Weekending Around Boston


Happy Monday Lovelies!! We’re in the home stretch before a super long weekend…that is unless you’re one of the lucky ones to have this week off – in which case…I’m slightly jealous!! The weekend before Christmas came down to these fun times!


I’m going to sound like a broken record here, but seeing the city all lit up is just the best!! We had to stop and take a selfie in front of the tree at Faneuil Hall before going to a welcome home party for a friend of ours from London! 

Boston Sugarfina Store


The people atSugarfinamust have known that I was deeply obsessedwith their gummy bears because the Boston store opening was on Saturday! I scooped up a few boxes of the champagne gummy bears and it’s pretty safe to say if you’re on my Christmas List you’ll be getting this sweet treat!! 

Oh and if you happen to be in the market for a Tesla you can sign up for a free test drive at the store front…can’t wait for ours!! No, we are not buying one for ourselves….LOL!

We had our final Christmas party on Saturday night and our friends hosted us with so much good food!! 

Brother's Restaurant Brookline

Sunday brunch was at a new to us place,Brothers Restuarant! I’m not sure how I made it this far in life without having tried french toast, but challah french toast is amazing and we’ll be going back!

Also got to watch my favorite holiday movies – The Elf & The Holiday…this time of year is the best!! 

Starting the week with these two quotes!! How was your weekend? Link up below to share it with us! 



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  1. Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes}
    December 21, 2015 / 11:05 am

    Ugh, I'm not even one of the lucky ones that get's a super long weekend. I only have off Friday πŸ™ Oh well. All the lights in Boston are so pretty! And that French toast looks amazing! I had never had French toast until recently either so you aren't alone there. Happy Monday love! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

  2. Kerry @ Till Then Smile Often
    December 21, 2015 / 11:18 am

    Sounds like you had a great weekend. I have watched Elf at least 4 times but I haven't watched the Holiday yet, must get on it. Hope the week goes by quick for you.

  3. Andrea Nine
    December 21, 2015 / 11:21 am

    We watched the Holiday too. Our friends drive a Tesla, love them!! You're looking good in it!! I want a Sugarfina, so adorable and I'm still craving those Champs gummy bears!! That french toast looks like it needs to be my breakfast, lol! Happy Monday gorgeous, here's to a Merry week ahead!!

  4. Christina @ Simple and Delish
    December 21, 2015 / 11:23 am

    Looks like such a fun weekend! That french toast is making me hungry for something delicious this morning. Sadly I'm not off all week.. But can't complain about a 3 day work week!
    Christina :: Simple and Delish

  5. Unknown
    December 21, 2015 / 11:33 am

    Yay for a short week! I now must try champagne gummies! They sound so good! Elf and the holiday are seriously the best movies! I'm going to put them on my to do list to watch this week!

    Xoxo,

    Whitney & Blaire

    Peaches In A Pod

  6. Unknown
    December 21, 2015 / 11:35 am

    I wish I had the whole week off!! Oh well. Love seeing your fun pictures!! And have a great Christmas!!

    pinkandnavystripes.com

  7. a little bit of emily
    December 21, 2015 / 11:39 am

    SO excited it is almost Christmas! Looks like you had a great weekend. So awesome that store just opened by you…very convenient! I love french toast, although I never order it. I think I am just too biased towards my mom's french toast. It looks so good though! Love the first quote at the bottom…it is so true!

  8. Amanda Elizabeth - Meet @ the Barre
    December 21, 2015 / 12:37 pm

    Today is my last day and then I'm off till right before New Year's, thank goodness for banked PTO time! Boston around the holidays is so magical, love seeing all those gorgeous lights lit up!

  9. Shay from Great, Now What
    December 21, 2015 / 12:43 pm

    Such a busy and fun weekend! I'm kinda drooling over those gummy bears- what a fun friend gift! I think I got a new favorite Christmas movie this weekend- 4 Christmases was so cute!

  10. Rosy Outlook - Fashion & Lifestyle by Kelly Rose
    December 21, 2015 / 12:43 pm

    That french toast looks YUM! And the city looks absolutely gorgeous! This time of year really is the best!

    rosyoutlookblog.com

  11. Kate at Green Fashionista
    December 21, 2015 / 12:44 pm

    Champagne gummy bears?! Yes please! So glad you got to try french toast, it's one of my fav weekend breakfast choices and super easy to whip up at home. Cheers to a fabulous short week <3

    Green Fashionista

  12. sara [at] journey of doing
    December 21, 2015 / 12:56 pm

    Isn't the tesla so smooth?! We looked at one in LA and my husband hasn't stopped talking about it! It's not practical at all in Texas yet (though we are seeing more and more of them), but it's such a snazzy car!!

