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KATIE AMBROSE Just imagine a weekend full of stylish shopping, delicious food and cocktails, limitless entertainment

and a relaxing treatment at the spa - all with a couple of your closest girlfriends. It’s the perfect getaway.

Browse through the of over 200 designer outlets in Niagara Falls USA or discover the latest trends

in Buffalo’s new boutiques. To make your trip completely care-free, we’re showcasing the finest shops,

malls and neighborhoods along with an itinerary for a fabulous girlfriend getaway.

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GIRLFRIEND GETAWAYS ...... 2-5 ALLENTOWN...... 30-33 ELMWOOD VILLAGE ...... 6-9 MALLS...... 34-38

HERTEL AVENUE...... 10-13 MENSWEAR...... 39

DOWNTOWN...... 14-17 MUSEUM GIFT SHOPS...... 40-41

LEWISTON...... 18-21 HIDDEN GEMS...... 42-43

EAST AURORA...... 22-25 BORDER CROSSING INFO...... 44

WILLIAMSVILLE...... 26-29

ON THE COVER Photography by City Lights Studio / Models: Myari Ware and Corrinne Wheatley Custom made by Made by Anatomy and Dana Saylor / Hair by Kristin Draudt, Fawn & Fox Salon Makeup by Christina Sergakis, Koukla Cosmetics / Accessories by Moda Vintage Styled by Erin Habes / Style Assistant: Zoe Peppas Girlfriends visit thegrande dames

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Clockwise from top: Canalside, Outlets of Niagara Falls USA, Seneca Niagara Casino 2 BY ANNE BOKMA

Buffalo Niagara offers a luxe getaway

ITH THEIR CAPTIVATING PERSONALITIES, REGAL BEARING AND W rich historical pedigree, Buffalo and Niagara Falls are the grande dames of Western New York State. A mere half hour apart, they offer a double whammy of wining, dining and other delights for two girlfriends ready to replace their usual multitasking to-do lists for a more adventurous go-to list.

The plan for our great escape is simple: We’re pumped to get in on the action. Two counties. Two days. One tank of gas. But first, dinner. We walk to Toutant, And a morning-to-night jam-packed itinerary a popular new spot in downtown Buffalo to ensure we squeeze the most out of our featuring Southern-inspired comfort food 48-hour getaway. and an impressive array of whiskey. We sip on Buffalo Trace and Four Roses before On our agenda: kayaking, water biking and ordering a bountiful batch of shrimp and stand-up paddleboarding at Buffalo’s revi- sausage jambalaya and topping it off with a talized Canalside, bagging budget-friendly recommendation from our waitress — ooey designer finds at Fashion Outlets of Niagara gooey cake, a practically carnal concoction of Falls, USA, sampling the resort experience praline pecans and bourbon caramel. at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino, perusing tantalizing menus at top-notch restaurants, The next morning we head to Canalside for a one-of-a-kind boutique street shopping and triple dose of aqua activity. After a five-minute a meandering lakeside drive through the lesson from BFLO Harbor Kayak, we’re up Niagara Wine Trail, USA. on our paddleboards looking like pros. A half hour later, perched high on water bikes, we giggle like kids trying out giant trikes as we Cruising Canalside giddily bounce along the rippling surface. Next After a late afternoon check in at Buffalo’s it’s a surreal and peaceful kayak paddle in the sleekly designed new Marriott Harbor shadow of one of the largest collections of , we’re awestruck by the view Center grain elevators in the world. As we drift by the 18 floors below of bustling , Canalside still operating General Mills plant, workers on a formerly industrial waterfront area that’s an afternoon break wave in friendly greeting. been turned into a massive city playground Buffalo’s waterfront has achieved what many thanks to $300 million in new development. thought impossible — carving out a natural preserve in the heart of a former industrial heartland.

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At lunch we have a waterfront seat on the outdoor patio at RiverWorks, a 1,000 seat Niagara-bound restaurant and entertainment complex for Shops & Slots (it includes a roller derby track and hockey Back in the car on the I-190 we head toward rink) that rises majestically from among the must-shop stop that’s an essential part towering waterfront grain elevators. One of the of any girlfriend getaway to Niagara Falls — RiverWorks grain elevators has turned into a the 200-store Fashion Outlets of Niagara brewery, while adjacent silo ruins have opened Falls, USA, a premier designer outlet mall as a beer garden. for Western New York and Southern Ontario. That afternoon we stroll Canalside’s boardwalk, Here, sales reign supreme with savings up to which pulses with positive energy thanks to 75% on classic wardrobe items from the likes free outdoor activities from yoga classes to of Ann Taylor, Brooks Brothers, Barn weekly concerts and outdoor games such as and The Limited, from Coach and ping pong, checkers, hula hoops, bean bag Converse and housewares from Le Creuset and toss and ladder ball. There are funky public Corningware. We happened upon an end-of- art installations, a giant sandbox, lemonade season blow-out sale at New York & Company stands, ice cream huts and wine bars that and I dropped less than $100 for four fitted attract everyone from rambunctious tots to stretch cotton blouses, 2 button-up sweaters in handholding hipster couples and promenading hot pink and sapphire blue, grey leggings and a seniors. handful of silver jewelry. Score!

At day’s end we settle into a couple of the 100 TOUTANT colorful and iconic Adirondack chairs provided for patrons’ seating pleasure. With a glass of chardonnay in hand, we catch an open mic show of musical performances. As the cool breeze off the Buffalo River fluffs our hair, we’re blown away by 13-year-old Maggie O’Connell belting out Etta James’ At Last with all the powerful emotion of a seasoned jazz singer. Just another magical moment at Canalside.

Top: Buffalo RiverWorks / Right: Toutant NANCY J. PARISI 4 Bagging those deals with an extensive means there’s a good menu of soups, sand- chance lady luck wiches, salads and might smile on us at brick-oven pizzas, the Seneca Niagara makes for a great Resort & Casino, lunch spot. which boosts 3,600 In Niagara County, slot machines and 90 visit Shawnee gaming tables. Even RHEA ANNA Country Barns if you aren’t much Antique Co-op, of a gambler, you can live the Vegas lifestyle a 100-vendor premier destination antique and complete with resort-style amenities — relax craft store housed in a restored 1912 barn in on the rooftop in elegant chaise loungers, take North Tonawanda. While you’re in town, be advantage of the three-hour “Queen for a Day” sure to take a quick spin around the Herschell spa package, and hit the culinary jackpot at the Carrousel Factory Museum. award-winning Western Door Steakhouse, which has just undergone a $5 million renova- The charming Village of Lewiston also offers a tion. We were putty in the hands of Tony, our unique shopping experience. After fortifying knowledgeable waiter, taking him up on his ourselves with Fountain of Youth smoothies every suggestion, from the Meiomi pinot noir to (made with fresh spinach, grape, strawberry the blackened scallops with roasted pistachio and banana) at 700 Center Street Juice and smoked corn jam and the daintily-arranged Bistro & Café, we hit the retail jackpot at crème brûlée with fresh whipped cream and a jewelry store Cheri Amour, accessory paradise lace cookie. The End of the Road Boutique and You & Me Boutique, where you can pick up every- thing from adorable party dresses to bracelets A little bit country to match every outfit in your closet. TheVillage There are plenty of opportunities for easy side Bake Shoppe, where the featured special is the trips outside the city limits of Buffalo Niagara. “mile-high” apple pie made with five pounds of Stop in for a breakfast of carnitas con huevos, apples, offers a tempting variety of made-from- biscuits and gravy or scrambled tofu hash at scratch treats, sandwiches and soups. Betty’s, a communal gathering hub in Buffalo’s The final item on our to-do list is a trek through Allentown, before making the half hour trek the Niagara Wine Trail, USA where we to East Aurora for a tour of the Roycroft sample two of our favorite things — wine and Campus, which details the 120-year-old chocolate — with a delectable pairing at Black history of a unique community of artists which Willow Winery in the hamlet of Burt. On the formed part of the Arts and Crafts movement drive back to the Canadian border we stop at a in the U.S. Then head to Main Street for street roadside fruit stall where, determined to bring shopping — be sure to stop at Vidler’s, the largest a taste of our getaway home with us, we load five and dime in the up the backseat with world with more RHEA ANNA fresh corn, seedless than 75,000 items in concord grapes, four adjoining 19th bubblegum plums century buildings. and full-to-bursting The inviting Elm peaches. Street Bakery, Talk about hitting

Top: Shawnee Country the sweet spot. v Barns Country Co-op Bottom: Niagara Wine Trail 5 NANCY J. PARISI halfandhalf1088 ELMWOOD village

With a style all its own, the Elmwood Village

is a one-of-a-kind Buffalo neighborhood.

