Lake Effect: Get Your Feet Wet With Our Lake Champlain Primer
Just as mountain activities are a virtual prerequisite for surviving the winter months in Vermont, doing summer right in BTV means taking advantage of Lake…
Become a Regular at These Burlington Neighborhood Restaurants
Drifter’s 156 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, driftersvt.com It took a while for Queen City residents to discover Drifter’s, which opened in the Old North End…
Sample the Suds at These Burlington-Area Breweries
Burlington Beer Company 25 Omega Dr., Suite 150, Williston, burlingtonbeercompany.com Creativity fuels the kettle at this airy warehouse brewery, where you might find an oatmeal-cranberry…
Meet Slam Poets Hawa Adam and Kiran Waqar of Muslim Girls Making Change
They may still be dealing with locker combinations, midterms and gym class, but the members of Muslim Girls Making Change are also making waves nationwide.
Soak Up Some Sun at These Favorite Burlington Parks
Oakledge Park Flynn Ave., Burlington, enjoyburlington.com Tennis, volleyball and bocce courts — and the occasional hipster kickball league — are draws at this beautiful South…
The Bean Scene: What’s Brewing in Burlington’s Java Joints
So, it’s morning — or not — and you’re in need of a sleep-defying pick-me-up. Word to the wise: Don’t just curb that caffeine craving…
Need Outdoor Gear? These Burlington Shops Will Get You Set for Biking, Skiing and Shredding
Old Spokes Home 322 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, oldspokeshome.com The self-described “most unusual bike shop on the planet” is the hub of the local cycling…
Meet Burlington Bouncer Mikey van Gulden
Age: 48 Occupation: owner, Chocolate Thunder Security Town: Burlington If you’ve ever set foot in a Burlington bar or club, you’ve likely encountered effervescent bouncer…
Our Favorite Outdoor Dining Spots in the Burlington Area
Waterworks Food + Drink 20 Winooski Falls Way, Winooski, waterworksvt.com Warm weather draws droves of diners to the coveted patio seats outside this former textile…
Good, Clean Fun: Nonalcoholic Activities In and Around Burlington
You don’t have to belly up to the bar to socialize or unwind in Burlington — there’s more to our nightlife than creative cocktails and craft brews. Whether you’re straight-edge, sober, underage or just need a night off from the club scene, we think you’ll enjoy our recommendations for booze-free hangouts.
Feeling Artsy? Head to These Burlington Galleries
Burlington positively oozes creativity — like, in a good way. You can witness it at work in the city’s varied galleries and exhibition spaces, which…
Meet Race-Car Driver and College Student Emily Packard
Age: 20 Occupation: race-car driver and college student Town: Northumberland, N.H. Emily Packard has been gunning her engines since she was 9 years old. That…
Vermont’s Collin Hale Is a Pro Skateboarder and Sous Chef
Age: 31 Occupation: pro skateboarder and sous chef Town: Stowe Collin Hale has lived in Vermont most of his life. But it was during a…
What’s Good 2017: Your Burlington Survival Guide
Burlington annually ranks among the healthiest cities in the country. And thanks to Vermont’s famously back-to-the-land, self-sufficient ethos, it’s a good place to be when the shit hits the fan. So if you’re here to hunker down — for college, for work, for zombie attacks, for a scary U.S. presidency — What’s Good has some…
Burlington’s Best Date Night Spots
Looking for a romantic night out in the Burlington, Vermont area? Here are seven perfect spots.
