Here's how it came about:
* The origin story: Buffalo wings were invented in 1964 at the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, New York. They were originally created as a late-night snack for the owner's son and his friends.
* The name: At the time, chicken wings were considered a cheap and unwanted part of the chicken. The owners simply called them "wings" or "chicken wings."
* The "buffalo" connection: As the dish gained popularity, the name "buffalo wings" stuck, likely because the recipe originated in Buffalo, New York.
So, while the dish is made with chicken wings, the "buffalo" part of the name refers to the city where they were created.