Lined with dozens of fashionable, locally-owned

retailers and crafty shops, the district is a must-

visit during any getaway. Named by the

American Planning Association as one of the

country’s 10 best neighborhoods, there’s no

shortage of new stores, bars and restaurants here.

visitbuffaloniagara.com/elmwood-village

@BUREAUmade #ShoppingInBuffalo #NiagaraUSA 6 ELMWOOD stores with stories village Aurum Jewelers

HERE’S SOMETHING ABOUT WALKING PAST Aurum Jewelers that makes you stop and smile. It offers that Breakfast at Tiffany’s-Holly Golightly scene T DREW BROWN that’s seared into every woman’s cinematic memory. You know the one where Hepburn, looking fabulous, peers into the gem-filled window after a night on the town. Sigh.

Aurum is the longest standing retail shop on Elmwood Avenue. With 50 years of experience, owner Paul Michaels has been serving discerning customers in this location for the past 32 years. He opened Aurum at a very special time in Elmwood’s history, when Buffalo local retail legends like L.L. Berger and the Lighting Fixture Company were avenue staples.

Now, that part of Elmwood is part of Buffalo’s rebirth. Michaels’ location on Elmwood offers him front row seats to the new Thin Man Brewery directly across the street. With a ton of action on this strip of Elmwood, from new restaurants to retail, the avenue’s 400-500 block keeps growing.

Despite the nearby changes, the level of customer service at Aurum hasn’t, and never will. It’s all about the customer’s needs and wants, offering the finer side of retail. Along with stunning custom designs, Aurum also carries European antiques and estate jewelry.

Michaels describes his designs as inspired by neo-classical architecture and nature. A love of symmetry shows in his creations. Each piece of jewelry has a story. One of my favorite pieces was a pair of earrings fashioned from vintage lingerie pins. It’s that kind of creative genius that lives here at Aurum. Whether you are looking for a unique ring for a loved one or that special piece of bling for yourself, Aurum will be with you for a lifetime.

DREW BROWN 487 Elmwood Avenue 716.886.1300 aurumon elmwood.com

7 ELMWOOD village STORE DIRECTORY

Abraham’s Jewelers Elmwood Village Lexington Shopcraft 798 Elmwood Ave Association Co-Operative 719 Elmwood Ave 875 Elmwood Ave Market Allentown Music 807 Elmwood Ave Spiral Scratch 1109 Elmwood Ave Everything Records Elmwood Mother Nature Plant 1109 Elmwood Ave Allentown Music Too 740 Elmwood Ave Emporium 1113 Elmwood Ave 712 Elmwood Ave Sole High The Farm Shop 569 Elmwood Ave Animal Outfitters 241 Lexington Ave MS Eye Candy 986 Elmwood Ave Boutique Sole Man Fern + Arrow 292 West Utica Street 565 Elmwood Ave Anna Grace 773 Elmwood Ave 799 Elmwood Ave Neo Classic Gifts Spoiled Rotten Fern Croft Floral 512 Elmwood Ave 831 Elmwood Ave Aurum Jewelers 291 Bryant St 487 Elmwood Ave OffBeat Emporium Talking Leaves... Filigrees Gallery & 507 Elmwood Ave Books Bavarian Nut Boutique 951 Elmwood Ave Company 1121 Elmwood Ave Pasteurized Tees 822 Elmwood Ave 795 Elmwood Ave Thin Ice Fowler’s Chocolates 719 Elmwood Ave Blue Mountain 754 Elmwood Ave The Peddler Coffees 656 Elmwood Ave The Treehouse 509 Elmwood Ave Froggy 793 Elmwood Ave 289 Bryant Street Penzeys Spices Blush 783 Elmwood Ave Turnstyle Buffalo 1005 Elmwood Ave Get Dressed 298 Ashland Ave 576 Elmwood Ave Piras Fisher Atelier Buffalo Fleece and 820 Elmwood Ave Urban Leisure & Outerwear Gutter Pop Comics Luxury 758 Elmwood Ave 1028 Elmwood Ave Poster Art 736 Elmwood Ave 1055 Elmwood Ave Bureau Half & Half Vania and David 830 Elmwood Ave Co. Ragamuffins 1007 Elmwood Ave 1088 Elmwood Ave 201 West Utica St Campus WheelWorks Village Beer 744 Elmwood Ave Head Over Heels in Renew Bath & Body Merchant Love with 927 Elmwood Ave 547 Elmwood Ave Cool Hand 754 Elmwood Ave 1068 Elmwood Ave Ró Village Designs Head Space 732 Elmwood Ave 448 Elmwood Ave D’Avolio Glass & Gifts 830 Elmwood Ave 67 Elmwood Ave Rumpelstiltskin’s Visualeyes 571 Elmwood Ave 735 Elmwood Ave Elmwood Bidwell Her Story Boutique Farmers Market 779 Elmwood Ave Scoop Shop Watson’s Chocolates Elmwood Ave and 648 Auburn Ave 738 Elmwood Ave Bidwell Pkwy Hu’s Discount Store 498 Elmwood Ave Second Chic Wild Things Elmwood Pet 810 Elmwood Ave 224 Lexington Ave Supplies Inspiration Point 706 Elmwood Ave 483 Elmwood Ave Shoefly 801 Elmwood Ave

For a complete list of shops, go to visitbuffaloniagara.com/shopping Shop hours vary - call ahead to confirm open days & times 8 SIP. SHOP. SAVOR. JOE CASCIO SIP » VERA 220 Lexington Avenue / verabuffalo.com / 716.551.6262 Offering prohibition-style cocktails and totally original concoctions, Vera is serving some of the most upscale beverages in town but with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Enjoy fresh charcuterie and locally-sourced appetizers or swing by a little later in the evening for a lively nightcap with friends. Make sure to pony up at the bar to chat with the friendly bartenders who are more than happy to explain the “whys” and “hows” of that fancy drink you’re sipping on. There’s a reason it tastes so good!

SHOP » FERN & ARROW 773 Elmwood Avenue / facebook.com/fernandarrowshop / 716. 882.5858 From stylish coffee mugs, to colorful stationery and loads of rustic goods you didn’t even know you needed, Fern + Arrow carries artisan goods for life, home and office. Aesthetically speaking, you’ll fall in love with their space in the heart of the Elmwood Village. Rustic, minimal and with a hint of DIY-ness. If you’re looking for the perfect, unique gift to bring back home for your best friend or loved one, you’ll want to make a point of stopping into Fern + Arrow.

SAVOR » THIN MAN BREWERY 492 Elmwood Avenue / thinmanbrewery.com / 716.923.4100 Mike Shatzel has done it again. The local beer aficionado has finally brought a brewery to the Elmwood Village. And although the beer might seem like the focus, don’t sleep on Thin Man’s exceptional food menu. With refreshing soups, monstrous burgers and unique takes on culinary favorites, the kitchen staff is hard at work making Thin Man one of Buffalo’s premier dining destinations. Whether you’re people watching on the first floor or enjoying a meal on the second floor patio, you’re bound to have a fabulous meal that you’ll rave about.

9 NANCY J. PARISI modern_nostalgia HERTEL AVENUe

Hertel is making quite the mark on Buffalo’s shopping

scene. The avenue is home to remarkable

antique retailers displaying historic art-deco

and contemporary items, upscale modern and

second-hand shops and chic home decor outlets.

Steeped in proud Italian heritage, complemented by

recent arrivals from the Middle East, Hertel Avenue

is a superb place to grab a bite, shop and explore.

NANCY J. PARISI visitbuffaloniagara.com/hertel-avenue @moda_vintage

#ShoppingInBuffalo #NiagaraUSA 10 HERTEL stores with stories AVENUE room

ERTEL AVENUE IS HOME TO ONE OF BUFFALO’S best home furnishings and design stores, room. Co-owner and principal designer Michael Poczkalski, aka H DREW BROWN Michael P., has gained national notoriety, being featured on HGTV and DIY shows. You’ll find the results of Michael P.’s interior design genius spread out across the country, from Buffalo homes to condos in Florida to rehabs in Austin.

You might think that Michael P. took a straight line to his incredible design business, but he arrived there via a six-year detour after receiving his Masters of Architecture degree from the University at Buffalo. He decided to enlist in the Navy and was a nuclear mechanic on ballistic missile submarines. After achieving military success, he returned to his hometown of Buffalo with a new zest for life and design. Michael P. then earned a fellowship to Harvard Graduate School of Design. It was there that he honed his innate sense of style and design and turned it into a widely respected interior design firm of Michael P. Design.

Creativity runs wild within the walls of room. It’s a playground for those hungry for high style in their home. Michael P. and his team of designers are constantly working up artistic window displays and merchandising the retail floor. Walking in is like entering a posh New York City furniture store, as they carry well-known and highly respected brands such as Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, American Leather and GUS Modern. You’ll assuredly fall in love with the luxury of leather, fine woods and stainless steel furniture offered, as well as the comfort of luxurious, color-storied home accessories. What’s more, room also offers the best-designed baby furniture and baby gifts in the area.

