http://blogs.artvoice.com/chewonthis Food News You Can Use Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:47:22 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en     If you're searching for a cozy environment to socialize in this winter, check out Parings Wine Bar (5893 Main Street, Williamsville, N.Y. (716) 630-5951). Some of Parings perks include a separate sitting room complete with leather sofas, chairs, and a fireplace, full bar service, free wi-fi, flat screen TV's, ... http://blogs.artvoice.com/chewonthis/2009/11/20/wondering-where-to-chill-this-winter-check-out-parings-wine-bar/      Searching for an alternative to your morning bagel or afternoon sandwich? Chow Chocolat is now serving breakfast and lunch in addition to artisan chocolates & pastries (Chow Chocolat, 731 Main Street, Buffalo, 716.843.4388). Chow's breakfast menu features Omelettes prepared w/ imported cheeses & fresh vegetables, free-range eggs made 'any style,' and ... http://blogs.artvoice.com/chewonthis/2009/10/27/chow-chocolat-now-serving-breakfast-lunch/    Both Steve's Clam Bar & Captain Jack's have shut down their seafood destinations on the Elmwood strip for winter. Stay posted for opening date info in Spring 2010... http://blogs.artvoice.com/chewonthis/2009/10/26/farewell-to-the-season/     If you're looking for a way to give back to the community and need a tempting incentive aside from pure benevolence, purchase a $15.00 ticket to "Choco-Logo's Halloween Chocolate & Wine Tasting Party," which is raising funds for Heart of the City Neighborhoods (Thursday, October 29th, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., 141 Broadway ... http://blogs.artvoice.com/chewonthis/2009/10/23/tempting-fundraisers/ It's never fair to review a restaurant in its early stages but sometimes the truth needs to be stated. Although Tokyo Shanghai Bistro (494 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, 716.886.3839) recently opened, the general consensus of those who have dined there is as conflicting as the restaurant's Chinese/Japanese menu. Keep in mind ... http://blogs.artvoice.com/chewonthis/2009/10/13/tokyo-shanghai-bistro/     Fall may be in the air but there's still time for one last summer hurrah... The Boys of Summer are giving a free live performance this Wednesday on the scenic outdoor patio behind Creekside Banquet Hall (2669 Union Rd @ the corner of William St, Cheektowaga, NY  14227, September 23rd, 6-10 pm). The concert ... http://blogs.artvoice.com/chewonthis/2009/09/21/the-boys-of-summer-free-concert-wednesday-september-23rd/  If you're in Toronto during the film festival and want experience nightlife in the Queen City  'celebrity-style,' head to Yorkville...    Dimmi's Trattoria & Bar (140 Cumberland Ave., Toronto, ON, 416.975.110) has the ultimate people watching patio that's jammed with tiny tables that are so close together you can bump elbows with ... http://blogs.artvoice.com/chewonthis/2009/09/15/dining-out-during-the-toronto-film-festival/ Kuni's will be temporarily closed Monday, September 14th-Wednesday, September 23rd. The Japanese restaurant/sushi bar will re-open on Thursday, September 24th!  (Kuni's, 226 Lexington Avenue, Buffalo, 716.881.3800, www.kunisbuffalo.com). http://blogs.artvoice.com/chewonthis/2009/09/14/attn-kunis-fans/ If you missed out on the delectable benefits of participating in Western New York's Local Restaurant Week last March, the epicurean event is returning in time for Fall! (Local Restaurant Week, September 21st-28th, 2009, Downtown Buffalo & Surrounding Suburbs). Restaurants will once again devise $20.09 fixed-price menus (excluding tax & ... http://blogs.artvoice.com/chewonthis/2009/09/10/local-restaurant-week-returns-in-time-for-fall-harvest/ If you've ever dined on authentic fish n' chips in the UK or New England check out downtown's Buffalo newest take-out establishment; 'Captain Jack's Fish n' Chips' (1066 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, N.Y. 14222, 716.881.3474). Captain Jack's menu mainly comprises seafood omitting a grilled Chicken & Spinach sandwich, Portabella sandwich, and Veggie ... http://blogs.artvoice.com/chewonthis/2009/09/09/craving-fish-n-chips-check-out-captain-jacks-on-the-elmwood-strip/