Living in Buffalo is bittersweet. There is so much to do all the time and so many restaurants to try, but it does make me spend more money than I'd prefer! So some nights, it can be good to stay in, get a bottle of wine, and make pizza at home! If I can, I … Continue reading Homemade Pizza Night With Battistoni Pepperoni
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Frankie Primo’s: Cozy Comfort Food
Frankie Primo's wouldn't be my first choice to go for pizza, but since I was gathering there for lunch, I figured I'd try a pie from them. Especially on the rainy day I went, they have the perfect cozy, low-lit, intimate atmosphere for a pizza and a glass (or two) of wine. After I ordered … Continue reading Frankie Primo’s: Cozy Comfort Food
Ferro’s Famous NY Pizza: WNY’s Holy Grail for NY-Style Pizza
Been on that NY-style kick the past couple of weeks—maybe it's summer on the way telling me to stick to thin crust pizza. 😉 Numerous NY-style pizza lovers in WNY have shared that I need to make my way over to Ferro's Famous NY Pizza in West Seneca. Since I've been on this kick, it … Continue reading Ferro’s Famous NY Pizza: WNY’s Holy Grail for NY-Style Pizza
Lovejoy Pizzeria: The Name Says It All
So many of you have been asking if I have visited Lovejoy Pizzeria yet, specifically calling out it's mastery in the Buffalo-style pizza realm. Well after much hyping up, I finally had the chance to order from their Main St. location. As described, it was a pizza that rose up to that hype. Impressive Service … Continue reading Lovejoy Pizzeria: The Name Says It All
Black Button Distilling & Hydraulic Hearth: Supporting Your Local Businesses
If I can, I try to support local. Whether that's the local pizzeria, the local diner, the local bar, anything. I think it's because I personally like to know where my money spent is going and if it's truly supporting a Buffalo-rooted entity. There are a lot of great local businesses that make Buffalo's food … Continue reading Black Button Distilling & Hydraulic Hearth: Supporting Your Local Businesses
JJ’s Casa Di Pizza: Master of the Buffalo Chicken Finger Pizza
If you read my recent post on Giacobbi's, then you know I had a great experience and meal there. So it was a pleasant surprise to find out that the same family operates JJ's Casa Di Pizza. Talent runs deep here in Buffalo, as does my love for pizza. Casa is in prime location of downtown … Continue reading JJ’s Casa Di Pizza: Master of the Buffalo Chicken Finger Pizza
Forno Napoli: Wood-Fired Pizza for a Casual Night Out
I love going out to eat. But sometimes I don't always want all of the bells and whistles that come with going out to eat though. I don't always want to have to dress up nice. I don't want to deal with all the jacked up prices either. Luckily in Buffalo, eating pizza doesn't mean … Continue reading Forno Napoli: Wood-Fired Pizza for a Casual Night Out
Carbone’s Pizzeria: True Buffalo-Style Pizza
Growing up in Rochester, my family was loyal to this place called Carbone's Pizzeria. Carbone's had always been my favorite pizza. It was medium-sized crust, had cup-and-char pepperoni, was on the slightly over-cooked side with a crunch, and had a nice zesty sauce. I felt like there was nothing like this pizza anywhere else in Rochester. … Continue reading Carbone’s Pizzeria: True Buffalo-Style Pizza
DiPaulo’s Pizzeria: Bad Crust Makes You Appreciate Good Crust
Love at first sight? Welp, I definitely had my eyes out for DiPaulo's Pizzeria. It had all the right curves and appeal. Like some relationships though, as you get further into things, you uncover some flaws, you accept it's not for you, and you move on. Even though I was sad to see it happen, … Continue reading DiPaulo’s Pizzeria: Bad Crust Makes You Appreciate Good Crust
Giacobbi’s: Artisan Pizzas You’ll Be Talking About
Remember when I said 'this is my favorite pizza?' Or 'favorite restaurant?' Well, I have a new favorite! Giacobbi's Cucina Citta in Allentown is a newer, authentic Italian restaurant. They pride themselves on their artisan pizzas and family recipes, which I can appreciate their attention to detail and value of tradition. A Night Out In … Continue reading Giacobbi’s: Artisan Pizzas You’ll Be Talking About
