August 1st, 2018 by David Marcoux
Certain experiences evoke very particular states of mind. Specific sights, scents, sounds, or textures can trigger strong memories. The olfactory combination of cinnamon and pine, for example, calls up the fairly ubiquitous notion…
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January 17th, 2017 by David Marcoux
I was encouraged by several friends, whose opinions on such matters I take very seriously, to get to The Dapper Goose for a meal as soon as I was able. There were stirrings in the air that something remarkable was happening there,…
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January 11th, 2017 by David Marcoux
Fair Warning: The very words “Lait Cru” literally means, “raw milk,” in French, so let the lactose intolerant beware. One of my dining companions for this meal is allergic to lactose though, and was still…
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December 19th, 2016 by David Marcoux
Let’s get right down to it… Providence Social is setting a great example in Buffalo for trendy dining spots that provide you with an unparalleled dining experience in a casual atmosphere. It’s as simple as…
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November 16th, 2016 by David Marcoux
When I was in college, I did much of my best thinking in bars, away from the campus (who didn’t?), where my mind was allowed to process ideas at its own pace. Particularly on Friday evenings, I liked to push away from my…
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October 26th, 2016 by David Marcoux
In a town with a famous and ever expanding food scene, it is rare to see something truly unique. Until recently, traditional French/Provencal-style cuisine has been particularly hard to find. There are a handful of establishments…
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October 7th, 2016 by David Marcoux
Often, especially during a renaissance such as we have been experiencing lately in Buffalo, attention tends to focus on the next big thing. “We are doing great, give us more of that. What is the next thing that will put…
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September 13th, 2016 by David Marcoux
The good people at Lloyd are once again humbly serving as excellent ambassadors for Buffalo. This time, they’ve been invited to participate in the Thomas’ Breakfast Battle, a national food truck competition to see…
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September 1st, 2016 by David Marcoux
At the end of the day, I think it’s the little things that really elevate a dining experience from good to great. Shear odds are in favor of any restaurant ,of any quality, serving something good to someone once in a while,…
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July 28th, 2016 by David Marcoux
The turning tide of Buffalo’s long suffering economy brings with it a slate of new restaurants. It’s pretty simple math really; more people working/living/playing downtown equals more people who need to eat equals…
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July 15th, 2016 by David Marcoux
There’s a special place in my heart for a classic diner. I grew up spending hours in the Greek diner in my home town with my childhood friends, nursing a $1 bottomless cup of coffee, and doing my best to flirt with the…
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June 15th, 2016 by David Marcoux
At this point, La Divina Mexican Grocery and Taqueria is hardly a well kept secret. Just about every publication, blog and facebook food critic in the greater Buffalo area has weighed in on the hot, new Mexican food spot…
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June 9th, 2016 by David Marcoux
Note: This is the first article in a new series about restaurants located outside of the Buffalo/Western New York area. Buffalovibe.com is a champion of the local scene, local trends, local discussions and it will continue…
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September 26th, 2014 by David Marcoux
Historically speaking, I only review the restaurants that I love. Being raised in the tradition of “if you don’t have anything nice to say...” I choose to celebrate successes with these articles. It is with…
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September 16th, 2014 by David Marcoux
It sometimes seems as though the neighborhood corner bar is falling by the wayside. There was a time when each residential neighborhood in Buffalo had at least one pub strategically placed within walking distance of just about…
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July 30th, 2014 by David Marcoux
There are a very few dining venues for which I am willing to travel. I'm not talking about dropping $500 at Morimoto in New York or the French Laundry in Yountville. That's the type of foodie tourism that is, frankly,…
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July 4th, 2014 by David Marcoux
We might be living in a transitional moment. I’m not sure if it’s localized or national, temporal or generational. I can only speak to what I see, so I won’t try to extrapolate too far beyond my own observation.Here’s…
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June 14th, 2014 by David Marcoux
I went with some co-workers today to Melting Point in Allentown for lunch, a restaurant with an entire menu of grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup. The thought that initially crossed my mind was, "Well how are they going…
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December 2nd, 2012 by David Marcoux
The first indicator of a reputable Buffalo-style dish is it's unnatural iridescent orange coloring, which the people at Campbell's have really nailed with this recipe. But, the similarity stops right about there. While heating…
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December 2nd, 2012 by David Marcoux
A new contender vying for your attention in the weeknight Buffalo social scene is Geeks Who Drink, a "pub quiz" event recently franchised out to a handful of locations in our fair city. The Tap House on Tuesday nights, Cole's…
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January 19th, 2011 by David Marcoux
For anyone who is in a terrible hurry, it all boils down to this… The Green Hornet is an entertaining film. If you spend the money to see it in theaters you likely won’t feel slighted afterwards. That being said,…
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January 15th, 2011 by David Marcoux
Here’s an experiment to try. Ask someone who has spent more than a day in Buffalo what they think of this town. New Yorkers, West Coasters, Southerners; they will all tell you a story of how they instantly fell in love…
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January 15th, 2011 by David Marcoux
Buffalo Winterfest and Powderkeg Festival For better or for worse, Buffalo is known far and wide for snow. While statistically not the snowiest place in the nation, we have managed to earn a reputation that we likely will not…
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