9 Ways Buffalo Quietly Became The Coolest City In The Northeast
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Samantha Gill
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Move over, NYC – there’s a new hip city in town! While most might know us for wings and winter weather, anyone who has experienced the 716 firsthand knows we’re good for so much more. Here are 9 ways Buffalo has quietly become one of the coolest cities in the Northeast.
Thanks to the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, Buffalo's public art is on the rise. Certain pieces of public art are even nationally known. (Looking at you, Shark Girl!)
43North is the biggest startup competition of its kind, and it's headquartered right here in Buffalo! We're so great for startups, the 716 has even been ranked as one of the top cities in the U.S. for entrepreneurs.
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All that business grind requires caffeine, and we've got plenty of places to enjoy an espresso! Buffalo loves a good cup of coffee, as evidenced by the sheer number of cafes and bakeries available around the city.
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We're more than just wings (although we're really good at making those, too). Buffalo restaurants are top-notch, allowing us to rival some of the best food cities around!
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Our hospitals are the best of the best. From cancer care to world-renowned surgical procedures for stroke patients and incredible care down to the smallest of health care needs, the Buffalo Medical Campus is expansive and impressive!
From ice biking to paddle boat tours and everything in-between, there's never a shortage of something to do in Buffalo! There are tons of festivals, concerts, sporting events, and something new and fun to do happening just about every weekend in the Queen City.
Speaking of sporting events... our fans truly make Buffalo one of the coolest cities. Buffalo sports fanatics stick by our teams something fierce - telling opponents loud and proud that our teams are always #1 in our hearts (no matter what the records show.)
Hotel Henry, the Curtiss Hotel, Frank Lloyd Wright's famous masterpieces... these are just a few of the landmarks that have been expertly preserved to ensure they can be enjoyed for years to come. Buffalonians are really good at restoring buildings and making them shine to their fullest potential!
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Blizzard of '77, Snowvember, polar vortex, and the list goes on. We're quite literally one of the coolest cities in the Northeast. If you don't believe us, check the weather reports!
What are your favorite things about Buffalo? Share the coolest traits of the Queen City with us in the comments below!
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