Holidays in San Francisco with Talbots
I have always wanted to spend the weekend after Thanksgiving in San Francisco. Living so close and quite the shopoholic, , you would think I had done this plenty of times before. Sure, I have woken up at 4 am for Black Friday and ran through the stores in search of that special bargain. Hey, one year, I even spent Thanksgiving dinner in a 4 hour line at Best Buy for a TV for my husband (he was at work all day and thoroughly surprised on Christmas). However, this year, Neil and I decided, okay, more like I begged my husband, to spend the night in the city just the two of us and boy was it fun!
After kissing our kids good bye and leaving them with my in-laws, we drove into San Francisco bright and early. While I was at my hair appointment with my favorite colorist, Katie, Neil went and saw a movie by himself. I think he was more excited to do that then anything else! Since his movie ran late, I took that time to do some shopping in Tory Burch until he arrived.
There is something magical about visiting the city during the holidays and I loved every minute of it.
We decided to eat at one of my favorite seafood restaurants in the Fillmore district, Woodhouse Fish Company. If you are ever craving a lobster roll, this is the place to go. They also have an amazing crab melt. One thing I also always order is their Do-It-Yourself lemonade. There are two locations, however, we have only ever visited the restaurant on Fillmore. Surrounded by designer boutiques and cute little cafes, it’s definitely a fun place to window shop while you work off that large lobster roll!
We walked over to our hotel to check in. It doesn’t get much better than a night at the Fairmont Union Square to fill you up with Christmas spirit. The main lobby is a Christmas Wonderland complete with a life-size two story gingerbread house. Did I mention, it’s made of real gingerbread and icing?!? How impressive is that?
After sitting in the lobby and drinking some champagne, we decided to go to our room and freshen up for a late dinner at the Tonga Room, located on the lower level of the hotel. I have always wanted to eat here and it did not disappoint! They have a live band that play a plethora of awesome music. After two Rainmaker cocktails, which looked like fish bowls for two, I was up singing and dancing to basically every song they played. It’s extremely rare for Neil and I to go out dancing, but I would love to do it more. I don’t even mind that he sits at the table laughing at me. I just keep on dancing. If you want details on the look I wore to dinner, check out my Instagram posts @apriljwagner.
The next morning, we went to breakfast at Le Marais bakery in the Castro. I have a post coming up with all of the delicious details soon! So stay tuned!
I am so excited to team up with Talbots. A husband and wife duo began this New England company back in 1947. It has gone on to become an American staple brand in women’s classic fashion. They produce unique, quality pieces which are also very affordable. I was so happy with the warmth this cape gave and the classic, timeless look it provided. The matching gloves are an added bonus and I know I will reach for this in my closet for years to come. The green sweater also has a fun navy blue pom pom detail. It was the absolute perfect look to wear on our day in San Francisco. I had plenty of room to add extra layers underneath if I wanted to without it looking bulky. Today, if you use the coupon code, Holiday, you can receive 30% off your first item or 40% off two or more. I linked all the items below for easy access.
Up next…..our breakfast at Le Marais and my winter gift and PJ guides. Happy Holidays!
Outfit Details:
Cape | Talbots
Sweater | Talbots
Gloves | Talbots
Jeans | J. Brand
Boots | Sperry
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SAVE THIS RECIPE! These Ham and Gruyere Hand Pies are SO SIMPLE to make and DELICIOUS 🙌🏻 These make for a fun brunch/lunch idea and will be loved by all. You can also make in batches and reheat for later! You can even use that leftover ham from the holidays to make these too!
•preheat oven 400 (this will bake for 15-20 min)
•puff pastry cut into 12 equal sizes
•leftover Holiday ham for the win
•gruyere cheese (Swiss or brie work too)
•Dijon mustard
•egg brushes on the top
Make sure to use your fork around the edges to push the two pieces of pastry together for when it cooks. Cut a few small knife holes in the top to prevent bubbling. Enjoy! #handpie #puffpastry #puffpastryrecipes #forthoveofmeat
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SAVE AND SHARE THIS RECIPE! This was a big hit last year so I wanted to share it again! These brie and cranberry puff pastry bites are SO EASY to make and a crowd pleaser for that Holiday gathering.
•mini muffin pan
•store bought puff pastry
•brie cheese
•cranberry sauce
•fresh rosemary
Preheat your oven to 425. Do not put these in until your oven is preheated! Place squares of puff pastry into the muffin pan, followed by cubes of brie cheese and a scoop of cranberry sauce. Bake for 10 min and add rosemary sprigs for garnish. It’s that easy!!! #easyrecipes #holidayrecipes
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•1 pack of store bought puff pastry
•Nutella
•powdered sugar
Preheat the oven to 400. Roll out the puff pastry, spread a thin later of Nutella and add the second piece on top. Don’t forget to use the rolling pin to thin out the puff pastry. Use a cookie cutter to cut out the shapes and bake for 15 min. Sprinkle powdered sugar to the top.
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SAVE AND SHARE THIS HOLIDAY RECIPE! I’m sharing this one again because it was a hit last year! My Fig and Goat Cheese Puff Pastry Bites are the PERFECT appetizer.
•puff pastry cut into squares
•fig jam
•goat cheese (cream cheese if you aren’t a goat cheese fan)
•walnut pieces
•mini muffin pan
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray muffin tin with non stick spray and place one puff pastry square in each muffin area and push down. Add a teaspoon of goat cheese and add the fig jam on top. Sprinkle walnut prices on top and place in the oven for 15 minutes. Serve and enjoy!!! Happy Holidays! #appetizerideas #holidayrecipes
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•Preheat oven to 400 (this will bake 12-15 min)
•Puff pastry
•pesto (I love the Costco pesto!)
•egg for egg wash over the twists
Make sure to put a good amount of pesto on the puff pastry. Twist and put on a non stick pan. Brush egg over the top to give it that golden color and bake for 12-15 min. Serve with marinara sauce and voilè you have yourself a crowd pleasing #holidayappetizers Enjoy! #holidayrecipes
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Jamie Yarbrough| 13th Dec 17
Wow, I would love to spend some time in San Francisco. I have never been and it looks so beautiful! I love the cape you are wearing. The navy and green paired together are so pretty and classic so you will definitely be able to wear that for years to come.
Thenia| 13th Dec 17
This post is amazing! I would like to spend my Christmas in San Francisco someday! Also this cape is incredible! So chic and elegant 💕
Shaunda Necole| 13th Dec 17
This is so sophisticated chic, yet playful how you styled! LOVE ❤️
Linda Tran| 13th Dec 17
Your outfit is so cute! You look so warm.
Linda
Kristen| 13th Dec 17
I love how you styled this look. These pictures are amazing!
Lydia DAntonio| 13th Dec 17
Super cute! I am obsessed with this poncho!!
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Monika| 13th Dec 17
I love that your gloves match the cape. And talk about a great cape coat! That scalloped edge is the cutest thing!
Tinseldot| 14th Dec 17
I loved this post! You looked amazing!
Xo!
Cat & Jules
Brandi| 14th Dec 17
Living for that cape coat!!
Rachelle | 14th Dec 17
What a gorgeous outfit to wear when exploring a new place- cozy and chic! LOVE
Nathalie| 14th Dec 17
How cute is this look?!!! I am obsessed with the cape!
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Jana Style Blog| 14th Dec 17
Love that sweater and cape together and I love Talbots!!! Such a gorgeous holiday look! xo Jana | http://www.janastyleblog.com
Briana| 15th Dec 17
Wow this looks so fun! I wish I could visit San Francisco!
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Hannah| 15th Dec 17
love this outfit! perfect for this time of year