Angela Stefano (“Ang,” unless she’s in trouble) is the editor-in-chief of The Boot and a senior writer for Taste of Country. Based in Nashville, Tenn., but with her heart in Buffalo, N.Y., she enjoys boxing, exploring record stores and dog-sitting some very sweet pups. A graduate of Boston University’s College of Communication and a former Boston Bruins intern and game-night staffer, she also enjoys a good hockey game and often employs a good dose of Northern-bred sarcasm and self-deprecation.
Angela Stefano
Taste of Home Cooking School Culinary Specialist Michael Barna Whips Up Mexican Shrimp Bisque on ‘Winging It!’
This morning (November 8), Taste of Home Cooking School Culinary Specialist Michael Barna set up residence in the 'Winging It!' kitchen to prepare his recipe for Mexican Shrimp Bisque.
The McKinley Monument — How Dull Would Niagara Square Look Without It? [BUFFALO: THEN AND NOW]
Buffalo has the unfortunately designation of being the place where President William McKinley was assassinated (among other unfortunate designations we've received over the years). Fortunately, that misfortune (are you confused yet?) contributed a very recognizable landmark to our city.
Buffalonians Celebrate Halloween at Galleria of Treats [PICTURES]
A day off for most Buffalo schoolchildren due to Hurricane Sandy couldn't have come at a better time. With most local schools closed today (October 30), those looking for a way to fill the day found the perfect activity: indoor trick-or-treating at Galleria of Treats at the Walden Galleria.
Watch Hurricane Sandy Whip Up Lake Ontario in Olcott, N.Y. [LIVE]
Hurricane Sandy is expected to hit the East Coast this afternoon (October 29), bringing heaving winds and rain to Buffalo tonight. Obviously staying safe in the storm should be your first priority, but if you're a little curious to see what Sandy's doing to Western New York, we've found a way for you to do so from home.
Guests Get Groovy at Retro Disco Dance Party [PICTURES]
The abundance of costumed folks at the Hyatt on Friday night (October 26) weren't celebrating Halloween -- although they would have fit right in with the rest of the holiday revelers. Rather, the disco dresses, bell bottoms and afros were all for our Retro Disco Dance Party.
What is This Hurricane Sandy ‘Frankenstorm’ + How Will it Affect Buffalo?
Although it's hard to think about looking outside your window at today's gorgeous sunshine, we're used to bad weather around this time of year in Buffalo. The winter brings snow, ice and generally bad conditions, sometimes as early as October. We also get our fair share of wind and rain from East Coast tropical storms.
But both together? It could happen next week.
Joy FM is Looking for Digital Interns!
Townsquare Media Buffalo is looking to hire digital interns to assist with the editorial operations of the company’s local websites, including the creation of local digital content.
Honoring Western New Yorkers Who Have Battled Breast Cancer — Read Their Stories [PICTURES]
During the month of October, 96.1 Joy FM will be honoring breast cancer survivors and remembering your loved ones who have passed away from the disease. Read on to find out more about some amazing Western New Yorkers.
If you would like us to honor a friend or family member, you can send us some information about the person.
Claire from Corto’s Salon Offers Hair Tips [BUFFALO FASHION WEEK] [VIDEO]
Before the models took to the runway at last night's (Tuesday, September 25) Mercedes-Benz of Buffalo Fashion Week Boutique Runway Show, Claire from Corto's Salon & Seasons Spa offered some hair care and styling tips to the audience -- and her salon was doing the models' hair and makeup, so you know she knows what she's talking about!
6 Boutique Runway Show Looks We Love [BUFFALO FASHION WEEK] [PICTURES]
Before I moved back to Buffalo this past spring, I was living in Boston. And while I loved wandering up and down Newbury Street and looking in the cute little boutiques, it was generally window shopping only for me; my bank account wasn't a fan of the price tags.
Buffalo Fashion Week Hosts Fashion Show at Walden Galleria [PICTURES]
Forget football -- Sunday afternoon was all about fashion for those at the Walden Galleria for Mercedes-Benz of Buffalo Fashion Week's mall fashion show.
Models Take Over Niagara Square [PICTURES] [BUFFALO FASHION WEEK]
It's not every day you wander into Niagara Square on your lunch break and see a fashion photo shoot taking place. That this exact scenario happened today can only mean one thing: It's Fashion Week in Buffalo!