Take a seat on any sofa in the store, breath in your surroundings and relax. We have a feeling you’ll be inspired by Michael P. and his collection at room.

DREW BROWN 1400 Hertel Avenue 716.886.3541 room-buffalo.com

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27 Chandler The House of Olives O’Connell’s Clothing Savory Sips 27 Chandler St 1374 Hertel Ave 3240 Main St 1448 Hertel Ave

Agorie Headwear Huddle on Hertel One Unique Boutique Second Reader 1434 Hertel Ave 1209 Hertel Ave 1639 Hertel Ave Bookshop 1421 Hertel Ave Antique Lamp Co. & Korona Jewelry North Park Florist Gift Emporium 1588 Hertel Ave 1213 Hertel Ave Shickluna Bike Shop 1213 Hertel Ave 1835 Hertel Ave The Main Frame P.S. Accessories Bella Mia Chocolates 1386 Hertel Ave 1442 Hertel Ave Silent Voices Arts & Candy 1495 Hertel Ave 1096 Hertel Ave Makers Buffalo Pamela Inc. 1382 Hertel Ave 3142 Main St Start With Sleep Blackbird Sweets 1211 Hertel Ave 1547 Hertel Ave Man Cave Outfitters Pasta Peddler of Buffalo 1547 Hertel Ave Terrapin Station Bonfire Craft 1453 Hertel Ave 1172 Hertel Ave 1455 Hertel Ave Peek-A-Boo Baby Maria’s Italian Gifts Boutique Village Beer Buffalo Arts Studio 1415 Hertel Ave 1446 Hertel Ave Merchant 2495 Main St 1535 Hertel Ave Michael Donnelly Queen City Antiques Buffalo Antiques Interiors 1484 Hertel Ave WEBB Exchange 1539 Hertel Ave 1390 Hertel Ave Antiques Revolver Records 1507 Hertel Ave Chow Chocolat Moda Vintage 1451 Hertel Ave 1438 Hertel Ave 1493 Hertel Ave Wine on Hertel room / baby room 1370 Hertel Ave Cone Five Pottery Modern Nostalgia 1400 Hertel Ave 1508 Hertel Ave 1382 Hertel Ave Wrafterbuilt 1376 Hertel Ave Conley Interiors New Buffalo Graphics 1425 Hertel Ave 1417 Hertel Ave @wrafterbuilt Daisy’s Doghouse 1448 Hertel Ave

Dana Tillou Fine Arts 1478 Hertel Ave

Elmwood Yarn Shop 1639 Hertel Ave

Emerson James Inc. 1376 Hertel Ave

Eyewear Unlimited 1480 Hertel Ave

Gypsy Grey 1421 Hertel Ave

NANCY J. PARISI House of Jacob 1453 Hertel Ave For a complete list of shops, go to visitbuffaloniagara.com/shopping Shop hours vary - call ahead to confirm open days & times 12 SIP. SHOP. SAVOR. STANLEY SHAWNA SIP » LLOYD TACO FACTORY 1503 Hertel Avenue / whereslloyd.com/taco-factory / 716.863.9781 Who would’ve thought Buffalo’s first food truck, in six years, could expand to multiple trucks and a brick-and-mortar restaurant? Even further, who could’ve imagined the local taco slingers would be crafting some of the most scrumptious cocktails in the city? Well if their food was any indication, there should have been no doubt. With a zany, Willy Wonka-esque vibe, Lloyd Taco Factory is shaking up the Buffalo beverage game with drinks like the Snozzberry Mule and the ultra-refreshing Gin & Juice, using a house-made juice blend. Lloyd is doing big things on Hertel!

SHOP » P.S. ACCESSORIES 1442 Hertel Avenue / shoppsaccessories.com / 716.833.0678 Style reigns supreme at P.S. Accessories. Whether you’re looking for a new clutch for a night on the town, a shiny necklace or a chic dress to pair it all with, you can find it at this lovely shop on the Hertel strip. Even better, everything in store is under $50 so you’ll be looking fashionable without breaking the bank. Stop in and peruse their always rotating stock of merchandise and save a couple pennies for date night with your best girlfriends.

SAVOR » RISTORANTE LOMBARDO 1198 Hertel Avenue / ristorantelombardo.com / 716.873.4291 The Italian roots of Hertel are strong and there’s no better sign of that cultural culinary pride than at Ristorante Lombardo. Currently in their 4th decade of business, this restaurant is not only one of your best food options on Hertel, but in all of Western New York - elegant and delicious without being pretentious. You and your girlfriends can enjoy rustic, regional Italian cuisine in Lombardo’s gorgeous indoor dining room or outside on their landscaped patio during a warm Buffalo evening.

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@trend_up_store @TrendUpStore DOWNTOWN

The epitome of the New Buffalo, shopping has made

a triumphant return to downtown. Treat yourself to a

new do, stock up on creative handmade greeting cards

and stationery, peruse fun, quirky interior designs

and find the perfect dress - all in the heart of the city.

visitbuffaloniagara.com/downtown

@neweracap #ShoppingInBuffalo #NiagaraUSA 14 stores with stories DOWNTOWN Furnishings

HAT WAS ONCE VACANT HAS NOW been reborn. Take a walk down the 500 block of Main Street. Just a year ago you couldn’t drive W DREW BROWN down this portion of our main thoroughfare. Buildings desperately needed a creative eye willing to be a catalyst for the community. It takes an active group of individuals to pump new life into an area that’s primarily a weekday working district.

One of those creative individuals is Joe Incao, owner of Furnishings; a gift shop that will single-handedly keep you and your home aesthetically up-to-date. Incao opened about a year ago in the former L.L. Berger department store building on the 500 block of Main Street. “When I came here to look at this space there was nothing on this block. D’Avolio opened, then I opened, then Raclettes, then Jerk’s Soda Fountain & Ice Cream, then Just Fries. The amount of positive change that has happened in 6 months is just amazing. I like to think, what will happen in 6 more months?”, Incao says.

Incao is a Buffalo advocate trying to raise the bar. He’s a part of a community of business owners and developers who are working to change the mentality of Buffalonians and visitors alike. Incao says, “Furnishings opened just a little ahead of the curve for retail in downtown Buffalo, but as soon as people recognize that this is a walkable neighborhood, one that’s perfect for strollers, dog walking and weekend fun, I’m their neighborhood gift and home store.”

Furnishings is the ultimate gift store in downtown, stocked with a curated selection from fun and quirky to modern and sophisticated. There’s something for everyone’s style and budget. Think funky light fixtures, cool Buffalo pillows, imaginative décor and roadie wine glasses.

Incao encourages you to come downtown to shop and experience the New Buffalo shopping scene.

500 Main Street DREW BROWN 716.381.8275 furnishings bflo.com

15 DOWNTOWN STORE DIRECTORY

Abino Mills Glassworks Edible Arrangements Print Colletion 255 Delaware Ave 403 Main St 686 Main St Althea’s 2nd Time Around EmbroidMe Queen City Gallery Boutique 23 Lafayette Square 617 Main St 661 Main St (inside Market Arcade) Fowler’s Chocolates Architect For Men 75 Main St Red Siren 600 Main St (inside HarborCenter) 75 Main St (inside HarborCenter) Barrel + Brine Furnishings 257 Carolina St 500 Main St Rust Belt Love 617 Main St Buffalo Adore Groom Service (inside Market Arcade) 617 Main St Beauty & Dry Bar (inside Market Arcade) 391 Washington St Sabres Store (inside Hotel @ The Lafayette) 1 Seymour H Knox III Plaza Buffalo Barkery (inside KeyBank Center) 617 Main St Made by Anatomy (inside Market Arcade) 391 Washington St Sai One (inside Hotel @ The Lafayette) 617 Main St The Buffalo Scooter Company (inside Market Arcade) 198 Oak St Main Place Mall 424 Main St Sarah Danielle CEPA Gallery 295 Main St 617 Main St Maureen's Buffalo Wholesale (inside Ellicott Square Building) (inside Market Arcade) Flower Market 441 Ellicott St Sasmita Batik Indonesia City Wine Merchant 617 Main St 715 Main St MMW Style Studio (inside Market Arcade) 403 Main Street Clayton’s Toy Store Suite 108 ScentCerely Yours! 75 Main St 610 Main St (inside HarborCenter) New Era Flagship Store 160 Delaware Ave Something Blue by LeeAndi’s D’Avolio 657 Main St 535 Main St Old Editions Bookshop & Café 74 E. Huron St Trend Up 617 Main St (inside Market Arcade) Sai One Western New York Book Arts Center 468 Washington St Woyshner’s Flower Shop 391 Washington St (inside Hotel @ The Lafayette) Yar Mo’s Muse 700 Main St

NANCY J. PARISI

For a complete list of shops, go to visitbuffaloniagara.com/shopping Shop hours vary - call ahead to confirm open days & times 16 SIP. SHOP. SAVOR. LISA LUBIN MR. SMITH AGENCY SIP » MARBLE + RYE 112 Genesee Street / marbleandrye.net / 716.853.1390 Boasting a stunning, modern atmosphere, Marble + Rye may be a relative newcomer to the downtown drinks and dining scene, but they’re already making an impact. Showcasing top shelf spirits from exotic gins, hearty whiskeys and bourbons, smoky mezcals and a choice collection of craft brews, M+R is a cocktail palace. Located in the Genesee Gateway, just steps away from Buffalo’s historic Theatre District, Marble + Rye is the perfect spot to sip on a martini before your evening out downtown.

