Buffalo wings were invented in Buffalo, New York, specifically at the Anchor Bar in 1964. The creation is credited to Teressa Bellissimo, co-owner of the bar, who deep-fried chicken wings and tossed them in a cayenne pepper-based hot sauce as a snack for her son and his friends. This impromptu recipe became known as "Buffalo wings" after the city and quickly gained popularity locally before spreading nationally.
There are some alternate claims and stories, including contributions from a Buffalo restaurateur named John Young, who also served fried chicken wings with a spicy sauce in the 1960s. However, the most widely recognized origin remains the Anchor Bar in Buffalo.
Summary:
- Invented: 1964
- Location: Anchor Bar, Buffalo, New York
- Inventor: Teressa Bellissimo
- Method: Deep-fried chicken wings tossed in cayenne pepper hot sauce and butter
- Named after: Buffalo, New York
This dish has become a staple of American cuisine and bar food, widely known and served across the country and beyond.
