I have never had such bad food at any restaurant as I did at the statler restaurant on Easter…read moreSunday. With the eggs Benedict, I couldn't even cut the English muffin with a steak knife Everything was overcooked. Food selection was ridiculously small. $63. What a waste. Don't waste your money.

I attended a guest chef dinner tonight for my inaugural visit to The Statler…read more What a gorgeous venue! The only downfall (and I'm hoping this is a faux pas only until the construction is complete) is the lack of accessibility. There are no ramps to get inside the building or from the entrance into the bar/restaurant venue. I was surprised that we had to request flatware with dessert and that there wasn't an option for coffee or tea. That being said, tonight's local chef/business was Tony's Supper Club. I enjoyed The Big Hello cocktail to start and since I wanted to order one of everything on the menu, I got 2 appetizers, an entree to eat for my meal, an entree to bring home for tomorrow, and dessert. The Fungi "Cappuccino" was deliciously creamy. My only gripe was that I needed a spoon and more bread to sop up every bit of goodness. The Caramelized Figs with creamy Goat cheese and spicy arugula was the perfect combination of flavors. For my main entree, I ordered the Wild Boar Ragu. The buccatini pasta was al dente, the ragu was well-seasoned (another part of dinner that needed just a nip of bread for sopping) and it was tough not to lick the plate clean. The second entree was the bison, only because my friend wouldn't stop raving about the duck confit potatoes. lol I ate one (even though I'm *stuffed*) and they are really good - but needed salt. For dessert, even though I've had it before, I had to go back for the chocolate panna cotta. The chocolate is insanely rich, the Hazelnut brown butter added flavor and crunch, and just a half scoop more of the ice cream would have been perfect. If you missed this opportunity, there's one more night on the books - tomorrow March 8 from 1600-2100. If you'd like a party catered or to keep up with Chef Tony, visit https://tonysupperclub.com/

I really liked the bouquet, it looked elegant and the flowers were fresh. The colors were beautiful…read moreand matched well. It was just slightly smaller than I expected, but still very nice.

As an event planner, I understand the importance of honest reviews. Here's our experience with…read moreCarla for my September 2024 wedding. We initially met Carla at Château du Feÿ, where she was employed. After a disappointing experience with another planner, we hired Carla 5 months before our wedding, hoping her 3+ years of specialized venue expertise would be invaluable. To our surprise, Carla had not worked with half of our vendors before - even though they were part of the short list of recommended vendors provided by the venue. Despite her website's claims, Carla's design suggestions felt generic and lacked the personalized touch we were looking for. Carla's lack of attention to detail became increasingly apparent as we worked with her. Our wedding had many unique and custom details. Lots of information that a seasoned wedding planner would be able to keep an attentive handle on. The mounting oversights caused significant stress in the final weeks leading up to the wedding. We were genuinely anxious that our vision wouldn't be realized. Luckily, we had multiple vendors and family friends that helped Carla execute the event. As the bride, I distanced myself as much as possible from Carla to allow myself to enjoy the day without frustration. This is not the typical experience. While we appreciate Carla's willingness to take us on with short notice, and she did have some helpful insights regarding sourcing a local florist and unique videographers, her lack of attention to detail ultimately overshadowed those positives. Feel free to message me if you have questions about our experience.

We cannot recommend Melissa and Simple Celebrations enough! From the very beginning of the planning…read moreprocess, Melissa was incredibly knowledgeable, organized, and such a joy to work with. She went above and beyond to make sure every detail was taken care of, and her experience was invaluable throughout the entire process. On our wedding day, everything came together seamlessly thanks in large part to Melissa. She thought of so many little details that Adam and I never would have considered, allowing us to truly relax and enjoy every moment. Her guidance, professionalism, and calm presence gave us so much peace of mind. The rentals were absolutely beautiful and exactly what we envisioned. Everything was delivered and set up perfectly, making our venue look even more stunning than we imagined. Thank you, Melissa, for helping make our wedding day so special. We are so grateful for everything you did and would recommend Simple Celebrations to any couple looking for someone who genuinely cares about making their day perfect! -- Maggie & Adam