SHOP » RUST BELT LOVE 617 Main Street (wihin the Market Arcade) / rustbeltlove.com / 716.218.8814 There’s something about receiving a thoughtful card that’s just irreplaceable. You’ll be happy to know that print is alive and well at Rust Belt Love. From heartfelt to downright hilarious, every card and piece of stationery you see is designed and printed in Buffalo. Tailored for every occasion, you’ll find something for that special someone back home. Rust Belt Love also specializes in wedding and event design. So if you’re looking for a little inspiration, the displays at their shop in the historic Market Arcade can’t be missed.

SAVOR » BUFFALO PROPER 333 Franklin Street / buffaloproper.com / 716.783.8699 Brunch, dinner and late-night, Buffalo Proper is serving up top-notch grub in downtown Buffalo. Priding itself on fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, this foodie’s paradise presents familiar favorite dishes with a bit of an adventurous twist. Enjoy a delicious Sunday brunch on a second floor patio with a sweeping view of the Buffalo skyline, sit down for a pre-show dinner in the dining room adorned with beautiful woodwork or stop in after hours for one of Buffalo’s best late night kitchens, serving tasty treats until 1am.

17 NANCY J. PARISI shopyouandmeboutique LEWISTON

A scenic 10 minute drive north of Niagara Falls

paves the way into the posh Village of Lewiston.

The community, situated along the lower stretch

of the mighty Niagara River, is a treasure trove of

shops, cafes and restaurants from the charming

to the refined. This neighborhood is one that

you’ll find difficult to leave.

ERIN HABES visitbuffaloniagara.com/lewiston Sweet Peach Baby Boutique

#ShoppingInBuffalo #NiagaraUSA 18 stores with stories LEWISTON Cheri Amour

VERYONE AND EVERYTHING HAS A STORY in the tiny, historic village of Lewiston - even the boutiques. One that stands out with an especially unique E DREW BROWN story is Cheri Amour. A destination for all gifts, this jewelry boutique delivers a mantra of strength, peace and love and, true to its story, it all started with a single charm bracelet. In typical Western New York fashion, it is a family affair. Two sisters from Niagara Falls, one on the East coast and the other on the West coast, joined together over their love of Paris and were inspired to open the shop when they spotted a unique bracelet by Italian line, Nominations. Founding the business in 2002, Cheri Clark and Janeanne Winberg have a way with style and their sweet whimsical vibes are represented through their jewelry.

Cheri Amour is always on the cutting edge in the jewelry world. The sisters work as a team. With Winberg living in Reno, she sees all the hot new trends, while Clark manages the shop. With her lovable personality, Clark herself is known as Lewiston’s “Cheri Amour.” This is a full-fledged family run business, from the sisters’ parents who skillfully emblazon their shop’s bags with stickers, bows and intricately folded tissue paper, to close friends that help design their legendary window displays.

Clark says, “A lot of people come to us for something that says something, and a lot of my jewelry says something.” Whether it is a charm bracelet by Alex and Ani to Mantra Bands, or a necklace by local jewelry designer Her Story, every piece comes with a story.

With fourteen successful years in Lewiston, Clark says, “It’s a wonderful community to have your business in, and the people really want to support local.” Not to mention the village’s sumptuous feast of events featuring everything from the likes of the internationally renowned Lewiston Jazz Festival to the Garden Festival, thousands of visitors are attracted annually.

So, go ahead and shop outside the big box for inspired jewelry designs by visiting Lewiston’s Cheri Amour. It’s a “gem” of a story!

DREW BROWN 522 Center Street 716.754.8675 cheriamour gifts.com

19 LEWISTON STORE DIRECTORY

700 Center Street End of the Road Boutique Sister & Brother Bistro & Café 335 Center St Children’s Apparel 700 Center St 484 Center St Fine Antiques Antique to Chic 105 North Fourth St Soully Created 536 Center St 744 Center St Grandpaws Pet Emporium Brewed and Bottled 402 Center St Spiritually Rooted II Craft Beer Shop 402 Center St 402 Center St Hibbard’s Liquor Store 125 Portage Rd Stuart Sports Canterbury Place 486 Center St 547 Center St Hurtin’ 4 Curtains 469 Center St Sue’s Frame of Mind Cheri Amour 748 Center St 522 Center St Lewiston Music 791 Center St Sweet Peach Baby Boutique The Country Doctor 476 Center St 549 Center St Mangia Café 621 Center St The Village Bake Shoppe Dash of Divinity 417 Center St 345 Center St McNerney’s Irish Imports 480 Center St Village Goldsmith D’Avolio Olive Oils, 744 Center St Vinegars & More Orange Cat Coffee Co. 449 Center St 703 Center St Warren’s Village Hardware 185 Portage Rd DiCamillo Bakery Sgt. Peppers Hot Sauces Etc. 535 Center St 402 Center St You & Me Boutique 467 Center St Enchanted Florist & Scott’s Corner Art Bistro Gift Gallery 402 Center St 739 Center St

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ERIN HABES

For a complete list of shops, go to visitbuffaloniagara.com/shopping Shop hours vary - call ahead to confirm open days & times 20 NANCY J. PARISI SIP. SHOP. SAVOR. NANCY J. PARISI SIP » WATER STREET LANDING 115 South Water Street / waterstreetlanding.com / 716.754.9200 As the jetboats zip by along the lower Niagara River and the sun sets over the valley, you’ll enjoy views of it all from the balcony at Water Street Landing. Over the years, Water Street Landing has become a destination for surf & turf, great live music and, you guessed it, delicious refreshing cock- tails. After you’ve worked your way down the main shopping strip in Lewiston, Water Street Landing is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a drink after a day well spent.

SHOP » YOU & ME BOUTIQUE 467 Center Street / shopyouandme.com / 716.405.7692 Situated in the quaint Village of Lewiston, this modern boutique features clothing, jewelry and accessories and unique gifts for special occasions. You can always count on saying to yourself, “a gift for you, and a little something for me.”

SAVOR » THE VILLAGE BAKE SHOPPE 417 Center Street / villagebakeshoppe.com / 716.754.2300 From lunch options to sweet treats, The Village Bake Shoppe has been warming hearts and satisfying the sweet tooth of dessert lovers for over 20 years. Using only the finest and freshest ingredients, the Bake Shoppe offers made-from-scratch desserts, savory paninis and seasonal gelato flavors. Not only can you enjoy these goodies directly at the Shoppe but various restaurants in Buffalo and Niagara USA serve these delectable desserts.

21 Vidler’s 5 & 10

EAST AURORA

Villages don’t get much quainter than East Aurora.

Located a short 25 minute drive south of the city of

Buffalo, EA is arts & crafts Americana in its truest

form. Rekindle your childhood memories at the

classic five-and-dime, find your inner artist or

splurge at one of the village’s several boutiques,

art galleries, crafty gift shops and specialty stores.

ERIN HABES visitbuffaloniagara.com/east-aurora redFISH Art Studios

#ShoppingInBuffalo #NiagaraUSA 22 stores with stories EAST AURORA Musejar DREW BROWN

HE BIRTHPLACE OF THE ARTS & CRAFTS Movement, the Roycroft Campus and Thome to the imagineer, Elbert Hubbard, it’s no wonder the creative spirit runs rampant in the quaint Village of East Aurora. Vanessa Frost – owner of MUSEjar, an art supply shop and studio, on Elm Street in the heart of village – is a true torchbearer of that notion of imagination and community.

MUSEjar, opened in 2013, offers not only the materials to be creative, like canvases, sculpting tools and hard-to-find paints, but also carries wares crafted by some of the region’s best makers, jewelers and designers. Frost also offers classes and workshops to help folks discover their inner-artist and meet with other creatives. Workshops range from beginner-level tutorials to in-depth sessions based on calligraphy, Shibori dyeing and much more.

Frost explains, “A place to meet and talk to fellow creatives is more valuable than you think. A place to get ideas and have someone to bounce ideas off of. Or find a book and get inspired by other local artisanal goods. Art is all encompassing and inspiration can come from so many different places.”

