If you listen regularly to my Moran-Alytics Podcast, read my blog wing reviews here or follow me on Twitter (@PatMoranTweets) I’m sure you’re aware of my fondness for chicken wings. In fact, perhaps the only thing I enjoy more than eating wings is power ranking them. This cliff notes version is I was born and raised in … Read More
EP 147: Coffee With Michelle Girardi Zumwalt
On today’s episode of the Moran-Alytics Podcast presented by Pulse Cellular, Patrick Moran meets up with Michelle Girardi Zumwalt, Senior Producer for Pegula Sports & Entertainment at one of the Western New York’s most well-known franchises, Tim Hortons for a wide-ranging conversation. From growing up in Western New York a Buffalo Bills fan to Nardin … Read More
EP 146: Josh Barnett, The Buffalo News
On this episode of the Moran-Aytics Podcast presented by Pulse Cellular, Patrick Moran sits down with Buffalo News Executive Sports Editor Josh Barnett for a conversation recently taped in a conference room inside News’ sports department. The two discuss several topics over the course of roughly a half hour, including steadying the ship at TBN … Read More
Chicken Wing Review/QB Comparison: Mooney’s Sports Bar & Grill (Military Rd)
I’m a big sports bar guy and quite frankly there’s a lack of good ones in Western New York. Lots of spots slap up memorabilia on the walls and call themselves a sports bar, but Mooney’s Sports Bar & Grill on Military Road actually feels like one. I love going to this place for that … Read More
EP 145: Wings With Mike Harrington
On this episode of the Moran-Alytics Podcast presented by Pulse Cellular, Patrick Moran finishes his “Wings With” series by sitting down with Buffalo News veteran reporter and columnist Mike Harrington at the Amherst Pizza and Ale House for a chat on a variety of topics. After devouring pit charred Crown Royal BBQ wings on the … Read More
Chicken Wing Review/QB Comparison: Potter’s Field
I’m not sure if Potter’s Field is actually located in West Seneca or South Buffalo. What I do know is I’ve been there probably a dozen times to enjoy several alcohol refreshments, especially annually around St. Patrick’s time. What I’ve never done is try their wings, or if I have I was blacked out and … Read More
Chicken Wing Review/QB Comparison: Wiechec’s
The euphoria of feeling like I’m uncovering some of the biggest hidden gems for great wings has been my single-favorite part of visiting so many places during this recurring series. I’ve been to Wiechec’s in Lovejoy on multiple occasions and for me, their Beef on Weck straight up rivals Bar Bill, Charlie the Butcher, Kelly’s … Read More
Chicken Wing Review/QB Comparison: Connor’s
I get tons of suggestions on my Twitter or Facebook on spots to hit, too many of course to ever realistically visit every place mentioned. Ironically, not a single person mentioned Connor’s in West Seneca, other than my buddy who lives in the area and wanted to get together for a lunch literally in my … Read More
EP 144: Wings With Jay Skurski
On this episode of the Moran-Alytics Podcast presented by Pulse Cellular, the summer “Wings With” series continues as Patrick Moran meets up with Jay Skurski, Buffalo Bills beat reporter for The Buffalo News at Snyder Bar & Grill in Amherst for wings and a discussion on a variety of topics. Jay’s go-to neighborhood spot for … Read More
Chicken Wing Review/QB Comparison: Wingnutz
Be patient, wing fans because there’s a lot to unpack with this review than any other. Of all the wing joints in Western New York I’ve tried and with this posting we’re closing in on 60, Wingnutz in Kenmore presents the undisputed biggest conundrum yet. It’s located literally inside the Knights of Columbus and is … Read More