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Buffalo survivor of Thruway driver's knife attack: 'There was a chance I could die'

Near Oneida, on the New York State Thruway, a westbound Kia Optima going about 80 mph with state police in pursuit suddenly veered into the eastbound lanes, hitting the driver's side of the car occupied by Errington Renaud, his girlfriend and her sister. Photo courtesy of Errington Renaud Jr.

Photo credit: Robert Kirkham / Buffalo News.

Photo credit: Robert Kirkham / Buffalo News.

Classic diner fare and Indian staples happily coexist at JJ's Cafe

Whether you're a University at Buffalo student ordering brunch after a night out in University Heights or a local looking for authentic Indian food, one thing is for sure: Classic diner fare and Indian food have found a happy coexistence in an unlikely place. Good, cheap eats housed within the classic charm of an '80s diner has cemented JJ's as one of Buffalo's best eateries.

Photo credit: Sharon Cantillon / Buffalo News

Photo credit: Sharon Cantillon / Buffalo News

Where to get Buffalo's best bowls of ramen

I've been lucky enough to try authentic ramen while studying abroad in Japan, which led me on a mini journey to find the best bowl in the Queen City. Whether you lived off instant noodles during college and are ready to revisit the dish (at an elevated level of course), or if you've never had ramen but are aching to try it, here are five spots in Buffalo serving delicious ramen.

Photo credit: Sharon Cantillon / Buffalo News

Photo credit: Sharon Cantillon / Buffalo News

From Tim Russert to Hogtied: Buffalo restaurants get creative with menu names

Buffalo-area restaurants have stepped up their game and created entire menus with fun, quirky, out-of-the-box names that make the eating experience all that more enjoyable. Here are some examples.

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