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Everybody's Irish in Buffalo! — 10 St. Patrick's Day Instagrams [PICTURES]

Rebecca Bratek — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 16:55:24 +0000

Another week, another bunch of people who think their iPhones make them professional photographers. This week, we’re rounding up your all-around best shots. Sunday was St. Patrick’s Day, and Buffalo turned green for the day. If you missed it, Delaware Avenue was a sea of green and alive with Irish dancers, flowing beer, and even a few [...]

Buffalo Reacts to the New Pope, the Crazy Naked Man and St. Paddy's Day [BUFFALO TWEETS OF THE WEEK]

Deandra Modica — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 16:53:57 +0000

A lot has happened since last week’s TOTW, and lucky for us, Buffaloians have not been shy with their tweets. For example – these jokes about the new pope — hilarious. In other news, a naked man lost it downtown. Bath salts strike again? Of course everyone went a bit crazy for St. Patrick’s Day… [...]

What's the History of the Irish Car Bomb?

Cole Stryker — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 15:30:08 +0000

The Irish car bomb (a shot of Irish whiskey and Irish cream dropped into a pint of Guinness) is a standard St. Patrick’s Day cocktail, though its origins aren’t commonly known. First of all, it didn’t originate in Ireland. In 1979, Charles B. Oat created the drink at Wilson’s Saloon in Norwich, Connecticut, according to [...]

7 Things You Shouldn't Do If You Meet a Leprechaun on St. Patrick's Day

Chris Illuminati — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 14:57:41 +0000

Leprechauns, the faires of Irish folklore (no disrespect) are popular symbols this time of year. With St. Patrick’s Day on the horizon, the little men with their hidden coins, pots of gold and ginger muttonchops are running rampant through the streets spreading their magical mischief. Many people just don’t know exactly what to do when [...]

How Countries Around the World Celebrate St. Patrick's Day

Kathy Landin — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 16:36:57 +0000

St. Patrick’s Day isn’t just for people in Ireland and Americans who want to pretend to be Irish for a day. There are celebrations of this saint and his saintly day all around the world.

Save Your Pennies By Making Your Own Shamrock Shake at Home

Danny Gallagher — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:20:33 +0000

McDonald’s Shamrock Shake usually comes once a year around St. Patrick’s Day, but as the holiday passes, so does the elusive tasty beverage. Now you don’t have to be in March (or Irish) to enjoy one year round. The cool part is you don’t have to just stick with the normal sugar-laced treat. There are [...]

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Try an Irish Flag Shot! [DRINKS WITH JACK]

Deandra Modica — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 13:14:17 +0000

Well the day you’ve been waiting for is finally right around the corner. Everyone’s Irish on St. Paddy’s Day, and we have a tasty traditional Irish Flag shot recipe fit for all of your festivities. *** Ingredients 15 ml Peppermint Green Liqueur 15 ml Bailey’s Irish Cream 15 ml Grand Marnier Method Layer ingredients in order [...]

When and Where are Buffalo's St. Patrick's Day Parades?

Buffalo Staff — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 04:01:45 +0000

It's almost time to get your green on and come downtown for one of the biggest celebrations of the year in Buffalo. On Saint Patrick’s Day weekend (March 16-17), the entire city will be feeling the luck of the Irish this year. To celebrate the rich Irish heritage of Buffalo, thousands will come out and celebrate with two parades, one on Delaware Avenue and another in the Old First Ward.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Buffalo's Irish Bars + Pubs

Buffalo Staff — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 04:01:05 +0000

March is already here, and you know what that means: It’s almost time for St. Patrick’s Day! Regardless of your heritage, March 17 is a day for you to put on your best green shirt and meet up with your friends at one of Buffalo’s Irish pubs. Not sure where to go? Here’s a list [...]

5 Post-St. Patrick's Day Hangover Remedies

dianavilibert — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 15:45:55 +0000

Step away from the Bloody Mary. The hair of the dog may go down easy, but it won’t cure that hangover. Instead, try these remedies that we swear by—and some (sour pickle juice?!) we’ll pass on.

Five Tips to Cure That St. Patrick's Day Hangover

Jillian Benedict — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 10:00:40 +0000

Yesterday may have been Saint Patrick’s Day, but you better believe the festivities are continuing today! So, here are some tips to get back on the horse (or maybe leprechaun): 1 Have a chicken finger sub for breakfast. It cures everything. 2 Double down on Ex-lax Clean out your system, [...]

Strange Green Liquid in Dallas Waterway Isn't for St. Patrick's Day

Danny Gallagher — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 16:00:45 +0000

Cities like Chicago dye their rivers green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Dallas, however, isn’t trying to start their own green tradition, at least not intentionally.

A waterway just outside of the Medical City Dallas Hospital started to fill with a mysterious green goo last Wednesday.

Muppets singing Danny Boy song [VIDEO]

Jill Daniels — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 12:46:48 +0000

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Hope everyone Irish or not is out celebrating today! Have a green beer and take a look at the muppets singing the classic Danny Boy!

17 Dogs Rockin' Adorable St. Patrick's Day Costumes

Nick Romano — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 12:00:12 +0000

St. Patrick’s Day is coming up fast, and you know what that means? You’ll soon be crawling through pubs, plumping up your beer belly and pinching everyone not wearing green. Even if you’ve already got your costume planned out, chances are your pooch is feeling left out.

10 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Leprechauns

Danny Gallagher — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 20:00:59 +0000

Few icons from folklore and mythology have been branded and co-opted more than the leprechaun. Stories of their rare appearances and coveted pot of gold have permeated almost every aspect of popular culture. They have become so synonymous with Irish culture that the streets are filled with tall green hats and green coats every St. Patrick’s Day. Their history, however, is far different from the traditional leprechauns that endlessly wander into bars and fight hangovers one weekend in March. Take a look at a few things you probably didn’t know about leprechauns.

A Visual Guide to Irish Bars in Buffalo [PICTURES]

Brad Hohman — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 17:00:03 +0000

Sure, there are plenty of bars in Buffalo to celebrate this St. Patrick’s Day, but we wanted to show you what Buffalo has to offer for Irish bars. What makes a bar an Irish bar/pub/tavern? It’s not all about having Guinness on tap — everyone has it. As you look through these pictures, you will notice that all of [...]

Top 10 Things NOT to Do On St. Patrick's Day

Jillian Benedict — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 15:38:50 +0000

It’s Saint Patrick’s Day! And it’s Saturday! And the weather is amazing! That sounds like a recipe for disaster. So, to keep all the celebrations in check, I’ve compiled the following list to help you make it through the day: 10 Don’t skip breakfast I don’t care if your eggs are green and [...]

Top 5 U2 Songs Just In Time For St. Patrick's Day

Staff — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 15:08:54 +0000

Happy St. Patrick’s Day weekend! What better way to celebrate than listening to a band straight from Dublin, U2. Here are my five favorites from this fantastic band. 5 All Along the Watchtower [COVER] I found this version very recently and it’s quickly become one of my favorite renditions of the song. Of [...]

What's the Biggest Party Day of the Year in Buffalo? [POLL]

Staff — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 10:00:48 +0000

2012 is nearly here and everyone is planning where they'll be to party in the new year. This got us thinking about what day of the the year is the biggest party? Is it New Years Eve, St. Patrick's Day, Cinco de Mayo, or possibly Dyngus Day. Let us know what you think.

2011 St. Patrick's Day Parade

Greg Karcher — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 14:56:45 +0000