Each week, Burlington Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. With the holidays right around the corner, now's the perfect time to get started thinking about seasonal recipes - particularly those sweet treats that many enjoy around the holiday season, from pies to cakes to cookies and drinks. Whether it's a special Christmas pie or a unique Chanukah dish, we're wondering what it is you like to make the most around this time of year.  Let your fellow Burlington…

Welcome to Burlington Patch’s weekly feature called Patch Picks. This column highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more. We asked you which are the best florists in the Burlington area as a part of this week's Patch Picks. Here's a look at our top choices. The response was overwhelming in support of A Whole Bunch Flower Market and Burlington Florist, two shops Burlington residents really seem to love.  A Whole Bunch Flower Market (326 Cambridge St, Burlington) - A whopping 17 Burlington Patch readers …

Each week, Burlington Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. Thanksgiving might be over, but the holidays are right around the corner. And one great way to celebrate the holidays is through a decorative floral arrangement for your home or as a gift to someone you love.  So, for this week's Patch Picks, we're wondering where you go for flowers in the Burlington area. Whether it's for that annual poinsettia display or you've got something more elaborate in mind…

Each week, Burlington Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. Thanksgiving is coming on Thursday, and many use the holiday to get thinking about the next round of holidays in December.  While some start thinking about their Black Friday plans, others may start looking at different spots to shop for the annual Christmas Tree.  Whether it's a small Christmas Tree farm, or a simple stand that aims to raise money for local causes, we're wondering where you like to…

  Each week, Burlington Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and now's the time to start getting your meal plans in order.  But coming up with the right recipe for Thanksgiving dinner might be a challenge, and as such, we're wondering what residents and chefs in Burlington suggest for meal options. Have a special recipe for a glazed turkey? Know of a great side dish you'd like to share? Let your fellow Burlington …

Each week, Burlington Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. It's not clear if last week's early winter snow storm was a sign of things to come this winter in Burlington, but one thing's for sure - regardless of the impending winter climate, there are still families in need in and around town.  To help, a number of local non profit groups do all they can to help those in need all year round. The winter, though, can be increasingly difficult as temperatures …

Each week, Burlington Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. Autumn is in the air, and what better way to celebrate fall in New England than to see some of the incredible foliage that comes about in the trees.  Whether you have a select spot in or around Burlington that you enjoy going to the most, or if you take the family on a road-side tour of the best area, we're looking to map out the best spots around to catch the ever-changing color of the leaves.  Let…

With Halloween right around the corner, this is the time of year when everything becomes a little spookier. The early sunsets cast eerie shades and shadows on the thinning trees. The cold air begins to chill your bones at night. And all the grandiose homes of generations past seem more intimidating in the late night hours.Have you ever had a creepy experience you just couldn't explain, or hear the story of someone else who has? Do you have any haunting stories about the town of Concord, or some of the historic landmarks therein? Here at Patch, we want to help you get into the Halloween spirit…

Each week, Burlington Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. With school back in session, your kids no doubt have a few favorite teachers and we want to know who they are! Send us the name of who you believe is the best teacher in town, along with the grade and subject that he/she teaches, and we’ll feature that person in this week’s Patch Picks. We believe that teachers have one of the most important jobs in the community, so it’s time we personally let them…

Welcome to Burlington Patch’s weekly feature called Patch Picks. This column highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more. This week we looked at five great ethnic restaurants in town. We received suggestions from readers and came up with one of our own. Here are five suggestions: Chipotle Mexican Grill: Newly opened at 90 Mall Road, Chipotle offers inexpensive, quality Mexican food.  Sammy's Deli & Catering: Located at 59 Winn St, Sammy's offers roast beef, ham and Swiss, California salads, meatball and…

Updated: We have two suggestions so far. We're looking for at least 5. Anyone else have a favorite place for an inexpensive meal?  Each week, Burlington Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. Everyone’s trying to save a buck these days, but that concept can be a tough one when you’re trying to provide a night out for the family. In the spirit of saving money on food, while also properly satisfying those hunger pains, we want to know the best cheap eats in …

Each week, Burlington Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. At Patch, we know a thing or two about being green, as we deliver fresh news not to your doorstep each morning, but to your computer. But we also know that there are some great residents and groups here in town that are also staying green whenever possible. We would like to recognize those who are committed to the environment. We want you to think of an organization, individual or unofficial group …

Editor's note: This week we are going to extend Patch Picks until Friday in hopes of generating further response. We know there are individuals in town who volunteer a lot of time and effort to the community. Who would you say makes a difference in Burlington?  Each week, Burlington Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our Thursday feature called Patch Picks. With Labor Day approaching, we at Patch want to honor those who have worked hard for the community over the last year. Tell us who …

Welcome to Burlington Patch’s weekly feature called Patch Picks. This column highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more. This week we looked at five great ethnic restaurants in town. Here are five suggestions:  L'andana, 86 Cambridge St: This Tuscan restaurant that serves a variety of traditional Italian dishes. Papa Razzi, 2 Wall St.: A high-end Italian restaurant.  San Soo Kap Sa Sushi, 3 Old Concord Road: Located in the H-Mart food court, this restaurant offers a variety of sushi options including …

Mangia! Bon appétit! Mahlzeit! Whatever the language, we know when it's time to eat. So for this week's Patch Picks, we want to know: What are your favorite ethnic restaurants in and around Burlington?  Each week, Burlington Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more in our Thursday feature called Patch Picks. This week, we're looking for international flavors—without the hassle of a long plane ride. Where do you go? What kind of cuisine do they serve? Do they have a specialty? What about this …

Welcome to Burlington Patch’s weekly feature called Patch Picks. This column highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more. This week we looked at great places for a date night in town. Here are five suggestions:  Capital Grille: Located in the Wayside Commons, this restaurant offers high-end entrees, including Broiled Fresh Lobster, Delmonico Steak, Filet Mignon and Double Cut Lamb Rib Chops, and features a wide variety of quality wines. The menu is a bit pricey compared to most places in town, but this …

Each week, Burlington Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more in our Thursday feature called Patch Picks. Recent years have seen an abundance of dating websites pop up around the Web. Even better for those looking for that special someone, sites can be searched on the local level, making it a little easier these days to find a date. But one question remains: where do you go in and around town for the all-important date itself? Are you a traditional dinner and a movie type of person? Maybe you …

Each week, Burlington Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more in our Thursday feature called Patch Picks. A stroll around town this time of year yields an unmistakable aroma that seems to define summer cooking: burgers! Not everyone makes their burgers the same way, though, and so we’re asking for the absolute best burger joint in town. We want to know who makes the tastiest burger, who uses the gooiest cheese, the crispiest tomatoes, the freshest rolls. While you’re at it, let us know your …

Welcome to Burlington Patch’s weekly feature called Patch Picks. This column highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more. This week we look at creative and unique classes for adults. Here are five places you can learn something new and interesting.  Guard Up! Family Swordsmanship: Guard Up! has a variety of classes for adults, including fencing, Japanese sword and Kendo, historical weapons and stage combat. Click here for more information.  Michaels: The craft story offers a variety of classes, …

Each week, Burlington Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more in our Thursday feature called Patch Picks. As many of us know, the summer is great time to take a class in town. Whether it’s through a community center or private organization, opportunities exist for adults to learn something new. We want to know, what are the most creative and/or unusual classes in town? Tell us if you’re taking a class currently, if you know someone who loves a class in the community or if you’ve heard of an …