And while Frost has lived in many different places, she states that there’s no place she’d have rather planted the seeds of MUSEjar than in East Aurora. She says, “East Aurora has the support of a small town but the energy of a city. The village is alive and filled with so many wonderful and creative people that want to make changes in a new direction. I realized this was a place MUSEjar could thrive. This place truly lives up to ‘it takes a village’.”

As MUSEjar exists by the mantra of “supply, inspire, create”, a stop in the shop will fulfill any needs you have to bring your imagination to life.

DREW BROWN 17 Elm Street 716.655.1015 musejar.com

23 EAST AURORA STORE DIRECTORY

Amish Country Country Cupboard Made in America Roycroft Copper Shop Oak Furniture Natural Food Market Store 31 South Grove St 695 Main St 586 Main St 1000 W. Maple Ct Roycroft Pottery Aurora Action Sports Designing Dish Meibohm Fine Arts 2860 Eldridge Rd 669 Main St 138 Grey St 478 Main St Salut Wine & Spirits Aurora Art Glass Downtown Clothing MUSEjar 658 Main St 16 Buffalo Rd Exchange 17 Elm St 720 Main St Schoolhouse Gallery Aurora Brew Works Norberg’s Art & Frame & Cabinet Shops 191 Main St The Dress Shop 37 South Grove St 1054 Olean Rd 712 Main St Aurora Outfitters Nuwer Florist Sears Hometown 594 Main St East Aurora 198 Main St Store Cooperative Market 42 Riley St Aurora Sewing 591 Main St Ooo La La Boutique Center 663 Main St The Toyloft 659 Main St Elm Street Bakery 719 Main St 72 Elm St Peppermint Farms Bella Casa Country Store & Tres Chic Pet Bou- 668 Main St Firefly Cupcakes Herbtique tique 700 Main St 7431 Seneca St 660 Persons St Beulah's General Store Flowers by Nature Petrocy Jewelers Upstairs Treasures 726 Main St 82 Elm St 716 Main St 662 Main St

The Bike Shop Four Honey Bees Purrfect Tea & Vidler’s 5 & 10 576 Main St Cottage Tea Lounge 676 - 694 Main St 306 Main St 586 Main Street, Blush Suite 5 The Walk In 4218 N. Buffalo Rd Fowlers Chocolate & Closet Company (Orchard Park) Ice Cream Shop R. H. Rahn Jewelers 650 Main St 671 Main St 696 Main St The Bookworm Wallflower Vintage 34 Elm St Gems Unlimited Ratcha Lynn 712 Main St 650 Main St (Lower) 704 Main St Cameleon West End Gallery 650 Main St Gold N’ Gifts RedFish Art Studios 48 Douglas Ln 96 Hamburg St & Gallery Costamanga Design 21 Elm St Will Faller Art & 618 Main St Head Over Heels Antique In Love With Shoes Research & Design 21 Elm St 662 Main St 4109 N. Buffalo Rd (Orchard Park) The Woolly Lamb Limelite Music 712 Main St 706 Main St Roycroft Campus Antiques 37 South Grove St

For a complete list of shops, go to visitbuffaloniagara.com/shopping Shop hours vary - call ahead to confirm open days & times 24 SIP. SHOP. SAVOR. RHEA ANNA SIP » BAR BILL TAVERN 185 Main Street / barbill.com / 716.652.7959 On Main Street in the idyllic village of East Aurora is a bar that, even on your first visit, feels like your favorite neighborhood watering hole. Bar-Bill is always packed with locals, ex-pats returning home to catch a Bills game and nibble on arguably some of the best wings in the area, and out-of-town guests checking to see if the Beef on ‘Weck is really that good. Stop in the Bar-Bill to sip on a pint of frosty homegrown brews. Who knows, you might even love it so much that you’ll get your own customized mug placed on the back bar.

SHOP » HEAD OVER HEELS...IN LOVE WITH SHOES 662 Main Street / headoverheelsea.com / 716.655.1811 Head Over Heels…In Love with Shoes is an East Aurora staple. This multi-sensory shopping experience hits you right at the entrance, with an explosion of polka dots and flowers on the storefront. Step inside and you are transported into a fashion lover’s dream. One look around will make you wish you had a shopping cart to fill with your incredible finds. Bright colored , gems and heels in all shapes and sizes, make this shop a fashionista destination.

SAVOR » ELM STREET BAKERY 72 Elm Street / elmstreetbakery.com / 716.652.4720 Breakfast, lunch and dinner, Elm Street has it all. Rustic, wholesome and downright delicious, this bakery serves up delectable creations from muffins to wood-fired pizza. Sourced from fresh local vendors and farmers, the ingredients at Elm Street are always top-notch. Pull up a chair after strolling Main Street for an iced coffee and a scone at breakfast, a light salad for lunch or a hearty entree at supper time. And because their menu changes with each passing season, you’ll always have a reason to return.

25 @secondchicwville NANCY J. PARISI WILLIAMSVILLE

The perfect blend of history, elegance and small

town charisma, Williamsville is the place to visit

for those looking to skip the mall. For the group

of girlfriends seeking to shop top name brands,

indulge in a relaxing day at the spa and dine on the

finest cuisine, look no further than Williamsville.

visitbuffaloniagara.com/williamsville NANCY J. PARISI

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#ShoppingInBuffalo #NiagaraUSA 26 stores with stories WILLIAMSVILLE LeeLee

ILLIAMSVILLE'S SHOPPING district is alive with great retail shops. LeeLee, a women’s clothing and W DREW BROWN accessory boutique, has been a staple in the village for 17 years. Owner Lisa Keating, started her career as a lawyer, but always loved fashion. She worked as a business attorney and decided early on she wanted to run her own business, and LeeLee was born.

Naming her shop LeeLee after her childhood nickname, Keating started to explore brands and expanded into clothing. Keating has built her business into a shopping destination, featuring trendy brands Trina Turk, Michael Stars, Nicole Miller, Velvet, and local jewelry designers – Peg’s Hardware and Mahina, just to name a few. LeeLee has over 30 brands for women, ranging from denim and t- to fun party dresses.

When she first opened LeeLee she was a new mom, and says, “There were times I would have Chloe at the shop with me and she would be sleeping in one of the dressing rooms. She’s grown up in retail and helps with all the buying for the store. She now attends Barnard College Columbia University in New York City, where she’s pursuing a degree in economics.”

Keating is happy to see Buffalo and the Village of Williamsville thriving, and says, “I always had faith in Buffalo, both my husband and I chose to stay, live, work and raise our daughter here. It’s incredible to see the change with tourism, even in the Village. Now we see tourists coming into the shop every week. It broadens everyone’s business.”

5444 Main Street DREW BROWN 716.631.0840 shopleelee.com

27 WILLIAMSVILLE STORE DIRECTORY

1811 Comics DiCamillo Bakery Painted House Talbots Inside the Williamsville 5329 Main St 5823 Main St 5501 Main St Water Mill, 56 Spring St Farmers and Artisans Pumpkins Taylor K Boutique Alex and Ani 4557 Main St 5520 Main St 5823 Main St 5429 Main St Green Spa Village Sarah’s Vintage & TeaLeafs Annarlette Holistics Estate Jewelry 5416 Main St 3959 Main St 5526 Main St 5459 Main St Ten Thousand Bee Maternal Initially Yours Scherer’s Jewelers Villages 5742 Main St 4511 Main St 4567 Main St 5596 Main St

Blum’s Swimwear & The Jacqueline Second Chic Tesori Intimates Shoppe 5454 Main St 5688 Main St 5727 Main St 5524 Main St Shabby Chic Boutique Tony Walker & Co. Blush LeeLee 5544 Main St 5110 Main St 5228 Main St 5444 Main St Simply Sweet Vern Stein Fine Art Clayton’s Toy Store Marty’s 5742 Main St 5747 Main St 5225 Main St 5548 Main St Squeeze Juicery Village Artisans CowPok Mischler’s Florist 5419 Main St 5560 Main St 5651 Main St 118 S. Forest Rd Sweet Jenny’s Wild at Heart D’Avolio Monarch Chocolates & featuring 5409 Main St 5454 Main St Ice Cream Jewelry by Karen 5732 Main St 5759 Main St Dalias Bridal Muleskinner 4558 Main St Antiques Sweet Jenny’s The Wine Room 5548 Main St Inside the Williamsville 5272 Main St Water Mill, 56 Spring St

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For a complete list of shops, go to visitbuffaloniagara.com/shopping Shop hours vary - call ahead to confirm open days & times 28 KATIE AMBROSE SIP. SHOP. SAVOR. SIP » MOOR PAT 185 East Spring Street / moorpat.com / 716.810.9957 Moor Pat is beer. Really good beer. Sporting a list of taps leaning to the more experimental side plucked from micro breweries near and far, you’ll be sipping on brews ranging from tangy goses to fruity wheat beers, extra hoppy ales and rich stouts. Just like a fine wine, you’ll want to pair your brew with one of Moor Pat’s appetizing menu items featuring a varied selection of sausage and wursts. You’ll know you’ve had your fill when you start reading the bar name backwards… taP rooM.

