15 Things That Will Convince Anyone You're a Buffalo Native

Buffalonians have a way of spotting one another even across great distances, like the time I ran into a couple from Alden while in line for an empanada in Key West.

But what about if you're new here? Is there a learning curve to being part of the City of Good Neighbors?

Well, one thing about Buffalonians, they will always make you feel welcome -- even if you order Buffalo wings while we're at the bar with you.

Buffalo pies feature that great cup and char pepperoni. The puddles of grease in the middle of the pepperoni are what makes it special.

Cheerios are made right here in Buffalo. A true Buffalonian can tell you what variety is being made that morning.

When you head out to the bars for Dyngus Day, bring pussy willows and arm yourself with squirt guns. No one will ever know it's your first time.

Nothing quite says "it's my first time," like heading to Bar Bill with no cash in your wallet, though.

Don't let the calendar fool you. It's May. Yes, if you're from here there's probably a snow brush in your car right now.

Buffalo's robust public art projects make for the best backgrounds to send selfies to your friends from your new home in the 716.

Oh, you have an apartment so you think you won't be shoveling? LOL. Cute! Let's introduce you to alternate parking in the city, and your new favorite upper body workout.

Here are 15 things you might want to commit to memory to convince anyone you've lived here your whole life.

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Buffalonians have a way of spotting one another even across great distances, like the time I ran into a couple from Alden while in line for an empanada in Key West. But what about if you're new here? Is there a learning curve to being part of the City of Good Neighbors?

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