Western NY Welcome Center

06/08/2026

🌸 The wait is over — our peonies are officially in bloom! 🌸

The courtyard is bursting with beautiful pink and white blossoms, and they’re putting on quite a show.

If you’ve been wanting to see them, now is the perfect time to stop by and enjoy their beauty while they’re at their peak.

Have you snapped a photo of the peonies? We’d love to see them! Tag us in your favorite peony pictures and we’ll reshare.

06/08/2026

McCadam Wicked Sharp Adirondack Cheddar packs a bold, tangy bite that's been aged to perfection right here in New York State. Whether you're building the ultimate charcuterie board, upgrading your grilled cheese game, or sneaking slices straight from the fridge, this cheddar brings some serious flavor.

Sharp? Yes.
Wicked sharp? Absolutely.

06/07/2026

Inspired by Buffalo's historic Belt Line railway, Belt Line Brewery & Kitchen First Loop is a crisp, refreshing lager that's easy-drinking and full of local flavor. Whether you're kicking back after a long day, firing up the grill, or just looking for your next favorite New York craft beer, this brew is ready for the journey.

Stop by Taste NY at the Western NY Welcome Center and grab a pack before it makes its next stop!

06/07/2026

Dairy farming has long been a cornerstone of New York agriculture, playing a crucial role in the state's economy and agricultural industry. As the fifth-largest milk producer in the nation, New York's dairy farms are renowned for their innovation, sustainability, and quality. But most importantly, New York dairy products are downright delicious!

As we celebrate June is Dairy Month this year, we are spotlighting all the tasty treats that are made by New York dairy farmers and producers. From milk and cheese to yogurt, ice cream, and more, what is your favorite way to enjoy New York dairy? Share your photos for this month’s category, “Delicious Dairy!”

To submit a photo, email it to [email protected] with your name and a brief description of the photograph. Additionally, if you’d like to receive updates and reminders about the photo contest, you can subscribe to our Photo Contest mailing list at the link in our bio! Submissions are due June 26, 2026.

06/06/2026

Yancey's Fancy Strawberry Chardonnay cheddar wedges are at Taste NY for Dairy Month and honestly… whoever came up with strawberry + wine + cheese deserves a raise.

Sweet strawberries, smooth chardonnay flavor, and creamy cheddar all packed into one dangerously snackable wedge. Fancy enough for a charcuterie board, but also acceptable to eat standing in front of your fridge at 11pm.

Taste NY Market highlights local New York State food & beverages

06/06/2026

Buffalo’s favorite food holiday is almost here… and yes, we fully support eating wings as a personality trait. 🍗🔥

Taste NY is proud to be a small sponsor of the National Buffalo Wing Festival — celebrating the food that put Buffalo on the map and the local businesses, flavors, and community that make Western New York so special.

Whether you’re team flats, team drums, extra blue cheese, or “accidentally” wearing sauce on your shirt by noon… this festival is basically peak Buffalo energy.

Come celebrate all things wings, local flavor, and WNY pride!

BUFFALO WING FESTIVAL

06/05/2026

Tomorrow!

BUFFALO, N.Y. — A collaboration between Cornell Integrated Pest Management, the Massachusetts Avenue Project (MAP) and Buffalo’s The Tool Library will equip Western New Yorkers...

06/05/2026

Union Pacific's famed Big Boy No. 4014, the world's largest operating steam locomotive, will journey to the East Coast this summer for the first time as part of a historic coast-to-coast tour to celebrate America's 250th anniversary.

It'll be in Buffalo Wednesday, June 10th! On Display: 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. EDT Free Admission; No Tickets Required

Rail fans can catch the historic locomotive in cities like Chicago, Buffalo, and Philadelphia.

06/05/2026

Sail Away Coffee Co. Cold Brew is stocked at Taste NY in two dangerously good flavors:
🤎 Vanilla Cinnamon
🧂 Sea Salt Caramel

Smooth, refreshing, and strong enough to help you survive work meetings, road trips, and whatever mystery was going on in your group chat this morning.

Honestly, these taste like the kind of coffee you accidentally spend $8 on somewhere trendy… except you can grab them right here at Taste NY at the Western NY Welcome Center.

06/04/2026

Niagara Food Specialties Uncured Salami Abruzzese — bold, flavorful, and fancy enough to make you feel like you should suddenly know what “notes” you’re tasting.

Perfect for:
✔️ snack boards
✔️ wine nights
✔️ sandwiches that deserve more respect
✔️ eating slices directly from the fridge at midnight

Locally made and packed with rich Italian-inspired flavor, this salami is basically the main character of your next snack spread.

Taste NY Market highlights local New York State food & beverages