  13. Ashley G
    December 21, 2015 / 12:58 pm

    I love Tesla’s! I bet they’re amazing to drive!

  14. kerri @ cheshire kat
    December 21, 2015 / 1:17 pm

    y'all are so cute under those lights – it's just perfection in the city! that's rad you got to go to the sugarfina opening – those gummy bears are so yum! and i'm still shocked you hadn't had french toast before. it's one of the only sweet breakfast items i like! ok now i'm hungry haha

    xoxo cheshire kat

  15. Dorrie @ Rt 1 US 1
    December 21, 2015 / 1:17 pm

    I would love to see Quincy Market/ Faneuil Hall at Christmastime! We actually have a Tesla test drive scheduled next week, down at the Boca Raton dealership! Though I think all that Scott wants to do is play with the buttons!

  16. Anonymous
    December 21, 2015 / 1:18 pm

    This looks like such a fun weekend! Teslas are so cool! That french toast looked so amazing!!

    laurenfarrellny.com/blog

  17. Unknown
    December 21, 2015 / 1:24 pm

    What a fun weekend! Loving the picture of you and the Tesla! Haha Happy Monday!
    xoxo,Victoria
    coffeeandablonde.blogspot.com

  18. Unknown
    December 21, 2015 / 1:25 pm

    This looks like too fun!! That food looks divine! xo
    publiclivessecretrecipes.com/2015/12/tea-time-at-the-langham-chicago.html

  19. Nadine
    December 21, 2015 / 1:26 pm

    Back it up….you never had french toast before this weekend??? Say what?!?! The one you ordered looks delicious!!! I love seeing all of your Christmas city decor pictures! So much fun!!! I am going to have to get my hands on some of those gummy bears, they sound amazing. Hope you have a great, short week!

  20. birdie to be
    December 21, 2015 / 1:28 pm

    Yum sugarfina! And Elf is the absolute best. Have a great weekend and very happy holidays! Xo

  21. Caroline @ Windy City Chic
    December 21, 2015 / 1:36 pm

    I LOVE that plaid cape/cardigan!! Those pictures of the city lights are beautiful too. Looks like a wonderful weekend!!! I'm glad that you had some fun. πŸ™‚

  22. B @ The Sequin Notebook
    December 21, 2015 / 1:41 pm

    Oh I love Sugarfina – how fun that you got to visit their store! Last night included my annual Elf viewing as well, tis the season πŸ™‚

  23. Chesson | Magnolia+Main
    December 21, 2015 / 1:42 pm

    Perfect holiday weekend! Hope you aren't too busy with work this week & you can continue to enjoy all of the Christmas fun & lights πŸ™‚

  24. Ashley Lillis
    December 21, 2015 / 1:45 pm

    Seeing everything all lit up is definitely the best during this time of the year! Those champagne gummy bears sound amazing and delicious! You can't go wrong with watching The Holiday or Elf during Christmas, they're just such good movies!

  25. elle jo
    December 21, 2015 / 1:59 pm

    Boston looks beautiful with all of these lights!! The opening of the new store looks really chic too. I feel like stores that look really nice make me more inclined to buy something.

    Are you buying the tesla?? Or just test driving it, how amazing is that??

    liz @ sundays with sophie

  26. Rebecca Jo
    December 21, 2015 / 2:01 pm

    I've got to watch The Holiday – Fun Fact – I just found out my husband loves that movie! WHAT? πŸ™‚ haha

  27. Emily @ Martinis | Bikinis
    December 21, 2015 / 2:01 pm

    Those pretty lights could never get old! Sounds like you had a busy weekend with friends. Champagne gummy bears?! Yumm and brunch on Sunday is always a good idea! lol So funny it took you this long to try french toast.

  28. Priscilla
    December 21, 2015 / 2:03 pm

    Looks like a fun weekend! πŸ™‚
    priscillaeliodoro.blogspot.com

  29. Laura
    December 21, 2015 / 2:03 pm

    Looks like such a fun weekend! Champagne gummy bears especially sound divine! Good luck getting through the week until Christmas!

