The weekend that is synonymous with the end of summer is upon us. Kayaking, cook outs, back-to-school shopping, and one final relaxing weekend. For us, the next couple of days will also include cleaning up our blog to get our speed and mobile categories back in order.

With our blog in a temporary slowdown, we’ve had plenty of time to read what everyone else has been posting for another Friday Minutes. As always, Friday Minutes is a look at some articles and posts that caught our attention. If there are blogs you think we should be keeping an eye on, please let us know.

Western New York Articles:

A reminder comes in from the City Paper to vote for your favorites in the Best of Rochester.

The City Paper also takes a look inside this Geneva restaurant that’s been gaining attention for months.

Of course Buffalo would include a 5K with the National Buffalo Wing Festival. Buffalo Rising has the details.

Looking to dive into your Polish dining roots? Buffalo News has you covered.

Remember it’s Labor Day weekend, Step Out Buffalo has everything you need to keep the weekend busy.

WNY Blogs:

Yeah! Buffalo has a look at the man behind the planning and promoting of The Iron Event.

Were you a swimmer, did you ever date a swimmer, do you know any swimmers? Even if you couldn’t answer ‘yes’ to any of these, you’ll enjoy this post from Morning Glory.

Though the post is from June, we wanted to remind everyone the Niagara Wine Trail is continuing to grow. Nittany Epicurean has the scoop.

Washington, DC Area Articles:

The Washingtonian has a look at a new DC brunch, and it’s a little more about what you’ll see rather than how the Eggs Benedict are prepared.

If we were visiting DC this weekend, I’m sure we’d be admiring this weekend brunch guide for the best deals.

A great question in posed in the Washington City Paper: Can places known for their nightlife also be respected for their food?

DC Area Blogs:

A wine you should have in your cellar, and JohnnaKnowsGoodFood has the scoop.

Planning a trip to Martha’s Vineyard this weekend? The Bitches Who Brunch have a guide to help with the planning.

Our friend, Barnette, shows off some of the fashions at this year’s Diner en Blanc on DC Fashion Fool.

Are there any blogs or articles we should keep an eye out in the future?

Have a great weekend!