Boston - July 27, 2006

Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Roses are red, violets are blue. The weekend is ready and waiting for you.

EAT
New Menu at The Federalist
What: Dig into fixings from new chef David Hutton: ultra-delish hand-cut macaroni, lobster bisque, and tuna tartare.
Why: Tradition’s never tasted better.
When: Sun.-Thurs., 5:30-10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 5:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: XV Beacon Hotel, 15 Beacon St. (617-670-2515).

DRINK
Soda Cocktails at Aujourd’hui
What: Slug back a Light and Breezy (rum, ginger ale, lime) or a Calimocho (Spanish red wine and cola).
Why: What a relief fizz is.
When: When thirst gets the best of you.
Where: Aujourd’hui, Four Seasons, 200 Boylston St. (617-351-2037).

BUY
Queen Bee Sale
What: Grab 30 to 70 percent off Trina Turk, DVF, and Rebecca Taylor.
Why: Catch a buzz.
When: While it’s still in stock.
Where: Queen Bee, 85 Newbury St. (617-859-7999).

Jessica Hicks Jewelry
What: Pick up cool, contemporary earrings by Nantucket local Hicks.
Why: Metal works.
When: Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: The Beauty Mark, 33 Charles St. (617-720-1555).

DO
Pedis and Pinas
What: Sit poolside, sip a smoothie, and get the pedi of your life.
Why: Put your best foot forward.
When: Thru Sept. 30.
Where: The Spa at Rowes Wharf, Boston Harbor Hotel, 70 Rowes Wharf (617-439-3914).