    Laura | Laura Aime Vous

  30. Sarah Shaneyfelt
    December 21, 2015 / 2:04 pm

    I've never had those gummies before (or even heard of them–they must not be an Alabama thing haha!)! Love your pic in the car…you should convince your husband to buy you one πŸ™‚
    Sarah at MeetTheShaneyfelts

  31. Chichi
    December 21, 2015 / 2:06 pm

    What a fun festive weekend! Love the pictures!
    Thestyletune.blogspot.com

  32. Brittany @ Perpetually Daydreaming
    December 21, 2015 / 2:08 pm

    I can't believe you've never had french toast!! And I'm loving all your city lights pictures! Keep 'em coming. πŸ™‚ Have a great short week! xo

  33. Kate
    December 21, 2015 / 2:10 pm

    I have zero motivation for work this week! Also, are you seriously getting a Tesla?? If so, you need to post all about it because I am very intrigued by those cars. And I just cannot believe you've never had french toast until now! Who are you?!?!

  34. Heather
    December 21, 2015 / 2:10 pm

    I love it when cities go all out with their Christmas light decor!! Your holiday scarf and tunic/sweater are so gorgeous and look great! Definitely adding the champagne gummies to my party list! I still need to watch Elf this year!

  35. Sarita @ it's my girls' world
    December 21, 2015 / 2:12 pm

    oooh I sure wish I was on your Christmas list to get some of those champagne gummies!!! And challah french toast for the win!!!

  36. Ally- Life as I know it
    December 21, 2015 / 2:13 pm

    I always forget to watch The Holiday every year! I better get on that! Challah french toast sounds to die for!
    Ally- Life as I know it

  37. Zelle B.
    December 21, 2015 / 2:18 pm

    That brunch looks amazing! And the city really is beautiful all lit up! Enjoy this week! xoxo

    Zelle
    Southern Style

  38. Shannon Jenkins
    December 21, 2015 / 2:23 pm

    Yay for short weeks and Xmas! Ahhh! Omg the lights are so gorgeous! I bet Boston is so fun around Christmas! That French toast looks amazing too! Yum!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles

  39. Brittany@TheLadyLawyer
    December 21, 2015 / 2:28 pm

    I'm so ready for the long weekend! i work until Wednesday and I can already tell it's not going to be productive haha

  40. Kristen @ See You In A Porridge
    December 21, 2015 / 2:40 pm

    the holiday! love that movie so much. and i would love the city all lit up as well, i swear it makes the holidays more enjoyable when your surroundings are all decorated (and you're not the one taking the decorations down lol). that french toast looks delish!

  41. Leah Behr
    December 21, 2015 / 2:40 pm

    You look like you had an awesome week! Happy Holiday's babe!

    xx Leah / eatpraywearlove.com

  42. Carly
    December 21, 2015 / 2:58 pm

    I can't believe you've never had french toast– it's my favorite sweet breakfast food, sooo good! Glad you loved it πŸ™‚ I love your sweater/wrap in the picture from the Christmas party!

  43. Kaitlin {Little Goodies Blog}
    December 21, 2015 / 3:05 pm

    Sounds like such a festive weekend!! Love your top in the Christmas party photo!! Is that a poncho!? So cute.

  44. Kate Steadman
    December 21, 2015 / 3:06 pm

    Sugarfina is my fave!!! Their set up is adorable too.

    xo,
    Sara Kate Styling

  45. Katie Elizabeth
    December 21, 2015 / 3:12 pm

    Big cities are the BEST during the holidays – all of the lights and the festiveness is just so magical, definitely miss that about Chicago! And girl, I can't believe it took you so long to have french toast!! Better late than never though, right?!? Happy Monday!

  46. Carly Messmer
    December 21, 2015 / 3:18 pm

    Adam is obsessed with Tesla, he would have loved a test drive. Looks like a great weekend!

  47. Christina Lea Loves
    December 21, 2015 / 3:18 pm

    That french toast looks amazing as do all the city lights! Love all the holiday festivities that took place, especially the Christmas movie watching. I can't wait to get home later and park myself on the couch to watch some more!

  48. Lauren
    December 21, 2015 / 3:24 pm

    Definitely will have to try Brothers!!

    -Lauren
    prettypiecesblog.com

  49. Life with Lolo
    December 21, 2015 / 3:33 pm

    That french toast looks to die for! I'm with you, I never get tired of seeing my city all lit up for the holidays!

  50. Meg Taylor
    December 21, 2015 / 3:35 pm

    How exciting that you get the week off!! Where is Sugarfina in Boston?? I really want to stop by next weekend.

  51. Gold Coast Girl
    December 21, 2015 / 3:40 pm

    Looks like you had a fun + festive weekend!
    ~Sam
    goldcoastgirlblog.com

  52. Shannon Rice
    December 21, 2015 / 3:48 pm

    What a fun and festive weekend! I have been dying to try those champagne gummy bears…I've heard nothing but great things! Here's to a quick, short work week!

