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Vermont destinations
Antiques
Barge Canal Market is one of my favorite stops in Burlington's South End for vintage rugs, antique furniture and home decor. And during Christmas, the shop transforms with nostalgic holiday decorations that make browsing even more fun.
5 min read
Breweries
Burlington has become one of Vermont's best destinations for craft beer, with seven breweries offering everything from hazy IPAs and traditional European lagers to experimental releases. Here's my guide to Foam, Switchback, Burlington Beer Company, Zero Gravity, Queen City, Mothership and Upper Pass, including what to drink and how to plan a brewery tour.
10 min read
Brunch
Looking for a fun brunch spot in Burlington? The Friendly Toast combines colorful retro diner decor with creative breakfast dishes, boozy iced coffee flights and mimosa flights. Here's what to order and what to know before visiting.
6 min read
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Casual Eats
Taco Gordo in Burlington's Old North End is one of my favorite stops for affordable tacos, frozen cocktails and a lively night out. From its al pastor and carnitas tacos to seasonal elote street corn, here's what to order and what to know before visiting.
5 min read
Bakeries
Tucked along the road to Burke Mountain, Auntie Dee Dee's has developed a loyal following for its naturally leavened sourdough, generously filled sandwiches and homemade pastries. Here's what to order at this small East Burke bakery and what to know before visiting.
6 min read
Breweries
Vermont has no shortage of famous breweries, but Freak Folk Bier in downtown Waterbury deserves more attention. With experimental beers, barrel-aged releases and limited distribution, this small, adults-only taproom is a destination for serious craft beer enthusiasts. Just know the rules before visiting: no kids, no dogs and very little food.
8 min read
Casual Eats
Keep driving north through Vermont's Champlain Islands for creative donuts, rotating flavors, creemees and sandwiches at this little Alburgh shop near the Canadian border.
6 min read
Cafes
Scout Coffee's Pine Street café in Burlington's South End brings together rotating specialty coffees, pastries baked on-site and homemade ice cream made with Vermont dairy. Here's what to order and where to find Scout's other Burlington and Winooski locations.
6 min read
Casual Eats
Planning a visit to St. Johnsbury, Vermont? From Dog Mountain and the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail to fresh pastries at Boule, craft beer at Whirligig, historic museums and a stay at a working horse sanctuary, here's how I'd spend a weekend exploring this Northeast Kingdom town.
12 min read
Casual Eats
You don't need to stay overnight at Basin Harbor to enjoy its restaurants. From my favorite lobster roll at The Red Mill to fine dining at Ardelia's, waterfront cocktails, sushi, pizza and creemees, here's what to eat at this historic Lake Champlain resort.
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