SHOP » 10,000 VILLAGES 5596 Main Street / tenthousandvillages.com/williamsville / 716.810.9333 A neighborhood shop that connects thousands of neighborhoods across the globe, 10,000 Villages is a truly unique shopping excursion. Bringing together handmade crafts from makers across the globe, you’ll find something for you or a loved one that has real meaning. And you can rest assured that your purchase goes towards a good cause as 10,000 Villages is fair trade certified, giving back to the global artisans that make this shop a one-of-a-kind experience.

SAVOR » SHARE KITCHEN 5590 Main Street / sharekbr.com / 716.906.3400 This is new American cuisine at its best. Share fuses together classic dishes with unique flavors. Dine on fresh salads and veggies, juicy steaks and straight-from-the-ocean seafood along Main Street in the historic Village of Williamsville. With a menu centered around small plates and with a fantastic selection of bottled wine, you’ll want to round up several of your best girlfriends and share the night away. Just make sure you don’t forget dessert!

29 ERIN HABES 125artcollective ALLENTOWN

With all the quirks and eclectic vibes that you’d RHEA ANNA

expect from any artsy neighborhood, Allentown

is the embodiment of Buffalo’s unique styles and

flavors. Lined with several long-standing boutiques

and restaurants with a healthy dose of new flair,

Allentown is the place all the cool kids call home.

visitbuffaloniagara.com/allentown

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#ShoppingInBuffalo #NiagaraUSA 30 stores with stories ALLENTOWN Allen Street Dress Shop

PITOMIZING THE FEARLESSNESS AND spirit that defines Allentown, The Allen Street Dress Shop is a legend in the Buffalo retail world. With E DREW BROWN two locations, one in East Aurora and the second on Allen, owner Danielle “Den” Webb, has been on the forefront of curating this indie culture. In 1982, she opened her very first shop in East Aurora with her husband using their college tuition fund. She laughs saying, she “wasn’t college bound, and that the store was her education.” Born into a very supportive family, Den’s grandmother was in the clothing business, and her father was in sales.

The business started to take off and she found herself moving into the Roycroft Inn. The late preservationist and fashion icon, Kitty Turgeon, owner of the Roycroft at the time, gave her a chance to sell items on the porch of the Roycroft. After opening the first shop on Main Street in East Aurora, she was convinced it was time to open another in Allentown.

One thing that sticks out about The Dress Shop is the incredible clients it caters to. Webb’s talent lies in being able to dress all shapes, sizes and ages. Den truly knows how to dress the female body, it’s a talent, and she does it well. As a buyer, Den tries to focus on “bringing in at least 1/3 domestically made product, and tries to put a focus on natural fibers.” She says, “These days I’m finding some of the polyesters to be fantastic, but I believe in linen like nothing else. I think it’s God’s gift.”

Webb has witnessed Allentown’s many transformations and continues to love every minute of the experience. Allentown was built for retail and is extraordinarily diverse in every way. It’s one of the things she loves most about Allentown, and she’s excited to see what happens with the growth and development. Den is passionate about the Allentown community and preserving it for generations to come.

89 Allen Street DREW BROWN 716.883.0871 thedressshop.com

31 ALLENTOWN STORE DIRECTORY

125 Art Collective – Designs by Dovi & Girls/ Larry’s Antiques Curiosity Shop & African Market 181 Elmwood Ave Tattoo Studio 224 Elmwood Ave 125 Elmwood Ave Little Allen Fashion The Dress Shop 152 Allen St Antique Man 89 Allen St 234 Allen St My Pride Buffalo El Buen Amigo 224 Allen St Antiques Allentown 114 Elmwood Ave 146 Elmwood Ave Patricia’s Antiques Elmwood Village Fabrics 45 Allen St Art Dialogue Gallery 543 Franklin St 1 Linwood Ave Picasso Moon Essence of Nature etc. 260 Allen St Avenue Art & Frame 168 Elmwood Ave 441 Delaware Ave Pine Apple Company Eyes Downtown 224 Allen St Black Cat Vintage 902 Main St 85 Allen St Positive Approach Freshly Dipped 334 Connecticut St Bloom 93 Allen St 846 Main St Red Poppy Etc. Gift Shop @ Theodore 141 Elmwood Ave ¡Buen Vivir! Gallery Roosevelt Inaugural Site 148 Elmwood Ave 641 Delaware Ave Rick Cycle Shop 55 Allen St Buffalo Big Print Hyatt’s All Things Creative 78 Allen St 910 Main St Rick’s Sports Apparel 201 Allen St Casa de Arte Indigo Art Gallery 141 Elmwood Ave 47 Allen St Spirits of Allentown 257 Allen St CowPok Lace & Day 177 Elmwood Ave 445 Franklin St Studio Hart 65 Allen St @elbuenamigolaca TGW Gallery 497 Franklin St

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For a complete list of shops, go to visitbuffaloniagara.com/shopping Shop hours vary - call ahead to confirm open days & times 32 SIP. SHOP. SAVOR. SIP » BILLY CLUB 228 Allen Street / billyclubbuffalo.com / 716.331.3047 One of the newest additions to Allen Street’s renowned nightlife scene, Billy Club is a modern- day saloon. With an entire back bar filled with craft whiskeys, bourbon, rye and scotch, there’s still much more on the menu. The experienced bartenders are ready to shake up your favorite traditional cocktail or step outside your comfort zone with one of their innovative drink creations. Give your drink a sidekick with one of Billy Club’s speciality dishes ranging from unique spreads of farm-fresh veggies, Southern-inspired gator and lively twists on your favorite blue-collar foods.

SHOP » LACE & DAY 445 Franklin Street / laceandday.com / 716.884.1580 Being comfortable and confident are the virtues that Lace & Day holds most dear. The talented seamstresses at this new shop along Franklin Street in Allentown know that no two women are the same. With expert precision, they’ll fit you with lingerie that will have you looking - and feeling - your very best. And for all the fellas out there, don’t worry they’ve got you in mind too. With several lines of speciality products you’ll walk out feeling great.

SAVOR » ALLEN BURGER VENTURE 175 Allen Street / allenburgerventure.com / 716.768.0386 Thick, juicy burgers, hand-cut fries, a legendary selection of craft brews and wine-on-tap await in this punky Allentown food destination. Fuel up for a late night of bar-hopping on Allen Street with a burger the size of your head. Order a traditional beef patty with complex toppings (one comes with peanut butter), or try one of the more exotic meats. There’s even options for all you veggies out there.

33 MALLS

RHEA ANNA FASHION OUTLETS OF

NIAGARA FALLS USA STORES WITHIN 2 MILES OF The region’s premier outlet shopping center, located FASHION OUTLETS minutes from the world-famous Falls, the Canadian border, Burlington 2429 Military Rd hotels and casinos. An upscale shopping environment in a Hobby Lobby beautiful climate controlled space; Fashion Outlets is home 1560 Military Rd to more than 200 top designer brand name stores, offering Target savings of up to 75% off.See website for a complete list of stores 7414 Niagara Falls Blvd and mall hours, including extended holiday hours. T.J. Maxx 1900 Military Road / Niagara Falls, NY 14304 7210 Niagara Falls Blvd 716-297-2022 / fashionoutletsniagara.com Ulta Beauty 1520 Military Rd Walmart MALL HIGHLIGHTS 1540 Military Rd Ann Taylor J.Crew Factory Nine West Outlet Wegmans Factory Store Kate Spade Saks Fifth Avenue 1577 Military Rd Burberry New York OFF 5th Calvin Klein Kenneth Cole The Limited Outlet Coach LOFT Victoria's Secret DKNY Marshall's White House | Express Michael Kors Black Market Factory Store 34 WALDEN GALLERIA

Buffalo Niagara’s premier shopping destination with over STORES WITHIN 2 MILES OF 200 stores, twelve sit-down restaurants, an international WALDEN GALLERIA food court and Regal Cinemas Stadium 16, Walden Galleria is Bed Bath & Beyond a two-level shopping, dining and entertainment location that 3781 Union Rd offers a little something for everyone.See website for a complete Marshalls 3735 Union Rd list of stores and mall hours, including extended holiday hours. Michaels One Walden Galleria / Cheektowaga, NY 14225 1740 Walden Ave 716-681-7600 / waldengalleria.com Niagara Hobby & Craft Mart 3366 Union Rd MALL HIGHLIGHTS Pier 1 Imports 1740 Walden Ave Anthropologie H&M Michael Kors Ritzy Rags Coach JCPenney Nine West 4060 Union Rd Dick’s Sporting Lord & Taylor True Religion Sam’s Club Goods J. Crew Urban Outfitters 3735 Union Rd Forever 21 Macy’s Target Guess 1750 Walden Ave Lucky Brand

