Buffalo Spree

Catch Buffalo’s First Lady, Hailee Steinfeld, at the Buffalo Film Seminars. In April's Spree, Chris Schobert rounds up spring screenings, from BFS favorites to cult late-night picks, plus a heartfelt goodbye to the Screening Room. Pick up the latest issue for more.

With the NCAA in town, we're reminded of Buffalo's deep basketball roots. From the Buffalo Germans to the Braves (and of course the Big Four), Mark Ciemcioch explores the Queen City’s rich hoops history in Spree’s April issue. On stands next week.

WNY knows its tacos—and Taqueria Los Mayas delivers. Their chorizo con buche is our April cover star and part of Spree’s six must-try tacos. On newsstands next week. Photo: James Pici | Story: India June | Design: JP Thimot | Christa Glennie, EAT Editor

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At 96, Clifford “Brother” Bell has spent 70+ years shaping Buffalo’s Black history. Schondra Aytch sat down with him for an intimate Q&A in Spree's April LEGACY Issue, hitting shelves next week. Story by Schondra Aytch Photo by kc kratt

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GIVEAWAY ALERT 📚 Just Buffalo Literary Center's BABEL series welcomes bestselling author Tara Westover, whose #1 New York Times bestselling memoir "Educated" has captivated readers around the world. Grab your book club, enter to WIN 4 VIP tickets: ow.ly/Nfly50YrvyB

Organic Produce Direct delivers healthy groceries to homes in the Buffalo area, all of which are sourced from small local farms and producers. ow.ly/hzsq50YroiX Story by Christa Glennie Photo courtesy of Bon Apetit Buffalo

In an exclusive interview, Buffalo-born filmmaker Dylan K. Narang talks about his wild new comedy Tapawingo starring Jon Heder from Napoleon Dynamite. Read more to see how WNY shaped the director behind Tapawingo Film: ow.ly/AFSZ50Yrv1y Interview by Christopher Schobert

What a revolutionary move from a New York orchard based in Charlotteville! Sauvage Distillery produces Upstate Vodka, a certified kosher and gluten-free spirit distilled entirely from New York–grown apples. ow.ly/jjXV50YrnWr

How did Cheektowaga become the bingo capital of America? Jessica Kelly explores the history of WNY’s beloved pastime and why the halls are still packed today. ow.ly/3fzt50YrtNV Plus: check out Buffalo Spree’s Bingo Guide to find a game near you: ow.ly/YruM50YrtNU

A new chapter at the Crane Branch Library. Take a look inside the thoughtful, multi-phase renovation by Architectural Resources in collaboration with the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. ow.ly/8Fks50Yrpxy Story by Wendy Guild Photos by kc kratt

Just ahead of celebrating the tenth anniversary of his downtown restaurant, Frankie Primo’s +39, restaurateur Jay Manno launched Forno e Mercato, the fourth location in this successful line-up of Italian-leaning eateries. ow.ly/cuqP50YrkUO

Western New York authors have new stories to tell. Amy Lynn Hardy rounds up recent releases from regional voices, from Buffalo history and Great Lakes wildlife to fiction and memoir. Read more: ow.ly/oHWl50YpOkV #BuffaloSpree

What counts as a prayer? A simple writing prompt led Kate Welshofer to reflect on the quiet hopes we send out into the universe, whether in church pews or while attempting the perfect parallel park. Read her latest column: ow.ly/F7I850YpNLj

At Aqua-Tots Swim School Amherst, confidence starts early. Meet the team behind New York State’s first location and the lessons that go far beyond the pool. ow.ly/1RaJ50YpMi3 Story by Meagan Doxtad Photos by Stephen Gabris

In NY, March is all about maple. Take advantage of two weekends (March 21–22 + March 28–29) to witness old-school and new-school syrup processing, take hikes and wagon rides through the sugarbush, and indulge in homey pancake breakfasts. ow.ly/4mX050YoIYn

The 2026 Buffalo Spree Best Of WNY poll is officially OPEN! 🗳️ Vote on 200+ categories and crown your favorites of WNY. Make your voice heard and celebrate the "Best Of" our region. VOTE TODAY: ow.ly/CYOi50YmGBf Polls close Friday, May 1.

Fiercely original and unapologetically her own, Sally Cook spent a lifetime painting on her own terms. Read more about the WNY artist: ow.ly/TQFa50YmzCu Story by M. Delmonico Connolly Photo supplied by Eric Firestone Gallery

For a few weeks each March, small Western New York farms turn sap and local terroir into a delightful and nutritious treat. As part of our sweet syrup coverage this month, we’ve included a Maple 101. ow.ly/jBZz50YlpR1 Story by Christa Glennie Photo supplied by NYS Maple