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A relaxed café-bakery, which offers a wide variety of pastries (éclairs, chocolate mousse, gooseberry pies but also American specialties such as the excellent banana bread), sandwiches and salads. The menu changes according to the seasons and the mood of the chef. One of the strong points of the place are its croissants and pain au chocolat, which are much better than in most American cafés. Flour Bakery is located next to the Boston Children's Museum, but there are several addresses in Boston.

To every major American city, its Macy's! Of course, it's a long way from New York's huge Macy's, but that doesn't stop the store, located not far from Boston Common, from being impressive. Everything is there: major brands of men's and women's clothing, cosmetics, jewellery and furnishings. You'll find mostly American brands of medium to high standing at Macy's. If you're in Boston over the holiday season, don't miss the store's grand Thanksgiving and Christmas parades.

Here you are in the oldest open-air market in the country! Rain, shine or shine, the Haymarket vendors are loyal to the post every Friday and Saturday, starting at dawn! Of course, it is much more pleasant to stroll between the stalls of fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, cheese and fish when the sun is shining. Note that the products sold here are often grown locally, but also that they are usually two to three times cheaper than similar products sold in supermarkets.

To start the day in the most American way, stop by this shop that offers completely homemade doughnuts, much better than the famous chain that can be found all over the United States. Flavors vary with the seasons, but the great classics are available all year round. If you were to try just one, it would be Boston Cream, made with vanilla cream, which is the specialty of the city. The place also offers excellent coffee and tea.