35 BOULEVARD MALL

One of Western New York’s finest shopping centers STORES WITHIN 2 MILES OF features more than 120 specialty shops and restaurants, BOULEVARD MALL including Macy’s, Macy’s Mens, JCPenney, Sears, Babies ‘R’ Us 1569 Niagara Falls Blvd TGIFriday’s, Chili’s and Bonefish Grill.See website for a complete list of stores and mall hours, including extended Barnes & Noble 1565 Niagara Falls Blvd holiday hours. Burlington Coat Factory 730 Alberta Drive / Amherst, NY 14226 3097 Sheridan Dr 716-834-8600 / boulevard-mall.com JoAnn Fabrics 1551 Niagara Falls Blvd

MALL HIGHLIGHTS Payless Source 3049 Sheridan Dr American Eagle JCPenney Pacific Sunwear Target Outfitters Macy’s / Macy’s Sears 1575 Niagara Falls Blvd Banana Republic Men’s Shop Victoria’s Secret Trader Joe’s Charlotte Russe New York & 1565 Niagara Falls Blvd Company H&M Wegmans 675 Alberta Dr

36 LAUREN TOPLIFFE EASTERN HILLS MALL

Eastern Hills is home to more than 85 specialty stores. STORES WITHIN 2 MILES OF Shoppers enjoy plasma TVs, free wireless internet access, EASTERN HILLS several fireplaces and seven delicious food establishments Barnes & Noble 4401 Transit Rd in the International Food Court. See website for a complete list of stores and mall hours, including extended holiday hours. Best Buy 4401 Transit Rd 4545 Transit Road / Williamsville, NY 14221 Dick’s Sporting Goods 716-633-1600 / shopeasternhills.com 5105 Transit Rd Hive MALL HIGHLIGHTS 9570 Transit Rd Stein Mart American Eagle Dakota Watch Co. New Age Creations 7992 Transit Rd Outfitters JCPenney New York & TJ Maxx Bath & Body Works Company Laux Sporting 4199 Transit Rd Bon-Ton Goods Victoria’s Secret Toys ‘R’ Us 4135 Transit Rd

37 McKINLEY MALL

Heading south of Buffalo for a day of skiing, a trip to the Erie County Fair or a Bills Game at Ralph Wilson Stadium? McKinley Mall is a go-to shopping destination in Buffalo’s Southtowns, featuring nearly 100 stores including Barnes & Noble, Bed Bath & Beyond and Best Buy, as well as Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired designs in its food court and entrances. See website for a complete list of stores and mall hours, including extended holiday hours. 3701 McKinley Parkway / Blasdell, NY 14219 716-824-0462 / shopmckinleymall.com

MALL HIGHLIGHTS

Barnes & Noble Best Buy Bon-Ton Famous Footwear Finish Line Hollister Co. JCPenney Old Navy Gifts Victoria’s Secret Wet Seal

STORES WITHIN 2 MILES OF McKINLEY MALL A.C. Moore 3760 McKinley Pkwy Children’s Place 3467 Amelia Dr David’s Bridal 3760 McKinley Pkwy BJ’s Wholesale Club 4408 Milestrip Rd

NANCY J. PARISI JoAnn Fabrics 3540 McKinley Pkwy

38 MENSWEAR

Architect for Men 600 Main St, Buffalo O’CONNELL’S CLOTHING Bureau 830 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo All the purveyors of style Cats Like Us know O’Connell’s clothing, 67 Main St, Tonawanda located on Main Street Cool Hand in the student-rich 1068 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo University Heights. Get Dressed Established in 1959, 576 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo they have been a family- Half & Half owned and operated 1088 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo clothier offering men’s,

Marty’s Formalwear women’s, and young 5548 Main St, Williamsville men’s clothing. DREW BROWN

Modern Nostalgia Store owner Bernhard Huber has been an influencer in the local 1382 Hertel Ave, Buffalo fashion industry for 55+ years. He’s always had the vision and Napoli’s Men’s Shop creativity to withstand Buffalo’s highs and lows, and never once 6815 Main St, Amherst has compromised on style, quality, and service. Over the years,

New Era Flagship Store Huber’s sons John and Ethan Huber have joined the business. 160 Delaware Ave, Buffalo Today, O’Connell’s Clothing maintains a website that reaches a Riverside Men's Shop worldwide audience and includes both men’s and women’s clothing, 3063 Sheridan Dr, Amherst footwear and accessories. There are currently over 8,000 in-stock Sole High items such as blazers, ties and shoes and features fashion heavy- 569 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo weights like Barbour, Alden Shoes, Bills Khakis, Quoddy, Salko Coats, Sole Man and Marrimekko. 565 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo O’Connell’s is not only known for their exclusive top-notch Sunday Skate Shop brands, but also has a coveted private label collection. Huber says, 212 Grant St, Buffalo “The private label is done the way we want them and made in the Tony Walker & Co. USA. We buy the cloth, have it made in four colors and sell it just as 5110 Main St, Williamsville fast as we make them. It’s O’Connell’s because it’s exactly the way we Trend Up want it and made to our specs and standards.” This custom O’Connell 617 Main St, Buffalo product fills the void, which includes everything you ever wanted Urban Leisure and Luxury and could never find, including that pair of beer and pretzels 736 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo embroidered you have been dreaming of…

VisualEyes 3240 Main Street, Buffalo / 716-836-4140 735 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo oconnellsclothing.com

39 MUSEUM SHOPS

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TRInauguralSite @tr_inaugural_site ALBRIGHT-KNOX ART GALLERY BUFFALO HISTORY MUSEUM Stocking an energetic and highly curated mashup Offers items related to the history of Western New of avant-garde pieces, books, children’s toys and York and its people, such as postcards, posters, fine puzzles, home accessories and whimsical jewelry, gift items, children’s books, and a wide selection of you could say this gift shop’s décor is worthy of its publications about Buffalo architecture, ethnic heri- own spotlit white pedestal. The sculptural selection tage, genealogy, the Arts & Crafts movement offers pieces you won’t want to leave without, and and Frank Lloyd Wright. the jewelry is hand-made and utterly fanciful-chic. One Museum Court, Buffalo 1285 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo 716-873-9644 / buffalohistory.org 716-882-8700 / albrightknox.org BUFFALO MUSEUM OF AQUARIUM OF NIAGARA SCIENCE Dive in to the ‘Fin’ esse Gift Shop and browse an array Showcasing a wide-range of science-related gifts, of marine-related mementos! Shop an assortment of the Curiosity Shop has everything from educational fun and educational products including book, videos, but fun games and toys to extreme gadgets. clothes, toys and plush animals. Whether it’s a mummy hat or a set of geo crystals, 701 Whirlpool St, Niagara Falls your mad scientist will be set into motion! 716-285-3575 / aquariumofniagara.org 1020 Humboldt Pkwy, Buffalo 716-896-5200 / sciencebuff.org BUFFALO & ERIE COUNTY BOTANICAL GARDENS BUFFALO ZOO Shop for garden supplies and plants, as well as The Zootique is full of animal-themed items from floral-themed jewelry and apparel. Everyone’s around the world, as well as Buffalo Zoo branded garden deserves an addition from the Gardens, T-shirts, sweatshirts, stuffed toys, postcards, whether it be live plants or funky garden art. calendars, mugs and educational toys. A Zootique 2655 South Park Ave, Buffalo gift can be the perfect way to remember your day at 716-827-1584 / buffalogardens.com this charming zoo, which is set within the Frederick Law Olmsted-designed Delaware Park. 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo 716-837-3900 / buffalozoo.org 40 BURCHFIELD PENNEY GRAYCLIFF ESTATE ART CENTER Frank Lloyd Wright’s Graycliff estate, situated on While most museum gift shops are filled with the Lake Erie shore, was the former summer home knick-knacks and memorabilia, the Burchfield’s to one of Buffalo’s prominent families. At its gift shop is filled with work by local artists. There are shop, browse through hundreds of Frank Lloyd some seriously cool, collectible items to be found. Wright and arts and crafts style items, including The museum itself is known for showcasing cut- necklaces, apparel, household décor and many ting-edge artists and exhibitions, and the creativity Graycliff exclusives. obviously doesn’t stop at the art. 6472 Old Lake Shore Rd, Derby 1300 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo 716-947-9217 / graycliffestate.org 716-878-6011 / burchfieldpenney.org OLD FORT NIAGARA CASTELLANI ART MUSEUM Located in the Visitor Center, the Museum Shop Featuring a unique selection of jewelry, art glass, offers a wide-variety of books, apparel, historic books, art cards, children’s items and hand-made reproductions and other unique gift items. trinkets from around the world. Exhibition related Fort Niagara State Park, Youngstown merchandise and catalogs as well as a full selection of 716-745-7611 / oldfortniagara.org items that complement the folk arts and educational programs are also available. THEODORE ROOSEVELT 5795 Lewiston Rd, Niagara University INAUGURAL SITE 716-286-8200 / castellaniartmuseum.org The gift shop features everything from TR finger puppets, mustaches and spectacle shot glasses to DARWIN MARTIN HOUSE historical books and Teddy bobble heads. COMPLEX 641 Delaware Ave, Buffalo An artfully curated collection of Frank Lloyd 716-884-0095 / trsite.org Wright-inspired home décor as well as fine jewelry, accessories and books. From replicas of the famous ROYCROFT COPPER SHOP “Midway Garden Sprite” statues to beautiful GALLERY Japanese Tea Sets, there is something for you and You can experience the American Arts and Crafts everyone on your list. Movement’s legacy today by shopping at the 125 Jewett Pkwy, Buffalo Roycroft Copper Shop, featuring hundreds of 716-856-3858 / darwinmartinhouse.org works by over 100 local, national, and international artisans including handmade jewelry, ceramics, woodwork, glass, prints and paintings. 31 South Grove St, East Aurora 716-655-0261 / roycroftcampuscorporation.com

