Co. Buffalo has something for everyone! 🍺🍷 Seltzer? Check. Wine? Check. PIZZA? Yes, please.

Food & Drink There’s a new-ish brewery in the Old First Ward that’s become a popular hangout spot for craft beer drinkers ever since they opened their Buffalo location back in February. If you haven’t been here yet, you’re seriously missing out.

11/01/2025

🍷📚 Clarence’s newest hangout combines cozy bookstore vibes with a wine bar twist. Ready to sip, read, and repeat?

Food & Drink News Devon Powers and her co-owner-father Peter opened BestCellar in November, and Devon told us that the community in Clarence has welcomed the unique concept with open arms.

11/01/2025

This new addition to the North Buffalo neighborhood is already making waves as the ultimate winter hangout spot. 🍸❄️

📍 T Squared TEES & TAPS

Brunch Combining the best of indoor golf simulation, elevated brunch vibes, and a super solid bar selection, the atmosphere inside is just as cozy as it is fun.

10/01/2025

Forget chips and dip; it’s time to level up your game-day spread with something sweeter. 🍪💙❤️

If you’re following the NFL this season, you know that the playoffs are just about here. (You’ll find us near the food at the tailgate, stress-eating the snacks.) One thing your spread might be missing, though? Homemade, Buffalo-inspired sweet treats from Cookie JARZ Bakeshop.

In case you’re unfamiliar, Cookie JARZ Bakeshop is one of the newest sweet spots in Orchard Park. Founded by longtime baker Renee Bialkowski with connections to Dessert Deli, this family-owned business specializes in all sorts of treats to satisfy your sweet tooth.

What’s even better? Their menu is inspired by family recipes that have been passed down for generations, so you *know* every treat is made with love, tradition, and a sprinkle of Buffalo pride.

Ready to become the MVP of the party? Take a look at Cookie JARZ Bakeshop’s football season top-sellers ⤵️

🎂 TOUCHDOWN-WORTHY CUPCAKES

Whether you’re celebrating a winter birthday + game day combo or just need an excuse to sweeten up a Sunday, Cookie JARZ cupcakes are always the answer. Perfectly moist and topped with creamy frosting, these cupcakes come in a variety of flavors that’ll have your guests fighting over who gets the last one.

🏈 BUFFALO-INSPIRED CUTOUTS

Where else would you rather be than right here, right now? More like what else would you rather be snacking on during the game than these delicious cookies?

🍪 SWEETEN THE SEASON

Beyond game day goodies, Cookie JARZ Bakeshop also offers an incredible lineup of seasonal desserts. Their current specials include Hot Chocolate and Cannoli cupcakes, and signature winter cutouts. Or, check them out year round for a delicious birthday cake, anniversary treat, or Valentine’s Day spread!

If you weren’t in the mood for something sweet before…you definitely are now. Head to the Cookie JARZ website today to browse their full dessert menu and follow Cookie JARZ Bakeshop to see more of their offerings!