A Dream Wedding, Made Effortless, thanks to Melissa and Simple Celebrations!…read more Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but Melissa and her team at Simple Celebrations turned what could have been a stressful process into something truly joyful. From the very beginning, Melissa took the time to listen, really listen, to our hopes, ideas, and vision. She then used her deep well of experience, creativity, and calm confidence to guide us every step of the way. Melissa is more than just a planner, she's a partner, a problem-solver, and a visionary. Her impeccable taste and design eye brought our wedding to life in a way that felt personal, elegant, and unforgettable. But what impressed us most was her ability to anticipate our needs before we even realized we had them. That level of foresight and attention is rare and absolutely priceless. Throughout the planning process and especially on the big day, Melissa was attentive, professional, and full of fresh ideas. She handled every detail with grace, allowing us to be fully present and soak in the magic of our wedding without worry. Everything flowed seamlessly because Melissa was running the show--and we knew we were in the best possible hands. We are endlessly grateful for her talent, poise, and passion. If you're looking for someone who will go above and beyond to make your day exceptional, look no further than Melissa and Simple Celebrations. BRAVA, MELISSA! You made our day truly spectacular.

We just had our holiday party here last night and it was a wonderful time!…read more The banquet had the perfect amount of space for tables, a photo area, DJ and dance floor, buffet style set up for food, and a separate area with the bar area. There was also generous space to hang your jackets. There is covering outside if you need fresh air or to have a smoke without getting snowed or rained on. There were 2 bartenders and they were nice and did their jobs well. We never had to wait longer than a minute for drinks. The food was not bad... I really liked their ham! Super flavorful and tender and I wish I had went up for seconds. The bathrooms were cleaned and never ran out of toilet paper. I'd be very happy if our party took place here again next year!

If you're looking for a new local food establishment to help support during the quarantine then…read moreplease check out Joseph's Catering!! Seeing there can't be any parties during this time, caterers are really struggling during these times. Well Joseph's Catering is doing meals now!! My wife and I tried them for the 1st time and WOW! Everything was delicious! My wife and I are not baked bean fans, but we polished off half a tin of these baked beans! The pulled pork was also melt in you're mouth tasty. The BBQ sauce the pork was covered in was a nice mild sauce. Not too overwhelming. Just right! The corn and Mac and cheese was also great tasting with the Mac and cheese having think melted cheese covering it. The whole meal which serves 4 was a steal for $30.00! Ohh and they even included Catanzo rolls for the pork! Yum!!

Jill was absolutely amazing to work with! I threw a picnic for my brother and sister-in-law to be…read morealongside their entire bridal party and she set up the most gorgeous picnic spread I've ever seen. Her team took care of everything - scoping out the location beforehand, setting everything up before I even arrived, and breaking it all down at the end of our event. The display was absolutely gorgeous and she thought of everything (right down to bug spray and hand sanitizer!). Jill was lovely to work with and everyone who attended was beyond impressed. I would 10/10 recommend to anyone looking to host a stunning, unique, photo-worthy outdoor party! Thanks, Jill!

From the owner: Stylish Luxury Picnics (Indoor & outdoor) for up to 36 guests serving the Buffalo NY area and…read moreBeyond!

The Oh Goodie! crew did an amazing job for our organization. They packed and delivered locally…read morealmost 700 gift bags. The bags were filled with custom, locally sourced treats. Our recipients loved them! Where they went over and above? The delivery week was cold and featured a day with a 7" snowfall. The delivery crew pressed on and got all 700 bags delivered on time and with a smile that was evident even under their masks. They are organized and efficient and clearly enjoy taking care of their customers and those receiving their goodies.

We love Oh Goodie for all of our extra special touches for our parties. They put together the most…read morecreative & budget-friendly​ gift bags. We have used them for children's birthday parties to adult surprise​ parties. I am so happy to have found a local company that helps me with the workload​ of throwing a fun & cute party! They are not only budget-friendly, but they are also​ personalized. They are so easy to work with & I know that every time​ we work together that job is getting done right, better than on time & most efficiently. A MUST HAVE for every party you throw!