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41 HIDDEN GEMS

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Love the thrill of the hunt? Many of the best things about Buffalo Niagara’s shopping destinations are totally off the beaten path. The best way to discover these hidden jewels is to pound the pavement and explore. Here’s a handy cheat sheet of those must-shop boutiques.

27 CHANDLER CATS LIKE US This antique shop has an overflowing collection of mod- There’s no question vintage style is having a ernist and art deco pieces. Owner Michael Merisola renaissance. Cats Like Us embraces a fashion era of has expanded and rebranded his longtime Hertel hip-hugging, cleavage-enhancing, silhouettes of the Avenue shop, COOCOOU. With an eclectic taste for mid-century. Release your inner rockabilly and head mid-century, art industrial, antiques, and down right over to their boutique in Tonawanda or click your way weird, he has developed a massive following for those around their website! who covet one-of-a-kind finds. Be sure to check out 67 Main St, Tonawanda / 716-694-6600 the website for up-to-the-minute inventory. catslikeus.com 27 Chandler St, Buffalo / 716-432-6216 coocoou27.com CONFETTI COTTAGE A quaint and homey atomosphere where you can sip, ANNARLETTE shop and stay awhile. Browse a unique mix of fashion In this store, the contemporary yet trendy selections handbags, jewelry, scarves and accessories for both of beautiful clothing, jewelry, handbags and footwear fashion and home décor. Unwind in the riverside easily ranks with the likes of Barney’s and Saks Fifth café with coffee and homemade pastries or let your Avenue. Offering an evolving platform of curated creativity flow at a hands-on paint class. designers, Annarlette has searched far and wide to 7917 Buffalo Ave, Niagara Falls bring exclusive labels to Buffalo. 716-371-2199 / confetticottageusa.com 3959 Main St, Amherst 716-833-7000 / annarlette.com

42 HIP GYPSY Nestled in a quaint red brick building, Hip Gypsy features whimsical fashion, artisan jewelry, home décor, comforting coffee and teas, along with various trinkets and treasures. 78 Webster St, North Tonawanda 716-260-1313 / hip-gypsy.com

MARILLA COUNTRY STORE 166 years in the making, one step into the store and you’re instantly brought back in time. Gaze at the aisles and shelves filled with unique gifts, crafts and sweets. They offer hundreds of hand-made pieces like candles, ceramics and home décor. While you shop and visit the attached museum, enjoy a hand-dipped ice cream cone too! www.rovejewelry 1673 Two Rod Rd, Marilla SCHOOLHOUSE GALLERY 716-655-1031 / marillacountrystore.com Housed in a circa 1950 schoolhouse, the gallery and adjacent woodworking studios provide you with a MARTINSVILLE SOAPWORKS unique opportunity to see the craftsmanship and working A handmade bath and body emporium featuring cold methods of four Roycroft Master Artisans. Their exqui- process soaps, hand and body lotion, scrub drops site hand-made furniture, mirrors, frames, lamps and and other luxurious yet affordable scented products. more would be the perfect addition to your home! Crafted from a proprietary blend, Martinsville Soap- 1054 Olean Rd, East Aurora / 716-655-4080 works offers both classic and masculine fragrances, perfect for all. WEST SIDE BAZAAR 88 Webster St, North Tonawanda A grassroots project that empowers our ethnic 716-694-4822 / martinsvillesoapworks.com community in the heart of the Grant and Ferry PAMELA, INC. Marketplace. A true destination where shoppers can find exotic handcrafted gifts, clothing and jewelry from Pamela Inc. offers a wide selection of finely crafted all over the world and fresh exciting ethnic foods. hats, scarves, jewelry, watches, and sunglasses. Find unique, one-of-a-kind accessories at this shop. 25 Grant St, Buffalo / 716-464-6389 westsidebazaar.com 3142 Main St, Buffalo / 716-725-6215 WEST SIDE STORIES PATRICIA'S BACK BARN A great little used bookshop located in the heart of A 3,000 square foot barn uniquely staged featuring Buffalo’s Westside that brings back the nostalgic an eclectic mix of furniture, home décor, accessories, joy of wandering around a bookstore and losing antiques, vintage clothing and architectural salvage. yourself in the pages. P.S. Pick up a book and walk From rustic to modern décor, Patricia’s Back Barn over to Sweetness_7 Café, where you’ll have some specializes in mixing the old with the new. good coffee & conversation! 6610 Shawnee Rd, North Tonawanda 205 Grant St, Buffalo / 716-803-8173 716-731-1911 / facebook.com/patriciasbackbarn westside-stories.com

ROVE JEWELRY, WHAT A WOMAN WANTS ACCESSORIES & GIFTS This boutique specializes in accessorizing your neck From classic to edgy, Rove offers unique jewelry, with the perfect , your wrist with the cutest accessories and gift items for both men and women, bracelet, your shoulder with a leopard-print purse always keeping in mind today’s fashion trends and and your home with funky décor pieces. Whether affordability. you’re looking for laid-back and casual or chic and 638 Lake St, Wilson / 716-205-1717 glam, this shop has just the thing. facebook.com/www.rovejewelry 1 Buffalo St, Hamburg / 716-649-2034 shopwhatawomanwants.com 43 CROSSING THE BORDER

The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative,  Declare all fruits, vegetables, plants and plant or WHTI, requires U.S. and Canadian travelers to products, animals, birds, eggs, meat and meat present a passport or other document that denotes products. identity and citizenship when entering the U.S. For  Declare all items acquired for personal use. additional information, including document options  Resident aliens must carry residency cards at and requirements for special audiences, please visit all times. GetYouHome.gov.  Dogs and cats must be free of evidence of U.S. citizens returning home from Canada are diseases communicable to humans. Dogs older required to present one of the travel documents than three months must have proof of a rabies listed here: vaccination.  U.S. Passport  Don’t fool around. Customs and Immigration  U.S. Passport Card Agents on both sides of the border are law enforcement officials who take their duties  Enhanced Driver’s License very seriously.  Trusted Traveler Program Cards such as NEXUS,  Don’t drive under the influence of alcohol. SENTRIU or FAST enrollment cards  Be patient. Additional security has been  Special Audiences (Special documents instituted for safety on both sides of the border. for U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents, U.S. Military, Native Americans, and Boaters; birth WHAT YOU CAN BRING HOME TO CANADA certificates for children under the age of 16). How much can I spend shopping in Buffalo Niagara Canadian citizens entering the U.S. without paying duty at the border? are required to present one of the travel The longer you stay, the more you can spend, so book documents listed here: your overnight stay in Buffalo Niagara! But if you really  Canadian Passport need to know...  Trusted Traveler Program Cards such as TIME OUT OF EXEMPTION NEXUS or FAST/Express enrollment cards COUNTRY LIMITS  Enhanced Driver’s License Out of country CA $0  Special Audiences (Special documents within 24 hours for Native Americans and Boaters; birth More than 24 hours, but certificates for children under the age of 16). CA $200 less than 48 hours SUGGESTIONS FOR CROSSING THE BORDER More than 48 hours, but CA $800  Have proof of citizenship (birth certificate or less than 7 days passport) readily available. More than 7 days CA $800  Have birth certificate for each child in your vehicle. If traveling with children who are not NEW YORK STATE SALES TAX EXEMPTION a part of your family, have a note or proof that Effective immediately, clothing and footwear priced the child has permission to cross the border under $110 USD will be exempt from New York with you. State’s 4% sales tax. Total cost of qualifying clothing  Turn off radios and cell phones when talking to and footwear items can exceed $110 USD as long as border agents. each individualitem costs less than $110 USD.

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