Drinking Advocate
Stories, guides, and expert picks from the Buffalo House team.
How Much Wine to Buy for a Wedding or Party (Calculator + Buffalo Buyer's Guide)
The exact formula bartenders use, plus our wedding wine picks under 0, the red/white split, and 5 mistakes to avoid. Free consultations + same-day delivery across WNY.
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Pizza Logs & Pinot: A Buffalo Bar-Snack Wine Guide
Beef on weck is famous. But the real Buffalo bar-snack canon — pizza logs, fish fry, sponge candy, charcoal-grilled hot...
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Buffalo Wing Pairings: What to Drink With Your Wings
Hot, mild, garlic parmesan, suicide — the Anchor Bar invented wings, and we've spent decades figuring out what to drink...
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Red Wine for Beginners: 6 Styles You Need to Try
Red wine doesn't have to be intimidating. Whether you're picking a bottle for a weeknight dinner or trying to figure...
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Wine and Food Pairing Made Simple: A No-Nonsense Guide
Forget the complicated rules. Here's how to pair wine with food using a few simple principles that work every time.
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The Best Wines for Summer Sipping in Buffalo
Beat the heat with our favorite warm-weather wines — from crisp whites to refreshing rosés perfect for patios, picnics, and...
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The Best Moscato Wines: A Complete Guide for Sweet Wine Lovers in Buffalo, NY
Everything you need to know about Moscato wine — types, food pairings, serving tips, and our top picks at Buffalo...
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