    Shannon
    Clothes & Quotes

  53. Emily @ Beauty Blether
    December 21, 2015 / 3:56 pm

    You look great in the Tesla – maybe that should be your Xmas gift this year! lol πŸ˜‰ Love your tan wrap sweater too! xx

  54. Traci Taylor Hart
    December 21, 2015 / 3:59 pm

    I have a friend that has a Tesla and they are awesome!!! What a cute little shop Sugarfina is!
    Have a great day. xoxo, Traci
    waltzmetoheaven.com

  55. Elegance and Mommyhood
    December 21, 2015 / 4:09 pm

    How gorgeous is Boston this time of the year and girl that display at SugarFina is stunning. Looks like you had a great weekend. I love french toast. I have not eaten breakfast today. You got me in the mood for French toast.

  56. Kelli @ A Deeper Joy
    December 21, 2015 / 4:10 pm

    I need to watch The Holiday and Elf this year! I haven't yet. Ohhh the Tesla! πŸ™‚ I'm enjoying seeing the lights here too. I want to find a neighborhood with a bunch of decorated houses and drive through slowly!

  57. Caitlin Elizabeth
    December 21, 2015 / 4:17 pm

    I can't believe you've never had french toast before, it is my favorite brunch food! The city all lit up is so pretty, and champagne gummy bears sound delicious!

  58. Unknown
    December 21, 2015 / 4:22 pm

    It looks like you had such a festive weekend! That Christmas tree is Beyond words.

    Wishes & Reality

  59. Jalisa
    December 21, 2015 / 4:32 pm

    Such beautiful photos, Biana; thanks for sharing your weekend with us! The lights are indeed beautiful and I can't get enough of them either, haha! Champaign gummie bears?! Now, if that doesn't combine the best of both worlds, than I don't know what does! That sounds so yummy! I hope you have a wonderful day and week ahead, beautiful, and those quotes are awesome for starting the week pumped!

    XO,

    Jalisa
    thestylecontour.com

  60. Donna
    December 21, 2015 / 4:37 pm

    Love the quotes! Champagne gummy bears sound like something I would love to try!

  61. Now That's Chic
    December 21, 2015 / 4:37 pm

    Beautiful photos!

    Mischelle
    nowthatschic.com

  62. Nikki @ makeupHER
    December 21, 2015 / 4:46 pm

    Sounds like you had a fun time this weekend girl! I love seeing cities all lit up and decorated for the holiday, sometimes I wish it was all year long, but then it wouldn't be as special! Champagne gummy bears sounds so amazing!!

  63. Unknown
    December 21, 2015 / 4:50 pm

    it looks like a great time! that french toast looks bomb too. i'm so glad you had so much fun! gotta love the christmas season.

    if you get the chance, please take the time to check out my blog! have a great Christmas! πŸ™‚
    love, rach.
    So, hi.

  64. JMO
    December 21, 2015 / 4:50 pm

    ah! Cheers to champagne gummy bears am I right? Looks like a fab weekend to me lady! xo

  65. Unknown
    December 21, 2015 / 4:54 pm

    I've been dying to go to the Sugarfina! I didn't know it already opened πŸ™‚ I'll have to check it out!

  66. Jackie @ My (Sort Of) Adult Life
    December 21, 2015 / 5:05 pm

    Looks like such a fun weekend! I want a Tesla for Christmas! LOL And I think I really need to watch The Holiday!

  67. Pink and Fabulous
    December 21, 2015 / 5:25 pm

    Faneuil Hall is definitely one of the best places to be at the holidays, it's so pretty and festive!!

  68. NotJessFashion
    December 21, 2015 / 5:27 pm

    oooh! i l;ove the french toast! lovin' how your weekend went πŸ™‚

    notjessfashion.com/holiday-rush/

  69. Rachel McCarthy
    December 21, 2015 / 6:35 pm

    Looks like such a great weekend! Is that Christopher Columbus Park in the first set of pictures with Christmas lights?! We got engaged there!! Have a wonderful short week!

    xo, Rachel
    A Blonde's Moment

  70. Anonymous
    December 21, 2015 / 6:41 pm

    what a beautiful candy store!
    xoxo Rebecca
    rkush.blogspot.com

  71. Jaclyn Y
    December 21, 2015 / 6:43 pm

    What a festive weekend, I just love this time of year!

  72. The Siberian American
    December 21, 2015 / 6:53 pm

    Love all of those Christmas decorations around town! You are really making me want to try those champagne bears! I love watching Elf and The Holiday around Christmas! Also, that french toast looks amazing!

