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Plant to treat guests to ‘Grape’
8 • • Thursday, September 17, 2026
autumn get-togethers

(Feature Impact) Fall gather-
ings take many shapes, from spe-
cial occasions with loved ones to
neighborhood soirees and glamor-
ous get-togethers. For hosts, these
opportunities for entertaining to
the fullest call for fresh, flavorful
meals, drinks and ingredients that
complement a season worth cele-
brating.
Whether you’re serving a
showstopping main course, shar-
ing small plates or playing bar- California Grape Beef
tender (or all three), an option like
California grapes can be the versa- Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps
tile ingredient that elevates both Servings: 6 California Grape and
dishes and drinks alike. Their Pickled Grapes:
juicy burst of flavor and pop of 1/3 cup unseasoned rice vin- Tamarind Whiskey
color bring fall recipes to life, egar Smash
such as roasted chicken, lettuce 2 tablespoons sugar Servings: 2
wraps or cocktails. 1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds 3/4 cup halved green Grapes
You can also try freezing them 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds from California
to replace ice cubes in drinks, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red ice
serving as a topping for crostini or pepper flakes 6 tablespoons (3 ounces)
Thompson Street house. simply placing in glasses or bowls 1 1/2 cups Grapes whiskey
to enjoy as a healthy, fresh snack from California, halved 1 tablespoon fresh lemon
Two-, three-bedroom homes while breaking the ice and waiting 2 tablespoons minced red juice
for the meal to be served. onion 1 teaspoon tamarind paste
available in Black Rock through To find more fall entertaining Beef Bulgogi: bitters, to taste
tips, tricks and recipes, visit 1/2 pound beef round or sir- In medium bowl, muddle
Build Buffalo Roots program GrapesFromCalifornia.com. loin steak grapes until mashed and in small
1/3 cup bulgogi sauce, plus pieces. Transfer to two lowball
from page 1
were constructed on-site, while additional for serving (optional) glasses and add ice almost to top
who might qualify for the program others were manufactured else- 2 tablespoons unseasoned of glasses.
but are a little short on closing where and installed on the vacant rice vinegar In shaker or small bowl, com-
costs, Becker says. lot. As of September 9, 45 homes 1 teaspoon sesame oil bine whiskey, lemon juice and
Build Buffalo Roots, as an ini- are available for sale, with the 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil tamarind paste; shake or stir. Sea-
tiative, includes financial counsel- others becoming available later
son with a few drops of bitters, to
ing for applicants to walk them this year or early next. 12 larger hearts of romaine taste. Pour into glasses over
through the very complicated pro- Funding for the Build Buffalo leaves, clean and dry grapes and stir briskly to chill and
cess of buying a home to make Roots initiative, a partnership be- snipped green onion tops dilute slightly.
sure they understand all the costs tween the city of Buffalo, Erie To make pickled grapes: In Nutritional information per
associated with the transaction. County, the Buffalo Erie Niagara small saucepan, stir vinegar, sug- serving: 140 calories; 0 g protein;
“That’s one of the reasons we Land Improvement Corporation ar, coriander seeds, mustard seeds 11 g carbohydrates; 0 g fat (0%
were hired to help identify the and Belmont Housing Resources California Grape Shallot and pepper flakes; bring to sim- calories from fat); 0 g saturated fat
buyers,” Becker says. “I know it for Western New York, comes mer. Remove from heat and stir to
and Thyme Roasted (0% calories from saturated fat); 0
looks like we’re honing in on real- from $11.1 million in American dissolve sugar; let cool to warm. mg cholesterol; 0 mg sodium; 1 g
tors and being the face of selling Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds Chicken Stir in grapes and onion and fiber.
the homes, but it’s really about provided to the city of Buffalo and Servings: 6 set aside to cool. Let stand 1 hour,
identifying qualified buyers and $13.5 million in ARPA funding 1 whole chicken (about 4 stirring occasionally.
helping them get into the homes, provided to Erie County. An addi- pounds) To make beef bulgogi: Cut
whether it’s a first-time homebuy- tional five homes will be built in 1 tablespoon butter, at beef into small, bite-size strips.
er mortgage or grant.” Cheektowaga through the same room temperature In medium bowl, stir 1/3 cup
All told, there are 52 homes initiative. 1 teaspoon sea salt bulgogi sauce, vinegar and sesame
being built through this initiative; 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme oil then add beef. Let marinate 1
some are “stick-build” homes that freshly ground pepper, to taste hour, stirring occasionally.
2 cups red and black In large skillet over medium
Grapes from California heat, heat vegetable oil. Using
1/3 cup finely chopped shal- slotted spoon or tongs, remove
lots beef from marinade and add to
1/3 cup dry white wine skillet. Stir fry until beef is cooked
fresh thyme leaves, for garnish through and golden brown, stir-
(optional) ring constantly; let cool.
Heat oven to 375 F. To serve: Place equal amounts
Rinse chicken and pat dry; beef and pickled grapes in ro-
place in 13-by-9-inch baking dish. maine leaves and sprinkle with
Spread butter over surface of green onions. Serve immediately
chicken and sprinkle with salt, with additional bulgogi sauce, if
thyme and pepper, to taste. Roast desired.
45 minutes. Nutritional information per
Add grapes, shallots and wine serving: 150 calories; 11 g pro-
to pan and roast 30-40 minutes, or tein; 20 g carbohydrates; 3.5 g fat
until grapes are softening and (21% calories from fat); 1 g satu-
thighs reach internal temperature
183 Hertel Ave. (at Tonawanda St.) rated fat (6% calories from satu-
of 165 F on meat thermometer. rated fat); 25 mg cholesterol; 65
716-240-9277 – Open 3 to 10 pm Remove from oven and tent mg sodium; 1 g fiber.
� Egg Rolls ( many favors) with foil; let stand 15 minutes be-
� 8” Hoagies � Loaded Fries fore carving. Place grapes, shal-
lots and cooking juices in bowl
� Chicken Fingers and serve over slices of chicken.
� Burgers Stinger Burger Garnish with fresh thyme leaves,
� Little Cheat Happy Meals if desired.
Nutritional information per
Catering (Let us do the work!)
serving: 260 calories; 29 g pro-
tein; 11 g carbohydrates; 9 g fat
(31% calories from fat); 3 g satu-
TINY’S SHOP rated fat (3% calories from satu-
rated fat); 90 mg cholesterol; 480
mg sodium; 1 g fiber.
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