Behind-the-Scenes in Buffalo

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A couple of weeks ago I shared my Matador Network piece on Buffalo from this summer and I'm still getting caught up on sharing the behind-the-scenes from the trip.

I've got up a new Instagram post today with some of the food highlights, and later I’ll be sharing more about where I stayed, the makers I met, and how Buffalo is marking the 200th anniversary of the Erie Canal this week!

With National Sponge Candy Day coming up this Sunday and the Bills off to a winning start, it feels like the perfect moment to shine a light on Buffalo.

Read the story on Matador Network

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Feeling Lucky🍀

In celebration of National Sponge Candy Day on Sunday September 21st, you can win a pound of sponge candy for a year from Watsons candy and Visit Buffalo Niagra. Enter here by 9/21.
Win a trip for 4 to Universal Studios Orlando or Hollywood in honor of Jurrasic World Rebirth. Enter by 9/22. Details here.
The Maui County Fair is back! Like and comment for a chance to win a 4 pack of tickets to the Maui County Fair. Enter by 9/26. Post is here.
How about $100,000 to take a year off? Fat Tire is giving one US resident a chance to live their dream. Enter by 9/30. Details here.
The Golden Nugget is giving away a 2-night stay, $250 food & beverage credit and a 1 oz gold bar! Enter by 2/8/26 Details here.

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