Thrift Score: Scouting Out Burlington’s Secondhand Shops
Vermonters recycle pretty much everything — bottles, altweekly newspapers, significant others, etc. Clothing, décor and furniture are no exception. There are plenty of thrift and…
Drive Time: Find the Vermont Road Trip That’s Right For You
Burlington is a great place to live, work and play. But the fun doesn’t stop at the city limits. Whether you’re looking for beaches and…
Travel the World in the Burlington Area With These Global Eateries
Istanbul Kebab House 175 Church St., Burlington, istanbulkebabhousevt.com Turkey is better known for dolma and spit-roasted lamb than it is for wine, but Burlington’s own…
Lookin’ Good: Seven Local Artists to Watch
Fun fact: Vermont has one of the highest percentages of artists per capita in the U.S. Evidence of this is rampant; just about every public…
The Best Burlington-Area Townie Bars
Olde Northender Pub 23 North St., Burlington, 864-9888 Owner Bob Beauvais describes this true neighborhood watering hole as “the best damn make-you-feel-at-home bar.” That might…
The Best Destinations for Outdoor Summer Fun in Vermont
Andy A-Dog Williams Skatepark Waterfront Park, Burlington, enjoyburlington.com Bummed that you can’t skate down the Church Street Marketplace? Don’t worry, there’s a consolation prize. Hit…
Earl Handy Serves Up Classic Diner Food and Local Pointers
Age: 42 Occupation: Owner and grill chef at Handy’s Lunch Town: Burlington When he took over the family business at age 21, Earl Handy became…
Seven Burlington-Area Breakfast and Brunch Spots to Try Right Now
Parkway Diner 1696 Williston Rd., South Burlington, 652-1155 Parked on Williston Road since the 1950s, this vintage Worcester Lunch Car serves breakfast all day. While…
The Best Destinations for Outdoor Winter Fun in Vermont
Smugglers’ Notch Resort 4323 Route 108, Jeffersonville, smuggs.com The locals call it Smuggs — for good reason. There’s plenty for this resort to be smug…
Tessa Valyou Outfits Vermonters With New Duds
Age: 33 Occupation: co-owner, New Duds Screen Printing & Illustration Town: Burlington Tessa Valyou started New Duds Screen Printing & Illustration in 2008 with her…
Find Pizza, Pool and More at These Burlington College Bars
Three Needs Brewery & Taproom 185 Pearl St. Burlington, facebook.com/threeneeds The Needs is a cut (or two) above most college bars. It’s got great beer,…
Meal Deals: Your Guide to Burlington’s Best Dining and Drinking Specials, 2017
Eating out ain’t cheap — but sometimes it’s necessary. Empty fridge? Hot date? Just want to live a little? These can take a toll on…
Sip Classy and Creative Cocktails at These Burlington-Area Bars
Juniper 41 Cherry St., Burlington, hotelvt.com Creative cocktails and a ritzy Hotel Vermont location make this bar and restaurant a prime destination for classing up…
Quiz: How Well Do You Know Vermont?
Being a Vermonter isn’t all Ben & Jerry’s and weed. OK, it kind of is. But there’s a bunch of other important stuff you need…
Ask Athena: Answers to Your Questions on Love and Lust in Burlington
I go to the same bar all the time. There’s this hot chick who bartends there, but I can’t tell if she’s single. I get…
To-Do List: Vermont Events You Don’t Want to Miss
Looking to do like the locals? Follow them to a festival or seven. While it would be impossible to include all of the city’s goings-on…
Add These Adventures to Your Vermont Bucket List
Locals have this saying: “The best thing about Burlington is that it’s close to Vermont.” As awesome as BTV is, we can’t help but agree:…
Don’t Miss These Burlington Performing Arts Spaces
Burlington may be small, but its performing-arts scene upstages that of many cities. (See what we did there?) Whether you’re a die-hard “Glee” fan looking…
Looking for Live Music in Burlington? Here’s Where to Go
The Monkey House 30 Main St., Winooski, monkeyhousevt.com The hippest joint in the Onion City has the most consistently excellent lineup of local, regional and…
Now Hear This: Vermont Music You Should Be Listening To
You could easily spend seven nights a week in Burlington checking out great live music and never encounter the same genre twice. We might advise…
Readers Choose the Best Places to Go Shopping in Burlington
Figuring out where to shop in Burlington isn’t rocket science: For the most part, you can just head to the Church Street Marketplace. But you work hard for the money — so hard for it, honey — so let’s get a little more specific about where to spend it. Once a year, Vermonters vote on…
