Seafood Fettuccine with coco-loco coconut sauce, black mussels, little neck clams and shrimp. (Photo by Dusten Rader) Every year Chautauqua County residents unite in celebration of the beginning of a new season over the course of Memorial Day Weekend. This year, locals will have even more of a reason to celebrate when THE WHOLE SHA-BANG ... Read More

A delicious meal at EBC West in which 25 percent of the proceeds went to benefit local HIV/AIDS service organization Evergreen Health Services. (Photo by Dusten Rader) One day a year all it takes to support a great cause is going out to eat. On April 24, 2012 the 10th Anniversary of the Dining Out for Life ... Read More

On today's radar, Yesterday I spoke about SUNY Fredonia Outdoor Reception and Presidential Gala honoring Dennis Hefner. Today, I'll be talking about the Crossroads Market Opening Day. Cross Roads Market Opening Day On May 5 the Cross Roads Market will open for the 2012 season. The opening day will include a celebration ... Read More

Julie Manning and Sherry Shields with an assortment of baked goods in the show case. (Photo by Dusten Rader) Silver Creek is home to a cafe that offers a dining experience reminiscent of good old fashioned family cooking. At the Silver Cafe, friends can meet around a table to enjoy a from scratch meal made with ... Read More

Located along scenic Route 5 in Dunkirk Pizza Village is the perfect place to stop for a slice. (Submitted Photo) Everyone has a favorite slice of pizza. There are often several pizzerias in any given city giving people plenty of options to choose from. However, not many can match the quality and freshness found at Dunkirk's Pizza Village. ... Read More

MICHELLE LOCKE | AP -- A brew and a bro — it's the classic pairing, right? Not necessarily. From the rise of female brew masters to the growth of women's tasting groups, women are becoming much more than a pint-sized part of the brewing world. The emergence of women as both beer-lovers and brewers happened as the craft beer scene ... Read More

FREDONIA, NY -- Buster Brown Bean Company Co-Owner and Head Chef, David Culver, will be cooking live on the CW23’s morning entertainment and news show, “Winging It, Buffalo Style! On WNLO” The segment will begin Monday, April 23, 2012 at 8 a.m. and run until 9 a.m. on CW23 (WNLO, Buffalo) Channel 10 in Fredonia and Channel 11 ... Read More

On today's radar, Yesterday I spoke about Rolling Roots Revue at Fredonia Opera House. Today, I'll be talking about Dining Out for Life. Dining Out for Life One day a year all it takes to support a great cause is going out to eat. That day is called Dine Out for Life and is scheduled for April 26. There are over 3,000 ... Read More

Eating out can be hard on the wallet. So, to help our loyal readers save their hard earned cash the Chautauqua Star will feature an inexpensive meal in our 'Poorman's Recipebook' each week. Vegetarian Turkey Dinner Sandwich 4 Garden Veggie Burger Patties 4 dinner rolls 4 slices provolone 1 package stuffing 1 onion 1 celery stick 1 can ... Read More

Left to right: Kenny Merced crew member, Christine Phelka store owner and Jason Leone assistant manager. (Photo by Dusten Rader) Silver Creek is home to a family tradition of good food and quality service known as Ellie's Deli. Since 1989 the Phelka family has been perfecting their trade as providers of ... Read More