Buffalo is a city on the rise. It has always been an amazing city, but now with the additions of the Harbor Center, Canalside, Riverworks, and so much more it is becoming even better. If you've never been to Buffalo, you need to give it a try. I promise you won't be disappointed. Buffalo truly is 'an all America city'. Here is 16 things that every true Buffalonian will understand.
1. There are great people around every corner.
They don't call us 'The City of Good Neighbors' for nothing. Everywhere you look there is some kind of charity or fundraiser in action. The people of Buffalo take care of each other (especially during snow storms).
2. Wide Right
Even if you're not a sports fan, everyone in Buffalo knows the pain that this phrase inflicts.
3. We live in WESTERN New York.
Despite what people from New York City may think, we live in Western New York NOT Upstate New York.
4. It's not called soda.
Everyone from Western NY knows it's called pop not soda.
5. Buffalo wings don't exist.
Don't ever call a Buffalo pizzeria and order buffalo wings. Buffalo is where chicken wings were invented! They are just wings to us. So, do you want them hot, medium, or mild? And don't forget your blue cheese!
6. We take our sports very seriously.
Whether it be the Sabres, Bills, Bandits, or even the Bisons, there is no doubt that Buffalo is a sports town with a drinking problem!
7. We love Canada!
When you look across Lake Erie, you can see Canada. With this in mind, most of us grew up taking day trips to our neighboring country-- especially if you played hockey.
8. Loganberry
If you've never tried Loganberry then you haven't lived! This hybrid of blackberry and raspberry is honestly the best drink on the planet.
9. We love our music!
You can find at least one concert on any given day during the summer. Buffalo sure loves its music!
10. Sahlen's
Sahlen's hot dogs are perfection and every Buffalonian knows it.
11. Chiavetta's
Chiavetta's chicken BBQ is a Buffalo favorite! But let me warn you that they always sell out in record time so be sure to get there early!
12. Sponge Candy
This strange little candy is unique to Buffalo. It comes in a few different varieties, but they all have the spongy center covered by some sort of chocolate coating. They are delicious!
13. Bison Chip Dip
The first thing I look for when I go to a party. It goes great with pretzels too!
14. Mighty Taco
Who needs Taco Bell when you have a Buffalo favorite right here?
15. Pizza Logs
Pizza logs are one of my favorite Buffalonian foods-- second only to chicken finger subs. If you've never had a pizza log, then you need to get your butt down to Buffalo and try one!
16. Roller Derby
If you live in or near Buffalo and you have yet to make it to Riverworks to Catch one of the Queen City Roller Girls' bouts, then you need to get a move on! Roller derby is a fast paced and hard hitting game that is awesome to watch and even more fun to play! Definitely check it out! (Oh, and Go Saucies!)
Clearly, Buffalo is an amazing city that prides itself on it's uniqueness. Although I listed a few things that are unique to Buffalo, there are a ton more that I didn't have time to list such as Paula's Donuts, Weber's Mustard, and Beef on Weck. If any other Buffalonians can think of anything I missed feel free to put it in the comments below!
