Steve & Nicole’s Newsletter

✨ Your December Edit: Design Tips, Food Finds & Must-See Events

✨ Your December Edit: Design Tips, Food Finds & Must-See Events
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Steve & Nicole’s Newsletter

A little bit of everything. From design to books and local events; here’s what’s exciting us this month!

Quote We Are Pondering


“La vita inizia dopo il caffé” (Life begins after coffee). - unknown

Books We Are Reading


Steve: I read Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard years ago and it remains one of my favorite books of all time. I haven’t started the new Netflix series Death by Lightning but am very excited to jump into the mini-series. Millard is one of the best storytellers that I have had the pleasure of reading. She brought Garfield’s story to life with gripping storytelling that makes history feel immediate and deeply human. I am a sucker for a political drama!


Nicole:Still Bobbi: A Master Class in Resilience and Reinvention. In an time where there’s so much noise about perfection and anti-aging, I admire Bobbi’s philosophy to emphasize natural beauty and natural makeup. She’s had an incredible career and draws inspiration from her upbringing and family members, and strives to live simply. My favorite takeaway— “so what, now what!”. When an obstacle comes your way, accept it and then take steps to overcome it. Simple.

Inspire

During a recent trip to Umbria, we visited an awesome family owned olive oil farm/mill 🫒 and tasted the early harvest “Olio Novello” or new oil. It was bright green in color with a bold peppery flavor, unlike anything we had tasted before and you can find it on Gustiamo — it would make a great gift!


In the same vein,
holiday gift guide inspiration.  

Find some great
holiday decorating hacks here!

If you find yourself in NYC, here are
Hello French’s 3 Favorite Croissants right now. Brooklyn French Bakers, L’Appartment 4F, and La Bicyclette 🥐

New follow on substack,
Gina Jackson, a London-based journalist, photographer and editor specializing in travel, hotels and destination storytelling. She shares expertly curated hotel reviews, home interior inspirations and travel adventures. Check out her top 3 UK Boutique hotels here.  


Although we’ve yet to make it to The Lost Kitchen in Maine, I often browse their online shop and find recipe inspiration there. If you’re in the area, check out the shop or an event. Their reservation process is ingenious!

Gift basket suggestions — we have gifted
The Jasper Hill Farm “The Vermonter” (💯) and Jeni’s Ice Cream🍦and have been gifted the Levain Bakery Cookies (yum!). I’m a big fan of the Harney & Sons Tea and the Frog Hollow Farm Ice Cream Sandwiches look amazing!

19 of the Best Walks in the UK to add to your travel wish list or just admire the stunning photography.

Inspiration from the
edibleBOSTON winter edition here. Christmas Morning Cheese Tray below.

Local Happenings

Paper Making at Lands Sake Farm: December 13, Saturday, 11am - 1pm


Holiday Wreath Making in Cambridge and Boston and Holiday Arrangements at Mass Hort!

Middle Eastern Bread Making Class at Sofra.


The last Open Newbury Street of the year on Sunday, December 7th.


The Merriest Month at Bow Market runs from November 29th thru December 27th. Check out the event calendar here!

The
Winter Market of Newton on Friday, December 12th and Saturday, December 13th.

The
Trillium Winter Market (at the Canton location) is open for two weekends in December (12/6–12/7 and 12/13–12/14; 11am–4pm). Seasonal treats, skating, local vendors, holiday gifts, and more.

Local Business Highlight

Diana Singer Education: Diana Singer is a trusted academic consultant helping students ages 2–17 build confidence and excel in school. She offers personalized tutoring, test prep (SSAT/ISEE), high-school readiness, and college-counseling support—plus guidance for parents navigating school choices. Sessions are available in-home or via Zoom, with each program tailored to a student’s unique needs.💯

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New Construction in Wellesley & Weston

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Don’t forget to check out our blog for local market updates and more.

Steve & Nicole Connolly
M: 857.939.0981
M: 978.407.1183
Steve.Connolly@cbrealty.com
Nicole.Connolly@cbrealty.com

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