  73. Sarah Blodgett
    December 21, 2015 / 7:09 pm

    The city really is beautiful all lit up!!
    Kisses,
    Sarah
    EverydayStarlet

  74. Jenn
    December 21, 2015 / 7:11 pm

    FRENCH TOAST!! omg that looks sooo so good!!!

  75. Tiffany {A Touch of Grace}
    December 21, 2015 / 8:09 pm

    My hubby wants a Tesla so bad. He's waiting for the new model to come out. More in our price range, haha! And challah french toast is awesome! That one looks so good!!

  76. Torry
    December 21, 2015 / 8:41 pm

    I love Boston but I have only been in the spring and summer – I really need to come at Christmas time when it is all decorated!

  77. Hope @ Hope in a Blog
    December 21, 2015 / 9:35 pm

    Such a fun weekend…now I need some French Toast because that looked amazing!! xxxx

  78. outfitvandedag
    December 21, 2015 / 10:05 pm

    I'm totally in love with your blog…<3

    Would you like to follow each other?

    Kisses
    x Isabelle | Outfit Van De Dag

  79. Lily (Beauty With Lily)
    December 21, 2015 / 11:01 pm

    This time of year is defintiely the best, I have the next two weeks off and it's so relaxing, one of the perks of my job! The french toast looks so yummy, my mouth may have watered. LOL!

  80. Unknown
    December 21, 2015 / 11:06 pm

    I love all of the fun, festive lights! And how good is Sugarfina! It's just such a happy place! πŸ™‚ I hope you have a great short week and a lovely holiday! XO

    Anna
    alilyloveaffair.com

  81. Kelly Rodriguez
    December 21, 2015 / 11:39 pm

    I love seeing the city all lit up too. I love strolling around Fanueil Hall, and even the Common. That French toast looks amazing!

  82. Making Restorations
    December 22, 2015 / 12:30 am

    Love Faneuil Hall this time of year. Blink is the Best!
    makingrestorations.blogspot.com

  83. Janna M. Hall
    December 22, 2015 / 1:16 am

    So much holiday cheer in this post :-D… And i got the chance to watch Elf too this weekend, I forgot how much I love that movie!

    Thanks for the Monday Motivation!
    Janna | itsmejmarie.com

  84. P!nky
    December 22, 2015 / 1:16 am

    Looks like quite a fun and festive weekend, lady! Love The Holiday and the french toast looks amazing!

  85. Brianne
    December 22, 2015 / 1:22 am

    The lights are gorgeous! I haven't had french toast in so long…which is a shame because it's my favorite.

  86. Color Me Kiki
    December 22, 2015 / 3:24 am

    How fun! Champagne gummy bears sound amazing πŸ™‚ Love all your photos!
    xo Kiki
    colormekiki.com/

  87. Meghan @ Me as Meghan
    December 22, 2015 / 4:03 am

    How have I never heard of champagne gummy bears before?! They sound amazing and perfect for the holidays. Glad you had a great weekend!

  88. Elle Sees
    December 22, 2015 / 12:56 pm

    another great weekend is in the books!! i love it. i think you hit all of the highlights for a great holiday weekend–the sights, sounds, tastes. I don't like french toast, but Challah bread version is the only way i'll eat it. glad your weekend was wonderful. and yes, we're in the home stretch!

  89. According to Kiki
    December 22, 2015 / 1:21 pm

    I totally agree that there's something so magical about a town lit up for the holidays. (: I love driving my little one through the local park so she can see all the light displays. LOVE your tartan cardigan. Looks Burberry? Is it? It's so cute on you!

  90. SMD @ lifeaccordingtosteph
    December 22, 2015 / 5:07 pm

    I love seeing the lights all over the city!

  91. Karly @ What Karly Said
    December 22, 2015 / 5:53 pm

    The city looks so gorgeous all lit up for Christmas! We are going to see our local holiday lights display tonight, as long as it stops raining. Those gummy bears sound so delicious, and how fun that you are going to test drive a Tesla!

  92. Lindsay's Sweet World
    December 22, 2015 / 7:13 pm

    We haven't watched The Holiday this season yet, but I'm hoping to watch it in the next couple of days! One of my favorites!

  93. Hollie
    December 23, 2015 / 11:15 am

    Ah that Christmas tree is so beautiful! Boston looks so pretty, it's definitely on my list of places to visit. Have a wonderful Christmas!

    Hollie | hollieshighlights.blogspot.co.uk

  94. Meghan at Champagne & Suburbs
    December 23, 2015 / 8:54 pm

    I've never tried Sugarfina, but definitely want to after your reviews! And I love all your holiday gatherings and images. I love those two Monday inspirations, too. So very true! xo, Champagne&Suburbs